A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Area Hearing Center on August 12th to announce their new location and membership with the Chamber. Area Hearing Center is an Audiological practice specializing in Personalized Hearing Healthcare. Dr. Lara “Kotty” Gray, Au.D., Doctor of Audiology provides Audiological care throughout the four counties: Diagnostic Audiological Services; Hearing Instrument Evaluations, Fittings, Service, Repair, Batteries and Accessories, as well as Hearing Protection, Industrial Hearing Testing and Interpretation to meet current OSHA standards for Hearing Conservation. …
Local manufacturer Glen Raven awarded E3 Scholarship
Glen Raven of Norlina was recently selected to receive an “E3” scholarship through North Carolina State University’s Industrial Extension Service, based on recommendations by local partnering organizations, including Vance-Granville Community College. This scholarship will support professional assessments that can help Glen Raven save money and become more sustainable. “We are excited and honored to be the newest E3 North Carolina manufacturer,” said Todd Wemyss, the manager for Glen Raven’s Norlina site. “This partnership will bring some unique resources, services and …
Current version of GED Test near expiration, VGCC officials warn
Vance-Granville Community College is reminding area adults who have started but not completed the GED that the current version of the test, known as the 2002 Series GED Test, will expire at the end of the year. The national GED Testing Service will replace that series with a new version on Jan. 2, 2014. Students who have completed at least one part of the GED test, but not passed all five content areas, have until the end of 2013 to …
Friday / Weekend Open Line
Few of us have the opportunity to actually change the shape of people’s lives and help them to live more happily. Such a man was Dr. Claire Straith of Southfield, Michigan, whose birthday in 1891 is noted today. Treating soldiers wounded in World War I, he pioneered many techniques in plastic and cosmetic surgery that are still in use today. Later, noting that he was performing a lot of reconstructive surgery on crash victims, Straith successfully urged automakers to use …
Vance County Board of Commissioners Meeting Tuesday, September 3rd 2013
Vance County Board of Commissioners will hold it’s monthly board meeting on Meeting Tuesday, September 3rd 2013 at 6:00pm. Download the full agenda packet here: 20130903_vcboc_agenda_packet 1. Public Hearing 6:00 p.m. Rural Operating Assistance Program2. Public Comments (for those registered to speak by 5:45 p.m. – speakers are limited to five minutes)3. Committee Reports and Recommendationsa. Human Resources Committeeb. Planning & Environmental Committee4. County Manager’s Reporta. Proclamation – Fall Litter Sweepb. Schools – Capital Fund Applicationsc. Resolution of Support – …
Vance County Planning Committee Meeting Notice
Please be informed that the County’s Planning & Environmental Committee is scheduled to meet Friday, August 30 at 12:00 noon in the County Manager’s Office. The purpose is to discuss the Neighborhood Stabilization Program.
Congressman George Holding Visits VGCC
U.S. Representative George Holding visited the main campus of Vance-Granville Community College near Henderson on Aug. 22. It was the first visit to the college by Holding, who is in his first term representing North Carolina’s 13th congressional district, which includes parts of Vance, Granville and Franklin counties. The congressman was accompanied by his district director, Alice McCall. After receiving an overview of the college from VGCC President Stelfanie Williams and other senior administrators, Holding and McCall took a campus …
Vance County NC Cooperative Extension
SMALL GRAIN VARIETY BOOKS AVAILABLE Pick one up at your County Extension Office, or give Paul a call at 252.438.8188 and we’ll get one to you. PYRETHROID RESISTANCE IN SOYBEAN INSECT PESTS http://www.nccrops.com/2013/08/25/soybean-pyrethroid-resistance-update/ INSECT UPDATE FOR COTTON AND SOYBEANS http://www.nccrops.com/2013/08/25/cotton-insect-update-3/ PESTICIDE DISPOSAL DAY, WARREN COUNTY, 11/14 Mark your calendars, details coming. SOYBEAN RUST UPDATE http://www.nccrops.com/2013/08/25/soybean-rust-update-3/ PHYSIOLOGICAL SCORCH AND FROGEYE LEAFSPOT IN SOYBEANS http://www.nccrops.com/2013/08/25/physiological-scorch-and-frogeye-leaf-spot/ INSECTICIDE EFFICACY FOR STINKBUGS IN COTTON http://www.nccrops.com/2013/08/22/stink-bug-insecticide-efficacy-in-cotton/ SOYBEAN INSECT ID GUIDE View on-line, or download to your …
President Obama Marks the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington
President Obama delivers remarks at the Let Freedom Ring ceremony on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.
