Lunch and Learn Depression: What is Depression? And What Helps? Speaker: April Parker, MSW, PLCSWIntensive-In-Home Team Lead @ Triumph, LLC Master of Social Work, University of North Carolina @ Chapel Hill, B.A. Psychology, University of North Carolina @ Chapel Hill Date: November 13, 2012Time: 11:30-1:00 (after the Franklin County Community Advisory Council)Location: 103 Bickett Blvd.NC Cooperative Extension AgencyLouisburg NC 27549 Bring your own lunch or enjoy Pizza and drinks for $2:00 a person. To RSVP contact: Gina DeMentCommunity Relations Specialist …
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Gobble Gallop 2012: Gobbling up Hunger for ACTS
This year Girls On The Run Vance County is partnering with ACTS (Area Christians Together in Service). ACTS is a local nonprofit organization in Vance County whose mission is to help those who are without food by providing food and moral support for those who have been abused. Please take a look at the insert provided and consider bringing at least one of the items listed with you on race day. Part of the Girls on the Run experience is …
VGCC schedules Health Unit Coordinator training course
Vance-Granville Community College is currently registering students for a Health Unit Coordinator course. The program is scheduled to be offered on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6 until 9 p.m., Dec. 5, 2012 through April 13, 2013. Classes will meet in Building 5 on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County, with Tonia Starling as the instructor. Students who successfully complete this course will be able to understand medical terminology, process medical records, take a leadership role in a health …
National Animal Shelter Reform Week
Nearly four million animals are killed in U.S. shelters every year. And for far too long, we’ve been told that this killing is necessary and the public is too blame. Nothing could be further from the truth. November 4 is the official kick off of “National Animal Shelter Reform Week” across the United States. During the week, animal advocates across the country will be working to increase public awareness about this killing, the neglect that often also occurs, and how …
VGCC art classes provide mural for Granville Senior Center
Students in two Personal Enrichment Art classes at Vance-Granville Community College recently completed work on a mural that will decorate the Granville County Senior Center. Twelve students in a day class and nine others in a night class, both taught by longtime instructor Lelia Brigham, have each contributed to the four-by-six-foot quilt-like mural. “It’s one of the most original ‘quilts’ I’ve ever seen,” Brigham said. “Each artist chose his or her own subject, design and style, so it’s very colorful …
Vance County Board of Education Meeting Monday, November 5th
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NC Cooperative Extension News
FORESTRY TOURLast call for the Forestry Tour to be held next Thursday, 11/8. Please meet at the Warren County Extension Center around 8:45 for a 9 am departure. We will be touring the International Paper mill in Ridgeway, then making a field stop to learn about reforestation methods. Please register by Monday if you have not already done so. VANCE FARM-CITY BREAKFAST BANQUETYou’re invited to this great event on Nov 16th! Registration required, details at the following link:http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/FarmCityinvitation2012-1.pdf VOLUNTARY AG …
Henderson City Council Special Called Meeting Monday, November 5th, 2012
Includes public comment session regarding Flint Hill community Download the full agenda packet here: 20121105_coh_agenda_packet III. NEW BUSINESSa) Consideration of Approval of 1) Resolution 12-A-14, Acceptance of the 2012 BJA Bullet Proof Vest Partnership Grant in the amount of $4,198.50, and 2) Ordinance 12-79 FY13 Budget Amendment #18, Amending Fund 55: Establishing Budget for Above Mentioned Grant. (CAF 12-A-67) [See Tab #1]? Resolution 12-A-14? Ordinance 12-79b) Consideration of Approval of Flint Hill CDBG Catalyst Grant Application Concept. (CAF 12-76) …
Vance County Board of Commissioners Meeting Monday, November 5, 2012
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Raleigh Flea Market at N.C. State Fairgrounds reopens Saturday, Nov. 3
RALEIGH — After a month-long break for the N.C. State Fair, the Raleigh Flea Market reopens Saturday. In addition, the N.C. State Fairgrounds will host several events this weekend. The flea market operates from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays except during October, when the annual State Fair is held. One of the largest flea markets in the Southeast, the Raleigh Flea Market is host to hundreds of dealers and craftsmen, with free parking available.The Flea Market …
