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UNC Executes Fourth-Quarter Comeback to Defeat Duke 38-35
— text and picture by Patrick Magoon freelance writer for WIZS
Tens of thousands of energized football fans in the vicinity of The Triangle gathered at Wallace Wade Stadium on Oct. 15 to witness the annual Duke-UNC clash. While the game remained close for much of the game, and both teams exchanged the lead multiple times, the resiliency displayed by a Drake Maye-led offense late in the fourth quarter propelled UNC to victory.
In a game of inches, UNC’s offense took advantage of multiple miscues by Duke’s offense late in the fourth quarter. A chop-block penalty eliminated a 15-yard touchdown catch by Duke receiver Jalon Calhoun. Then Duke kicker Charlie Ham missed a 45-yard field goal, and UNC’s offense took over with 2:09 on the clock.
Maye stepped up when it mattered. His 74-yard game-winning drive lasted nine plays, and it took less than two minutes to reach the end zone. The final drive yielded an 8-yard touchdown catch by wide receiver Antoine Green. Maye threw for a career-high 380 yards and rushed for 70 more.
Although UNC’s offense flourished at times, we must not discredit the work of Duke’s stout defensive front. The unit recovered two fumbles, deflected two passes, and applied continuous pressure to force Maye outside the pocket. Duke’s strong defensive effort, led by junior captain DeWayne Carter, amassed three sacks and four tackles for a loss.
Despite an unfavorable result, Duke’s offense advanced the ball efficiently. Quarterback Riley Leonard accumulated 245 yards through the air and earned an additional 130 yards with his legs. Leonard’s exciting 74-yard touchdown run in the second quarter helped to secure a Blue Devils lead at the half.
“I told our kids: I couldn’t be more proud with the way we battled,” first-year coach Mike Elko said.
UNC extended its series win streak to four to keep possession of the Victory Bell. With a win Saturday night, UNC is also the front-runner in the Coastal Division.
Oyster Roast Fundraiser For Parker’s Peace Pool
Parker’s Peace Pool is having an Oyster Roast on Saturday, Oct. 22 to raise funds to support the 62-year-old community pool.
Tickets for dinner are $50 each and the menu consists of steamed oysters, pork barbecue, fried catfish and steamed shrimp, with side fixin’s of baked beans, slaw and hushpuppies. Tea and water will be provided as well.
The fundraiser will be held at 184 Henry Ayscue Rd., and the gates open at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and the event will conclude with announcement of raffle prize winners.
For tickets, contact parkerpeacepool@gmail.com. Or call 438-3601.
Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Pecans
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Tune In Monday At 11 AM For Interviews With Vance Sheriff Candidates
Tune in to WIZS Monday morning for special programming that will feature the two candidates vying for the office of Vance County Sheriff in the upcoming Nov. 8 elections.
Interviews with Incumbent Curtis Brame and challenger Patrick Bailey will be aired beginning at 11 a.m., the regular TownTalk slot.
The candidates will be interviewed separately and then the recorded 23-minute segments will air.
Both candidates have appeared on previous TownTalk segments as part of the station’s commitment to continuing election coverage. Bailey has worked with the Henderson Police Department and said as sheriff he would work to address the drug issue in the community and make sure that deputies receive additional training to combat the problem.
He also has said the county jail is antiquated and outdated and needs attention, a point that Sheriff Brame agrees with.
Brame is seeking a second term as sheriff and said, in addition to the conditions at the county jail, priorities include the opioid epidemic and gun violence. But he also has advocated for better pay to attract and retain employees, who often leave for higher-paying jobs in nearby counties.
Early voting beings Oct. 20.
Warren Cooperative Extension Hosting Forestry Field Day Nov. 18
A free workshop is being offered next month in Warren County to help owners of woodland property learn about programs to help them manage their investments.
The Forestry Field Day will be held on Friday, Nov. 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Buck Springs Park, located at 217 Nathaniel Macon Dr., Littleton.
Warren County Cooperative Extension Agent Matthew Place said there will be indoor and outdoor instruction and participants will get updates on everything from forest pests and tax issues to timber valuation, cost share programs and managing beaver damage.
Lunch will be provided for all who register.
Contact Matthew Place at 252.257.3640 or email at mbplace@ncsu.edu
To register, visit https://go.ncsu.edu/warrenforestry2022.
VCS Names New Principal For Vance County High School
-information courtesy of Vance County Schools
Vance County Schools announced Thursday that Nealie Whitt III has been named the new principal of Vance County High School.
Whitt takes the reins from Rey Horner, who was selected to fill the role of executive director of student services for the school district. He becomes the school’s second principal and is scheduled to begin his new job on Nov. 28.
“As I enter into this new journey, I am excited to be a part of Vance County High School,” Whitt said. “As principal, it is my duty to continue to build a supportive and collaborative school community while maintaining the spirit of our district of Vance County. As a school community, we will build on the traditions of the past and meet the challenges of the future in innovative and exciting ways.”
Whitt has 12 years of teaching experience. He began as a physical education teacher and was a finalist for the Wells Fargo Principal of the Year in 2022 for the state of North Carolina, as well as a Top 10 North Carolina Principal of the Year finalist in 2021. He has served in leadership roles in public and charter schools.
