The Vance County Regional Farmers Market Advisory Board will meet on Thursday, October 1, 2 pm at Farmers Market (210 Southpark Dr., Henderson, NC). This meeting is open to the public and the Board welcomes comments and input. For more information, call 252-598-0814 or e-mail farmersmarket@vancecounty.org
Bone Marrow Registration Drive in Honor of Superior Court Judge Carl Fox
Chapel Hill: Superior Court Judge Carl Fox has presided over many cases in his tenure, but he now faces what may be the most difficult case of his life — his own. Judge Fox, a well-known and loved North Carolina public official, is fighting myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a condition in which the body is not able to produce enough healthy new blood cells. Unable to defeat the disease with conventional treatment, Judge Fox needs a bone marrow transplant for a …
Henderson Police Seeking Info on Shooting – Reward Offered
On September 26, 2015 around 3:44 AM officers with the Henderson Police Department responded to the area behind the Quick Mart, 517 E. Andrews Ave, Henderson in reference to a subject that was shot. Upon arrival, officers found Horace Jackson, 49, of 912 Hargrove Street, Henderson suffering from a gunshot wound. Vance County EMS arrived and Hotransported Mr. Jackson to Maria Parham Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries. The investigation is being conducted by members of the Henderson …
Profile America
As September’s National Honey Month ends tomorrow, Wisconsin — the land of milk — hosts the opening of the World Dairy Expo, running through Saturday. The exposition in Madison is expected to draw about 77,000 attendees. Farmers, producers and visitors will see some of the best dairy cattle, learn about genetics, profit margins, and even cow comfort — while mingling with some thousands of dairy men and women from dozens of different countries. America’s dairy product manufacturing employs about 130,000 …
Charity Softball Game between Maria Parham and Person Memorial October 6th, 2015
Charity Softball Game between Maria Parham and Person Memorial in Roxboro!!! October 6th – 6 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Fox’s Pond – Vicksboro Road Concessions will be sold – chips, popcorn, peanuts, assorted drinks and water Proceeds will go to support The United Way and Relay For Life
Congresswoman Renee Ellmers: A Historic Address to Congress
Photo of the Week In the photo above, my husband Brent and I are at the White House Arrival Ceremony to welcome His Holiness Pope Francis. I am so thankful to have been able to participate in this momentous event. Weekly Update: It was an exciting week in Washington as Pope Francis visited the city and gave a historic address to a joint meeting of Congress. In addition to attending the papal address, it was an honor and …
City of Henderson City Council Meeting Monday, September 28th, 2015
Henderson City Council Short Regular Meeting Monday 28 September 2015, 6:00 p.m. R. G. (Chick) Young, Jr. Council Chambers, Municipal Building 134 Rose Avenue Henderson, North Carolina Download the full agenda packet here: 20150928_coh_agenda_packet I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. OPENING REMARKSIn order to provide for the highest standards of ethical behavior and Transparency in Governanceas well as provide for good and open government, the City Council has approved Core Valuesregarding Ethical Behavior1 and Transparency in …
Representative Baskerville September 2015 Newsletter
Download the newsletter here: Bakersville September 2015 newsletter.pdf
White House Weekly Address: Dispose of Your Expired and Unwanted Prescription Drugs
In this week’s address, on “National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day,” the President spoke about the importance of preventing and treating substance use disorders. Overdoses from prescription pain medications kill thousands of Americans every year, and more often than not, those drugs come from the family medicine cabinet. In addition, many heroin users started out by misusing prescription drugs. That’s why it’s important to take advantage of the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day and safely, conveniently, and responsibly dispose of …
Monday Open Line
As National Hispanic Heritage Month continues, and another fiscal year draws to a close, much attention is focused on the country’s economic performance. The 54 million strong Hispanic community in the United States inhabits a formidable and expanding place in the nation’s economy. Over 19 percent of Hispanics over the age of 16 work in management, business, science, and arts occupations. When tabulated recently, there were 2.3 million Hispanic-owned businesses in the U.S., an increase of almost 46 percent from …
Concert in the Park for Saturday September 26th, 2015 has been cancelled
The Concert in the Park scheduled for this Sat. Sept. 26, 2015 has been cancelled due to 90% chance of rain. The City of Henderson Recreation Department and the Just Friends Quartet will reschedule sometime in the spring of 2016.
