Paid Assistance Needed for 2020 US Census

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-Information courtesy the US Census Bureau

In preparation for next years Census, the Census Bureau is now offering jobs this spring and summer entailing verification of maps. The individual will be given a digital device with maps near their home. The individual would then survey the area and make the necessary changes to the maps.

In return, the Census will reimburse the individual at the rate of $.58/mile driven and for Franklin & Vance counties $17.50/hr., Warren County, $16.00/hr., and Halifax County, $13.50/hr.

Hours are flexible and up to the individual who sets their own schedule. Apply online at www.2020census.gov/jobs.

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Eaves Auction to Hold Relay for Life Fundraiser

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-Information courtesy Jeanette Brummitt

A Relay for Life Auction will be held at Eaves Auction, 8521 NC-39 in Henderson on Saturday, March 16, 2019, beginning at 5 p.m.

All funds raised at the auction will go towards the American Cancer Society – Vance County Relay for Life. Anyone wishing to donate items to the auction may contact Jeanette Brummitt at (252) 226-6085 or Angela Matthews at (252) 204-2976.

“Please know that without your support, we simply cannot meet our goal. These much-needed funds are used in furthering cancer drug research and cures. Without it, more lives will be lost.”

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Oxford Board of Commissioners to Hold Goal-Setting Retreat

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-Information courtesy Cynthia Bowen, City Clerk, City of Oxford

The Oxford Board of Commissioners will be attending a two-day goal-setting retreat on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2, 2019, at Vino Oasi in Stem, NC.

Commissioners will meet with City Staff to discuss operational issues and priorities for 2019 during this time. Agenda items include:

March 1

8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Breakfast

9:15 – 9:30 a.m. Welcome/Overview/Review of Retreat Agenda

9:30 – 10:00 a.m. Expressions of Expectations of Retreat by Mayor and Commissioners

10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Review/Status Report of Prior Year Priorities

10:30 – 10:45 a.m. Break

10:45 – 12:30 p.m. Departmental Reports

12:30 – 1:15 p.m. Lunch

1:15 – 2:15 p.m. Angela Allen, Granville County TDA & Corey Hughes, Hughes Marketing Research

2:15 – 2:30 p.m. Break

2:30 – 5:00 p.m. Departmental Reports

5:00 p.m. Recess

March 2

9:00 – 9:30 a.m. Reconvene Retreat & Breakfast

9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Board Review of Core Priorities & Annual Strategic Visioning

10:30 – 10:45 a.m. Break

10:45 – 12:00 Continuation of Board Review of Core Priorities & Annual Strategic Visioning

12:00 – 12:30 p.m. Wrap Up

12:30 p.m. Adjournment

St. Paul’s Lutheran to Hold Indoor Yard & Bake Sale This Sat.

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St. Paul’s Lutheran Church located at 114 Poplar Mount Road in Norlina will be having a gigantic indoor yard and bake sale on Saturday, March 2, 2019, from 7 a.m. until noon.

There will be clothes, cookbooks, and lots of miscellaneous items. Bake sale items will feature a number of yeast breads and rolls, cookies and pies.

Profits from the sale will be used to help fund a mission trip to a remote village in Alaska.

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Chamber Launches Search for New President

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-Press Release, Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce

The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce is launching a search for a new president to lead the organization, which serves businesses in the greater Quad-County region.

“We are excited about the opportunity this search represents. We have a chamber staff that does a tremendous amount to provide value to our membership and to connect businesses with each other and the greater community,” said Nancy Wykle, chamber board chairwoman. “The person who fills this leadership role has a tremendous asset in the staff, and will offer new ways to better serve our members.”

The chamber plans to appoint an interim president as it conducts its search.

Former Chamber President John Barnes resigned from the organization Feb. 19 with plans to pursue other opportunities.

“We appreciate John’s years of service in leading the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce, and wish him well in the next chapter,” Wykle said. “We see this time of transition as an opportunity to re-examine how we serve our members and the community.”

The chamber board is actively engaged in the process of naming an interim president and will be providing any support the staff needs to ensure that all member services will continue without interruption.

