Vance-Granville Community College will soon offer a series of courses specifically for entrepreneurs who want to compete in the growing food truck industry. The program is the first of its kind in North Carolina. A partnership of VGCC’s Small Business Center and Personal Enrichment department, the Mobile Food Truck Entrepreneurship Workshop Series will be held at the college’s Franklin County Campus, located on N.C. 56, just west of Louisburg. Queen Harris, owner/operator of the Chick-n-Que mobile food truck and restaurant …
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VGCC offers Workshops on Managing Chronic Health Conditions
Vance-Granville Community College has partnered with the Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments to offer a new series of “Living Healthy” workshops this summer. All will be held at the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. These programs are being offered to individuals who suffer from chronic health problems, such as diabetes and chronic pain, and their caregivers or significant others. Each workshop is designed to enhance regular treatment with self-management tools and techniques, so that each person can better manage …
National Alliance on Mental Illness North Carolina welcomes new affiliate to cover Franklin, Granville, Warren and Vance counties
RALEIGH, NC (April 22, 2015) – The National Alliance on Mental Illness North Carolina (NAMI NC) is pleased to announce a new affiliate, NAMI North Central, a volunteer-run affiliate that covers Franklin, Granville, Warren and Vance counties. NAMI North Carolina works to improve the lives of people living with mental illness and their families through support, education and advocacy. NAMI North Central will work to achieve this mission in their community through advocating in their local area, increasing awareness of …
VGCC Students inducted into Honor Society
Vance-Granville Community College recognized 59 students who were inducted into Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for students of two-year colleges, on April 14 in the Civic Center on the college’s Main Campus. VGCC students honored with induction into Phi Theta Kappa must have a cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.5 (3.75 for part-time students) in associate degree curriculum programs and have completed at least 12 credit hours toward their degrees. As advisors for VGCC’s PTK chapter, instructors …
Henderson Police Department Joint Operation Nets Cocaine Charges
Monday night, April 2, 2015, members of the Henderson Police Department Special Operations Unit, North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, and the North Carolina Law Enforcement Division conducted an investigation into illegal activities at 21 Spring Valley Road, Henderson. As a result of this investigation numerous charges have been brought against one individual. Anastacio Bolanos, 42, 21 Spring Valley Road, Henderson, was charged with the following offenses: Manufacturing cocaine 3 cts; Possession of drug paraphernalia; Possession of a stolen firearm; …
City of Henderson Planning Board Meeting April 28th, 2015
The Henderson Planning Board will hold a Work Session on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 3:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 134 Rose Avenue. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss regulations regarding additional Supplementary Use Regulation Article 600B (design standard) for solar farms. For further information, please contact Robert Harris, City of Henderson Planner (252) 430-5722.
Vance County Schools – Reading Rewards at Carver Elementary
Students in grades 3-5 at Carver Elementary School who won top honors in the school’s Reading Fair were treated to a limousine ride to the Barnes & Noble bookstore at Triangle Town Center in Raleigh, followed by lunch at The Olive Garden in Wake Forest on April 17. The students won first, second and third place for their respective grade levels in the Reading Fair, which included them illustrating and describing the book they read on a project board. The …
Vance-Granville Community Band presents concert
The Vance-Granville Community Band presented its spring concert on April 16 in the Civic Center on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. Entitled “Music For Everyone,” the program featured selections from a variety of genres by American and European composers. Carl Cantaluppi of Butner, who has played clarinet in the band for many years, spoke on behalf of the ensemble and introduced each piece. Among them were “America the Beautiful,” “Second Suite for Military Band” by Holst, the traditional …
Elementary School News April 20-24, 2015
VANCE COUNTY SCHOOLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS Volume 2 Issue 33 April 20-24, 2015 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 Report Cards are distributed on Tuesday. Several local schools will observe Earth Day and Administrative Professionals’ Day on Wednesday. No school on Friday …
Third Annual Tour De Vance
Dust off your bike and head out to Vance Granville Community College on Saturday, April 25th! This year’s event will benefit the United We Read….United We Succeed early reading initiative program sponsored by the United Way of Vance County. Rides include at 10 mile Party Ride for youth, families and beginners; a 20 mile ride for those ready to take on more; a 30 miler through forest and farmland; and for those up to the challenge – a 60 mile …
Vance County Board of Education Committee Meeting Dates
Vance County Board of Education Committee Meeting Dates: * Building & Grounds, Thursday, April 23, 2015, 8:30 am * Curriculum, Thursday, April 23, 2015, 9:15 am * Personnel Committee, Tuesday, May 5, 2015, 8:30 am Note: All meetings are held in the Superintendent’s Conference Room.
