News 02/11/20
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City of Henderson Reports Nearly 300,000 Gallons of Bypassed Wastewater
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-Press Release, City of Henderson
NOTICE OF BYPASS OF UNTREATED WASTEWATER
The City of Henderson’s Sewer Collection System bypassed approximately 299,350 gallons of untreated water on February 6, 2020, and February 7, 2020, due to heavy rain. The areas that ran over were Red Bud outfall, Alexander Ave., Beckford Dr. outfall, Neatherly St., Pinkston St., Farrar Ave., and Willow Ln.
North Carolina General Statutes Article 21 Chapter 143.215.1c requires a press release for all bypasses of 1,000 gallons or more that enter surface waters.
Questions concerning this matter should be directed to the Public Services ORC Joey Long, Jr. at 252-226-4492 or Andy Perkinson at 252-431-6117.
McGregor Celebrates Valentine’s Day, Music & Black History Month This Feb.
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-Information courtesy McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center
Don’t miss these special events at McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center in downtown Henderson this February:
ABBAMANIA: An ABBA Tribute!
- Friday, February 14, 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at McGregor with a night of ABBA!
Come enjoy a rock musical which takes you back to the disco era with one of the best pop bands in history – ABBA. “ABBAMANIA” features nine incredible musicians and singers performing 21 of ABBA’s hit, with all the costume changes, choreography, live band, backup singers, and the big studio sound.
The New Century Saxophone Quartet
- Sunday, February 16, 2 p.m.
Part of the 2020 Classical and Chamber Performance Series!
Internationally acclaimed, New Century Saxophone Quartet has performed in Carnegie Hall, the Villa Schoenberg in Zurich, and the Academy for the Performing Arts in Hong Kong. They have appeared on television and radio across the United States and offered two command performances for President Clinton in the White House. The Quartet features Henderson’s own, Michael Stephenson.
ONE NOBLE JOURNEY: A Black History Month Tribute
- Tuesday, February 18, 7:30 p.m.
ONE NOBLE JOURNEY is a moving play telling the story of Henry “Box” Brown, an African American born into slavery in Louisa, Virginia. Henry devised an ingenious escape plan — sealing himself in a wooden box for shipment to friends and freedom in Philadelphia.
Tickets for these events may be purchased by:
DROP-IN: 201 Breckenridge Street, Henderson, N.C. Monday – Friday 1:30 – 5:30 p.m
CALL: (252) 598-0662 (M-F 1:30 – 5:30 p.m.)
CLICK HERE: www.McGregorHall.org (Use the eTix official site, online fees apply)
(This is not a paid advertisement)
Kittrell Comm. Watch to Hear From Sheriff’s Office on Church Shootings, Safety
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-Information courtesy K. Edward Woodlief, President, Kittrell Community Watch
The Kittrell Community Watch will meet Thursday, February 20, 2020, at 7 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Union Chapel United Methodist Church, 6535 US #1 Business S. Kittrell, NC.
The guest speaker will be Capt. John Shelton, Vance County Sheriff’s Office. His topic will be church security and will touch on church policy and lessons learned from recent “church shootings” across the country. He will offer insight on how to protect yourself and others should you be faced with a similar situation.
Light refreshments will be served. All are invited to attend, even if you live outside of Kittrell.
Town Talk 02/10/20
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Lewis St. Development, OPS Annexation Topics of Feb. Commissioners’ Meeting
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-Information courtesy Cynthia Bowen, City Clerk, City of Oxford
The City of Oxford Board of Commissioners will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at 7 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, City Hall in Oxford.
Agenda items include:
Public Hearing – Joint public hearing with the Planning Board to hear citizen input regarding approval for a 58 +/ – Planned Unit Development on Lewis Street (adjacent to the solar farm).
Consider approving the PUD (Planned Unit Development) with conditions for the 58+/–acre project located off of Lewis Street and adjacent to the solar farm.
Consider Accepting Certificate of Sufficiency for Petition of Voluntary, Non-Contiguous, Annexation by Oxford Preparatory School, and calling for a public hearing to be held at the March 10 regular board meeting.
Accept funds 0f $12,000 provided to the City of Oxford by Downtown Oxford Economic Development Corporation.
Consider approving the renewal of the Governmental Attachment Agreement with Duke Energy Progress.
Consider supporting the Oxford Historic Preservation Commission in applying for grant funds in completing the National Register update project.
