Granville County Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Seeks Participants for 30th Leadership Granville Class

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— courtesy Granville County Chamber of Commerce | Ginnie Currin, Executive Director ~ 919-693-6125 ~ ginnie@granville-chamber.com

The Granville County Chamber of Commerce is providing an opportunity for inquiring minds to participate in the 30th LEADERSHIP GRANVILLE CLASS. Individuals with a sincere and genuine interest in future service to the community and those who have demonstrated commitment by previous community activities are encouraged to apply.

The program provides an education on various facets of Granville County. Individuals interested in assuming leadership positions within their organization and/or community will find the knowledge gained in the program to be an asset.

Class sessions will begin mid-September and end with graduation in early April.

The program consists of approximately twenty sessions. The length of the sessions varies from daylong to half day and some evening.

Session highlights include leadership assessment and development, personal and group dynamics, county history, city-county-state governments, education, the arts, agriculture, economics-industry-small business, health services and volunteer agencies, human services, community support, tourism, judiciary and law enforcement, visiting manufacturers, farm, industries, businesses, etc.

Sponsored by the Granville County Chamber of Commerce, Granville County Public Schools and Vance-Granville Community College, Leadership Granville offers citizens of Granville County the opportunity to acquire knowledge of the community and develop their leadership potential. It offers new citizens an opportunity to become personally and professionally acquainted with county structure and life, which can benefit their present and future leadership.

Interested individuals should contact one of the Chamber’s office locations – 124 Hillsboro Street in Oxford/Wanda, 919.693.6125, wanda@granville-chamber.com  or 1598 Highway #56, Butner/Toni Anne, 919.528.4994, tawheeler@granville-chamber.com to request additional information and a class session schedule for the year.

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Granville Co. Commissioners: Proposed Budget Public Hearing Set for May 20

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-Information courtesy Debra A. Weary, Clerk to the Board, Granville County

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, May 20, 2019, at 7 p.m. at the Granville Expo and Convention Center, 4185 US Highway 15 South, Oxford.

Consent Agenda

1. Contingency Summary

Public Comments

2. Public Comments

Public Hearings

3. Public Hearing on Proposed FY 2019-2020 Budget

Finance Matters

4. FY 2019 Audit Contract and Engagement Letter – Winston, Williams, Creech, Evans and Company, LLP

Recreation Matters

5. “Fifteen for 15”: Sponsorship and Giving Campaign for the GAP’s 15th Anniversary

6. GAP Phase III Update

Human Resources Matters

7. Pay and Classification Study

Purchasing

8. Vehicle Purchase

Appointments

9. South Granville Memorial Gardens Board of Trustees

10. Kerr-Tar Workforce Development Board

11. Planning Board

County Manager’s Report

12. Street Sign Installation Contract

County Attorney’s Report

13. County Attorney’s Report

Budget Matters

14. Budget Discussion and Deliberation

Presentations by County Board Members

15. Presentations by County Board Members

Any Other Matters

16. Any Other Matters

To view Granville Co. Board of Commissioner meeting agendas and minutes, click here. 

Town Talk 05/17/19

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News 05/17/19

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Community Workforce Solutions Helps Disabled Find Employment, Independence

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Sandra Waverly, job coach with Community Workforce Solutions, Inc. (CWS) in Henderson, was the guest of honor on Thursday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk program.

Founded in 1964, CWS is a private non-profit organization located at 602 S. Garnett Street in downtown Henderson. Formerly known as Raleigh Vocational Center, Inc., the organization changed its name to Community Workforce Solutions in 2007.

“The building doesn’t look the way it did back then, but a lot of people like to come by and tour the place. Some say they worked there 50 years ago and want to see the building,” said Waverly.

In 2004, three years prior to its name change, the organization assumed operation of INCO.

“For over 50 years, Community Workforce Solutions has been serving the community by providing training and placement services to adults with disabilities and other barriers to employment,” Waverly said.

By partnering with community organizations and employers in Vance, Granville, Franklin and Warren counties, Waverly said CWS assumes the dual role of supporting the individual and the business that hires them.

“When you hire the individual, you hire us as well. We support them with whatever they need to get the job done. It’s a win-win for the employer because they are getting a quality employee and a support staff.”

Waverly estimated that the organization currently partners with 50-60 local businesses and has 60-70 former employees on an active, long-term list that is monitored twice monthly by a long-term coach.

