At age 78, Helen Walter says she has no desire to sit around knitting or watching soap operas like many people her age might choose. Give her a bat, ball and a sunny day instead. Walter, a member of the "Ole Rascals" Senior Games 65-and-older softball team, is among 35 local senior athletes who will leave later this week for the National Senior Games in San Francisco, Calif. Pitt County representatives will participate in archery, badminton, bowling, golf, softball … (0 comments)
community info: Greenville NC Housing Market Updates
- 07/27/09 07:12 AM
Place a SOLD sign on your property TODAY - List with Coldwell Banker! RELEASED TODAY: New U.S. home sales rose by the largest amount in more than eight years last month, in another sign the housing market is finally bouncing back from the worst downturn in decades. The Commerce Department said Monday that sales rose 11 percent in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 384,000, from an upwardly revised May rate of 346,000. It was the strongest sales pace since November 2008 and exceeded the forecasts of economists surveyed by Thomson Reuters, who expected a pace of 360,000 … (0 comments)
community info: Greenville NC Pitt County NC New Residents Information
- 06/10/09 01:44 PM
The City of Greenville would like to welcome you to the area. The City of Greenville is here to answer common questions and provide important information to new residents so that your move to Greenville will be successful. The following list contains important information for new residents: Housing Assistance: Greenville has a variety of housing options for its residents. Whether you are looking to rent, lease, or buy, Greenville has a large variety of living options. To learn more about apartments and real estate in Greenville, click on one of the following links: For apartments: www.apartments.com For real estate: www.ColdwellBankerGreenvilleNC.com
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community info: Pitt County Budget Approved, Taxes to Stay Put
- 06/10/09 05:04 AM
The Pitt County Board of Commissioners approved the 2009-10 budget Tuesday following a public hearing that did not have any speakers. Click Here to View the Budget The commissioners held a public hearing on the proposed budget and no one took the opportunity to comment on the proposal before the board unanimously approved it. The board immediately approved the budget that will not increase taxes in Pitt County. The board approved the $206.4 million budget that is a 6.5 percent reduction from the current year's. The budget keeps the ad valorem tax rate at 66.5 cents per $100 valuation. The … (0 comments)
community info: Ayden NC Barbecue in the news! Eat it in the BIG APPLE!
- 06/10/09 04:53 AM
The spotlight is once again on Ayden's Skylight Inn barbecue restaurant. The Pitt County purveyor of pig, East Carolina-style, will hit the big time in the Big Apple this weekend as part of a popular festival that celebrates roasted pork. A short documentary film about the local restaurant, titled "Leave It to Cleaver: The Story of North Carolina's Skylight Inn BBQ," is scheduled to be shown at 4 p.m. Sunday as part of New York's seventh annual Snapple Big Apple Barbecue Block Party. According to the Web site, bigapplebbq.org, the film "showcases the Jones family of Ayden, N.C., whose restaurant … (0 comments)
community info: Local Fundraiser: Boy Scouts of America, Greenville NC
- 06/08/09 08:51 AM
Coffman's Mens Wear at 505 Red Banks Road is running a promotion from today through June 20 to help raise funds for the Boy Scouts of America. For every knit shirt or pair of shorts purchased, Coffman's will donate $10 to the East Carolina Council of the Boy Scouts. Scouting serves 9,000 youth in eastern North Carolina. "We appreciate Coffman's willingness to help raise funds for the East Carolina Council of the Boys Scouts of America," Michael Hesbach, district director of the East Carolina Council, said. "We hope the community will support Coffman's Mens Wear and the Boy Scouts by … (0 comments)
And for the past 36 years, the City of Greenville has provided just that with its Sunday in the Park concert series. It begins again at 7 p.m. Sunday on the Town Common with a concert by the Tar River Community Band. Sunday in the Park has become a staple of summer family entertainment for Pitt County residents. Each Sunday a new group will take the stage for an all-ages event. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, picnics and even the family dog, provided it's on a leash.
