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Pitt County Human Relations Commission to Host Black History Month Event

Pitt County Human Relations Commission (HRC) announces a Black History Month event recognizing the landmark court case resulting in integration of Pitt County public schools at its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Eugene James Auditorium of the County Administration Building located at 1717 W 5th Street, Greenville.

The purpose of the event is to recognize, by proclamation, the history of Pitt County public schools’ desegregation. The United States Supreme Court ruled unanimously on May 17, 1954 in Brown v Board of Education (1954) that segregation in American Public Schools on the basis of race violated the Fourteenth Amendment. In 1956, the State of North Carolina enacted the Pearsall Plan, which delegated desegregation related issues to local school districts.

Pitt County public schools remained segregated until 1965, when Teel, et al v Pitt County Board of Education (1965) was heard in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina.

In August 1965, more than 200 African-American students began attending school with white students throughout Pitt County.

“The Commission wishes to recognize the bravery and sacrifice of the families who participated in the integration of Pitt County Schools. The public is invited to attend this Black History Month event,” says Kimberly Moody, Chair, Pitt County Human Relations Commission.

For more information, contact Kimberly MoodyCall 252-902-2959 or Email Kimberly.Moody@PittCountyNC.gov

Public Meeting Notice: Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. in the Pitt County Cultural Arts & Recreation Community Center at Alice F. Keene District Park, located at 4561 County Home Road, Greenville. The purpose of the meeting is for members to discuss 2026 objectives. No public comments will be received. For additional information, please contact Kimberly Moody, Human Relations Coordinator at (252) 902-2959. 

Pitt County Government Offices and PATS Closure Notice

Early closure and opening delays due to winter weather

Pitt County Government offices including Public Health clinical services and Cultural Arts & Recreation classes will close at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025 due to inclement winter weather and will operate on a two-hour delay, opening at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

Pitt Area Transit System (PATS) will halt public transportation services at 3:00 p.m. today and operate on a two-hour delay, opening at 8:00 a.m., on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

Patients with clinic and PATS appointments will be contacted for rescheduling.

Normal operating hours are expected to resume Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

Solid Waste and Recycling (Transfer Station and Convenience Sites) will operate on its normal schedule.

Full closure information related to this weather event can be found on the Pitt County Government homepage and closings/delays page www.PittCountyNC.gov/Closings, or social media account: Facebook @PittCountyNC.

For more information, please contact the Public Information OfficeCall 252-902-2955.

The Mission of Pitt County Government is to enhance the health, safety, and well-being of our community by advocating for and providing quality services in a friendly and cost-effective manner. Learn more: www.PittCountyNC.gov