Camping World Flag Spurs Greenville Ordinance Debate

Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis is defying Greenville, North Carolina's city regulations by refusing to remove a giant American flag at one of the company's locations. The flag, which is 15 times larger than permitted and sits on a 120-foot pole, has incurred multiple fines totaling $1,150. Despite city council's rejection of a proposal to amend the ordinance to allow the flag, Lemonis remains steadfast, stating the flag will not come down. In response to mounting penalties, the city council has directed staff to draft an ordinance that would permit the flag to remain. This situation echoes past conflicts in other cities where Camping World faced similar zoning challenges but ultimately prevailed. The ongoing debate highlights issues around local regulations and expressions of patriotism.