Local Opportunities: American Cancer: The American Cancer Society needs volunteers to drive cancer patients to and from treatments. Call 695-9028. Animal effort: The Pitt County Animal Response Team (CART) is seeking volunteers. Call 355-7879 or e-mail mrwhaley@co.pitt.nc.us or coolcrittr@aol.com for a volunteer application. Boys & Girls Club: The Boys & Girls Club of Pitt County needs volunteers to assist in tutoring and mentoring students from 6-to-12-years of age from 2:30-6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Call 355-2345, Ext. 204. Communities in Schools: Communities In Schools of Pitt County is seeking volunteers to serve as tutors and … (0 comments)
community info: Local Economy On the Rise, Gas Prices Stable
- 06/04/09 06:50 AM
The United States economy is on the way up, according to East Carolina University's Bureau of Business Research. Gas prices are expected to hold steady this summer while companies are expected to increase production and eventually create more jobs. James Kleckley, director of Bureau of Business Research, said that the worst part of the economic slump is likely over, and he is starting to see the economy slowly improve. The Bureau of Business Research monitors economic indicators on the national and international level with a particular focus on how it affects eastern North Carolina. "The worst of the worst was … (0 comments)
community info: Greenville NC Subdivision Guide: Take a Glance within Pitt County
- 06/03/09 04:19 AM
If your looking to move to Greenville, North Carolina or other surrounding areas of Pitt County, NC, you've come to the right place. We have the largest selection of Greenville, NC real estate listings and homes for sale. The subdivision guide contains over 231 of the counties subdivisions. From the established to the new, the starter home to the dream home, we have it all inside! Simply visit us by Clicking Here Welcome to Eastern North Carolina. Former home of Blackbeard the Pirate and current home to the East Carolina University Pirates. Coldwell Banker Coastal Rivers Realty is so fortunate … (0 comments)
community info: Hot Topic: Pitt County Schools Uniform Policy Revisions
- 06/03/09 04:08 AM
It seems like this is neverending, but it's an important issue that parents and students alike need to adhere to. The less time we spend playing fashion police and the more we focus on the root of the school systems goals - ie. education, we'll be better off! Pitt County Schools officials are hoping their latest decision regarding school uniforms will put to rest an ongoing debate about the system's policy. The Board of Education on Monday night unanimously approved revisions to the school uniform and appearance policy that was implemented this year for all Pitt County schools. Among the … (0 comments)
community info: PirateFest in Greenville - Don't Miss It! April 18th 2009
- 04/09/09 07:08 AM
PirateFest Greenville, NC is the host of PirateFest! Greenville and Pitt County have emerged as the commercial, cultural, educational, and medical hub of Eastern North Carolina. Greenville, the county seat, has grown into a thriving small metropolitan city of over 72,000. Geographic location and easy affordability make Greenville-Pitt County a repeat choice for travelers. The bustling activity yet relaxing pace entice many to come back and stay. What is PirateFest?A large outdoor celebration offering fun, food, and entertainment for all! Uptown Arts Festival will showcase beautiful one-of-a-kind juried art available from more than 60 exhibiting N.C. artists including mediums of … (0 comments)
community info: Forbes Magazine Ranks Greenville NC #2
- 04/09/09 07:00 AM
Forbes Magazine has ranked Greenville as the 2nd best small city in the United States for business and careers. This is the third time that Greenville has been included in the rankings. Greenville's previous rankings were 26th and 8th respectively. Forbes staff researched hundreds of small metropolitan areas throughout the country looking at various categories such as educational opportunities, the cost of doing business, the cost of living, job growth, income growth as well as many others. Greenville consistently ranked in the top of those categories which resulted in a ranking of 2nd overall among small cities across the United … (0 comments)
community info: Skip Holtz - Greenville ECU - Will He Stay Or Will He Go Now?
- 12/09/08 05:29 AM
That's the Question of the Day! Keep up to Date Here! A reporter for Syracuse University football, talks of Skip Holtz being in New York today. ECU head coach Skip Holtz and Director of Athletics Terry Holland are together at the Waldorf this afternoon, possibly to discuss Monday's meetings between Holtz and representives from Syracuse. The vacancy atop The Orange football program appears to be short-lived, as Holtz Monday became latest in a string of candidates to discuss the position with Syracuse AD Daryl Gross. This comes after ECU beat Tulsa Saturday to become the Conference USA Champions - the first … (0 comments)
community info: Greenville, NC Christmas Giving: Doing your Part with Local Events
- 12/09/08 05:18 AM
Christmas brings a season of giving, and several nonpofit organizations in Pitt County have planned holiday fundraising efforts to help meet the needs of our community. Human service organizations have reported a significant drop in annual donations, while the number of those in need has increased. Here are some of the ways to help fill in the gaps people are experiencing this holiday season. Coats for Kids Coldwell Banker Coastal Rivers Realty, with offices located in Greenville, NC and Washington, NC, is holding its annual "Coats for Kids" Christmas drive. Members of the public are encouraged to bring in new … (1 comments)
community info: Greenville NC Greenway Project, Eco-Friendly Building Get Council Approval
- 12/09/08 05:00 AM
A city greenway project and an initiative to build greener structures were given the go-ahead at Monday night's City Council meeting. The council voted unanimously - excepting Councilman Larry Spell, who was absent - to award a Goldsboro company with the contract to begin construction on the first half-mile of the South Tar River Greenway. That initial portion of the greenway will run between the Town Common and Woodlawn Street, and then from Woodlawn to North Warren Street. Hine Sitework will be paid $329,800 to install 10-foot wide asphalt greenways, narrow a current roadway and install a storm drainage pipe. … (1 comments)
East Carolina (9-4) will be making its third appearance in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. The Pirates earned their spot in the game after defeating Tulsa 27-24 Saturday and winning the Conference USA championship. East Carolina played in the 1994 (vs. Illinois) and 1995 AutoZone Liberty Bowl games, defeating Stanford 19-13 in the 1995 contest. "We are excited about the opportunity to represent Conference USA in the 50th … (1 comments)
community info: Beverly Perdue NC Governor-Elect in Greenville Today
- 12/08/08 06:46 AM
Governor-Elect Bev Perdue GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) -- North Carolina Gov.-elect Beverly Perdue is continuing her roundtable discussions on the economy. But this time she's focusing on rural development.Perdue will hold a roundtable discussion Monday in Greenville.She has held similar events in the Triangle, the Triad and Charlotte. Perdue has been holding the events as part of a listening tour in which she hears the concerns and hopes of business leaders in the state. In almost everyday's news, you'll hear about the economy. Whether it's stocks, bonds, real estate, banks or gas prices, we're in a time of doubt. The catch-all term … (1 comments)
For the last half-century, Hollywood has idealized the American Dream - owning a home with a white-picket fence. But these days there's a new definition of "home sweet home," reports CBS News correspondent Sandra Hughes. Lynn and Luke Maxcy's dream is to rent a nice apartment in Los Angeles. "I don't know if the American Dream is to rent forever, but definitely it works for us right now," said Lynn. During the first quarter of this year, the percentage of households headed by homeowners had its sharpest decline in two decades, while the number of people choosing to rent … (0 comments)
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