He earned a bachelor’s degree in physical education and health, with an emphasis in secondary education from N.C. Central University. He holds a master’s degree and currently is enrolled in a doctoral program of education in educational administration.
Superintendent Dr. Cindy Bennett welcomed Whitt to Vance County. “Vance County Schools is excited to welcome our new Viper principal,” Bennett said, adding that he brings leadership experience and knowledge of the county to his new role.
“He expresses a great desire to build strong students and support staff in a manner that will ensure our graduates are prepared. I am grateful for the work of Mr. Horner and look forward to the next chapter,” Bennett said.
UNC vs Duke Football – Listen Here
— written by Patrick Magoon freelance writer for WIZS
Almost 134 years ago, a North Carolina-based higher education rivalry was born. The deep-rooted rivalry, located in the vicinity of the Research Triangle, includes The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) and Duke University. Both esteemed institutions are working towards advancing their football programs to the next level.
The Victory Bell: A Yearly Tradition
The two football teams met for the first time on November 27, 1888. Since 1922, the Tar Heels have clashed with rival Duke yearly. Each year, the teams compete for the Victory Bell, a trophy awarded to the winner of the annual Duke-UNC game. The Tar Heels received the first-ever Victory Bell in 1948 after a shutout victory in Chapel Hill.
The trophy, deriving from an idea introduced by cheerleaders Loring Jones of Duke and Norman Spear of UNC, fuels the growing intensity of this fierce rivalry. When the Tar Heels possess the Victory Bell, before kickoff, the cheerleaders and Rameses, the team’s mascot, wheel out the bell while simultaneously ringing it. Then the bell is placed in front of the students’ section for display. In the past, the winning team customized the base of the bell to include their school colors.
A Photo That UNC Fans Will Never Forget
In 1989, former Duke head coach Steve Spurrier, in his last game at Kenan Stadium, led his team to a stunning 41-0 victory in Chapel Hill. Immediately after the game, Spurrier celebrated the monumental ACC win by posing with his players near the scoreboard, an image that UNC fans and some former employees will never forget. To this day, Spurrier keeps a copy of the photo in his office.
Now, roughly 33 years after that photo was released by Duke, the scoreboard at both institutions is immediately shut off when the game clock hits zero.
A Head-to-Head Duke-UNC Comparison
Since 1948, The Tar Heels lead the series 46-25-1. The Tar Heels’ longest win streak of 13 games occurred from 1990 to 2002. In comparison, Duke’s series-high seven-game win streak lasted from 1950 to 1956. Considering Duke won just seven games over 35 years from 1959 to 1984, the rivalry briefly lost some of its appeal. However, a recent coaching change at Duke facilitated new energy and philosophy that reenergized both fanbases.
As of October 9, 2022, The Tar Heels’ top-performing offensive assets through six games include wide receiver Josh Downs and running back Omarion Hampton. The assets have amassed 643 yards and 12 touchdowns. Duke’s best offensive performers, including wide receiver Jalon Calhoun and running back Jaylen Coleman, have accumulated 692 yards and six touchdowns.
Vance County’s Car Show
Ten blocks in downtown Henderson transformed – A gigantic combination parking lot and entertainment zone for car enthusiasts – The Show, Shine, Shag & Dine!
20th annual event – Vance County Tourism Director Pam Hester and a team of volunteers making it happen.
Race cars – Volunteer Danny Stanton said he is very pleased to be able to help with this aspect of the car show. “I’ve been a drag racer, a car guy, pretty much my whole life,” Stanton said. “We want to get the drag cars back involved,” he said.
No matter what type of car you prefer – Something for everyone at this year’s even – Free admission to the public – Folks strolling along Garnett Street and beyond to see everything from classic cars to drag racers to Corbitt trucks.
Corbitt Preservation Association – Vehicles on display located near the Corbitt Museum, which will be open on Saturday for visitors. The winner of the raffle prizes also will be announced during the car show awards.
Jeep Jam – Downtown retailer Gear & Beer – For all Jeep enthusiasts who want to drive their Jeeps in to the parking lot at the United Way office on South Garnett Street – Jeeps of any type welcome.
Kerr-Tar Reentry Roundtable Shares Resources For Justice-Involved
The Kerr-Tar Reentry Roundtable is hosting a regional reentry resource fair for justice-involved individuals on Wednesday, Oct.19, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Warren County Armory and Civic Center.
This event is sponsored by the Kerr-Tar Workforce Development Board, NC Works, New Start, and Warren County Community and Economic Development.
Regional organizations will be present and conducting outreach and education about their services, including resources on criminal record expungement, housing, transportation, food assistance, financial literary, mental and behavioral health and more.
The event is free to attend and open to all in the Kerr-Tar region of Warren, Vance, Franklin, Granville and Person counties. Justice-involved individuals may include those that have been formerly incarcerated and those involved with the court system, as well as their family members and friends.
All are encouraged to come out to learn more about the resources available in this region.
For more information, contact Sharon Thomas at 252.436.2040 or visit www.kerrtarworks.com.