Witness Detains Suspect Driver in Hit and Run at Gunpoint Until Authorities Arrive

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Monday afternoon, January 27, 2020, an automobile accident occurred on Norlina Road, just north of the intersection with Warrenton Road in Henderson.

According to the Atlanta truck accident lawyer surveying the scene, the suspect, the driver, proceeded about 3/10 of a mile away from the crash site and pulled into a driveway nearby.  The suspect’s vehicle had only three wheels after the impact.

The suspect driver went “left of center,” according to the trooper.  “Way left of center. And his right front, the passenger side right front of his vehicle hit the side right front of the other vehicle.”

The trooper said when he arrived Vance County Sheriff’s Deputies had the suspect in handcuffs. “He told me that a Samaritan pulled a gun and told him he couldn’t move, couldn’t leave,” the trooper said.  He followed by saying, “I don’t know if I would have pulled a gun on somebody.”

The trooper informed WIZS News that the suspect in the case is Robert Elmo Talley III. He was charged with reckless driving and driving while impaired. A few incidental charges were also added.

The single occupant of the other vehicle sustained a hand injury and was transported to the hospital.

Town Talk 01/30/20: First Aid & CPR Save Lives When Minutes Matter

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Jim Gunderson, First Aid and CPR trainer with Durham-based Divers Alert Network (DAN), appeared on WIZS Town Talk Thursday at 11 a.m.

While Gunderson reported that a perhaps surprising 20 percent of Americans have received First Aid and CPR training, he stressed the importance of the remainder of the general public having at least a basic knowledge of how to properly assist someone experiencing an emergency.

“The average response time for EMS to arrive in an urban setting is seven minutes,” explained Gunderson. “It’s 14 minutes, on average, in a rural setting. In a cardiac event, like a heart attack, for every minute you don’t have basic aid, there is a nine percent decrease in neurological recovery.”

These sobering statistics show that “every minute counts; the faster you can get care started, even before EMS arrives, the better chance that person has of surviving.”

Unfortunately, even a well-trained, experienced person administering CPR will have a low chance of successfully reviving the victim, according to Gunderson. “When you perform CPR without an AED or an automated external defibrillator, it’s about a seven percent chance of them surviving. With an AED, the survival rate goes up to as high as 25 percent.”

AEDs are now a staple in many offices and public buildings and can be used on those experiencing a cardiac emergency. The device delivers an electric shock, or defibrillation, to help the heart re-establish an effective beating rhythm.

Even though the chances of survival are low, Gunderson said having more of the public trained on First Aid and CPR is worth the effort, especially considering it could be your spouse, child or other loved one who benefits from your training.

According to Gunderson, 70 percent of cardiac events happen in the home, with 10,000 events happening annually in the workplace. Gunderson said Good Samaritan laws help protect those that render aid to the best of their ability from possible litigation.

“Whether it’s saving a life or just making them more comfortable, it’s very rewarding to know that you’ve helped a person,” he said.

First Aid and CPR classes are frequently offered by DAN, the American Red Cross, county health departments, community colleges and first responder units. Gunderson suggested taking a look at your neighborhood events or calling your local organizations to enquire about class offerings and cost. Costs typically range from $5 to $40 depending on the qualifications sought.

“At the bare minimum, I recommend people get trained in full CPR, which is chest compressions and ventilation,” Gunderson said. “They should also be taught to use an AED and how to deal with airway obstructions that cause choking. For basic First Aid skills, they should know how to stop bleeding, how to treat shock and how to splint a suspected break.”

Classes should be taught by qualified instructors and need to be American Heart Association (AHA) and International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) compliant.

To hear the interview with Gunderson in its entirety, go to WIZS.com and click on Town Talk.

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Vance County BOE Releases Notice of Primary Election

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-Information courtesy the Vance County Board of Elections

NOTICE OF PRIMARY ELECTION – VANCE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA

A primary election will be held on March 3, 2020, in Vance County to vote on the candidates for the offices of:

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY

Presidential Preference, US Senate, US House of Representatives District 4, NC Governor, NC Lieutenant Governor, NC Auditor, NC Commissioner of Agriculture, NC Superintendent of Public Instruction, NC Treasurer, NC District Court Judge District 9 (if you live in that district), School Board District 3 and District 5 (if you live in those districts)

REPUBLICAN PRIMARY

Presidential Preference, US Senate, US House of Representatives District 1 and District 4, NC Governor, NC Lieutenant Governor, NC Attorney General, NC Auditor, NC Commissioner of Insurance, NC Commissioner of Labor, NC Secretary of State, NC Superintendent of Public Instruction

LIBERTARIAN PRIMARY

Presidential Preference

CONSTITUTION PRIMARY

Presidential Preference

GREEN PRIMARY

Presidential Preference

Polls will open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Election Day. One-Stop early voting will be held at the Vance County Board of Elections Office and Henderson Operational Center.

