Entries by Laura Gabel

Memorial Day Event To Honor Fallen Heroes In Service To Their Country

The Memorial Day holiday is a welcome day off for many, shortening the week by a day for many workers and schoolchildren. On this Memorial Day, May 31, Kindred Hospice in Oxford is offering a way for area residents to honor those whose lives have been lost in service to their country. The public is […]

VCS Administrator Receives Leadership Award From Superintendents’ Association, School Leadership Alliance

A Vance County Schools official has received a prestigious award from the North Carolina School Superintendents’ Association (NCSSA) and the North Carolina Alliance for School Leadership Development (NCASLD). Dr. Letisha Judd-Manning, director of elementary education and professional development for Vance County Schools, is the winner of the Dr. Samuel Houston Leadership Award for the Aspiring […]

GCPS Considers School Closings at May 17 Work Session

The fate of a couple of school campuses may become clearer during a work session of the Granville County Board of Education next week. The work session will be held Monday, May 17 at 4:30 p.m. at the Mary Potter Center of Education. The purpose of the meeting is to hear a first draft of […]

GAP Phase III Complete; 11 More Acres For Tennis, Volleyball, Other Activities

Granville Athletic Park’s Phase III is finished and now open to the public, adding tennis courts, open green space, sand volleyball pits and more to the GAP’s existing ball fields, walking trails and splash park. “We are extremely excited about this expansion,” said Granville County Board of Commissioners Chair Sue Hinman. “As we are able […]

“Quittin’ Time” On Thursday Afternoons in Downtown Oxford

Looking for something a little different to do after work on Thursdays in May and June? Check out Oxford’s “Quittin’ Time” from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. It’s a time to wind down, stroll through downtown and sample small-plate fare and libations from a variety of restaurants. Participating downtown establishments are Uptown 101, Milano’s, Oasis, […]

HVRPD Has Openings for Summer Camp Counselors – Apply Now!

The Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Department has job openings for a seasonal, part-time camp counselor and junior counselor and applications are being accepted now. The counselors are needed between mid-June through mid-August. The summer programs will be at Aycock Recreation Center, with walking field trips to Fox Pond Park. Applications are at http://ci.henderson.nc.us. The position […]

Vance United Way Grant Proposals Due By June 11

The United Way of Vance County grant application process for 2021 is now open. Local non-profit agencies that seek to provide assistance to disadvantaged citizens in Vance and Warren counties in the areas of basic needs, health and education are invited to submit applications, according to United Way board member Desiree Brooks. The application deadline […]

Oxford Preparatory School Inducts 12 Into Order of the Griffins

Oxford Preparatory School inducted 12 new members into its Order of the Griffins society on Monday, May 10. Membership is based on a student’s academic performance and their demonstration of meeting the school’s mission of commitment to service, appreciation of the arts and call to leadership, according to Upper School Director Victoria Bradsher. Rising 7th […]

TownTalk 5-11-21; KARTS Provides Key Service To Rural Residents

Irene Johnson, executive director of KARTS discusses the transportation services offered by the agency, the effects of Covid-19 and the need for drivers. Johnson stressed Kerr Area Rural Transportation Authority operates with a “safety first” approach to everything. For Broadcast Audio Click Play. Written story below. WIZS Radio · TownTalk 5-11-21 Irene Johnson, KARTS   […]