Granville Co. Public Schools Celebrate Arrival of New Teachers

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-Information courtesy Dr. Stan Winborne, Public Information Officer, Granville County Public Schools

On Friday, August 17, 2018, Granville County Public Schools, elected officials, and members of the community celebrated the arrival of NEW teachers to the district.  These amazing educators from around the world joined the GCPS family to serve the students of our community.

The 2018 Teacher of the Year, Kimberly Allison (8th Grade Math GC Hawley Middle School) shared her thoughts with the new educators, “You will have great days, and you will have challenging days, but just remember the reason you are there is to make a difference in the life of a child. Go forth and be the inspiration!”

The Granville County Public Schools’ new hires for 2018 include: 1st row:  Dani Labrada, Samantha Stewart, Jorge Castaneda, Ife Wilkins, Jennifer Garbutt, Devin Holman 2nd row:  Karrie Holt, Brittany Hollowell, Shelbi Preston, Cynthia Wrenn, Roniecia Mack, Sonya Holloway, Tara Baker 3rd row:  Bethany Young, Brittany Taylor-Wright, Katrina Tunstall, Holly Navo, Abby Henry, Pooja Vittal, Carol Jon Foxx 4th row:  Sharetta Savage, Mary Breedlove, Tiffany Clawson, Morgan Forehand, Ann Peters, Brittany Perkins 5th row:  Courtney Finley, Mallory Strelecky, Emily Parham, Abby Kate Lumpkins, Xan Sibley, Annabelle Goller, Leslie Canady 6th row:  Andrew Lucas, Kevin Endres, Tivon Abney, Tyrone Fox. (Photo courtesy GCPS)

 

Oxford Public Works Committee Meeting Rescheduled for Thurs., Aug. 23

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-Information courtesy the City of Oxford website

The Public Works, Water, & Infrastructure Committee for the Oxford Board of Commissioners has been RESCHEDULED for Thursday, August 23, 2018, at 10 a.m. in the First Floor Training Room of City Hall, Oxford.

All those interested are invited to attend.

Granville County Public Schools

Granville Co. Board of Education’s Aug. Meeting to Focus on Declining Enrollment

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-Information courtesy Dr. Stan Winborne, Public Information Officer, Granville County Public Schools

The Granville County Board of Education will meet for a BOE Work Session on Monday, August 20th, 2018, at 5:30 p.m. at the Granville County Public Central Office, 101 Delacroix Street, Oxford, North Carolina.

The purpose of the meeting will be to receive information and discuss long-term planning options to address school facility needs and capacity in light of declining enrollment. The board will also meet in a Closed Session for Personnel/Attorney-Client Privilege in accordance with N.C. General Statute 143.318.11 (a)(6), 143-318.11 (a)(3), 143.318.11 (a)(5) and Section 115C-321 on this evening.

The next scheduled board meeting is Monday, September 10, 2018, at 6 p.m.

Oxford Public Works Meeting for Mon., Aug. 20 – CANCELED

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-Information courtesy Becky Whetstone, Sr. Administrative Support Specialist, City of Oxford

The Public Works, Water & Infrastructure Committee Meeting originally scheduled for Monday, August 20, 2018, at 10 a.m. has been CANCELED and will be rescheduled for a later time.

Wilson Re-Elected President of Rebuilding Hope, Inc.

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-Information courtesy Rebuilding Hope, Inc.

Randolph Wilson of Kittrell was re-elected president of Rebuilding Hope, Inc. (RHI).

Also re-elected were Bill Overby of Warrenton, secretary; and Walt Slaton of Oxford, treasurer. Overby also was elected to a second three-year term on the board of directors.

Vann Wester of Louisburg was elected vice president and to a first three-year term on the board.

Robert Burnett of Manson was elected to a first three-year term on the board, and Steve Timberlake of Oxford was elected to serve out the unexpired term of a board member who recently moved from the area.

The officers and directors took office August 14, 2018.

RHI, headquartered in Henderson, is a faith-based ministry that uses home repairs to meet physical needs and shares the love of Christ.

Randolph Wilson of Kittrell was recently re-elected president of Rebuilding Hope, Inc.

Free Lunch & Hands-On Learning at Carlee Farm Lunch & Learn Event

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— courtesy Granville County Chamber of Commerce | Ginnie Currin, Executive Director ~ 919-693-6125 ~ ginnie@granville-chamber.com

Carlee Farm, 1003 Carlee Farm Rd., Oxford, will be the site of a Chamber-sponsored Lunch & Learn event on Wednesday, August 22, 2018, from 12 – 1:30 p.m.

Learn how to make salsa from your own garden and enjoy a lunch of spring green salad, spaghetti with fresh farm sauce and veggies, yeast roll and honey bun cake.

John and Gena Stephens will provide you with this delicious lunch and give you a hands-on learning experience as part of the “Pick It, Make It, Take It” program.

Attendance is free, but reservations are required. Please RSVP to the Granville County Chamber of Commerce by calling (919) 693-6125.