One-stop early voting will start on Thursday, February 13, 2020, and end on Saturday, February 29, 2020. On Thursday, February 13, 2020, and Friday, February 14, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at both locations; Monday, February 17, 2020 – Friday, February 21, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at both locations; Monday, February 24, 2020 – Friday, February 28, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at both locations; Saturday, February 29, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Absentee ballots are allowed.  Requests for an absentee ballot must be made on a State Board of Elections Absentee Request Form, available at the County Board of Elections office and at both one-stop early voting sites, and received in the Vance County Board of Elections office or either one-stop early voting site by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. Completed absentee ballots must be returned to the Vance County Board of Elections by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2020.

All residents of Vance County who are registered to vote with the Vance County Board of Elections may vote in this election. Voters who are previously registered need not re-register for this election. Those voters who are registered as unaffiliated may vote in the DEMOCRATIC, REPUBLICAN, OR LIBERTARIAN PRIMARY ELECTION. They CANNOT vote in the CONSTITUTION PRIMARY OR GREEN PRIMARY.

Unaffiliated voters will be given a choice of ballot at the polling places.

Those residents of Vance County who are not registered to vote must register on or before Friday, February 7, 2020, in order to be eligible to vote on Election Day. Those voters who are not registered by Friday, February 7, 2020, may register and vote during one-stop early voting only and will be required to provide documentation of their identity and residence.

Voters who wish to change their party affiliation or who have changed their name or address must notify the Board of Elections in writing by Friday, February 7, 2020. Voters who fail to notify the Board of Elections of a change to their name or address must update their information when presenting to vote and may be required to vote a provisional ballot.

Voters who require assistance with casting their ballot are entitled to assistance by an appropriate person of their choice or an election official. Registration facilities and polling places are accessible to the elderly and handicapped. Curbside voting is available for voters who are not physically able to enter the polling place.

Persons with questions about registration, location of polling places, absentee ballots, early voting at One-Stop locations or other election matters may call the Vance County Board of Elections Office at (252) 492-3730 Monday thru Friday.

VGCC Set Stage for Graduate to Succeed in Nursing Career

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-Press Release, Vance-Granville Community College

Brittni Griffin had a career goal in mind from a young age. “In the fifth grade, I decided what my purpose in life was,” Griffin said. “I was determined to become a registered nurse.”

Brittni Griffin graduated in May of 2015 with her Associate Degree in Nursing from Vance-Granville Community College. Today, she is employed as a clinical team lead for a unit at Duke University Hospital. (Photo courtesy VGCC)

She eventually learned that her local community college could help make that dream a reality. In her senior year of high school, Griffin was accepted to Vance-Granville Community College and soon began taking the prerequisite courses that she would need before entering the selective Associate Degree Nursing program.

“In the spring of 2012, I had completed all the required courses that were needed for the ADN program, and I applied for entry into the program,” she recalled. “I was one person away from being able to enter the program, which meant I had to wait until the following year to try again.” Despite her disappointment, Griffin persisted and was accepted into the college’s ADN program the following year.

“I graduated in May of 2015 with my Associate Degree in Nursing,” she said. Griffin also served as president of her graduating class. Now, she could finally achieve her longtime goal of becoming a registered nurse. Griffin had accepted a job offer in nursing from Duke University Hospital even before she graduated.

“I started my career at Duke in August 2015,” she said. “In January of 2016, I jumped into taking one course at a time to start my Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.” The additional degree would allow Griffin to advance in her career and actually brought her back to VGCC to take courses that would transfer to the four-year university level. She was accepted into the University of North Carolina at Charlotte BSN program in 2017 and graduated in May of 2018.

“In October 2018, I accepted a job offer as the clinical team lead of another unit at Duke University Hospital,” Griffin said. “As the clinical team lead, I act as the assistant nurse manager. I complete payroll, conduct counseling with employees, develop educational material for staff, and much more. Thanks to Vance-Granville Community College’s outstanding Nursing program, I was set up for success upon graduation. I am proud to tell people that I graduated from VGCC’s ADN program and refer people to apply often.”

Coop. Extension Announces 2020 Small Farms Week; Scholarships Available

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-Information courtesy Warren Co. Cooperative Extension Office

The 34th Annual Small Farms Week hosted by Cooperative Extension at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is March 22-28, 2020. This year’s theme is “Inspiring Farmers, Sustaining Farms.” The kickoff event is March 20 in Cherokee County, home of the 2019 Small Farmer of the Year.

The Small Farmers’ Appreciation Luncheon is Wednesday, March 25, and will be on A&T’s campus at the Alumni-Foundations Events Center. During this event, the 2020 Small Farmer of the Year will be named.

Registration is $30; however, this fee is waived for NC small farmers. To register, click here.

