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A crucial public hearing on zoning changes is set for Pitt County's Oct. 19 meeting, and it could shape the future of our community!

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Zoning text amendment public hearing and Inspire Placemaking Collective UDO update on Pitt County's Oct. 19 agenda
The board's agenda included a public hearing on a zoning ordinance text amendment (Will Briley, Jonas Hill) and a Unified Development Ordinance update involving Inspire Placemaking Collective (Sarah Sinatra, Jonas Hill) scheduled for 6:55 p.m. and 7:05 p.m., respectively.
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October 25, 2026 at 3:45 PM
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Pitt County is set to discuss significant regulatory gaps in data centers and consider a temporary moratorium—don't miss the chance to weigh in!

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Assessment of data center regulatory gaps, public hearing on proposed temporary moratorium on Pitt County's Oct. 19 agenda
A staff item asked the Pitt County Board to begin an assessment of regulatory gaps related to data centers and to schedule a public hearing on a proposed temporary moratorium. Jonas Hill was listed as the presenting staff; the agenda lists the item for 7:35 p.m.
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October 25, 2026 at 5:51 AM
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Pitt County is set to thrive with a new focus on sports tourism and cultural initiatives that promise to boost local jobs and revenue!

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New CVB CEO cites tourism growth, Little League visibility and sports tourism push for Pitt County
Rachel Whitten, new president & CEO of the Pitt‑Greenville Convention & Visitors Bureau, reported increased visitor spending and stronger occupancy‑tax receipts for 2025 and outlined initiatives — sports tourism, an African American Cultural Trail expansion and a visitor center refresh — to grow local tourism.
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October 11, 2026 at 11:20 PM
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Pitt County is gearing up to finance its new Administration Building with a proposed $46.9 million bond, but will the interest rates hold steady?

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Commissioners authorize bond counsel engagement to pursue limited‑obligation bonds for administration building
The board authorized staff to engage bond counsel and adopt a reimbursement resolution to begin the process of financing the County Administration Building using limited obligation bonds; staff estimated an illustrative principal of $46.9M and first‑year debt service around $4.7M at a market rate estimate.
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October 11, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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Pitt County is moving forward with a costly yet crucial upgrade to the Lake Glenwood dam, ensuring safety while igniting debates on fiscal responsibility and community impact.

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Pitt County moves ahead with Lake Glenwood dam repairs after contested debate over cost and alternatives
Engineers recommended a riser/outlet upgrade for Lake Glenwood to meet dam‑safety standards; a $2.585M bid and a $400,000 DEQ recommendation prompted commissioners to approve moving forward with a grant‑eligible scope while continuing to seek additional funding.
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October 10, 2026 at 6:33 AM
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Residents in Pitt County are demanding a halt to AI and data center approvals amidst growing concerns about environmental impacts and transparency.

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Residents urge Pitt County to pause AI/data center approvals; commissioners direct staff to craft moratorium policy
Dozens of residents urged the Pitt County Board of Commissioners to enact a temporary pause on AI/data centers, citing water, air, noise and transparency concerns. After public comment, the board voted to direct county staff to draft a one‑year moratorium policy and begin the public‑hearing process.
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October 10, 2026 at 6:27 AM
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Pitt County is on the brink of a crucial decision about data-center regulations, with a possible moratorium looming if current standards fall short!

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Staff to brief commissioners on data-center rules; moratorium possible amid state preemption concerns
Planning staff will present current data-center regulations to the Board of County Commissioners on Oct. 5 and said commissioners could consider a moratorium if county rules are insufficient; board members noted state action could preempt local standards.
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September 18, 2026 at 3:11 AM
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Pitt County is taking a bold step towards modern transportation with a new Uber microtransit pilot project aimed at improving mobility in Winterville and Ayden!

