Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland 10-13-20 – Hornets
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Local Noon News 10/13/20
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Antavian Cornelius Yancey, Wanted for Murder of Vance Co. Woman, Located and Arrested
Henderson-Vance Downtown Development & HPD to Sponsor Downtown ‘Trunk-or-Treat’ Event
Henderson Men’s Shelter Will Open for 2020-2021 Season on Nov. 1
Early Voting Begins This Week – Thurs. Oct. 15
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Vance Co. Board of Education Votes to Remain in Plan C
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-Information courtesy Vance County Schools
On July 17, 2020, the Vance County Board of Education voted to begin the 2020-2021 school year in Plan C, fully remote learning.
It was decided that the Board would revisit the decision at the end of the first nine-weeks to determine the next steps for the district. That decision came on Monday, October 12, 2020, as the Board voted 5 – 2 to remain in Plan C for the remainder of the first semester.
The next Board of Education meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 9, 2020, at 6 p.m.
To stay updated on VCS decisions and announcements, please visit the District’s website or Facebook page.
Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill Scheduled for Oct. 15
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-Press Release, North Carolina Department of Public Safety
The Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill is a worldwide earthquake safety movement involving 17.1 million people throughout 2020 (and counting). Most participate in ShakeOut by registering to practice “Drop, Cover, and Hold On,” and many do much more.
Please visit https://www.shakeout.org/
The drill can be completed together in-person or at home via videoconferencing. Once registered you will:
- Learn how your organization, school, agency, business or family can be more prepared for earthquakes.
- Be counted in the world’s largest earthquake drill.
- Receive ShakeOut news and other information about earthquakes and preparedness.
- Make a difference by motivating others to participate and be prepared.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, participants are adapting their ShakeOut activities through videoconferencing, choosing staggered or alternative dates, and following local health and safety guidelines (see ShakeOut.org/covid19).
From Brian Short, director of Henderson-Vance County Emergency Operations:
There are three levels of participation in International ShakeOut Day. Level 1 is basic level participation, and that is the level in which the local area will be participating.
NC is subject to earthquakes. Earthquakes do, in fact, occur more frequently than most people realize. It is important for us all to know what to do in the event one should occur in our area.
Unlike the statewide tornado exercise, there will not be any sort of announcement made via radio, TV or otherwise. It is up to each agency or individual to initiate their own participation at the appropriate time.
Rowland St. Gunshot Victim Identified
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-Press Release, Henderson Police Department
On Sunday, October 11, 2020, at approximately 8:20 p.m., officers of the Henderson Police Department were dispatched to 406 Rowland Street to investigate a shooting.
When they arrived, they located William Glen Nicholson Jr., (44) of 111 Walker Ln. Warrenton, NC, suffering from a gunshot wound. William Nicholson Jr. had succumbed to his injuries prior to officers’ arrival.
The location of the incident is the home of Kadashia Perry (26), Nicholson’s wife, where she and several other relatives reside.
This investigation is still being deemed a domestic-related incident and remains open for further investigation and evidence review.
Reminder: Early Voting Starts Thursday, October 15
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-Information courtesy Vance County Board of Elections
Early voting begins Thursday, October 15 and ends Saturday, October 31, 2020.
In Vance County, early voting will be held at the Henderson Operation Center (900 S Beckford Dr., Henderson) and Aycock Recreation Complex (307 Carey Chapel Rd., Henderson). There will be no early voting at the Board of Elections Office due to COVID restrictions.
You must have “proof of residence;” however, no photo ID is required for this election.
The last regular day to register to vote in the November General Election was Friday, October 9, 2020. If you missed that deadline, you can register and vote at the early voting sites.
One-Stop Early Voting Schedule for the November 3, 2020 General Election
Locations: Aycock Recreation Complex and Henderson Operation Center
- Thursday, October 15, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, October 16, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 17, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Sunday, October 18, 2020 – CLOSED
- Monday, October 19, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 20, 2020 – 8 a.m, to 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 21, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, October 22, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, October 23, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 24, 2020 – 1 to 6 p.m.
- Sunday, October 25, 2020 – 1 to 6 p.m.
- Monday, October 26, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 27, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 28, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, October 29, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, October 30, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 31, 2020 – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
If you are not sure if you are registered to vote, please call the Vance County Board of Elections at (252) 492-3730 to verify your status.
Both Carolinas Win; UNC Football and Panthers Recap
The Monday edition of WIZS SportsTalk and Coach’s Corner with Trey Snide celebrated the weekend’s victories of both Carolinas, being UNC Football and the Carolina Panthers.
Mike Davis for the Panthers had combined scrimmage yards of 149 and a receiving touchdown. Davis is averaging 83 yards on the ground since becoming the starter for the injured Christian McCaffrey. With the win, the Panthers moved into a tied for first place in the NFC South. The Teddy Bridgewater led offense and pair of wide receivers in Ryan Anderson and DJ Moore have the Panther offense moving up in the Power Rankings.
As for the Tar Heels, UNC has moved up to number five in the AP Top 25 poll, the best since 2015 when they were 14th in the country. This past Saturday was a record-setting day for the UNC offense, let by the two-headed running back committee of Michael Carter and Javonte Williams. Up next for the Tar Heels is Florida State.
