Vance Co. Farmer’s Market: Pamper Your Papa This Father’s Day
-Information courtesy Tracy Madigan, Market Manager, Vance County Regional Farmers Market
This is Father’s Day weekend. What better time to visit the VCRFM and stock up on all of Dad’s favorites to spoil him on his special day? Begin his Father’s Day with a breakfast of bacon, eggs, sausage and fried green tomatoes from your farmers market. Add some honey or his favorite jam for his toast or biscuits and don’t forget to get some peaches to make his morning complete.
Go ahead and stock up on the many summer vegetables now at the market. Pick out some bone-in-ribeyes, potatoes, and onions. Throw them all on the grill for a special and delicious Father’s Day dinner. Add some BFV wine to your evening meal and toast dad on his day.
Still haven’t found him a gift? Check out the James Stevenson exhibit at the market this weekend. You are bound to find a picture of a local site that resonates with your father – truly a unique and special gift just for dad!
James Stevenson Day at the Market
VCRFM Classroom Saturday, June 16, 2018
Many of you remember Jim Stevenson, local architect, artist, avid sailor and VCRFM vendor. Jim died last fall, but his memory lives on in his numerous paintings and prints. Jim’s watercolors, charcoals, and pen & ink depictions of Henderson’s historic churches, buildings, schools, and lake scenes will be available for purchase June 16th at the farmers market.
In this tribute to Jim, you will also find renditions of our North Carolina coast, wildlife, ships, boats and of course, his beloved Beneteau either moored along the NC coast or sailing the oceans and sounds of our state. Additionally, Jim was a traveler. Expect to find tableaus of famous European sites as well as bucolic countryside scenes. Do not miss this rare opportunity to enhance your art collection with some of James’ work.
Guardian ad Litem at the Market Saturday, June 16, 2018
Each year more than half a million children suffer abuse or neglect, often resulting in the need for court intervention. A Guardian ad Litem volunteer is the eyes and ears for a judge and is the person who tells the child’s story to the court. These volunteers are needed to help judges make decisions regarding the best interest of each child. A volunteer’s advocacy ensures that children have a safe, permanent home and the appropriate care and services to lead a healthy, successful life. Stop by the Guardian ad Litem booth at the farmers market this weekend and find out more about how you may be able to help do what is best for our children.
Peak Season Kickoff Saturday, June 30, 2018
The market is getting into full swing with fresh local fruits and vegetables. Celebrate with us June 30 for our Peak Season Kickoff!
Seasonal Recipes
Not sure what to do with all the fresh produce you find at the market? No worries – we have suggestions and recipes for you to try! Want to share one of your favorite recipes? Bring it to the market – we’d love to try it and let others know about it.
You Make A Difference
The Farmer Foodshare/Donation Station booth at our market collects donations weekly and we have the best customers! You always remember to donate. Thank you. The money collected is used to purchase produce not sold at the market that day, then donated to Area Christians Together in Service (ACTS). ACTS uses the produce to feed our less fortunate members of society and for the Meals-On-Wheels shut-in recipients.
Anticipated Vendors – June 16th:
Adcock Farm – canned goods, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers & honey
Backroad Farm & Vineyard – squash, zucchini, kale, carrots, cucumbers, lavender & wine
Donation Station – farmer foodshare
Faulkner Family Farms– meat – pork
Guardian ad Litem – advocacy information booth for abused or neglected area children
Harvey Hills Farm– flowers, plants & herbs
Honeyberry Hill Farm – squash and zucchini
Imperial Stitching– hand-sewn placemats, mug rugs, burp cloths, lap blankets & more
Faulkner Family Farms– meat – pork
Guardian ad Litem – advocacy information booth for abused or neglected area children
Harvey Hills Farm– flowers, plants & herbs
Honeyberry Hill Farm – squash and zucchini
Imperial Stitching– hand-sewn placemats, mug rugs, burp cloths, lap blankets & more
JASM Farms – peaches, onions, cucumbers, squash, tomatoes, broccoli, potatoes & sunflowers
Jerri’s Things – hand sewn and crocheted items
Jerri’s Things – hand sewn and crocheted items
JW Creek Farm – meat – beef & eggs
Kelly Lynn Photography – photos, prints & tattoo art
LouMag Ent. – greens, onions, garden peas, peppers, green tomatoes & beets
Master Gardeners – answering your planting, growing and gardening questions