NC Cooperative Extension Garden Path Newsletter
Click the following link to download our latest issue, one of our finest to date!http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/TGP-Nov-2012.pdf (Information is intended for residents of Vance and Warren Counties in NC and may not apply to other areas) Paul McKenzie, NC Cooperative Extension
US Army Corps of Engineers Public Comment Session on Hydrilla
The US Army Corps of Engineers has published a DRAFT Aquatic Vegetation Management Plan (AVMP) for John H. Kerr Reservoir. Before finalizing the plan, they are required to do an Environmental Assessment and are inviting public comment. Thus, the public is invited to attend a “public information and comment session” as listed below: Nov 13, 5:30-7:30 pm, VGCC Civic Center, HendersonNov 15, 5-7 pm, John H. Kerr Visitor Assistance Center, Boydton You may also submit comments via mail or e-mail. …
Commander Cat Logan, Henderson Native, Catches Infectious Attitude
SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany – Airmen in today’s U.S. Air Force generally spend more time at work than they do at home. With that in mind, Lt. Col. Cat Logan, 52nd Force Support Squadron commander, has aimed throughout her career to create a friendly workplace atmosphere that enhances morale and camaraderie of the Airmen with whom she works. “You may not truly grasp the influence you have on other people,” said the Henderson, N.C., native. “For the most part, people …
Attorney General Roy Cooper: Storm Danger Lingers, Thanks to Scammers
North Carolina was spared the worst from Hurricane Sandy, and our hearts go out to those victims who bore the worst of the storm. But the danger isn’t over, because disasters like Sandy bring out scammers as surely as night follows day. Heartless crooks set up fake charities (some with names that sound like established, legitimate organizations) to collect donations for disaster relief that go straight into the scammer’s pocket. Follow our tips to make sure your charitable dollars get …
VGCC Art instructor wins ribbon at State Fair
A painting by Vance-Granville Community College art instructor Lelia Brigham of Henderson (seen here in an art classroom at VGCC) won the Hostesses’ Choice Award in the Arts and Photography competition at the recently-concluded 2012 North Carolina State Fair. Her miniature pastel, “Vance County Tobacco Barn,” was the only piece selected from among over 200 works by 120 artists to receive the new award, which was determined by a panel of 12 Arts and Photography Department hostesses. Although Brigham has …
Henderson City Council Special Called Meeting Monday November 5
Mayor Pete O’Geary has requested a Special Called Meeting for Monday, 5 November 2012 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 134 Rose Avenue, Henderson, NC. The purpose of this meeting is to authorize direction regarding the CDBG grant application, along with other items of business. The public is welcome to attend.
United Way Fundraiser Challenges Physicians Vs. Staff
A Basketball Game fundraiser benefiting United Way will be held November 1, 2012 at 7:00pm At Kerr Vance Academy. The two teams are Maria Parham Medical Center Staff versus Maria Parham Medical Center Physicians. Ticket and concession sales hope to generate $25,000 for the fundraiser. Admission fee is as follow: Early ticket sale – 4.00 adult or $2.00 children. At the door— $5.00 adult or $3.00 children. For tickets call the hospital at 252-436-1167 and look for Jane at extension …
First Friday Breakfast at Henderson Collegiate
Henderson Collegiate is having another First Friday Breakfast at 7:30 am this Friday, November 2nd! Over breakfast, connect with the school’s mission and major successes, tour the facility to see collegiate learning in action, and talk with students about what it means to be a member of the “Pride.” Please RSVP to Caitlin Dietrich at 252-204-8750 or cdietrich@hendersoncollegiate.org by 5:30 pm on Thursday, Nov. 1st.
Vance County Schools, Henderson Collegiate, KVA 2 Hour Delay Tuesday
As of the time of this writing, Vance County Schools, Henderson Collegiate and Kerr Vance Academy have a 2 hour delay for Tuesday in anticipation of high winds and possible power outages. For more up to date information please check with your local school, or visit www.wral.com/weather/closings