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‘Alive After Five’ Set to Entertain in Gazebo Park, Butner – TOMORROW

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— courtesy Granville County Chamber of Commerce | Ginnie Currin, Executive Director ~ 919-693-6125 ~ ginnie@granville-chamber.com

The Granville County Chamber of Commerce’s “Alive After Five” event will be held tomorrow, August 16, 2018, at Gazebo Park, Central Avenue, in Butner from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

This second event in the 15th anniversary “Alive After Five” series will feature free admission, concessions and live music by The Konnection Band.

The third, and final, event of the series will be held Thursday, September 13, 2018, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the parking lot on Gilliam Street in downtown Oxford. The band Jim Quick & Coastline will be musical guests.

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City of Oxford Sponsoring Behavior & Obedience Training for Dogs & Puppies

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-Information courtesy the City of Oxford website

The Parks & Recreation Department of the City of Oxford is sponsoring a Behavior & Obedience Training for Dogs & Puppies course. Classes will meet at Hix Gym located at 313 E. Spring Street in Oxford.

Beginner Class Session 1:

Thursdays 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., September 6, 13, 20, 27

Beginner Class Session 2:

Saturdays 2 – 3 p.m., September 8, 15, 25, 29

Advanced Beginner Class Session 1:

Thursdays 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m., September 6, 13, 20, 27

Advanced Beginner Class Session 2:

Saturdays 3:15 – 4:15 p.m., September 8, 15, 25, 29

**MUST** bring a hard copy of the dog’s up-to-date vaccination record from vets office to participate.

Dogs must be vaccinated with Distemper/Parvo, Bordetella and Rabies vaccine.

Puppies must be 14 weeks old and have had at least 2 distemper/parvo vaccines.

Fee: $120 per session

Instructor Linda Tilley has been helping dogs and their owners since 1989. Meet Linda on August 25 at 10 a.m. at Hix Dog Park and ask any questions you have about the class.

Register online: oxfordnc.recdesk.com

Office Mon-Fri 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 919-603-1135

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Community Partners to Bring NC MedAssist’s Free Mobile Pharmacy to Oxford

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Press Release, NC MedAssist

NC MedAssist will hold a Mobile Free Pharmacy Event in Oxford on Friday, August 17. The event, which is in collaboration with Triangle North Healthcare Foundation, is open to any low-income individual or family needing over-the-counter medications.  The event will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Oxford Baptist Church (147 Main Street, Oxford, NC 27565). Identification is not required to participate.

“Triangle North Healthcare Foundation is pleased to partner with NC MedAssist on the Mobile Free Pharmacy event,” said Foundation Director Val Short. “The event is expected to have a huge impact on the community. Triangle North Healthcare Foundation values the work we do in our community for those who are vulnerable and don’t have access to healthcare. We hope to educate participants on the healthcare resources available in Granville and surrounding counties.”

Individuals will receive up to 8 medicine cabinet items for their family/home. Additionally, participants will receive other free healthcare services like information on NC MedAssist Free Pharmacy Program. NC MedAssist’s overall goal is to help ease the burden for those who are making the choice between buying food or purchasing medication.

The event is completely volunteer run. Serving 800 individuals in one day takes many hands to make sure the event runs smoothly and ensures that all participants are served before the door closes. NC MedAssist is partnering with Triangle North Healthcare Foundation and other safety-net organizations to recruit community members to serve in roles such as pharmacy consultation, client ‘personal shoppers’, and sorters. If you would like to volunteer, please visit www.medassist.org to sign up.

“NC MedAssist is excited to work with Triangle North Healthcare Foundation and our partners to give back to our neighbors in need,” stated CEO Lori Giang. “Through our collaboration, we are able to reach more and more individuals and educate them on our free resources.  No one should go without medicine and this program is enabling us to reach those who are unaware of our free medications.”

There are currently more than 3,000 people in Granville County that live below the Federal Poverty Level and do not qualify for insurance. Last fiscal year, NC MedAssist dispensed over $48 million in free prescription medication statewide. For more information on the Mobile Free Pharmacy and NC MedAssist, please visit www.medassist.org.

About NC MedAssist: Founded in 1997, NC MedAssist is a statewide non-profit pharmacy that provides free prescription medicines to low-income, uninsured North Carolinians. NC MedAssist offers three programs that address the needs of children and adults: the Free Pharmacy Program, the Mobile Free Pharmacy, and the Senior Care Program. NC MedAssist dispenses more than $48.5 million worth of free prescription medication to 15,000 low-income North Carolinians each year. To learn more about NC MedAssist and find out how to get involved, visit www.medassist.org, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

‘Incredible’ Movie Night Planned This Thursday in Downtown Oxford

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-Information courtesy the Oxford NC, Historic Downtown Facebook page

Downtown Oxford Movie Nights continue on Thursday, August 16, 2018, with “The Incredibles” (rated PG). The movie starts at 8:30 p.m. at Oxford City Hall Theater, 300 Williamsboro St., Oxford.

Beat the heat and leave your lawn chairs at home for this one.

For more details or updates, check out the Oxford NC, Historic Downtown Facebook page.

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