Town Talk 08/16/19
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News 08/16/19
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Animal Services to Waive Adoption Fees for National Clear the Shelter Event
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-Information courtesy Friends of Vance County Animal Shelter
The Vance County Animal Shelter is excited to announce that this year we will be participating in the National Clear the Shelter Event. This means for just one day, Saturday, August 17, 2019, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., our ADOPTION FEES WILL BE WAIVED!
All adoptions are first come first serve with an approved application, so go ahead and get your application in early.
All age appropriate dogs and puppies available for adoption on this day will be spayed/neutered, dewormed, and up-to-date on vaccines. They will also receive flea/tick treatment, a microchip and a heartworm test.
All age appropriate cats & kittens available for adoption on this day will be spayed/neutered, dewormed, and up-to-date on vaccines. They will also receive flea/tick treatment, a microchip and a FIV/FeLV test.
The Vance County Animal Shelter is located at 1243 Brodie Road in Henderson.
Annual ‘Cops on Top’ Event to Raise Money for Special Olympics of NC
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-Information courtesy, Lt. Jessica West, Henderson Police Department
Chick-fil-A of Henderson, the Henderson Police Department, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office, WIZS 1450AM/100.1 FM and other community organizations will once again team up for the annual “Cops on Top” Fundraiser for the Special Olympics of NC.
The event will be held at Chick-fil-A of Henderson on Thursday, September 5, 2019, from 6 a.m. until 5 p.m. The all-day event raised $2,291 for Special Olympics last year, surpassing the goal fundraiser organizers previously set of $2,000.
A bouncy house and face painting will be provided by BoHo the Clown with Character Antics.
Guest appearances by Sparky the Dog and Muddy the Mudcat are scheduled from 3:30 until 4:30 p.m.
All money raised will go directly to Special Olympics of NC.
VCS: Traditional Calendar Schools to Hold Open House Aug. 22
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-Information courtesy Vance County Schools
Vance County Schools will hold Open House sessions for schools on the traditional calendar on Thursday, August 22, 2019.
Vance County Middle School’s Open House will be held from 3 until 7 p.m.; all other traditional schools will be held from 2 until 7 p.m.
All students who attend Vance County Middle School, AdVance Academy, STEM Early High School and all Vance County elementary schools except E.M. Rollins will begin school on Monday, August 26, 2019.
All parents and students are invited to attend open house events.
Note:
E.M. Rollins Elementary School, Vance County Early College and Vance County High School began school on Monday, August 5, 2019.
Help Needed Identifying Person of Interest in Recent Vehicle B&E Cases
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-Information courtesy Franklin County Sheriff’s Office
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and the Youngsville Police Department are seeking your assistance in identifying the individual photographed below.
The individual in the photos is a person of interest in the recent motor vehicle breaking and enterings that have been plaguing local subdivisions since July 1.
If you have any information on the identity of the individual pictured below, please call Crime Stoppers at (919) 496-7867.
Granville Co. Genealogical Society to Present New Discount Incentive for Veterans
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-Information courtesy the Granville County Genealogical Society
The Granville County Genealogical Society (www.gcgs.org) will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, September 5, 2019, at 6:30 pm at the Thornton Library, 210 Main Street, Oxford, NC.
Mrs. Kathy Taylor, Register of Deeds for Granville County, will present a new incentive to encourage veterans to record their DD 214 (military discharge). The plan is to issue them a “Thank a Vet” Photo ID Card. This entitles the veteran to receive discounts from participating Granville County businesses.
All veterans with a recorded DD 214 will be given a list of participating businesses and will be instructed to show the Granville County Photo ID to receive the discount or incentive.
If you know of a Granville County veteran, please encourage them to attend to learn of these exciting details.
All GCGS meetings are open to the public, and visitors and guests are invited to attend.
NC MedAssist’s Health Care Resources Coming to Franklin County
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Press Release, NC MedAssist
NC MedAssist is holding a Mobile Free Pharmacy Event in Franklin County, NC on Friday, August 30, 2019. The event is open to any individual or family needing over-the-counter medications.
The event will be held at Louisburg Senior Citizens Center (127 Shannon Village, Louisburg, NC 27549). Participants must be at least 18 years old to receive medicine. Everyone will receive up to eight items free of charge. No identification is required.
Val Short, Executive Director of Triangle North Healthcare Foundation, said, “We are pleased that the NC MedAssist Mobile Free Pharmacy is coming to Franklin County. The Foundation is a funder for this event, which provides much-needed over-the-counter medications that can be unaffordable to many in our region.”
