Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland 02/17/20
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Henderson’s First Biscuitville to Open on Dabney Dr. Thurs., Feb. 20
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-Press Release, Biscuitville Fresh Southern®
Biscuitville Fresh Southern®, a local family-owned restaurant widely known for its authentic, Southern cooking, will open its first Henderson restaurant on Thursday, February 20 at 5 a.m. The restaurant is located at 1537 Dabney Drive and will be open from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 6 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Sundays.
Biscuitville Fresh Southern®, a local family-owned restaurant widely known for its authentic, Southern cooking, will open its first Henderson restaurant on Thursday, February 20 at 5 a.m. The restaurant is located at 1537 Dabney Drive and will be open from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 6 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Sundays. (Photo courtesy Biscuitville Fresh Southern®)
Biscuitville guests will be able to celebrate the opening of the new location beginning at 5 a.m. until noon with a chance to win prizes from the prize wheel (while supplies last) beginning at 7 a.m. Guests also will be able to sign-up for a chance to win Free Breakfast for a Year*. Biscuitville will award Free Breakfast for a Year by randomly selecting 20 of the entries received on opening day. No purchase necessary to enter. Selected winners will be notified the following week.
As part of its opening, Biscuitville is partnering with the local Salvation Army to support those in need. Everyone who brings a non-perishable food item donation for the Salvation Army Food Pantry to the new Biscuitville on opening day will receive a coupon for a free biscuit of their choice to use on their next visit. Suggested donation items include dry pasta, pasta sauces, boxed dinner meals, canned fruits and vegetables, rice, oatmeal, grits and individual snacks of any kind.
“The Henderson community has been asking for their own Biscuitville for quite some time. We’re thrilled to be opening our very first Henderson restaurant and look forward to building long-lasting relationships in the community,” Biscuitville President Kathie Niven said. “What makes this opening particularly special is it is the hometown of Sanford Milling—our partner who supplies flour for all 61 of our restaurants.”
Tracy Meadows will serve as operator of the Henderson Biscuitville. Meadows has been a member of the Biscuitville family since 2019. Born and raised in Kittrell, NC, she earned her associate degree in business administration at Vance-Granville Community College in Henderson. She brings to Biscuitville more than 25 years of quick-service restaurant experience.
Biscuitville, which has 61 restaurants in North Carolina and Virginia, has remodeled dozens of its existing locations during the last three years as part of a growth phase and has also introduced several new, innovative menu items, such as the Spicy Chicken and Honey Biscuit.
All of Biscuitville’s new restaurants, the remodeled locations and new menu items are built on Biscuitville’s foundation of serving fresh, scratch-made food using locally sourced ingredients, including custom-milled flour from Henderson; country ham cured in Wilkesboro; coffee roasted in Concord; eggs from Monroe; all-natural chicken from Mt. Airy, Georgia; and pickles from Mt. Olive.
They are known for their biscuits made fresh every 15 minutes TM and as part of the new signature design, Biscuitville features a large biscuit window, which allows guests to view the biscuit-making process. This feature is so iconic to Biscuitville’s brand, the company proudly posts Home of the Biscuit Window Since 1966® in front of its biscuit makers. In addition to the biscuit window, other highlights of the new Henderson restaurant include:
- Exterior features resembling a reclaimed southern barn, with a tin roof, barn doors and gooseneck lights
- Interior features that combine a modern look and feel with southern heritage through industrial hardware, blue painted ceilings inspired by southern porches, and mixed materials like wood, metal and tile
- Large photos and artwork that capture scenes of the local Henderson neighborhood and community
- An enhanced beverage area with expanded drink options, including Salisbury-based Cheerwine®
- Conveniences such as free Wi-Fi and electrical access for devices
For more information about Biscuitville Fresh Southern ®, visit the company’s website at biscuitville.com.
*20 free breakfast combo coupons will be awarded.
(This is not a paid advertisement)
Kittrell Food Mart Struck by Armed Robber Twice; Suspect Charged
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-Press Release, Vance County Sheriff’s Office
On Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 9:56 p.m. the Vance County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division responded to Kittrell Food Mart, located at 1243 U.S. Highway I South in reference to an armed robbery and an assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury.
Tyric Keith (VCSO photo)
Vance County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division arrived at the scene and developed a person of interest.
After conducting interviews, Tyric Keith, age 21, became a suspect. Keith was charged with one count of Attempted Armed Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon and Assault with a Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Injury. Keith was also charged with Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon for an incident that occurred at the same location on February 1, 2020.
Keith’s bond was set at $500,000.00. His court date is February 26, 2020.
This investigation is continuing.
Reminder: Focus 20/20 Regional Economic Development Summit – Feb. 20
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-Press Release, Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments
The Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments announces Focus 20/20, a Regional Economic Development Summit to be held at the McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center in Henderson on February 20, 2020. The summit kicks off at
9:30 a.m.
