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Trihalomethane Violation Notices Sent With Recent Henderson Water Bills

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– Public Notice, City of Henderson

Recently, the Kerr Lake Regional Water System sent out notices that told about a total trihalomethane violation. Two notices were sent out in December for the 2nd and 3rd quarters of 2018 and one in January 2019 for the 4th quarter of 2018. Total trihalomethanes are a disinfection byproduct that is created by adding the disinfectant chlorine to water in order to make it potable for drinking. The organics in water that occur naturally react with the chlorine and create total trihalomethanes.

Henderson tests a total of 4 sites every quarter per state regulations. One of the sites that are tested had readings over the MCL (maximum contaminant level) determined by EPA standards. The maximum contaminant level for trihalomethanes is 80 parts per billion. Anything over this amount is considered a maximum contaminant violation and public notification is required at that site.

Due to the LRAA (local running annual average) being above the MCL, a system-wide notice was required to be sent out to all customers of the City of Henderson. These were the notices that were received in the water bills of December 2018 and January 2019.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact Christy Lipscomb, KLRWP Director, at (252) 438-2141 or clipscomb@ci.henderson.nc.us.

Detective Doug McFee Retires from Granville Co. Sheriff’s Office

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-Press Release, County of Granville

After more than 15 years of service to the Granville County Sheriff’s Office and to local citizens, the retirement of Detective Doug McFee has been announced.

“Doug has been a vital resource to the Granville County Sheriff’s Office,” Sheriff Brin Wilkins said about Friday’s presentation. “He will be missed, but we wish him well in his retirement.”

McFee was recently presented a plaque from the Granville County Board of Commissioners for his work and for his dedication to the job. Zelodis Jay, Chairman of the Board, made the presentation at the Granville County Manager’s office on Williamsboro Street in Oxford.

McFee’s retirement is effective January 31, 2019.

Pictured left to right: Zelodis Jay, Granville County Board of Commissioners Chairman; Detective McFee; and Sheriff Brin Wilkins. (Photo courtesy the County of Granville)

 

 

Granville County Public Schools

GCPS Superintendent Delivers ‘State of the Schools’ Address (Video)

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– Video link provided courtesy Granville County Public Schools

Dr. Alisa McLean, superintendent of Granville County Public Schools, speaks to the community in a “State of the Schools” address on Thursday, January 24, 2019.

Please click the play button on the video below to hear her address:

 

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5th Dimension to Perform ‘Let the Sun Shine In,’ Other Classics at McGregor Hall

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-Information courtesy the McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center’s website

“Classy” is the word used over and over to describe 5th Dimension, the group performing at the McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center on Saturday, February 16, 2019, at 8 p.m.

With over 20 million records sold worldwide, 22 Top 40 Hits, five No. 1 hits and six Grammys, the legendary 5th Dimension continues to awe sold-out audiences with their amazing harmonies, immaculate showmanship and exciting energy wherever they perform.

Their classic songs include “Up, Up, and Away, “One Less Bell to Answer,” “Last Night I Didn’t Get to Sleep At All,” “Wedding Bell Blues,” “Stoned Soul Picnic,” and the iconic “Aquarius/Let the Sun Shine In.”

Purchase tickets here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/2678124/the-fifth-dimension-in-concert-henderson-mcgregor-hall-performing-arts-center

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5th Dimension will perform at the McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center on Saturday, February 16, 2019, at 8 p.m. (Photo courtesy McGregor Hall)

Polar Plunge Participants Will be ‘Freezin’ For A Reason’ Next Weekend

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

The Vance County Special Olympics 2019 Polar Plunge will be held at the Satterwhite Point Glasshouse on Saturday, February 2, 2019. Check-in will begin at 9:30 a.m. that morning; jump begins at 10:30 a.m. Inclement weather date will be Saturday, February 9, 2019.

The Polar Plunge is an event for courageous participants willing to jump into Kerr Lake in the middle of the winter, all to support and raise funds for the Special Olympics of Vance County.

The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with others.

All donations earned from the Polar Plunge will go to support local athletes. Individuals are required to collect a minimum of $30 to participate.

Prizes will be given for best costume (individual and team); most money raised (individual and team); and largest team.

Every participant will receive a t-shirt. There is a limit of 250 participants.

For more information on the Polar Plunge, please contact Crystal Allen at (252) 431-6091 or by email at callen@ci.henderson.nc.us

Granville Vendors Invited to Participate in Upcoming Bridal Tour & Show

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-Press Release, County of Granville

Granville County vendors are invited to participate in the 2019 “Brides on Wheels” Bridal Tour and Vendor Show, scheduled for April 14. Brides planning a 2019-2020 wedding will be taking a scenic tour on the “Bridal Bus” to learn more about wedding locations and resources available to help plan the “perfect” event.

