A tuition rate increase, the reorganization of computer curriculum programs and the reappointment of a longtime trustee were among the highlights of the Vance-Granville Community College Board of Trustees meeting on Monday, July 21. Pending resolution by the North Carolina General Assembly, the per-credit-hour charge for in-state students enrolling in curriculum programs has increased by 50 cents to $72, according to a report from Steven Graham, VGCC’s vice president of finance and operations. Out-of-state residents will have the same 50-cent …
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Rural Center Grant – Deadlines Fast Approaching
Courtesy of Senator Angela Bryant: N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources The N.C. Division of Water Infrastructure has organized two how-to-apply classes for the next round of its CDBG infrastructure program. The classes are: 1 p.m. Friday, July 25, Kinston Public Works Building, at 2360 US Highway 258 South, Kinston. 10 a.m., Monday, July 28, Old Rock School’s Waldensian Room, at 400 W. Main St., Valdese. To register for either class, please email grants coordinator Stacey Starkey, stacey.starkey@ncdenr.gov. Final …
VGCC South Campus hosts Tax Seminar for Nonprofits
The Vance-Granville Community College Small Business Center, in partnership with the North Carolina Department of Revenue, will present a free seminar about sales tax refunds for nonprofit organizations on Tuesday, Sept. 9, from 2 until 4 p.m. at the college’s South Campus (1547 South Campus Drive, Creedmoor). This hands-on workshop is intended to help nonprofits better understand the step-by-step process for requesting a sales and use tax refund. The official term is the “Nonprofit and Governmental Entity Claim for Refund …
VGCC and Chamberlain College of Nursing establish transfer agreement
Vance-Granville Community College and Chamberlain College of Nursing recently formed a partnership that will help graduates of VGCC’s Associate Degree Nursing program transition to complete a bachelor’s degree in Nursing through distance education. The VGCC Board of Trustees officially approved the agreement with Chamberlain at its July 21 meeting. June Dunham, a healthcare development specialist from Chamberlain, visited VGCC’s Main Campus earlier this year to inform students about the new partnership. Through Chamberlain’s “RN to BSN” degree option, a Registered …
Work-Based Learning program connects VGCC students with employers
The name is new, but Vance-Granville Community College’s Work-Based Learning program continues a longstanding practice of helping students gain the on-the-job experience they need to complement their classroom studies. The North Carolina Community College System recently changed the name of the Cooperative Education (or “Co-op”) Work Experience program to “Work-Based Learning” (WBL). The transition to the new name is complete as of the fall semester, which begins Aug. 18. VGCC Director of Academic and Career Assessment Linda Fletcher said the …
‘Plus 50’ students receive inspiration and information at VGCC
Local adults, aged 50 and over, recently received encouragement and advice about pursuing higher education at a special Vance-Granville Community College workshop. The event, held July 16 in the Civic Center on VGCC’s Main Campus, was entitled “Over 50 and Going Back to School, What a Great Idea!” and was attended by approximately 65 people. The featured speaker was Mike Collins, president of The Perfect Workday Company in Raleigh, who has led numerous seminars at VGCC and across the state. …
Greg’s Garden for July 21st, 2014 By Mari Miller
Tomato Harvest Starts Our tomato harvest has started. Greg brought in the first of our Roma variety of tomatoes yesterday. It will take about 2-3 weeks to be at peak production enough to start my canning, but it will be so nice to now go to the garden for my fresh tomatoes. My multi-color varieties that will make salsa and salads especially nice, are just now a hint of yellow. I look forward to having them on top of taco …
Vance County Board of Commissioners Meeting Monday July 21st, 2014
Vance County Board of Commissioners called meeting scheduled for Monday, July 21 at 1:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room. Also, the Planning Committee is scheduled to meet Monday morning at 11:45 a.m. to discuss a Neighborhood Stabilization Program matter. This will be in the County Manager’s administrative conference room. This memorandum will serve as notice that Chairperson Deborah F. Brown has called a special meeting for Monday, July 21 at 1:00 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Conference Room, Vance County …
VGCC launches Mechatronics program in August at South Campus
Vance-Granville Community College is introducing a new curriculum program that will provide training needed for highly-skilled jobs in advanced manufacturing. The new program of study is called “Mechatronics Engineering Technology” and, as the name implies, it combines mechanical engineering and electronics. Courses toward this new Associate in Applied Science Degree are set to start in August at VGCC’s South Campus, located between Butner and Creedmoor. VGCC is one of only nine colleges in the state approved to offer this program, …
Changes to High School Equivalency program include reduced testing fees
Vance-Granville Community College is spreading the word about changes in the program that allows area adults to take a set of tests to earn the equivalent of a high school diploma. Recently, the name “High School Equivalency” (HSE) replaced the program’s former name: General Educational Development, or GED ® — a registered trademark of the national testing company, Pearson VUE. To complete the current version of the HSE program, a student must pass four tests, in the subject areas of …