Thursday Open Line
A perpetually hot topic, in summer and other seasons, is the fluctuating cost of gasoline and diesel fuel, and the resultant impact on the nation’s economy and living habits of Americans. Some discussion centers on the amount of taxes paid at the pump, as state taxes on fuels vary widely. The highest tax on gasoline is 39.5 cents per gallon, levied in California, while Connecticut imposes an almost 55 cent tax on diesel. Nationally, the lowest tax on both is …
Michael Bobbitt: Notes From The Peanut Gallery (COH August 26, 2013)
Another short and productive City Council meeting. Public Hearing – Rezoning Property The property owner, Ms. Frances Finamore said she wanted to work from home three days a week assisting military veterans coping with medical issues; that alone is an admirable reason to have a home based business. Mr. Griffin explained the zoning change is needed to rectify an incongruity of zoning for the property. Ms. Dunston explained that the planning board had approved the zoning change after reviewing …
NC LEAD Releases August N.C. Today
The N.C. Department of Commerce’s Labor and Economic Analysis Division has released its August issue of N.C. Today: July economic data indicate little improvement in state labor market conditions. North Carolina’s smoothed seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 8.9 percent in July from 8.8 percent in June. This rate is 1.5 percentage points higher than the national 7.4 percent rate and is tied with Rhode Island’s as the third highest state unemployment rate. The North Carolina labor force participation rate …
VGCC: Internet Resources for Business Research
Working on your business plan and need help finding the resources needed for your market research? If so, you may want to take the following free seminar, Internet Resources for Business Research. Simply register here to attend the seminar: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=530330003.
Governor McCrory Signs Job-Promoting Legislation That Cuts Government Red Tape
Governor Pat McCrory signed on Aug. 23 the Regulatory Reform Act (HB 74), common sense legislation that promotes job creation in North Carolina by cutting burdensome regulations and government red tape. “For decades, Democrats have stifled small businesses and job creators with undue bureaucratic burden and red tape. We have more than 22,000 rules on the books in state government and this is unacceptable,” said McCrory. “This common sense legislation cuts government red tape, axes overly burdensome regulations and puts …
Wednesday Open Line
“This program is brought to you by…” Those words, or ones close to them, were heard on this date 91 years ago as what is believed to be the first commercial broadcast on the new medium of radio. Station WEAF in New York City carried that first ad — not for soap or automobiles — but for a group of apartment buildings in Queens. The cost was $100 for 10 minutes of programming. At the time, there were just 30 …
Louisburg College’s JPAC Presents Stunning Lineup for 2013-14
LOUISBURG, N.C.—Tickets are now on sale for the 56th season of the Allen de Hart Concert Series, annually presented by Louisburg College’s Seby B. Jones Peforming Arts Center (JPAC). This season will feature a wide variety of performances ranging from classic pop and soul hits to comedy and beach music. On Friday, September 20, the season kicks off with Mary Wilson of The Supremes. While Ms. Wilson is best known as a founding member of the world’s most famous female trio—they …
Butterfield to Spotlight Economic Development, Veterans, and Civil Rights, This Week
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) will spotlight economic development and veterans in the First Congressional District before returning to Washington, D.C. to officially commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington. Today, Congressman Butterfield will give brief remarks at the Roanoke Electric Cooperative district meeting in Aulander, North Carolina on the importance of safe, reliable, and affordable energy. Later, Butterfield will present a proclamation of recognition from the U.S. Congress to local hero, …
Butterfield Speaks with MSNBC’s Melissa Harris-Perry on NC Voter ID Laws and March on Washington Anniversary
WASHINGTON, DC – On Sunday, MSNBC aired a brief discussion between its host Melissa Harris-Perry, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01), and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson-Lee (TX-18) on the aggressive efforts to disenfranchise voters in both North Carolina and Texas. The group also discussed the upcoming anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington. In case you missed it, see the video below. Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy http://Butterfield.House.Gov
Over 1.5 Million Students Head to School in North Carolina
For the vast majority of public school students, Monday was the first day of a brand new school year. One change students, parents and teachers will notice is that some classrooms will be a little more crowded. For the first time, North Carolina’s student enrollment is projected to exceed 1.5 million students. The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction projects an additional 17,192 students will attend the state’s public schools this year. Due to increases in teacher/student ratios, students and …
New Laws for NC Public Charter Schools
New Laws for Public Charter Schools (adapted in part from information provided by NC Alliance for Public Charter Schools & directly from SB 337) From the office of Senator Angela Bryant: SB 337, signed by Governor McCrory on July 25, officially became law on August 1st. The property tax portion of the bill became effective July 1, 2013. A basic summary of the new law and the ratified version of the bill is below: Advisory Board: The primary intent …