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Crime Roundup: Farmville woman stopped in stolen truck
A woman was charged by both Pitt County and Greenville authorities after she was found driving a truck that was reported stolen earlier in the day. A news release from the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office said that about 10 a.m. April 21, a deputy was on patrol at Stantonsburg Road in an attempt to locate a white GMC truck that was reported stolen by the Greenville Police Department. A corresponding...
Farmville teens form Fortify youth group
FARMVILLE — A group of Farmville teenagers are taking their youth group name Fortify and putting it into action by raising money to build water infrastructure in third-world countries. The group was formed in November by Spring of Living Water Church associate pastor Wes Thomas. “I started it because my son asked me to go to a youth group in Greenville … He asked why we didn’t have one here,”...
Farmville theater to stage literary classic ‘The Great Gatsby'
The century-old tale “The Great Gatsby,” often ranked as the Great American Novel, is a longtime favorite among English teachers for its rich symbolism. Just ask Lenoir Community College instructor Cody Creech. The East Carolina University graduate and former South Central High School teacher has read it more than two dozen times, enough to have memorized parts. Next week, she can put that skill to use as the classic F....
Russell’s First Alert Forecast: Sunny Skies and Soaring Temperatures Ahead Next Week
Tonight, expect calm conditions in Eastern NC as a coastal trough drifts inland. A few scattered showers may pop up, but they won’t bring much rain. Cloud cover will gradually clear overnight, with temperatures dropping into the mid to upper 50s. There’s a slight chance of fog mainly south of Highway 70.
MrBeast raises the tension, excitement with first ‘completely real-time’ video
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — If MrBeast’s latest video doesn’t get your blood pumping, you might want to see your doctor. How fast can these guys clean MrBeast’s house? The Greenville resident released his latest video, “In 10 Minutes This Room Will Explode!,” to his YouTube page on Saturday. He called it his first-ever live challenge […]
Murder, accessory charges filed against Walstonburg man
Charges against a Walstonburg man arrested in an April 15 shooting death on Third Street in west Greenville include murder and accessory after the fact, according to jail records. Zy’quan Malik Johnson, 21, 93 Jamal Sarsour St., was arrested in Rocky Mount the next night with the assistance of the Rocky Mount Police Department, the Greenville Police Department said. He was detained in the Edgecombe County Jail and later booked...
Farmville’s Dogwood Festival starts today, runs through Sunday
FARMVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - The Farmville Dogwood Festival is returning again this year and offers a fun-filled weekend of events you won’t want to miss. The festival will be held at the Farmville Town Commons and kicks off Thursday, April 25th with opening ceremonies, live music, and One Price Ride Night. Friday’s festivities start at 9 a.m. with arts and crafts and end at 11 p.m. with amusements. Saturday features exhibits, animals, a BMX Stunt show, live music, and so much more. Sunday closes the festival with a worship service, face painting, rides, and live music.
Farmville Central to host HBCU football combine
Area high school football players will show off their skills this weekend at the ENC HBCU Combine & Showcase at Farmville Central High School, featuring a pair of Black College Hall of Fame members. Johnnie Walton, the first black quarterback to win a championship in a professional football league, and Timmy Newsome, who finished his career as the ninth-leading receiver in Dallas Cowboys history, will share their personal journeys and offer inspiring words to student athletes during an informational seminar at the school, located at...
Man involved in fatal crash in 2023 found guilty, sentenced
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — A Greenville man who was involved in a vehicle crash that killed one just over a year ago has been found guilty and has been sentenced. On April 19, Brandon Creighton was found guilty by a jury in Pitt County Superior Court of Felony Death by Vehicle, Felony Serious Injury by […]
Dustin’s First Alert Forecast: Clear, warm, and sunny skies persist this weekend
We will start the weekend out on a nice and slightly cooler note before warming up in the afternoon, with daytime highs in the low 70s Saturday. A few areas could see a light shower or passing sprinkle, but most will stay on the dry side. Temperatures at night will fall to the low 50s.
Solar panel plant to bring 908 jobs to Pitt County
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - A Vietnamese solar company says it will locate its first solar panel manufacturing facility in North America just outside of Greenville. Gov. Roy Cooper says Boviet Solar will create 908 new jobs and invest more than $294 million for the new plant. The company is buying...
Ella Whitfield: Health care for all is a win-win for all
The patient felt hopeless by the time he arrived at the free clinic where I volunteer. His diabetes was dangerously out of control, with a blood sugar reading twice the normal level, and it was beginning to affect his vision. If it got worse, he feared, soon he wouldn’t be able to see his grandchildren’s faces. It’s difficult to imagine a consequence so tragic stemming from an eminently manageable disease. But the story of this patient — I’ll call him Bill to protect his privacy...
Free to Be Me gives young cancer patients fun time in the sky
GREENVILLE, N.C (WNCT) — Free to Be Me partnered with Riley’s Army to give children with cancer and their families an opportunity to connect with each other outside of a hospital setting. The event, held at Pitt-Greenville Airport, aimed to give the families memories that will last a lifetime. Mike Roberson, the founder of Free […]
Animals for adoption
Animal Services The Pitt County Animal Services Pets of the Week are Freya, a large, adult female American bulldog mix, and Nico, a large, adult male brown and white tabby. The animal shelter, located at 4550 County Home Road, is open weekdays by appointment. Call 902-1725. Visit 24petconnect.com to view animals available for adoption. Humane...
People in the east hit the polls as early voting for second primary election in NC begins
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) -People in the east are out early voting for the second primary election this year. In an uncommon runoff race, residents could be seen casting their ballot in the annex of the Board of Elections building in Greenville Friday. Carl Joyner says he votes as an act...
ECU swimming & diving announces team awards
GREENVILLE, N.C. – The East Carolina women’s swimming and diving program handed out its year-end team awards at its annual banquet earlier this week. On the season, the Pirates posted a 10-1 dual meet record and finished fourth in the 2024 American Athletic Conference Championships. Overall, the Pirates set six school records, three freshman records and […]
Pirates shut out Memphis 6-0 to win series
Memphis, Tenn. – Addy Bullis tossed four strikeouts and only allowed four hits for a complete game win as East Carolina shut out Memphis 6-0 on Saturday afternoon at Tigers Softball Complex. The Pirates (35-16, 11-12 AAC) took the series with a late flurry of runs in the latter stages of the game after going scoreless in […]
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