Greenville, NC
Music connected to Greenville
About Greenville
- • Actress Sandra Bullock spent part of her childhood in Greenville.
- • The popular Texas Pete hot sauce recipe originated here in 1929.
- • Its location as a Pitt County trading hub spurred early growth.
- • Legend says a ghost haunts East Carolina University's Wright Auditorium.
- • A devastating fire nearly destroyed the town in 1884.
- • Named for General Nathanael Greene in 1786, it was incorporated in 1862.
- • Home to over 93,000 residents, making it one of North Carolina's largest cities.
- • Sitting only 16 feet above sea level, it's prone to flooding.
- • Healthcare and education are major employers in Greenville.
- • A vibrant, welcoming atmosphere buzzes with youthful energy.
- • The Carolina Mudcats, a minor league baseball team, plays nearby in Zebulon.
- • ECU's 2009 football season saw them ranked as high as #14 nationally.
Artists From Greenville
Songs About Greenville
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