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TownTalk: Local Lore Rooted In History
Once upon a time, the tiny town of Stovall in northern Granville County wasn’t so tiny. In fact, it once claimed the honor of having one of the largest private residences in the state, second only to the famed Biltmore Estate in Asheville. “Waterloo,” as it was known, was built by James Daniel in 1840
TownTalk: Rebuilding Hope Wraps Up Another Year
There are at least 20 homes whose residents need wheelchair ramps, and Randolph Wilson of Rebuilding Hope Inc. said the lumber is in their warehouse and the tool trailers are stocked and ready to roll. There’s one thing missing, however: volunteers. People who will pull those trailers to the job site and use that lumber
TownTalk: Disc Golf At Granville Athletic Park
We see them everywhere: those flexible plastic discs that get flung through the air on beaches, college campuses and playgrounds. Toy manufacturer Wham-O was the first to call them Frisbees in the late 1950’s and since then, the flying discs have been tossed about for fun – and competitively. Local disc golf enthusiasts have a
TownTalk: Exciting Times For Vance Charter Cheerleading
Members of the Vance Charter School cheer team weren’t able to get a lot of practice time in before last weekend’s state championship competition – it was that weeklong trip to New York City to participate in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade that kept them off the practice mat. But just like their months-long fundraising
TownTalk: Aycock School Festival of Lights is This Week
Aycock Elementary’s 3rd annual Festival of Lights is almost here! The campus transforms into a glittery, shining drive-through experience sure to put folks in the holiday spirit. Whether you prefer Who-ville or Polar Express, Aycock Principal Kristen H. Boyd said there’s something magical about the lights display. “It’s a lot of work, but it’s a really
TownTalk: Sheriff Curtis Brame Sworn In; Begins Second Term
Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame officially began his second term of office today, after a swearing-in ceremony that took place at the Vance County Courthouse at 11 a.m. Monday. The oath of office was administered in the presence of retired judge Randolph Baskerville. Henderson Police Chief Marcus Barrow was one of the speakers during today’s
TownTalk: NCWorks Job Fair
The NC Works Career Center is having an end-of-year career fair on Friday, Dec. 9 at its new location, 826 S. Garnett St. More than a dozen representatives from numerous employers will be on hand to share information with individuals looking for employment. “This will be a fun and exciting event and the perfect way
TownTalk: Raleigh Ringers Coming To McGregor Hall
The Raleigh Ringers are coming to McGregor Hall this weekend for a weekend performance at McGregor Hall. Director David M. Harris and the group of musicians have performed in 39 states, Canada and Europe, delighting audiences with music throughout the year. But when Harris realized there was an opening in the schedule, he
TownTalk: Ragland Produces Christian Stage Play
Connie Ragland’s newest play is called “This Is Why We Don’t Come To Church,” and it premieres on Saturday, Dec. 10 in the Vance-Granville Community College Civic Center. The Christian stage production takes a somewhat satirical look at a serious topic – attitudes about church. Have you ever known a “pew-owner” – that person who
TownTalk: Salvation Army Kettle Drive And Music For The Holidays
Jimmy Barrier describes the upcoming performance at the local Salvation Army as a Gaither-style event. If you don’t know exactly what that means, then by all means, come out at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11 to “An Acoustical Christmas.” And if you enjoy that Gaither style of musical performance, then you already know you’re