O’Relly’s Curry Q Sauce Co. – Caribbean Jerk Sauce, brown sauce, and honey
Master Gardeners – answering your planting, growing and gardening questions
O’Relly’s Curry Q Sauce Co. – Caribbean Jerk Sauce, brown sauce, and honey
Pretty Tough Stuff– jewelry
James Stevenson Memorial Booth – original watercolors, charcoals & prints
Stonebridge Farm – guinea eggs, garlic, fingerling potatoes, gold new potatoes, rhubarb, & swiss chard
Woodwick Designs – scented soy wax candles & melts, bath & shower Melts, wood burned art.(This is not a paid advertisement)
James Stevenson Memorial Booth – original watercolors, charcoals & prints
Stonebridge Farm – guinea eggs, garlic, fingerling potatoes, gold new potatoes, rhubarb, & swiss chard
Woodwick Designs – scented soy wax candles & melts, bath & shower Melts, wood burned art.(This is not a paid advertisement)
Vance Co. Criminal Superior Trial Court Returns Guilty Verdicts
-Press Release, Office of District Attorney Michael D. Waters
Henderson, NC – A session of Vance County Criminal Superior Trial Court was held during the week of June 11, 2018. The Honorable Henry W. Hight, Jr, Senior Resident Superior Court Judge, presided over the session. The District Attorney’s Office was represented by District Attorney Michael D. Waters and Assistant District Attorneys Melissa D. Pelfrey, Nicole G. Louis and David J. Erdmann. In addition to one jury trial, several pleas were taken during the week-long session.
The case involving the 2007 murder of Leo Ziegler and the attempted murder of Shirley Venable was called for trial Tuesday morning. A Vance County Jury returned guilty verdicts against Rodney Williams Wednesday afternoon. Rodney Williams was sentenced to 480 to 585 months in the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, Division of Adult Correction (DAC), for Attempted Murder and Life without parole in DAC for the First Degree Murder. The defendant was represented by Larry Norman. The case was investigated by the Vance County Sheriff’s Office.
Rashawn Williams pleaded guilty to First Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor and was sentenced to 60 to 132 months in DAC. The defendant was represented by Nathan Baskerville. The case was investigated by the Henderson Police Department.
Akeem Alston pleaded guilty to two counts of Possession with Intent to Sell/ Deliver Heroin and was sentenced to 8 to 19 months in DAC. The defendant was represented by Jerry Stainback. The case was investigated by the Vance County Sheriff’s Office.
Altarik Alston pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance on jail property and was sentenced to 9 to 20 months in DAC. The defendant was represented by Jerry Stainback. The case was investigated by the Vance County Sheriff’s Office.
Shaqiel Clark remanded a DWI conviction, accepting a 30-day active sentence suspended for 12 months of unsupervised probation. The defendant was represented by Scott Hamilton. The case was charged by the NC State Highway Patrol.
Germar Dunston pleaded guilty to possession of 1/2 to 1 1/2 ounces of marijuana, and was sentenced to 120 days active, suspended for 18 months of supervised probation. The defendant was represented by Scott Hamilton. The case was charged by NC ALE.
Samantha Huggins pleaded guilty to possession of a schedule I controlled substance and was sentenced to 6 to 17 months in DAC. The defendant was represented by Deborah Leigh Holtzmann. The case was investigated by the Vance County Sheriff’s Office.
Timothy Lynch pleaded guilty to driving while impaired and was sentenced to 12 months in DAC. The Defendant was represented by Mike Rogers. The case was charged by the NC State Highway Patrol.
Travevon Fogg pleaded guilty to Obtaining Property by False Pretense. He was sentenced to 17 months active, which was suspended for 36 months of supervised probation. The defendant was represented by David Waters. The case was investigated by the Vance County Sheriff’s Office.
Granville Co. Chamber’s 2018-19 “Granville Today” Hot off the Press
— courtesy Granville County Chamber of Commerce | Ginnie Currin, Executive Director ~ 919-693-6125 ~ ginnie@granville-chamber.com
The Granville County Chamber of Commerce has just received the printed 2018-19 edition of their annual “Granville Today” publication.
“Our Chamber is exceptionally proud of the incredibly interesting feature stories in this edition and is grateful to the business community for their support of this project.,” said Executive Director Ginnie Currin.
Copies of “Granville Today” may be obtained from the Chamber’s offices – 124 Hillsboro St., Oxford and 1598 Hwy 56, between Butner and Creedmoor.