Consider calling for a public hearing to be held at the March 10 meeting for a revision to the subdivision ordinance regarding the installation of sidewalks and curbing under Section.71.2 (a).
Consider appointing David Quinn to the Historic Preservation Commission.
Consider appointing Michael Delionback to the Historic Preservation Commission.
Consider approving Change Order #2 for Phoenix Fabricators & Erectors, LLC, for the Water Tank and Associate Water Mains Project.
Consider authorizing the City Manager to sign the Task Order for Infrastructure Design Assistance.
Consider authorizing the City Manager to sign the contract with TriMat for 2017 USDA Water & Sewer Project Construction Testing.
Consider authorizing submittal of an application to USDA for a grant/loan for Contract 2 engineering, construction, and administrative expenses and that the City Manager and/or Mayor, as needed, be authorized to sign all loan application documents.
Consider approving and authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order #1 for H.G. Reynolds Company, Inc. for the 2017 USDA Water and Sewer Improvements Project.
Consider authorizing the City Manager to sign a Task Order for Sewer System Modeling.
Please click here for the full meeting agenda.
FCSO: Rodgers, Kittrell Resident, Arrested on Rape Charge
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-Information courtesy Franklin County Sheriff’s Office
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division issued a warrant for arrest on Terell Fredrick Rodgers, Franklin County resident, on Friday, January 31, 2020. Charges consisted of the following: (1) count Felony Second Degree Forcible Rape and (1) count Misdemeanor Sexual Battery.
Terell Fredrick Rodgers (FCSO photo)
On Tuesday, February 4, 2020, Terell Fredrick Rodgers was arrested and served on the above-listed charges by Louisburg Police Department.
Terell Fredrick Rodgers was given a $100,000.00 secure bond and is currently being held in the Franklin County Detention Center.
Terell Fredrick Rodgers
32 Hedge Way
Kittrell, NC 27544
DOB: 02/01/1993
Missing Person Update: Gentlemen is safe and home
Update: Pleased to report gentlemen is safe and home
-Press Release, Vance County Sheriff’s Office
On Monday, February 10, 2020, at 6:13 a.m., the Vance County Sheriff’s Office responded to 724 North Chavis Road, Kittrell, NC in reference to a missing person. Once at the scene, deputies made contact with family members that stated Dennis Wayne Dickerson II, age 41, was last seen Saturday at 10:30 p.m. when Dickerson went to bed.
Dickerson was wearing a blue Columbia fleece with dark grey sweat pants or blue jeans. Information received from the family advised that Dickerson is a large man, about 5’9″, 260 pounds with limited walking ability.
The Vance County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information on Dickerson’s whereabouts. If you see Dickerson, please contact the Vance County Sheriff’s Office at 252–738–2200.
This investigation is continuing.
Dennis Wayne Dickerson II (VCSO photo)
News 02/10/20
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Vance County Schools Recognized Nationally
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-Press Release, Vance County Schools
Vance County Schools was recently recognized at the National Convention for Digital Convergence (NCDC) for its success in the Modern Teacher Digital Convergences Framework. The mission of Modern Teacher is to empower educational leaders to make learning relevant for all students and teachers by creating a blended school with the learner at the center.
Pictured left to right: Dr. Cindy Bennett, Assistant Superintendent, Aarika Sandlin, Public Information Officer and Michelle Burton, Chief Human Resources Officer. Also in attendance but not pictured was Dr. Trixie Brooks, Assistant Superintendent. (VCS photo)
Vance County has progressed to Stage 3 in the process, one of only 23 districts in the nation recognized. Dr. Cindy Bennett, Vance County Schools Assistant Superintendent, also served on a panel for Digital Convergence during the conference, sharing her expertise in the process with districts from around the country.
The digital framework focuses on the drivers of Leadership, Instructional Models, Modern Curriculum, Digital Ecosystems, Professional Learning and Community. AASA, the School Superintendents Association, has recognized the Modern Teacher Digital Convergence Framework as the nation’s premier methodology for transitioning traditional classrooms to modern learning environments at scale.
Dr. Cindy Bennett shared that “this work has provided the district with a clear process for analyzing the current reality, identifying successes and opportunities for growth, and designing a pathway of personalization of the teaching and learning process.”
Vance County Schools is proud to be part of the Modern Teacher network and excited about the journey ahead, as we work to reach the next stage.