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Commission approves Pitt Area Transit grant application and Uber microtransit pilot
The board authorized submission of a NCDOT community transportation grant for Pitt Area Transit and approved a pilot microtransit program with Uber for Winterville and Ayden, including a small local match and related operating and capital requests.
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September 17, 2026 at 12:26 AM
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Pitt County is taking a giant leap forward with plans for a state-of-the-art administration building, projected to cost nearly $48 million and set to transform local governance!

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Commission authorizes RFPs for new Pitt County administration building; project estimated near $48M
County staff presented designs and an updated cost estimate for a new two-story administration building (about 82,440 gsf). Construction is estimated near $39.9M (approx. $41M with contingencies) and total project budget about $47.7M; the board authorized issuing RFPs and prequalification work.
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September 16, 2026 at 10:41 PM
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Residents of Pitt County are calling for a halt on AI data center construction and the removal of invasive surveillance cameras, citing environmental harm and privacy violations.

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Residents urge Pitt County to pause AI data-center construction and remove Flock cameras
More than a dozen public commentators asked Pitt County commissioners to adopt a moratorium on AI/data-center construction and to ban or remove Flock license-plate–reading cameras, citing water use, noise, limited local jobs and Fourth Amendment privacy concerns.
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September 16, 2026 at 5:52 PM
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NC Woman Detained At 3AM Because #Greenville Cops Wanted Her #Ring Doorbell Camera & cops refused to respect her #FourthAmendment rights. Also a father wrongly accused of wrongdoing with his daughter

THIS is why the #ACLU is so damn necessary

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August 22, 2026 at 10:16 PM
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State Board of Elections to decide on Pitt County early voting plan, board approves polling site relocation
The State Board of Elections will make a final decision Thursday on whether or not to keep Sunday early voting in Pitt County.
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August 22, 2026 at 6:57 PM
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Pitt County is taking a stand for safety by supporting crucial changes to NC 118, including a roundabout and closing a dangerous road access, after hearing heart-wrenching testimonies from families affected by tragic crashes.

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Pitt County backs NCDOT plan to close Cannon Price access and build roundabout on NC 118
After relatives of a crash victim and NCDOT presented crash data, the board unanimously adopted a resolution supporting concept plans to close direct access from Cannon Price Road to NC 118 and construct a roundabout at Stokestown–St. Johns Road.
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August 19, 2026 at 3:36 AM
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Pitt County has decided to pursue a FEMA grant for Lake Glenwood repairs, delaying contractor bids to explore federal funding options that could save taxpayers millions!

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Pitt County to pursue FEMA mitigation grant for Lake Glenwood repair; board delays contractor award
After staff briefings on repair costs, maintenance and funding options, the board voted to pursue a FEMA mitigation grant for Lake Glenwood and maintain current mitigation measures rather than award the single contractor bid. The motion passed 7–2.
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August 19, 2026 at 3:34 AM
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Man in Grifton, North Carolina puts up yard sign urging Trump to deport Hispanic neighbor. That neighbor is a legal U.S. resident:

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Man living next to Hispanic-owned business puts up sign urging Trump to deport his neighbors
The North Carolina business owner says the sign is racist and hateful; the town manager says he must respect free speech rights and check that the sign meets local regulations.
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August 21, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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Pitt County elections board keeps original early voting site proposal
The Pitt County Board of Elections voted unanimously to keep early voting sites it approved on July 31 after considering requests to open one in central Greenville to serve voters
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August 13, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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NCDOT is taking action to enhance safety on NC 118 after a troubling report of 19 crashes, including one fatality, prompting a bold plan for a roundabout and cul-de-sac.

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NCDOT proposes cul‑de‑sac and roundabout to reduce crashes on NC 118; commissioners back resolution of support
NCDOT presented crash data showing 19 crashes (including one fatality) at NC 118 intersections since 2021 and proposed removing direct access from Cannon Price Road, installing a cul‑de‑sac, and building a single‑lane roundabout at St. Johns Road; the board voted to support the project so DOT can pursue scoring and funding.
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August 5, 2026 at 2:40 AM
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Pitt County is taking a bold step for the future by adopting key legislative goals that prioritize education funding, farmland preservation, and public health services!

