The Early High School STEM Program on the campus of Northern Vance High School is sponsoring an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, February 27, from 1:30 to 6 p.m. in the media center at Northern Vance. All interested persons are urged to participate in this important community event. For additional information or to register for the Blood Drive, go online to redcrossblood.org and search by sponsor code to “STEM” or contact Dana Bowden, STEM Program coordinator, at 252-738-2260 …
Month: February 2014
Vance County Public Safety Committe Meeting February 24th, 2014
The Vance County’s Public Safety Committee is scheduled to meet Monday, February 24, 2014 at 3:30 p.m. in the County Manager’s Office. Topics to be discussed include volunteer fire department audit reports and the animal shelter.
North Carolina Public Schools Releases Summary Reports on Educator Effectiveness Online
Summary reports of teacher and administrator (principals/assistant principals) performance for the 2010-11, 2011-12, and 2012-13 schools years are available online at www.ncpublicschools.org/effectiveness-model/data. The 2012-13 data also includes ratings for Standard 6 on the teacher evaluation, which uses student growth estimates as a measure of teacher effectiveness. The online data reports are intended to provide a resource that is user-friendly and easily accessible so that parents, educators and other community members can see data reflecting the effectiveness of instruction in their …
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Continuing to Help in Dan River Coal Ash Spill
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is continuing to provide fish and wildlife expertise during the emergency response and remedial phases following the Dan River coal ash spill and will work with others to determine the impacts of the spill, short-term and longer-term, on fish, wildlife, and their habitat. “Biologists and environmental contaminants specialists from our North Carolina and Virginia field offices have initially found layers of coal ash of varying thickness spread out over 70 miles of the Dan …
NC Beer Month Returns in April With Fresh Rewards
RALEIGH, N.C. (February 19, 2014) — North Carolina, one of the nation’s top craft beer states, celebrates the craftsmanship of 100 breweries and destinations that embrace it with the return of NC Beer Month in April 2014. NC Beer Month, co-sponsored by the North Carolina Division of Tourism and the North Carolina Craft Brewers Guild, directs travelers to a rising range of beerscapes, from brewery-rich cities and welcoming towns to unexpected finds in lesser-known places. Major festivals, singular events, special-edition …
Butterfield Congratulates Dr. Victor Dzau on New Position at Institute of Medicine
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) released the following statement regarding Duke University Health System CEO Dr. Victor J. Dzau being named as the next president of the Institute of Medicine: “I congratulate Dr. Victor Dzau on being named the new president of the Institute of Medicine, the health arm of the National Academies. For decades, Dr. Dzau has been recognized as a world-renowned pioneer in scientific and medical research. As Duke University’s Chancellor of Health Affairs, President …
North Carolina Weekend
For the week of Feb. 22, on UNC-TV’s North Carolina Weekend, sit back and enjoy the Murphey School Radio Show in Orange County. “Collecting Carolina” looks at Moravian pottery in Winston-Salem. Take in an exhibit at African American Atelier in Greensboro. Get back to nature at Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge in Wadesboro. And the “House Special” samples the fare at Saltbox Seafood Joint in Durham. (Please note: listings are subject to change.) North Carolina Weekend is underwritten by the …
Belgian Furniture Company Selects High Point for North American Manufacturing Headquarters
RALEIGH – Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that BuzziSpace, Inc. will locate its North American manufacturing headquarters in Guilford County. The furniture company plans to create 113 jobs and invest more than $1.75 million during the next five years in High Point. BuzziSpace will operate out of a renovated building that once housed the operations of the Pickett Cotton Mill, which first opened more than 100 years ago. “High Point’s international reputation for manufacturing …
Call Center provides support during recent snows, fielding more than 4,000 calls
During the state’s recent widespread snow events, the Division’s 1-800-VISITNC Call Center fielded calls from citizens and visitors alike seeking current road conditions and other vital information. Calls to the N.C. Dept. of Transportation’s customer service department were transferred to the Call Center, which maintained 24-hour service throughout the storms and their aftermath. During last week’s winter storms, the Call Center handled more than 2,700 weather-related calls; it fielded more than 1,600 weather-related calls during the storm in late January. …
Thursday Open Line
Editors note: Sorry, I switched the Open Line text from today and yesterday. Here is the one that should have been shown yesterday: Wednesday, February 19th. On this date in 1942, some two and a half months after the attack on Pearl Harbor, President Franklin Roosevelt issued an executive order requiring Japanese-Americans living along the Pacific Coast to be relocated inland. This order affected some 77,000 citizens and 43,000 resident aliens. The internment lasted throughout the Second World War, and …