Vance County High School

Vance Co. High School to Operate on Early Start Calendar for 2019-2020

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-Information courtesy the Vance County School’s Facebook page

With the Vance County Board of Education’s earlier approval of a restart plan for Vance County High School, the school will operate on an early start calendar for the 2019-2020 school year.

VCHS will follow the same calendar as Early College High for the upcoming school year with classes beginning in early August.

School system officials are seeking input now from parents, students and employees on the proposed calendar for both schools, which has Monday, August 5, as the first day of classes. The proposed calendar also stipulates that first semester exams will occur prior to the Christmas break. The last day of classes in the proposed calendar is Thursday, May 21.

The Board of Education is expected to review and approve the proposed calendar, as well as calendars for all traditional schools and E.M. Rollins Elementary, at its March 11 meeting.

Gospel Music Group The McKameys to Perform at McGregor Hall

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-Information courtesy McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center

Part of  McGregor Hall’s JOY! Series

The McKameys will be performing at the McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center in downtown Henderson on Friday, March 22, 2019, at 7 p.m.

The McKameys have been singing the gospel for almost four decades at the Grand Ole Opry (Nashville, TN), and although the composition of the group has undergone some change, the motive has remained the same…to honor Him who is worthy of all praise. The group began with Peg, Carol and another sister, Dora. Later, Ruben joined the group and a little later he joined the family by marrying Peg. In 1971, both Carol and Dora left the group to fulfill family obligations and they were replaced by Peg and Ruben’s two daughters, Connie and Sheryl.

Part of McGregor Hall’s JOY! Series: The McKameys will be performing at the McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center on Friday, March 22, 2019, at 7 p.m. (Photo courtesy McGregor Hall)

In September of 1984, the group had its first number one release “Who Put The Tears In The Eyes Of The Lamb” and shortly thereafter Sheryl decided to leave the group to fulfill her obligations as a mother and pastor’s wife. It was at this time that Peg’s sister, Carol Woodard, again joined the group. The vocalists have not changed since that time. Connie’s husband and son, Roger and Eli Fortner play the guitars for the group. The group also uses digital tracks to enhance the value of their performance.

The McKameys have enjoyed tremendous success from the beginning but most of the national recognition has occurred within the last decade. The group has been honored with many nominations and awards including 14 number one songs and almost every single released has charted in the Singing News Top 40 Chart. (The group has had 2 additional number one songs in the US Gospel News chart.)

In 1989, “God On The Mountain” was acclaimed Song of the Year by the Singing News Fan Awards. Peg McKamey Bean has been honored as the Favorite Female Vocalist by The Singing News Fan Awards for 7 years. The McKameys have won the hearts of Southern Gospel music lovers across the country.

Tickets 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)

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Henderson Kiwanis Club to Hold Trout Dinner Fundraiser at 220 Seafood

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-Information courtesy Edward Woodlief, Henderson Kiwanis Club

The Henderson Kiwanis Club will hold a Trout Dinner Fundraiser for the “benefit of children,” on Monday, March 11, 2019, from 4 – 7 p.m. at the 220 Seafood Restaurant, 1812 Norlina Rd. in Henderson.

Trout, cole slaw, fries, and hushpuppies will be available for $7 per plate. “Eat in or take out.” Beverage provided with eat in meals only.

Tickets may be purchased in advance from any Henderson Kiwanis Club member. Your support of this event is greatly appreciated.

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Henderson Junior Firefighter Program Open to First 30 Participants

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-Information courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

The City of Henderson Fire Department, the Vance County Fire Department and the Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department will be offering a FREE Junior Firefighter program for ages 11-15. This program is designed to enhance career awareness, personal development and the understanding of fire safety.

This program is open to the first 30 participants. Participants must register at Aycock Recreation Center (307 Carey Chapel Rd. in Henderson) by Friday, March 15, 2019.

Please contact Tara Goolsby at (252) 438-3948 or tgoolsby@ci.henderson.nc.us or Victor Hunt at (252) 438-3408 or vhunt@ci.henderson.nc.us for more information.