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Pitt County adopts NCACC legislative goals proposals for 2027‑28 biennium
Staff presented a set of proposed legislative goals to submit to NCACC — including revenue protection, opposing unfunded mandates, farmland preservation funding and addressing tax treatment of certain solar equipment — and the board voted to approve submission of the county’s goals.
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August 5, 2026 at 2:19 AM
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NCDOT's alarming crash report on NC-118 has sparked a push for vital safety improvements, including a roundabout and restricted access to reduce accidents.

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NCDOT seeks roundabout, cul‑de‑sac on NC‑118 after crash review; Pitt County endorses support resolution
NCDOT told commissioners its safety review showed clusters of crashes along NC‑118; staff proposed closing Cannon Price Road access, redirecting traffic and building a roundabout at Stokes Town/St. Johns Road; the board voted to support the project and asked DOT to pursue scoring and funding.
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August 5, 2026 at 2:16 AM
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Pitt County commissioners are taking a bold step to protect neighborhoods by pursuing federal funding for the Lake Glenwood dam, but the decision could delay crucial repairs amid growing public safety concerns.

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Pitt County will pursue federal mitigation grant and delay immediate dam work at Lake Glenwood
After public pleas about flooding risk, the commissioners voted to pursue a FEMA/BRIC grant and directed the chair to sign a support letter; staff warned the grant process would delay work and that current bids expire Aug. 18.
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August 4, 2026 at 9:14 PM
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Pitt County is embarking on a transformative journey to streamline seven planning ordinances into one unified development ordinance, making it easier for everyone to navigate growth and development!

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Pitt County planning staff outlines two-year effort to create unified development ordinance
Planning staff told the board the county will seek a consultant, form steering committees, and run public outreach and hearings to combine multiple planning ordinances into a single unified development ordinance; funding was included in the FY 2026–27 budget.
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July 16, 2026 at 8:03 AM
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Pitt County commissioners hit the brakes on a $2.6M dam repair contract, opting for a deeper dive into safety, financials, and future options before moving forward.

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Commissioners pause Lake Glenwood dam contract, direct 45–60 day due diligence
After debate over safety, liability and rising costs, the board directed staff to return in 45–60 days with financial due diligence, grant strategies, maintenance projections and decommissioning options before awarding the Lake Glenwood dam repair contract.
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July 16, 2026 at 1:33 AM
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Pitt County commissioners faced a heated debate over funding fire services, ultimately opting for a comprehensive capital plan instead of immediate cash for Farmville and Bethel.

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Pitt County commissioners debate immediate aid to Farmville and Bethel; approve broader fire-capital plan
Commissioners debated $850,000 for Farmville and $100,000 for Bethel to support station and truck purchases; the direct allocation motion failed. The board instead voted to advance a committee plan to create an equitable capital fund and funding framework for fire departments.
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July 15, 2026 at 11:50 PM
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Pitt County just approved a budget that boosts school funding and allocates $2 million for student devices—find out how this could transform education in the area!

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Pitt County commissioners adopt budget ordinance adding school funding and $2M for student devices
The Pitt County Board of Commissioners voted to adopt the county budget ordinance after a public hearing with no speakers, restoring $40,000 for commissioner travel, adding school funding including supplemental nurses (amount unclear in transcript), and allocating $2 million for student device replacement.
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June 5, 2026 at 9:13 PM
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Pitt County is taking a significant step forward by approving a $1.16 million contract with Timmons Group for essential due diligence on the North mega site, paving the way for future development!

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Pitt County commissioners approve Timmons Group for mega site due diligence and authorize contract up to $1.16 million
The board approved the selection of Timmons Group to perform due diligence for the Pitt County North mega site after receiving a $2 million mega site award; the contract was authorized not to exceed $1.16 million, with about $840,000 estimated for preliminary engineering by Greenville Utilities.
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June 2, 2026 at 3:26 PM