Henderson City Council Retreat February 19th and 20th, 2014
The Henderson City Council will hold it’s annual retreat tonight, Wednesday evening February 19th at the Henderson Country Club and Thursday 20th, 2014 at the Perry Memorial Library. The agenda for both days are attached. The public is invited to attend, however no meals will be provided to the public. Download the agenda here: 20140219_coh_retreat_agenda
Keep safety first when cleaning up storm debris
RALEIGH — Recent winter storms felled trees and branches across North Carolina. The N.C. Forest Service encourages homeowners and others who prune trees or burn yard debris to use caution and follow some basic steps. Although your trees may look severely damaged, restorative pruning and care may increase the chances of them regaining their original health and beauty. If the basic structure of your trees is intact, it may be in your best interest to save the tree. Tree topping …
VGCC Child Care Center kids learn about Dental Hygiene
Children enrolled in the Child Care Center on Vance-Granville Community College’s Main Campus recently enjoyed a visit from Suzanne Cheever, a dental hygienist from the office of Dr. Wilson Hoyle in Henderson. Cheever’s visit on Feb. 5 was planned in conjunction with a unit of study on Dental Health. February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. Cheever demonstrated dental equipment for the children, giving them an idea of what to expect when they visit the dentist, along with tips on …
VGCC hosts noted Education Innovation expert
Vance-Granville Community College recently welcomed a nationally-known author, innovator and expert in the field of higher education. In January, Dr. Terry O’Banion addressed a convocation of all VGCC faculty and staff, and also offered a break-out session for employees involved in student services and the college’s Quality Enhancement Plan, which deals with academic advising and career planning. O’Banion, president emeritus and senior league fellow for the League for Innovation in the Community College, spoke on the relationship of academic advising …
Wednesday Open Line
Black History Month highlights not only past achievements but continued progress in the African-American community. There are just under 2 million black-owned businesses, representing a gain of more than 60 percent in just five recent years. These businesses employed more than 920,000 people — a growth of more than one-fifth in the same period. Retail trade, health care and social assistance sectors account for 27 percent of black-owned business revenue, which totals more than $137 billion. Among cities, New York …
Vance County Middle and High School News February 17-21, 2014
VANCE COUNTY SCHOOLS WEEKLY SCHOOL NEWS Volume 2, Issue 25 A Publication for Middle and High Schools February 17-21, 2014 The MISSION of Vance County Schools is to be committed to educating all students to prepare them for lifelong learning and productive citizenship. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS ? For Early College High School students and staff members, Tuesday will be a regular school day. It was changed from a teacher workday to make up for a …
Local musicians invited to join Vance-Granville Community Band
The all-volunteer Vance-Granville Community Band has started rehearsals again for the 2014 year and is inviting interested musicians of all ages to become new members. Since it was first formed in 2008, the community band has included Vance-Granville Community College students, local high school students, educators, and interested citizens from all four counties of the college’s service area (Vance, Granville, Warren and Franklin) and beyond. The band is directed by VGCC music instructor Ivory Brock. No auditions are required. Anyone …
VGCC: In Need of Technology Tips for Your Small Business?
The Small Business Center of Vance-Granville Community College invites you to join us on Thursday, February 20th at 6 PM for the following seminar: SEMINAR TITLE DESCRIPTION OF SEMINAR LOCATION DAY TIME DATE Register Here Technology Tips for Small Businesses The Technology Tips for Small Businesses seminar will teach participants top technical trends and strategies that can help grow your small business. You will lean tools that can put more time back into your day, enhance your customer’s experience …
Vance County Schools Upcoming Committee Meetings
Vance County Board of Education Committee Meeting Dates: * Curriculum, Thursday, February 20th, 9:00 am * Building & Grounds, Thursday, February 27th, 8:30 am * Personnel Committee, Tuesday, March 4th, 8:30 am Note: All meetings are held in the Superintendent’s Conference Room.
Vance County Elementary School News February 17-21, 2014
VANCE COUNTY SCHOOLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS Volume 1 Issue 18 February 17-21, 2014 The MISSION of Vance County Schools is to be committed to educating all students to prepare them for lifelong learning and productive citizenship. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS Interim Progress Reports to be distributed on Thursday SCHOOL EVENTS FOR THIS WEEK E.O. Young Jr. Elementary: (Monday, February 17) – Leadership Team meeting at 3:15 p.m. Zeb Vance …