“NC MedAssist is excited to host a Mobile Free Pharmacy event in Franklin County,” said NC MedAssist CEO, Lori Giang. She shared: “Together with our community partners, we are bringing free over-the-counter medications, like Tylenol and Band-Aids, to area residents. No one should ever go without medicine and the Mobile Free Pharmacy Program enables us to reach those who are unaware of our free resources.”
The Mobile Free Pharmacy events have served upwards of 800 people, at times. To ensure the event runs smoothly and that all participants are served by the end, many volunteers are needed. NC MedAssist is partnered with other safety-net organizations to recruit community members to serve in volunteer roles such as pharmacy consultation, client ‘personal shoppers’, and sorters. However, the charitable organization is still actively seeking volunteers for the Mobile Free Pharmacy Event from the community. Any available individuals can sign up at www.medassist.org/volunteer.
At the event, information will also be available about enrolling in the NC MedAssist Free Pharmacy Program, which mails free prescription medications directly to a patient’s home.
NC MedAssist’s overall goal is to help ease the burden for those in need; it is aiding people who are making the choice between buying food and purchasing life-saving medication. Over the last fiscal year, NC MedAssist distributed over $68.5 million in free prescriptions and over-the-counter medications statewide. Of course, this would not be possible without the numerous, dedicated volunteers.
In the region served by Triangle North Healthcare Foundation, over 600 individuals have been served by NC MedAssist through grants from the Foundation.
NC MedAssist is a statewide non-profit pharmacy, founded in 1997. The organization provides free prescription medication to low-income, uninsured North Carolinians. NC MedAssist offers three programs that address the needs of children and adults: the Free Pharmacy Program, the Mobile Free Pharmacy, and the Senior Care Program.
Local Public Libraries Offer Wide Variety of Programming
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-Press Release, Granville County Government
The four branches of the Granville County Library System welcome the third full week of August with a wide variety of events, presentations and activities. From cooking competitions to assistance with computers and smartphones, each library offers more than just books, but a “gathering place” for cultural enrichment as well as informational programming.
A lawn and gardening class will be offered at the Thornton Library in Oxford on Tuesday, August 20 as Johnny Coley, Horticulture Agent for NC Cooperative Extension, provides tips on how to start and maintain a healthy lawn.
Topics discussed include soil testing, fertilization, liming, herbicides and more. This class is scheduled for 6 p.m. and is open to the public.
On Wednesday, August 21, join the South Branch Library for “Harry Potter and the Battle for the House Cup.” Ages 9 to 14 can participate by joining a team in “Hogwart’s House” to earn points, with the winning team taking home the prized “house cup.”
Registration is available online at https://granville.lib.nc.us or at the front desk of the library, which is located at 1547 South Campus Drive in Creedmoor.
Every Thursday night is “Game Night” at the Richard H. Thornton Library in Oxford. From 6 until 8 p.m. on August 22, enjoy a variety of Board games in friendly competitions. All ages are invited.
And each Friday at 10 a.m., “Drop-In Tech Help” is available for those needing assistance with computers or smartphones. Learn to set up an email account, how to post on social media and much more.
“DIY” classes continue as participants learn to make a scented teacup candle in a series of “Crafternoon” sessions. Next week’s class will be held at the Berea branch at 2 p.m. on August 22, with registration recommended.
Those interested, ages 12 and up, can register at https://granville.lib.nc.us/DIY-Candlemaking/. Participation is free, with all materials donated by Candlescience.
For those who enjoy baking, a dessert competition will be held at the South Branch at 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 24. Enter a homemade dessert for a chance to win a free shopping gift card. Judges are also needed for this contest.
For more details or to enter the contest, contact the South Branch at 919-528-1752.
For the younger set, Story Times are offered at all four library branches. The theme for the third week of August is “Ninjas!” Children are encouraged to attend a fun and educational program at the Stovall Library on Mondays at 10:30 a.m.; at the South Branch in Creedmoor on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.; at the Berea branch on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and at the Thornton Library in Oxford at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays.
The STEAM program (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) also continues at the Thornton Library each Thursday at 4 p.m. for kindergarteners through students in grade 8.
Contact Children’s Librarian Amy Carlson at 919-693-1121 for details.
To learn more about upcoming events scheduled at your local public library in Oxford, Creedmoor, Stovall and Berea, visit https://granville.lib.nc.us.
Town Talk 08/15/19
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