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Granville County Chamber of Commerce’s Executive Committee previews the just-received “Granville Today” 2018-19 publication. (Left to right): Larry Wilson, Lewis Electric/Chamber Vice-President; Tanya Evans, Duke Energy/President-elect of the Chamber; and Hal Muetzel, Express Employment Professionals/Chamber President. (Photo courtesy Granville Co. Chamber of Commerce)
Vance Co. School System Honors Retirees
Vance County Schools district officials, school administrators, educators and family and friends honored 36 outstanding associates who are retiring from their positions with the school system during the Annual Retirement Banquet held on Wednesday, June 13, in McGregor Hall Gallery in downtown Henderson.
Each of the honorees were presented with gifts from the school system by Darlynn Oxendine, chairwoman of the Vance County Board of Education, and Dr. Anthony Jackson, superintendent of Vance County Schools.
Dr. Trixie Brooks, assistant superintendent for Instructional Services, was the event’s featured speaker. She praised each of the retiring educators and encouraged all of them to enjoy their retirement after giving so much of their time and talents to local students and colleagues during their careers with Vance County Schools.
Vivian Bullock, who retired from the school system in 2017, provided a very inspirational message from a retiree’s perspective for all of those being recognized. She spelled out 12 priorities that each of them should follow as they enter retirement. Her advice especially focused on being sure they have lots of leisurely time for themselves and quality time with their families.
Vance County Schools district officials, school administrators, educators and family and friends honored 36 outstanding associates who are retiring from their positions with the school system during the Annual Retirement Banquet held on Wednesday, June 13, in McGregor Hall Gallery in downtown Henderson. (Photo courtesy Vance County Schools)
Rachel Bradshaw, music teacher at New Hope and Carver elementary schools, sang and played several musical selections on keyboards during the evening. The Rev. David Pate, pastor of Tabernacle United Methodist Church, provided the invocation for the evening.
Superintendent Anthony Jackson gave closing remarks and he thanked each of the retirees for their service with the school system and wished them all the very best for their futures.
The retirees held a wide range of positions with the school system including, teachers, school administrators, administrative assistants, teacher assistants, counselors, school nurses, maintenance personnel, custodians, bookkeepers, data managers, school nutrition personnel and media specialists.
Those retiring and honored were Consuelo Allen of L.B. Yancey Elementary School; April Andrews of Zeb Vance Elementary School; Diane Averett of Carver Elementary School; Sharon Bawcum, administrative assistant to the superintendent; Debora Blackwell of Clarke Elementary School; Paula Boston of Early College High School; Rebecca Burns of Henderson Middle School; Dr. Priscilla Chavis-Lockley of Eaton-Johnson Middle School; Annette Cobb of Northern Vance High School; Cheryl Coplin of Henderson Middle School; Kathy Faulkner of Aycock Elementary School; James Faulkner of Maintenance; Marie Fields of New Hope Elementary School; Willie Fuller of Northern Vance High School; Elizabeth Gremmels of Southern Vance High School; Linda Grissom of Henderson Middle School; Patricia Hight of Eaton-Johnson Middle School; Andrew Hill of Zeb Vance Elementary School; Pam Jackson of New Hope Elementary School; Manuel Jeffers of Zeb Vance Elementary School; Shirley Jefferson of Northern Vance High School; Sylvia Jefferson of New Hope Elementary School; Constance Johnson of Northern Vance High School; Agnes Jover of Northern Vance High School; Joseph McMahon of Eaton-Johnson Middle School; Nancy Paynter of Zeb Vance Elementary School; Ruth Reid of Pinkston Street Elementary School; Carol Shockley of Dabney Elementary School; Patricia Twisdale of Dabney Elementary School; Jan Vaughan of Aycock Elementary School; Marjorie Watkins of Northern Vance High School; Bonita Williams of Clarke Elementary School; Phyllis Williams of Eaton-Johnson Middle School; Robin Wilson of New Hope Elementary School; Ruth Wilson of Career and Technical Education; and Ian Willis of STEM Early High School.
Those attending the event are shown in the accompanying photo.
8th Annual Henderson Kiwanis’ KLCC Golf Tournament, Sat. June 16
Ron Rubin, tournament director for the 8th Annual Henderson Kiwanis Club Golf Tournament, was recently on WIZS’ Town Talk program to provide a history of the organization and its mission and inform listeners of tournament details.
This year’s tournament will feature a four-person superball format and will be held on Saturday, June 16 at Kerr Lake Country Club in Henderson.
Cost is $50 per person or $200 per four-person team and includes green fee, cart and lunch. Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required. Fees may be paid at the tournament.
Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. with a shotgun start to begin play at 1 p.m.
Cash prizes will be awarded for first and second place, $400 and $300 respectively. Hole in one prizes will be awarded, including the chance to win a new automobile courtesy of Advantage Ford Lincoln of Henderson.
Various other door prizes will be awarded and chances to enter a 50/50 raffle will be available.
The Henderson Kiwanis Club, which formed 66 years ago in 1952, is part of a global organization of over 600,000 members in 80 countries.
The motto of Kiwanis International is “Serving the children of the world” and, according to Rubin, the civic organization “empowers members to pursue creative ways to serve the needs of children through local service projects and fundraising.”
The annual golf tournament, one of the local chapter’s larger fundraisers, helps the youth of Vance County, specifically. “Every penny we make goes back to kids in our community,” said Rubin.
For more information about the golf tournament or the Kiwanis Club, please call Rubin at (919) 810-2950.
Free Fireworks at Fox Pond Park, Sun., July 1
-Information courtesy Sandra C. Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce
Free fireworks will light up the night at Fox Pond Park, 467 Vicksboro Rd., Henderson, on Sunday, July 1, 2018, at 9 p.m.
Fox Pond Park will close at 7 p.m. on the evening of July 1 for normal operations. No parking will be allowed at Fox Pond Park. Visitors may park at the Aycock Recreation Center or the Vance County Fairground for shuttle service to the Park. Shuttling will begin at 7 p.m.
For more information, please contact Tara Goolsby at (252) 438-3948 or email tgoolsby@ci.henderson.nc.us
Fireworks sponsored by the Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department.
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Granville Co. Board of Commissioners to Meet Mon., June 18
-Information courtesy Debra A. Weary, Clerk to the Board, Granville County
The Granville County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, June 18 at 7 p.m. at the Granville Expo and Convention Center, 4185 US Highway 15 South, Oxford.
Agenda items include:
– Contingency Summary
– Budget Amendment #8
– Capital Project Ordinance – 2018 GAP Phase III
– Capital Project Ordinance – Oxford Landfill Closure/Post Closure 2018-2019 – Budget Amendment #1
– Grant Project Ordinance – CDBG Scattered Site Program – Closeout
– Recognition of Service – Susan L. Cottrell
– Presentation – Opioid Litigation
– Granville County 2018-2019 Agreement with the NC Department of Health and Human Services
– Agreed-Upon Procedures to Confirm Medicaid Eligibility
– VARONIS Datalert Software Permanent License
– NACo Voting Delegate Designation
– Cardinal Innovations Healthcare Request
– FAA Tower Site on Mountain Road is Available for Public Benefit Conveyance
– City of Creedmoor Resolution Requesting County Inspection Services
– Granville County Veterans Affairs Committee Request
Crosson Named Principal of Pinkston Street Elementary
-Press Release, Vance County Schools
Congratulations to Dr. Jacqueline Batchelor Crosson, who has been appointed as the new principal of Pinkston Elementary School.
Dr. Crosson most recently served as the assistant principal for Pinkston Street and L.B. Yancey elementary schools. She has over 20 years of experience in education with Vance County Schools.
She succeeds Heddie Somerville, who was named the new principal for Vance County Middle School for 2018-2019.
Dr. Jacqueline Batchelor Crosson is shown at right as she joins Superintendent Anthony Jackson in announcing her new appointment to Pinkston Street Elementary School staff members. (Photo courtesy Vance County Schools)
Henderson Rec. Players to Perform “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”
-Information courtesy Crystal G. Allen, Henderson-Vance Recreation Program Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center
Get your tickets now for the Henderson Rec. Players’ summer production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.”
Based on the story of Joseph and his coat of many colors from the Bible’s Book of Genesis, this uplifting and energetic musical is celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2018 with lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Under the local direction of Jo Ellen Nowell and Mark Hopper, “Joseph” will feature a large cast of all ages. Jonathan O’Geary will serve as choreographer for the production.
Performances will be held at the McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center on:
Friday, July 6 @ 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 7 @ 8 p.m.
Sunday, July 8 @ 2 p.m.
Saturday, July 14 @ 8 p.m.
Sunday, July 15 @ 2 p.m.
Tickets are available for $15 at the McGregor Hall Box Office, 201 Breckenridge St. in Henderson, by calling (252) 598-0662 or visiting www.mcgregorhall.org.
For more information, please contact Crystal Allen at (252) 431-6091 or email callen@ci.henderson.nc.us
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