Natural Horsemanship program starting at VGCC Warren Campus
Vance-Granville Community College is introducing a new Horsemanship program, which will be based at the college’s Warren County Campus, and will provide the education and training for an individual to seek employment associated with the horse industry. The Comprehensive Natural Horsemanship Program will consist of four courses offered by VGCC’s Occupational Extension department, with the first course starting Aug. 14 and continuing through Nov. 22. That course, “Horsemanship I: Understanding, Communicating & Bonding with a Horse,” will be a prerequisite …
News and Notes about Vance County Regional Farmer’s Market by Mari Miller
Vance County Regional Farmers MarketMarket hours are 7:30 am to 1:00 pm, Wednesday and Saturdays. What’s at the market – Saturday July 19th Blackberries Cucumbers Muscadine Juice & Salsa Okra… Onions Peas Peppers Squash Tomatoes (Lots) Zucchini Also at the market will be vendors selling crafts and flowers. Master Gardeners Seminar set fr July 19th at the Farmers Market July 19th “Garden Photography for Beginners” @ 10:00am in the Farmers Market Classroom will be taught by Paul McKenzie NC …
Vance County Schools – Summer Technology Work
Personnel in the Technology Department of Vance County Schools are busy this summer preparing over 2,800 laptop computers for high school students and teachers to use during the 2014-2015 school year which begins on August 25. Once the Technology personnel have completed work reloading operating systems on all of the laptop computers, they will turn their attention to installing over 1,000 new desk top computers in classrooms in the 10 local elementary schools and two middle schools. Six technicians with …
VGCC Scholarship honors longtime educator Sue Grissom
Students who want to continue their education at Vance-Granville Community College now have another means of support, in the form of a scholarship that honors one of the college’s retired educators. The new scholarship fund has been established by Lelia Brigham of Henderson in honor of Sue Wooten Grissom of Creedmoor, who retired in 2012 as Director of Basic Skills for VGCC. In awarding the Sue Wooten Grissom Academic Achievement Scholarship, preference will be given to students who first came …
Granville / Vance County Lines Discussed July 22, 2014
A meeting has been scheduled with Granville County officials to discuss county line matters. There may be three Vance County commissioners present at the meeting; to comply with open meeting laws, this notice is publically given. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 22 at 3:00 p.m. at the Perry Library Board Room. The public is invited to attend.
2014 N.C. State Fair Premium Book is online
RALEIGH – Every year, thousands of North Carolinians show off their talents by competing at the N.C. State Fair. State Fair competitions began with the intention of encouraging advances in agriculture, but gradually, more categories were added, leading to the variety of competitions available today. With contests ranging from baked goods and horticulture, to poultry and graphic design, there is sure to be something for everyone, including children. More than $600,000 will be awarded this year in prize money, along …
Weekend Alcohol and Drug Patrol Nets 77 Charges
On Friday and Saturday, July 11th and 12th, members of the Henderson Police Department and the N.C. Alcohol Law Enforcement Agency participated in a join operation in the Henderson area. The purpose of this operation was to focus on nuisance type open air alcohol and drug violations. Officers in unmarked vehicles patrolled the city streets and parking lots looking for violations. During the campaign, there were a total of 77 charges brought against various individuals for drug, alcohol, and traffic …
McCLAIN including China Anne McClain to round out 2014 N.C. State Fair concert lineup
RALEIGH – Pop trio McCLAIN including China Anne McClain, with special guest Before You Exit, has been added to the 2014 N.C. State Fair concert series for a show Thursday, Oct. 23. Coming from a family of singers, songwriters and musicians, the sisters grew up in a house filled with music. They formed their singing trio at the ages of 9, 7 and 5. In addition to singing, China Anne McClain also is an actress known for her role as …
NCDA&CS to host food tasting event for NC Food Entrepreneurs Registration deadline is Sept. 9
RALEIGH – The Taste of Something Good event, aimed at helping individuals or businesses that have been selling a food product for at least 12 months, will take place in Charlotte and Burlington in October. The cost of the event is $20, which covers lunch and handout materials. Space is limited to the first 16 people registered, and all food products must be branded and processed under all applicable regulations. The events are sponsored by the N.C. Department of Agriculture …
NC Cooperative Extension: Garden Checklist, plus Garden Photography Seminar
GARDEN PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS This Saturday, 7/19, I will teach a short class on the basics of garden photography. The class will be held at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market, starting at 10 am, and will last about 45 minutes. Registration requested but not required (just call or e-mail). Feel free to bring your camera so you can get more comfortable with the functions. THIS WEEK IN THE GARDEN 1. Vegetables are at least 90 percent water! Pay close …