VGCC invites community to Advanced Manufacturing Day October 2nd, 2015
Vance-Granville Community College will hold an “Advanced Manufacturing Day” event on Friday, Oct. 2, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., in the Civic Center on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. The public is invited to attend and to learn more about the current state of manufacturing. Local manufacturers and equipment vendors will provide demonstrations and information highlighting new techniques and new employment opportunities. Attendees will learn about the types of careers available in the region’s industries and the …
This is the last weekend to shop at the Raleigh Flea Market before the N.C. State Fair
RALEIGH – Shoppers who enjoy searching for deals and unique products at the Raleigh Flee Market have one final weekend to shop before the market closes in preparation for the N.C. State Fair, which runs Oct. 15-25. The flea market will operate Saturday, Sept. 26, and Sunday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. It will be closed until the weekend of Nov. 7. Held each weekend at the N.C. State Fairgrounds except during the month of October, the …
Former Harlem Globetrotter to speak at VGCC South Campus to “Plus 50” adults
The “Plus 50” initiative at Vance-Granville Community College is hosting a free workshop/luncheon for students and community members, age 50 and over, featuring former Harlem Globetrotter James “Twiggy” Sanders. The program, entitled “New Beginnings,” will be held on Tuesday, October 6, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., in the seminar room (G1131) at VGCC’s South Campus, located between Creedmoor and Butner. Sanders will discuss the benefits of returning to school as a “Plus 50” student and being a lifelong learner. …
VGCC honors Faculty and Staff Members of the Year with Glen Raven Awards
Vance-Granville Community College President Dr. Stelfanie Williams recently presented the college’s annual awards to a pair of outstanding VGCC employees. Kali J. Brown of Youngsville, the college’s director of financial aid, was named Staff Member of the Year for 2015-16, while Social Sciences department chair and instructor Kristi Salmons-Ellenberg of Henderson was chosen as the Faculty Member of the Year. The honors are two of VGCC’s three Glen Raven Excellence in Teaching and Leadership Awards. Glen Raven, Inc., the manufacturer …
Vance County Board of Commissioners Special Called Meeting September 28th 2015
Please see the attached agenda for special called meeting scheduled for Monday, September 28 at 8:30 a.m. 20150928_vcboc_called_meeting.pdf
Friday / Weekend Open Lines
Friday, September 25th. For those who believe that beer is proof that a higher power loves us and wants us to be happy, a great chance for bliss is found in Denver. The 2015 Great American Beer Festival continues today in the Colorado Convention Center. Some 49,000 people are attending this latest sold-out celebration, which began in 1982 in Boulder and moved to Denver in 1984 to accommodate the burgeoning interest. Building on past performance, the festival includes one-ounce samplings …
VGCC trustees approve new medical program in Histotechnology
Vance-Granville Community College’s Board of Trustees approved a new medical laboratory associate degree program, hired a contractor to renovate a building, and welcomed a new trustee at the board’s bi-monthly meeting on the Main Campus on Sept. 21. The new Histotechnology program will prepare students to be efficient in the medical laboratory field, Trustee Barbara Cates Harris, chair of the Curriculum Committee, said. A two-year program that is set to begin in Fall 2016, Histotechnology provides students the knowledge and …
North Carolina Weekend
For the week of Sept. 24 on North Carolina Weekend, enjoy a profile of Thomasville. “Collecting Carolina” visits the High Point Museum in High Point. Learn about the uniqueness of the Kindred Spirit Mailbox in Sunset Beach. Get out to the great outdoors at Carvers Creek State Park in Spring Lake. And the “House Special” samples the fare at the TerraVita Food & Drink Festival in Chapel Hill. (Please note: listings are subject to change.) North Carolina Weekend is underwritten by …
Vance County Schools Committee Meeting Dates
Vance County Board of Education Committee Meeting Dates: * Community Relations, Monday, Sept. 28th, 5:30 pm * Building & Grounds, Thursday, Oct. 1st, 8:30 am * Curriculum Committee, Thursday, Oct. 1st, 9:30 am * Personnel Committee, Tuesday, Oct. 6th, 5:30 pm Note: All meetings are held in the Superintendent’s Conference Room.