A limited number of scholarships will be provided for small farmers from selected counties interested in attending the activities to be held on campus as part of Small Farms Week, March 22-27, 2020. Small Farms Week events are designed to provide educational opportunities as well as celebrate and recognize the contributions that small farmers make to this state. The scholarship will cover registration fees and two-nights lodging (double occupancy).

To apply for a scholarship, please complete and submit the application by March 2, 2020. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please note that your application submission for a scholarship is not a guarantee for approval.

Individuals awarded scholarships will be notified in writing by March 13, 2020. Please note that scholarship recipients must be at least 18 years of age. Children are ineligible for a scholarship and should not apply.

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Cooperative Extension with Jamon Glover 01/30/20

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Gunshot Victim Found in Vehicle Outside Citizens’ Pub; HPD Investigating

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-Press Release, Henderson Police Department

On Sunday, January 26, 2020, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a Henderson police officer was traveling south on Garnett St. As the officer passed Young Street, they heard a series of gun discharges in close vicinity. As the officer traveled further, they observed individuals gathered in the roadway and on the sidewalks of the 200 block of S. Garnett Street near the intersection of Breckenridge Street.

One individual, brandishing a firearm, was observed crouching behind a vehicle parked on the left side of the roadway. The officer exited the marked patrol vehicle and began giving verbal commands. The commands were ignored and the individual continued to distance himself, entering a crowded Citizens’ Pub and Grill. The handgun the person had was soon found lying on the ground close to their encounter.

As other officers began to arrive, Dyquarium Moore (age 28) was found sitting in a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound. Moore was treated by EMTs and transported to a local medical facility for his injuries. The arriving officers also began securing the scene and searching for evidence and witnesses.

Property damage, from projectiles, was found on three separate structures in the immediate vicinity and multiple motor vehicles parked near or about the intersection of Garnett Street and Breckenridge Street also sustained damage.

We are still actively seeking information on the incident and have already collected a substantial amount of evidence, including a second firearm. We are aware of an altercation involving female patrons inside Citizens’ Pub and are attempting to confirm or disprove if it was connected to the incident in the roadway.

We are asking that anyone with information about the incident contact us immediately. A cash reward of up to $2,000 is offered through Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers (252) 492-1925 or P3 app. Please call us at 252-438-4141 or contact us through Facebook or Instagram.

Mast Drug Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at New Dabney Dr. Location

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The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony this morning at the new Mast Family Drug facility located at 418 Dabney Drive in Henderson.

Richard “Dicky” Flye, president and CEO of Mast Family Drug Company, family, friends, staff, community leaders and supporters gathered to celebrate the store’s recent grand opening.

The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 29, 2020, at the new Mast Family Drug facility located at 418 Dabney Drive in Henderson. The Mast family, staff, community leaders and supporters helped the business celebrate its grand opening. (WIZS photo)

The multi-generational business, part of the Henderson community for 60 years, celebrated its move from its previous location at 501 S. Chestnut Street to its new location beside Quick Print on the more heavily-traveled Dabney Drive.

At 4,500 square feet, the new location is more than double the size of the old building, allowing for a bigger pharmacy area, larger storefront and a gift shop.

Founder Bill Mast, Flye’s father-in-law, was in attendance at the event. “He has always been loyal to this town,” Flye said of Mast. “We wanted to reinvest in Henderson. We wanted to stay a part of Henderson and to honor part of what he [Mast] started; we are thankful for him.”

Mast Family Drug is open 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday – Friday and 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday.

Bill Mast (center) is shown here with granddaughter Claire Flye Donahoe (left) and wife Peggy Mast (right). (WIZS photo)

VCS Superintendent Jackson, Wife Establish Education Scholarship

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-Press Release, Vance County Schools

The Vance County Public School Foundation announced a new scholarship was established in honor of Mrs. Marvel F. Jackson and Mary H. Allen, the parents of Dr. Anthony Jackson and wife, Dr. Tawannah Allen Jackson, for their life-long passion for education.

VCPSF Treasurer Danny Wright (left) and VCPSF President Col. Archie Taylor, Jr (right) are pictured with Vance County Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Jackson (center), as he presents the check to the Vance County Public School Foundation. (VCS photo)

The Allen Jackson Scholarship will be awarded annually to a deserving junior in college pursuing a degree in education. The candidate should be a Vance County Schools graduate with the intention of returning to teach in our district upon completion of their degree.

Vance County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Anthony Jackson and wife, Dr. Tawannah Allen Jackson, are funding the scholarship through the Vance County Public School Foundation. Both have a passion for education themselves, giving their time and talents to enriching those in the profession and building others considering the field of education.

They have gifted $2,000 to begin the Allen Jackson Scholarship, with a commitment of $10,000 over the next 5 years. The foundation has established a committee to develop a process for awarding the scholarship beginning in 2021.