Keynote speaker for the event is Doug Griffiths, author of the bestselling book, 13 Ways to Kill Your Community. Doug works with communities across the US and Canada to identify and overcome challenges that prohibit their ability to become thriving, sustainable, and desirable.
UPDATE: We are pleased to announce that NC Department of Commerce Secretary Anthony Copeland will also be making remarks at the Summit.
Other featured speakers for the Summit include:
● Dr. Michael Walden, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor and Extension Economist at North Carolina State University
● Hillary Sherman, NC Economic Development Representative, US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration
● Thom Ruhe, President & CEO, NC IDEA
● Jennifer Lantz, Executive Director, Wilson Economic Development Council
● Dr. Jenni Harris, Executive Director of Business Services, North Carolina Department of Commerce, Division of Workforce Solutions
● Dawn Michelle Tucker, Dean of Continuing Education and College & Career Readiness, Vance Granville Community College
● Dr. Pamela G. Senegal, President, Piedmont Community College
● Judy Bradsher, M.Ed., Director, CTE Programs/GEAR UP Liaison, Person County Schools
● Rhonda L. High, Customized Training Director, Halifax Community College
“This Summit is a timely and relevant event for citizens who seek to learn more about the advantages and challenges of preparing their communities for economic development success. It will provide best practices and examples that can be applied locally.” -Diane Cox, Executive Director, Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments.
Summit presentations will focus on the following:
● Setting the Stage for Economic Development in Your Community
● Advancing Entrepreneurship
● Talent Development-Best Practice Workforce Initiatives
● 13 Ways to Kill Your Community – Lessons on what really makes the difference between a prospering community and a failing one.
Triangle North Healthcare Foundation 2020 Grant Cycle is Now Open
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-Information courtesy Triangle North Healthcare Foundation
Triangle North Healthcare Foundation has announced the launch of its 2020 grant cycle, accepting applications now through May 1, 2020.
A regional healthcare grantmaking organization based in Henderson, NC, Triangle North Healthcare Foundation was established in 2011, following the merge of Maria Parham Medical Center and Duke Lifepoint.
The Foundation seeks programs and projects that will provide positive results in one or more of the five focus areas: Child Well-Being, Chronic Disease, Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders, Nutrition and Physical Activity, and Reproductive Health. Nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools are eligible to apply.
The link to the Foundation’s online grant portal is available at the website: https://www.tnhfoundation.org
The Foundation’s mission– to encourage, support, and invest in quality efforts that measurably improve health in the Triangle North area— is achieved through funding programming that focuses on improving health. The Foundation also supports programs that build capacity and develop leaders for nonprofits in the region.
Since beginning its grantmaking in 2013, the Foundation has invested over $1.8 million in over 70 programs that serve the four counties in the region: Franklin, Granville, Vance, and Warren.
According to the Foundation’s Executive Director Val Short, the Foundation Board’s hope is that through grantee organizations and the people they serve, the Board’s vision for the future of our region will be realized… “to live in a healthy community.”
“Our hope is that the Foundation’s investment of grant funds in our communities will result in long-lasting improvements in the health and wellbeing of our children and adults,” Short said.
Short and the Foundation’s Grants Coordinator Carolyn Powell are currently available to discuss ideas for grant projects or to assist with grant writing. Call 252-430-8532 to schedule an appointment. Information about current and past funded programs and projects is also available on the Foundation’s website.
Granville Board of Commissioners to Meet Mon., Feb. 17
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-Information courtesy Debra A. Weary, Clerk to the Board, Granville County
The Granville County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, February 17, 2020, at 7 p.m. at the Granville Expo and Convention Center, 4185 US Highway 15 South, Oxford.
Agenda items include:
Consent Agenda
1. Contingency Summary
2. Budget Amendment #6
3. Minutes
4. Tax Refunds and Releases
5. Register of Deeds Release as Recommended by the Register of Deeds
6. Appoint Inspectors Assigned to School Fire Inspections
Introductions, Recognitions and Presentations
7. Airport Update
Public Comments
8. Public Comments
Finance Matters
9. Audit Fiscal Year 2019 Response
Grant Matters
10. U.S. Tennis Association Grant
11. U.S. Tennis Association Southern Grant
Purchasing
12. Granville Vance Health Department Design Services
13. Granville County Law Enforcement & Detention Center/Animal Shelter Shelving, Filing and Rack Storage
14. Cellsense Plus Unit Purchase
15. Guardian RFID System Upgrade
Appointments
16. Senior Services Advisory Committee
17. Adult Home Care Community Advisory Committee
18. Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee
19. Granville County Citizens Advisory Committee for Environmental Affairs
20. Granville County Library System Board of Trustees
21. Animal Control Advisory Committee
22. Human Relations Commission
23. Digital Infrastructure Committee
24. Veterans Affairs Committee
County Manager’s Report
25. Employee Survey Results Charts
26. Board of Elections Emergency Purchase
27. Second Amendment Resolution Consideration
28. Cannady Mill Property
County Attorney’s Report
29. County Attorney’s Report
Presentations by County Board Members
30. Presentations by County Board Members
Any Other Matters
31. Any Other Matters
Closed Session
32. Closed Session as allowed by G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) – Personnel
To view Granville Co. Board of Commissioner meeting agendas and minutes, click here.