While employee pay begins at minimum wage, Waverly reported that several workers now receive $12 – $15 an hour, with all paychecks going directly to the individual.

To assist with the payment of wages and the training mechanism, CWS operates a thrift store, also at the 602 S. Garnett St. address.

“We offer clothes ranging from .75 cents to $7, household items and more, and we always need donations,” said Waverly. “We will help you unload it and give you a tax form if needed.”

Brunch and Learn Event

CWS is sponsoring a “Brunch & Learn” event this Friday, May 17, 2019, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at their Garnett St. location.

According to Waverly, the purpose of the event is to educate attendees on the services CWS offers and to connect employers with community partners. All local employers are encouraged to attend.

For more information on the brunch event, contact Rahesha Medina at (252) 572-8322 or rmedina@nc-cws.org.

To listen to the Town Talk interview with Sandra Waverly in its entirety, click here.

Blessed Hope Baptist Announces Youth Pancake Supper, Vacation Bible School

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-Information courtesy Lauren Elliott, Blessed Hope Baptist Church 

Blessed Hope Baptist Church, 741 Dabney Road in Henderson, announces upcoming events:

Youth Pancake Supper – Saturday, May 18, 2019, from 4 – 8 p.m. $7.00 a person – pancakes served with sausage (drink included for eat in). All proceeds go to the youth for their summer camp trip.

Kids Build & Grow Workshop – Saturday, May 25 at 10 a.m. Kids will be able to build their very own monster truck. Refreshments will be served.

Vacation Bible School – June 9 – 13 from 6 – 9 p.m. each night. Ages 4 – Adults. Dinner served from 6 – 6:30 p.m. with classes, crafts, missions and recreation to follow. This year’s theme is “In the Wild.”

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Local Barbershops, Hair Salons to Participate in ‘Shop Talk 3’

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-Information courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

“Shop Talk 3” is an opportunity for citizens in the Henderson/Vance County community to voice their opinions and suggestions in a comfortable environment offered by local barbershops and hair salons. The goal is to implement an action plan using the information gathered to improve the quality of life in this area.

Times & Locations:

Heavenly Reign – 507 Dabney Dr., Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at 6 p.m.

Eastside Barbershop – 81 Vicksboro Rd., Thursday, May 30, 2019, at 2 p.m.

ExQuizid Cuts 2.0 – 208 South Garnett St., Friday, May 31, 2019, at 5 p.m.

Physique – 403 Dabney Dr., Thursday, June 6, 2019, at 6 p.m.

Touch of Class – 214 Dabney Dr., Friday, June 7, 2019, at 5 p.m.

For more information, please contact Gregory Kelly at 252.431.6099 or gkelly@ci.henderson.nc.us and Shantel Hargrove at 252.430.0382 or shhargrove@ci.henderson.nc.us.

 

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Granville Co. Senior Services Offering FREE Fans to Eligible Residents

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Information courtesy Granville County Government’s Facebook page

The summer heat will soon be here, and eligible senior residents can be ready for soaring temperatures by taking advantage of the FREE fan promotion through Granville County Senior Services!

Thanks to contributions from Duke Energy Progress and Duke Energy Carolinas, fans have been made available to distribute to Granville County residents this summer. You are eligible to receive a fan if:

(1) You reside in Granville County
(2) You are 60 years of age or older
(3) You have a disability (proof of disability required)
(4) You have a heat situation at home that is a threat to your health or well-being.

If you need a fan, or have a family member or friend who does, please contact the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford at (919) 693-1930, the North Granville Senior Center in Stovall at (919) 693-3383 or the South Granville Senior Center in Creedmoor at (919) 528-0848.

Warrenton’s Free Outdoor Movie Series Continues With ‘Creed II’

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-Information courtesy the Warrenton Festivals Facebook page

As part of Warrenton’s free outdoor movie series, “Creed II” starring Michael B. Jordan and Sylvester Stallone will be shown in Warrenton’s Historic Courthouse Square, 109 S. Main St., on Saturday, May 25, 2019. The movie will begin at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.).

Admission is free; popcorn and various other refreshments will be on sale.

Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy an evening of family fun.

For additional information, or to view upcoming outdoor movies and Warrenton events, please visit the Warrenton Festival Facebook page by clicking here.

Artist Spotlight Segment with Casey Noel 05/15/19

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The Artist Spotlight Segment  airs every Wednesday morning at 8:30 AM.