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The Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments is asking for help from all those who live or work in the region – Vance, Granville, Warren, Franklin, Person – as it gathers information to develop a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy. The CEDS team has created an online survey that is open now through Aug. 19 which seeks […]
-information courtesy of American Red Cross Eastern North Carolina Region The excessive heat that has been reported all across the country is not to be taken lightly, and the American Red Cross urges everyone to take precautions to avoid dangerous – and sometimes deadly – situations. Pet owners are especially encouraged to keep their pets’ […]
A Granville County Sheriff’s deputy has been cleared in connection with an officer-involved shooting incident that left one man dead in February 2022. District Attorney Michael D. Waters released a 7-page report Tuesday stating that “there is no legal basis for pursuing criminal prosecution in this matter.” Sheriff’s deputies were called to a domestic disturbance […]
The Eddie J. Hicks Shelter dedication ceremony will take place next Friday, July 29 at 11 a.m. Currently known simply as Shelter #1 at Fox Pond Park, the Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Department will officially rename the shelter in honor of one of Vance County’s most memorable athletes who also has served his native Vance […]
Venture out to the Vance Regional Farmers Market and you’re likely to hear “I need some peas, enough for supper,” or “Have you got a peck of pickling cukes?” Market Manager Pat Ayscue said the farmers who bring their produce and other goods to the market each week are prepared to fill orders small or […]
A 17-year-old has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a shooting death that occurred over the weekend in Vance County. The suspect was taken into custody without incident on Monday, July 18, according to a press release from Vance Sheriff Curtis Brame. He is being held in secure custody. Saivion Best was found […]
Registration is now open for fall youth sports leagues for Warren County Parks and Recreation. Cheerleading, soccer, flag football, and tackle football are being offered, according to information from Warren County officials. Registration can be completed online at any time, and at the Warren County Parks and Recreation office Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. […]
Most drivers, whether they admit it or not, have driven at speeds higher than the posted limits. You’re late to an appointment or to pick the kids up at school or a sports practice – the excuses may vary, but the results of speeding remain the same – the increased risks of crashes, injury and […]
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce’s Business Growth and Development Division invites minority business owners and managers to a Minority Business Information Exchange on July 28, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event, co-sponsored by Rebuild Communities African-American Cultural Center, Benchmark Community Bank and the Vance-Granville Community College Small Business Center, will be held at the Rebuild […]
Maria Parham Franklin is scheduling a company-wide job fair for Thursday, July 28. Interested individuals are invited to visit between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to learn about the various positions that are available at the facility, located at 100 Hospital Drive. Representatives from several departments will be on hand to take applications, answer questions […]