Granville School Board to Interview District 5 Candidates at Special Meeting
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-Information courtesy Granville County Public Schools
NOTICE TO PUBLIC AND PRESS
The Granville County Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, February 17, 2020, at 5 p.m. at The Mary Potter Center of Education, 200 Taylor Street, Oxford, North Carolina.
The purpose of this meeting is to interview candidates for the District 5 vacancy and to consider the additional agenda items.
To view the agenda for this meeting, please click here.
Mark Your Calendars: Granville Co. Activities Feb. 17 – March 2
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-Information courtesy Granville County Government
Mark your calendars for the following Granville County activities:
YOU’RE NEVER TOO OLD FOR YOUNG ADULT NOVELS. The Young Adult (YA) Book Club for ages 18 and up will meet at the Richard H. Thornton Library in Oxford at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 17. The featured book for discussion is “Everlife” by Gena Showalter. Limited copies of the book are available at the library and can be reserved. Contact Stefani Perry, Adult Services Librarian, at 919-693-1121 for details.
LEARN TO COMPOST with a special program offered on Feb. 19 at the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford. Teresa Baker, Granville County’s Recycling Coordinator, will be on hand to share information about the benefits of composting to your soil and to the environment. This is a free program and is offered at 1 p.m.
REGISTRATION CONTINUES for a Wildlife Damage and Management Strategies Workshop, to be held Feb. 21 at the Granville County Expo and Convention Center. This event is presented by the N.C. Cooperative Extension Service, Granville County Center, in conjunction with Franklin County, Vance County and Warren County, with presentations by the US Department of Agriculture and the NC Wildlife Resources Commission. Reserve your seat by calling 919-603-1350.
AFRICAN-AMERICAN VOTING RIGHTS HISTORY will be discussed during a program at the Richard H. Thornton Library on Feb. 24. From 6:30 until 8 p.m., Sallyann Marable Hobson will address the voting history in Granville County and Post Civil War North Carolina. Call 919-693-1121 for details.
UNDERSTANDING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE programs are being offered at the Granville County Senior Center, 107 Lanier Street in Oxford. Instructed by the Families Living Violence Free organization, the last of these informative sessions will be held on Feb. 18 from 1 until 2 p.m., with a topic of “Personal Boundaries.” This program is open to the public at no charge. Call Marilyn Howard at 919-693-1930 for details.
QUESTIONS ABOUT THE 2020 CENSUS can be answered in a Feb. 19 program provided by Census Representative Kathy Dunton. Dunton will be available at the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford at 11 a.m. for a discussion of why the Census is important, how data results are used and other pertinent information about this once-every-decade event. On March 25, Dunton will return to assist anyone needing help completing the questionnaire. Call the Senior Center at 919-693-1930 for details.
AMERICAN MAH-JONGG is a card game that derives from the ancient Chinese and is increasing in popularity. The game of skill (and luck) is being taught by Joyce Martin on Mondays through Feb. 24 at 3:15 p.m. at the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford. There is no fee to attend this class. Contact CLL Coordinator Marilyn Howard at 919-693-1930 for details. (Limit 8 players).
CRICUT WORKSHOPS are scheduled through the Granville County Library System as participants (age 18+) learn to make their own leather earrings. Sessions are being held at the Stovall Library (Feb. 19 at 2 p.m.), at the Thornton Library (Feb. 26 at 2 p.m.) and the Berea Branch (Feb. 27 at 2 p.m.) Supplies will be provided and registration is not required. Contact your nearest local library for details.
BARN QUILT PAINTING CLASSES continue through the Creative Lifelong Learning Program. A class taught by Reba McInnis is scheduled for Feb. 20 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Granville County Senior Center, 107 Lanier Street, in Oxford. Registration is required. Contact Marilyn Howard at 919-693-1930 for more details and for a fee schedule.
LOCAL QUILTERS, OR THOSE WHO WANT TO LEARN HOW, can join the Berea Library’s Quilting Club, which meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at the Berea Branch, 1211 Hwy 158. For details, call 919-693-1231.
THE ROAD TO WORLD WAR I is a course offered through the Creative Lifelong Learning Program and is offered Mondays through March 2 at the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford. The instructor is George Robinson, who provides historical information that spans from the Civil War to the firing of the first shots of “The War to End All Wars.” Call 919-693-1930 for more information.
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