The day includes a stop at four wedding/reception venues, as well as early access to a Vendor Show at the Clarion Inn and Suites on Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue in Oxford. Florists, photographers, caterers, event planners, disc jockeys, designer table and chair-hire companies, etc. will be set up to welcome the new brides – and members of the public – to display a variety of wedding service options. The Vendor Show will be open from noon until 4 p.m., with tickets now available to attend.

Vendors interested in participating in this show – a special feature of the “Brides on Wheels” Bridal Show and open to the public – are requested to register by Feb. 15. Space is limited, with first priority being given to Granville-based vendors. After Feb. 15, vendors outside of Granville County will be able to sign up to participate, depending on space limitations and availability.

Sponsorships for the Vendor Show are also available, as well as opportunities to distribute items to future bridal couples in “goodie bags” that will be given out to all who participate in the Bridal Tour.

For more information about the Bridal Tour’s Vendor Show, contact Granville County Tourism Director Angela Allen by phone at 919-693-6125 or by email at angela.allen@granvillecounty.org. Brides who would like to save a seat on the “Brides on Wheels” limo-style tour bus can register at https://bridesonwheels2019.eventbrite.com.

Participants hear from vendors at Thorndale Oaks in Oxford during the 2018 Bridal Tour and Show. (Photo Credit: Angela Allen, Granville Co. Tourism)

Thorndale Oaks features an elegant bridal table setting during the 2018 Bridal Tour and Show. (Photo Credit: Angela Allen, Granville Co. Tourism)

Informational Meeting on NC Pre-K Application to be Held Jan. 29

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-Information courtesy the Vance County Schools’ Facebook page

An information meeting on how to complete the NC Pre-K site selection application will be held on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at 4 p.m. at the Vance County Schools Administrative Services Center at 1724 Graham Avenue in Henderson.

All interested officials from child care facilities are encouraged to attend the meeting.

Site applications from qualifying child care sites are due Thursday, April 11, 2019, by 4 p.m.

Completed applications should be sent to the Vance County Schools, Federal Programs Office at 1724 Graham Avenue in Henderson. The mailing address is P.O. Box 7001, Henderson, N.C. 27536.

The contact person with Vance County Schools is Claudette Scales, pre-kindergarten coordinator. She may be reached by phone at 252-492-2127 and by e-mail at cscales@vcs.k12.nc.us.

The site application is available online at www.vcs.k12.nc.us and www.ncchildcare.nc.gov.

Site selection approval does not guarantee selection as an N.C. pre-kindergarten site.

Local Youth Invited to Showcase Their Talents in D.R.E.A.M. Show

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

The 2019 D.R.E.A.M.(Diverse Roles in Entertainment Arts and Music) Talent Showcase is open to children and teenagers interested in showcasing their talent in drama, dance, musical instruments and singing.

The talent show will be held on Saturday, February 23, 2019, at 6 p.m. in the E.M. Rollins Elementary School Auditorium.

The deadline to register is Friday, February 15, 2019.

Admission will be $7 for ages 18 and older; $5 for children ages 6-17.

For more information, contact Crystal Allen at 252.431.6091 or callen@ci.henders.nc.us.

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NC Coop Extension

‘Know It, Control It’ to Help Warren Residents Manage Blood Pressure

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-Information courtesy the NC Cooperative Extension – Warren County Center

NC Cooperative Extension-Warren County is offering a new high blood pressure management program for adults created by the Community and Clinical Connections for Prevention and Health Branch of the North Carolina Division of Public Health. “Know It, Control It” is a community-based blood pressure management program designed to help participants self-monitor their blood pressure and make healthy lifestyle changes to control high blood pressure. Trained blood pressure coaches teach this program using evidence-based strategies to manage cardiovascular disease.

“High blood pressure is the leading cause of heart disease, stroke and kidney disease in the United States,” said the American Heart Association (AHA). “Knowing your blood pressure numbers can help you take action NOW to prevent or delay the development of more serious complications.”

Almost one out of every three adults in the United States – 29% or about 75 million people – has been diagnosed with high blood pressure. Among adults 65 years and older, two out of three have high blood pressure and half of them do not have it under control. “All adults should consult with a health care provider, learn their blood pressure numbers, learn to self-monitor their blood pressure and take steps to get healthy,” spoken on behalf of the AHA.

“Know It, Control It” classes are open to people who have been diagnosed with high blood pressure. During each class, blood pressure coaches will lead a discussion on a healthy habit that will help participants control their blood pressure. On class days, the blood pressure coach will also assist each participant with measuring and logging his/her blood pressure with the goal of having them become proficient at tracking and measuring their blood pressure on their own.

For available class dates and registration information, please click here or call 252-257-3640.