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Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland 10-12-20 – Gardeners Soil Test
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Town Talk 10/12/20: Infinite Possibilities, Vance Co. DSS Assist Domestic Violence Victims
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Erin Carter, domestic violence and sexual assault victim’s advocate with Infinite Possibilities, Inc., and Cassandra Hart, program integrity/child care supervisor with the Vance County Department of Social Services, appeared on WIZS Town Talk Monday at 11 a.m.
Infinite Possibilities, Inc.
In a continuation of WIZS’ coverage of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Carter spoke on Infinite Possibilities’ mission of “providing comprehensive, confidential support regardless of age, race, disability, gender, identity, sexual and/or religious orientation, immigration status or national origin” to those in abusive situations.
The community-based non-profit organization provides support with intimate partner violence, crisis intervention, danger assessments, safety planning, and assistance in finding shelter. Trained advocates are available 24/7.
Carter said services are still being provided during the COVID-19 pandemic in as safe a manner as possible. “Although it is a pandemic and we are at home, or we are staying safe, this information is vital. It’s not just vital in the month of October, it’s vital all the time because this is a continuous problem that we have to address.”
To help spread the message and keep people connected during the pandemic, Infinite Possibilities will host a Domestic Violence 101 & Healthy Relationships online Zoom session on Wednesday, October 14, 2020, from 2 until 3 p.m. To gain access to the session, please email Carter at ehill@infinitepossibilitiesinc.com.
For additional information on the session and to stay up-to-date on Infinite Possibilities, please visit the organization’s Facebook page (click here).
In Henderson, the Infinite Possibilities office is located at 314 S. Garnett St. Assistance is also available by phone at (252) 431-1926 during regular office hours: Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
A 24/7 hotline, with services available in English and Spanish, is available by calling (252) 425-2492.
Vance County Department of Social Services (VCDSS)
Addressing the financial assistance side of domestic violence situations, Hart explained the services that the VCDSS, in partnership with Infinite Possibilities and Safe Space, Inc., can provide to victims.
Hart said the following are available to a client and their children if agreed that the assistance will promote safety and economic stability and falls under Work First/TANF guidelines.
Transportation: reasonable, actual transportation costs can include, but are not limited to, bus passes, cabs, auto repairs, auto payments and car insurance as approved by the local department of social services and the domestic violence agency as allowed. The client should express an inability to pay but does not have to be facing repossession of a vehicle. If the client has another operative vehicle, assistance may not be approved.
Housing: housing assistance includes rent, utilities (including past bills), deposits, moving truck rental, storage fees, and other relocation costs. Reasonable, actual cost for these services approved by VCDSS and the domestic violence agency as allowed.
Attorney Fees: the fees can be used for any civil action that will enable a victim to be safe and/or economically independent.
Childcare, summer camp, etc.
Temporary/emergency lodging (such as a hotel)
For additional coverage on domestic violence awareness, please join WIZS live at 1450AM, 100.1 FM or online at www.wizs.com at 11 a.m. to hear discussions with the following scheduled guests:
Monday, October 19 – Families Living Violence Free
Thursday, October 22 – Debbie Scott with the Vance County Sheriff’s Office
To hear the interview in its entirety, go to WIZS.com and click on Town Talk.
Yancey, Wanted for July Murder of Vance Co. Woman, Located, Arrested
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-Press Release, Vance County Sheriff’s Office
On Saturday, October 10, 2020, the Roanoke Rapids Police Department received a tip regarding the whereabouts of Antavian Cornelius Yancey (age 34) in their city. Acting on the tip, the Roanoke Rapids Police Department arrested Yancey at an address inside the city.
Yancey was taken to the Halifax County Detention Center where he was detained until Vance County Sheriff’s Office Deputies arrived and took Yancey into custody and transported him back to the Vance County Sheriff’s Office.
On Saturday, October 10, 2020, Antavian Cornelius Yancey (age 34) was arrested and charged with the 1st Degree Murder of Charisma P. Robinson and Burning of Personal Property. (VCSO photo)
Upon Yancey arriving at the Vance County Sheriff’s Office, he was charged with the 1st Degree Murder of Charisma P. Robinson and Burning of Personal Property.
Yancey is being held in the Vance County Detention Center without bond. Yancey is scheduled to appear in Vance County District Court on November 9, 2020. This investigation is continuing.
Previous VCSO Press Release on Antavian Cornelius Yancey:
On Thursday, July 16, 2020, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division received a call in reference to smoke in a wooded area. Upon the arrival of deputies and the Vance County Fire Department on the scene, a vehicle was fully engulfed.
Members of the Vance County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division responded to investigate the vehicle fire along with North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation’s Arson Unit.
On July 17, 2020, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division received a phone call from Burlington Police Department reference to Burlington Police Department locating the body of a black female that was believed to be from Henderson, North Carolina. The female was identified as Charisma Robinson, age 35.
Investigators began to investigate these incidents and developed that the two cases were connected. Participating agencies from the Vance County Sheriff’s Office, Henderson Police Department, Burlington Police Department and North Carolina State Bureau of investigation began a collaborative effort to solve the murder of Charisma Robinson.
Through the investigation, a person of interest was developed and later identified as a subject/suspect in this matter.
On July 24, 2020, a warrant for Murder and Burning of Personnel Property was issued for Antavian Cornelius Yancey (B/M/Age 34), regarding the death of Charisma Robinson.
Yancey is believed to be armed and dangerous.