Upcoming H-V Chamber Ribbon Cutting
From Annette Roberson
The Henderson-Vance Chamber announces their continued growth in its membership, with Davis-Royster Funeral Service at 926 South Garnett Street in Henderson. This new member represents a business that is actively contributing to the success and economic activity of this region.
Davis-Royster has not only joined the Chamber but expanded and will be having their Open House on Sunday, February 21, 2016.
They have joined many other business owners and managers working with the Chamber to move the economy forward and make Henderson and Vance County a better place to work, live and play. We’re excited to have them join us, please join the Chamber in welcoming this new member.
Please be advised that we will hold a ribbon cutting on Friday, February 19th at 9:00 a.m. for Davis-Royster Funeral Service located at 926 South Garnett Street in Henderson as requested by the business. Please, let’s make every effort that we possibly can to be there to help Davis-Royster Funeral Service to celebrate their their membership with the Chamber and for the expansion of their business.
Vance County Sheriff’s Office Press Release Missing Person
Marcus Lamont Fields, age 36, of Poplar Street in Henderson was reported missing on January 2, 2016.
His body was discovered in a makeshift grave on Saturday, February 13, 2016. The site where the body was found is located in a wooded area a short distance north of the City of Henderson. An autopsy is being performed.
Five individuals have been charged in connection with the death of Fields. Chelsea J. Collier, Daniel B. Grissom, Jessica L. Lewis, and Chase Wiesner all have been charged with first degree murder and conspiracy to commit first degree murder. Shannon Collier has been charged with accessory after the fact.
This investigation is still ongoing by the Vance County Sheriff’s Office, NC State Bureau of Investigation, and the Henderson Police Department.
More arrests may be forthcoming. A clear motive is unknown at this time.
Early College Recognitions
Administrators and faculty members at the Vance County Early College High School hosted their annual “Leading the Pack” celebration for outstanding students on February 9, in the Civic Center at Vance-Granville Community College.
There were 18 students honored during the celebration as they near the end of their fourth year in the five-year program and are on target to complete their high school education and have two years of college course credits when they graduate in May of 2017.
The students honored included Christopher Blue, David Cobbs, Nealee Fisher, Sierra Hawkins, Mychell Keith, Kristen Oakes, Bali Reavis, Autumn Richardson, Alexandra Saravia, Rebecca Short, Alicia Tucker, Jacob Weaver, Angel White, Darius Williams, Hailey Williamson, Jordan Williamson, Anautica Wilson and April Zuniga-Trejo.
Upon completion of their studies at Early College, the students will receive their high school diplomas and will have college course credits to transfer to four-year colleges and universities as juniors. Some will successfully complete work to receive a two-year associates degree in a chosen field of study from Vance-Granville Community College.
Principal Michael Bullard of Early College, led the celebration. He was joined in recognizing each of the students by Dr. Anthony D. Jackson, superintendent of Vance County Schools; Dr. Stelfanie Williams, president of Vance-Granville Community College; Dr. Cindy Bennett, assistant superintendent of Student Services and Strategic Planning at Vance County Schools; and Dr. Angela Ballentine, vice president of Academic and Student Affairs at Vance-Granville Community College.
(Information supplied to WIZS by VCS press release.)
Schools
Vance County Schools on two-hour delay for Tuesday, February 16, for all students and school system employees.
Victory Christian School and Daycare will operate on a two hour delay Tuesday 2/16.
Winter Weather Closings
Updated: All campuses of Vance-Granville Community College will be closed on Monday, February 15.
Vance County Schools closed Monday, February 15, for all students and school system employees.
Granville County Public Schools closed for all students and staff for Monday, February 15.
H-V Crime Stoppers Issues $2,000 Payout
Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers Press Release
Since Crime Stoppers was created many years ago, the organization has offered payouts up to and including $2,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of criminals. Recently, information obtained by the Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers led to the arrest of an individual that was terrorizing businesses in and around Henderson via armed robbery. Several local businesses had been victimized, and other businesses and business owners were fearful for their safety. An anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers led to the arrest of the perpetrator.
Crime Stoppers has guidelines that determine the amount to pay out for each category of crime. The severity of the crime determines the amount of each payout. The payouts can range from $200 to $2,000.
Leave anonymous tips to the Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers by calling 252-492-1925.
Remember, crime does not pay, but Crime Stoppers will.