Master Gardener Program June 2017
— written by Paul McKenzie
— courtesy Vance County Cooperative Extension
You might think you would need to be a master of gardening to become a volunteer in NC Cooperative Extension’s Master Gardener Program. Not true! The training we provide gives you everything you need to join our team. Once trained, you will be prepared to help out with our demonstration gardens, youth education projects, community outreach, gardening newsletters and much more. You will also join a group of very friendly people who love to keep on learning. You can learn more and meet some of our members at the following events:
- Open House in Warrenton on June 13th, 11 am to 1 pm at the NC Cooperative Extension Office (158 Rafters Ln. in Warrenton).
- Open House in Henderson on June 27th, 11 am to 1 pm at the NC Cooperative Extension office (305 Young St. in Henderson).
- Information table at the Warren County Farmers Market on June 10th.
- Information table at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market on June 17th.
Get more information and fill out our “interest” form at https://go.ncsu.edu/mgvw. Or you can email paul_mckenzie@ncsu.edu or call 252-213-6095.
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Paul McKenzie
Agricultural Extension Agent, Vance/Warren Counties
NC Cooperative Extension
305 Young St., Henderson, NC 27536
158 Rafters Ln., Warrenton, NC 27589
https://www.ces.ncsu.edu
252.438.8188 (Vance) 252.257.3640 (Warren)
@pgmckenzie
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Boil Water Advisory Lifted in Franklin County
Franklin County, June 7, 2017: Franklin County Public Utilities has now cancelled its boil water advisory. Franklin County’s main water supplier, the City of Henderson, experienced pump failures on June 5, 2017 which led to low water pressure in their system and the subsequent boil water advisory. All water conservation measures have been lifted as well.
Franklin County Government is committed to effective and innovative public services for all Franklin County citizens and businesses.
Oxford Boil Water Advisory Lifted
As of 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday June 7th, water in Oxford no longer requires boiling before consumption. Users of the water system may now use water without conservation or boiling of water.
Boys and Girls Club Recognizes 2017 Graduates
Dre’ Terry will graduate with the Class of 2017, on June 9th, 20
17 from Roanoke Rapids High School. Dre’ will be graduating as a member of DECA and the National Honor Society. Dre’ plays football, basketball as well as runs track, all while maintaining a 3.8 GPA. The talented football and basketball player will be majoring in Mathematics, with a minor in Coaching at Chowan University. Dre’ has signed a letter on intent to play football for Chowan in the fall. Dre’ has been a member of the Boys and Girls Club since he was in elementary school.. We are so very proud of Dre’.
Christopher Blue has been a member of the Boys & Girls Club for 7 years. As a 
member Chris has participated in all programs offered. Chris is a member of the 2016 & 2017 African American Quiz Bowl Team, the Keystone Club President, & the 2016 & 2017 Youth of the Year. Chris has earned a position at the Boys & Girls Club as an activity leader. Chris graduated from Vance Granville Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Arts and Science on May 12, 2017 and from Vance County Early College on May 26, 2017. Chris plans to attend Fayetteville State University pursuing a degree in Pre-Dentistry.
Timothy Terry joined the Boys & Girls Club on his 18th birthday and considers it the biggest mistake of his life. Tim regrets not joining the club at an earlier age. 
While at the Boys & Girls Club Tim worked hard not just at programs but being a leader. As a result of his hard work and leadership Tim earned a position as an Employee. As an employee Tim has created a program Called NBA at the Club. NBA @ The Club allows older members to mentor younger members using the sports of basketball and cheer leading. One of the main focuses is to teach the importance of being a student athlete. Tim graduated from Vance County Early College on May 26th and is on his way to Shaw University to major in Recreation Management and minor in Computer and Information Sciences.
Jaylil Majette has been a member of the Boys & Girls Club for 6 years. As a
member Jaylil participated in various programs and Trips. Jaylil was a member of the first place 2015 and 2017 African American Quiz Bowl team. He was also a member of the 16-18 Boys & Girls Club traveling basketball Team. Jaylil is undecided as to where he will be attending this fall but has been accepted to Greensboro College, Pfeiffer University and is awaiting on acceptance letters from Fayetteville State University, and Elizabeth City State University. Jaylil will graduate from Vance County Early College on May 26, 2017.
Ileq Jones has been a member of the Boys & Girls Club for 9 years. 
As a member Ileq has participated in all programs offered. As Ileq got older his involvement in athletics took him away from the Club but he always kept up his membership so that he could attend when he could. Ileq will be graduating from Southern Vance High School on June 10, 2017 with plans to attend the North Carolina Central University pursuing a degree in Engineering. Ileq has recently been accepted into the Stem program for Engineers to get hands on experience and college credits starting in June.
Kristofer Taylor has been a member of the Boys & Girls Club for 9 years. As a 
member Kris has participated in all programs that the club has offered. Kris has been a member of the Keystone Club (leadership club), and traveling basketball team. Kris will be graduating from Northern Vance High School on June 10, 2017 with plans to attend East Carolina University pursuing a degree in Sports Medicine & Business.
Quincy Henderson has been a member of the Boys & Girls Club for 5 years. Standing 6’4” he is known as “Teddy” the Teddy Bear. Quincy has been the 
alternate for the 2016 & 2017 African American Bowl teams and one of the biggest cheerleaders for the 16-18 traveling basketball team. Quincy will graduate Southern Vance High School on June 10, 2017 with plans to attend Vance Granville Community College to pursue a trade in welding.
Lawrence Hodge an Army Vet and 911 first responder came to the Boys & Girls Club Franklin County Unit as a volunteer looking to help mentor our youth and support Great Futures. While volunteering Lawrence was attending Vance Granville in pursuit of an Associates in Applied Science-Health and Human Services. Somewhere along the way a kitchen manager position at our Vance County unit opened up and Lawrence was the right person to fill it. Lawrence is responsible for 
preparing food everyday for 3 of our clubs in Vance, Granville, and Franklin counties.
On Friday, May 22, 2017 Lawrence graduated with an Associates in Applied Science-Health and Human Services and walked across the stage with his two children also graduating. We are so proud to have our staff member reach his fullest potential.
Lawrence Plans on pursuing his dream of educating the public about the Prevention, Intervention, and Education of Domestic Violence. He will use his knowledge and business “Real Men Against Domestic Violence” to make a difference for victims everywhere.
Henderson Boil Water Advisory Lifted
At 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday June 7th, the Kerr Lake Regional Water System no longer requires boiling of water before consumption. Users of the water system may now use water without conservation or boiling of water.
Mayor Eddie Ellington said, “We are free and clear and water is safe in all aspects.”