Dispose of Unneeded Pesticides April 23rd, 2015 at Vance County Regional Farmers Market
Don’t miss this once every two year opportunity! Open to ALL! Come by theVance County Regional Farmers Market this Thursday, 4/23, 10 am to 2 pm to safely dispose of unneeded lawn and garden chemicals. We will accept ALL pesticides in original containers, including weed killers, insect killers, disease control products, etc. We will accept liquids, dusts, granules and baits. Remember, old products are an accident waiting to happen, and may have lost their effectiveness or been taken off the …
Middle and High School News April 20-24, 2015
VANCE COUNTY SCHOOLS WEEKLY SCHOOL NEWS Volume 3, Issue 33 A Publication for Middle and High Schools April 20-24, 2015 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 ? The SAT Prep sessions, originally scheduled during this week, have been cancelled. ? Local schools will observe …
NC Cooperative Extension: Marketing Farm Products, Pesticide Disposal, & Farmers Markets!
BACKYARD FARMERS MARKETING CLASS Whether you’re growing vegetables, raising chickens, harvesting fruit, or producing locally raised meats, marketing is never easy. Come ask our panel of marketing experts your burning questions and get tips on how to take your products to the next level! Thursday, April 23, 6:30-8:30pm at the Warren County Armory Civic Center (501 US HWY 158-Bus. East) and will cost $5. Seating is limited, so register either by calling the Warren County Extension Office: (252) 257-3640 or …
VGCC hosts seminar on Small Business Networking May 12th, 2015
The Vance-Granville Community College Small Business Center has scheduled a free seminar, entitled “Networking Tips That Can Grow Your Business,” on Tuesday, May 12, from 9 a.m. until noon in room 7107 at the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. In this seminar, Anita Hicks will teach participants why networking is important for small businesses, how to strategically network and grow their businesses, where to effectively network, and how to develop a winning “elevator pitch.” Attendees will discuss techniques and …
Vance County Properties Committee Meeting April 22, 2015
Vance County’s Properties Committee (Brown, Brummitt and Hester) is scheduled to meet Wednesday, April 22 at 3:00 p.m. to discuss various property matters – foreclosed properties, REO properties, surplus properties, etc. The meeting will be held in our administrative conference room. Note: all commissioners are invited to attend.
N.C. strawberry growers expect strong season
RALEIGH – Despite a late cold snap, local strawberry growers are expecting a strong season that will last until the first part of June. “The winter was challenging, but local growers prevailed by using a combination of row covers and irrigation to preserve the crop with minimal loss,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. Growers in the southeastern part of the state have already started picking. Consumers in the Piedmont can expect to find berries by early May. And those in …
Vance County’s Planning / Environmental Committee Meeting April 23rd, 2015
Vance County’s Planning/Environmental Committee (Wilder, Garrison and Taylor) is scheduled to meet Thursday, April 23 at 3:00 p.m. to discuss solar farms. The meeting will be held in our administrative conference room. Note: all commissioners are invited to attend.
Vance County’s Water Planning Committee Meeting April 27th, 2015
Vance County’s Water Planning Committee (Commissioners Garrison, Brummitt and Taylor) is scheduled to meet Monday, April 27 at 3:00 p.m. in our administrative conference room. The purpose is to discuss water project matters.
Detours Planned as Road Work Continues on Rolesville Bypass Project
Raleigh- As progress continues on the U.S.401 Rolesville Bypass project, NCDOT contractors have two closures planned, both starting this weekend, weather permitting. The first closure is scheduled to last 12 hours and will begin Saturday, April 18, at 10 p.m. Contractors plan to close a section of U.S. 401 between just north of Louisbury Road and Forestville Road. The road should re-open Sunday morning by 10 a.m. Motorists can follow a signed detour route along Forestville Road, Mitchell Mill Road and …