Wiggins, Former KVA Headmaster, and Wilkerson Named FCS Principals

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-Press Release, Franklin County Schools

Franklin County Schools is proud to announce that two new principals have been hired for District elementary schools for the 2019-2020 school year.

Frank Wiggins Jr. is the new principal of Youngsville Elementary School; and, Jamie Wilkerson is the new principal of Franklinton Elementary School.

Franklin County Schools is proud to announce that two new principals have been hired for District elementary schools for the 2019-2020 school year. Frank Wiggins Jr. is the new principal of Youngsville Elementary School; and, Jamie Wilkerson is the new principal of Franklinton Elementary School. (Photos courtesy Franklin Co. Schools)

“We are excited to welcome Mr. Wiggins and Ms. Wilkerson to their new leadership positions within our District,” said Dr. Rhonda Schuhler, Superintendent of Franklin County Schools. “Both new principals bring a wealth of unique experiences and many achievements to their new schools. We anticipate they will also convey new energy, ideas and focus to create environments that are conducive to excellence in learning and teaching.”

Wiggins is a veteran principal who has worked in both public and private schools for the past 27 years. He earned a Master’s of School Administration from East Carolina University in 1992. Most recently, Wiggins was the Head of School at Kerr-Vance Academy in Henderson. He previously served as an elementary and middle school principal with Granville County Schools at Wilton Elementary and G.C. Hawley Middle School in addition to other positions in education. Wiggins is a native of Kinston and currently resides in Henderson. He is married to Sandra Allen Wiggins, who teaches at Franklinton High School.

Wilkerson is a veteran teacher who holds a Master’s of School Administration from Campbell University. She has most recently been serving as assistant principal in FCS’ Terrell Lane Middle School. She previously taught mathematics for Johnston County Schools, Harnett County Schools and Cumberland County Schools. She also served as an elementary math specialist and instructional coach in Durham. In addition, she taught as an adjunct for Campbell University and is working toward her terminal degree through Liberty University.

“I am excited to have the opportunity to continue to build a positive school culture along with the staff, students, parents and community of Franklinton Elementary School,” Wilkerson said. “I will work with all stakeholders to ensure student learning continues in a high-quality, instructional learning environment.”

Henderson Rec Players to Present ‘Guys and Dolls’ at McGregor Hall

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-Information courtesy McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center

The McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center, 201 Breckenridge St. in Henderson, will feature “Guys and Dolls” as presented by the Henderson Rec Players on the following dates:

Friday, July 5, 2019, @ 8 p.m.

Saturday, July 6, 2019, @ 8 p.m.

Sunday, July 7, 2019, @ 2 p.m.

Friday, July 12, 2019, @ 8 p.m.

Saturday, July 13, 2019, @ 2 p.m.

Part of the Rosemyr Corporation Henderson Rec Players 2019 Season –

“Guys and Dolls” tells the story of a couple of big New York City gamblers and the women who love them. With music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, this energetic show features the hit songs “I’ve Never Been in Love Before,” “Luck, Be a Lady,” and “Bushel and a Peck.”

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)

(This is not a paid advertisement)

Vance County NC

Kittrell Community Watch Group to Meet This Thurs., June 20

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-Information courtesy Edward K. Woodlief, Kittrell Community Watch

The Kittrell Community Watch will meet Thursday, June 20, 2019, @ 7 p.m. in the fellowship hall of the Union Chapel United Methodist Church, 6535 Raleigh Rd, (US Highway #1 business) Kittrell, NC. Guest speaker will be Frankie Nobles, Vance County Chief Animal Control Officer.

All are welcome even if you don’t live in the Kittrell area.

Light refreshments will be served.

Town Talk: Local Discussion on Juvenile Delinquency 06/17/19

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Vendor Applications, Sponsorships Available for Upcoming BBQ Competition

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-Press Release, Helping All People Excel (HAPE)

Mark your calendars and get ready for the Tri County BBQ Competition on Saturday, August 10, 2019, at the Kerr Lake Country Club, hosted by Helping All People Excel – HAPE, a 501c3.

This fun-filled, family-friendly event will feature 10 – 15 teams competing in the BBQ Competition, along with vendors, raffles and lots of fun for the residents of Vance County and surrounding areas.

Through this event, we want to help build a stronger community while also giving back to the community. Proceeds from the Tri County BBQ Competition will be used to provide college essentials to twenty-five (25) recent high school graduates from Vance County and surrounding areas.

These items will include laundry detergent, soap, toothpaste and twin extra-long sheet – items that are essential for college but in most cases not covered by financial aid or scholarships. As we all know, getting to college is a major accomplishment. We cannot allow this accomplishment to be overshadowed by the struggle of not having what’s needed to survive while living on a college campus.

Please mark your calendars and plan to attend. If you would like more information on this event, sponsorship opportunities, a vendor application or how to make a donation, please contact Tracy Mosley at 252-432-1131 or email tmosley@helpingallpeopleexcel.com.

News 06/17/19

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Henderson Police Department

Man Shot in Altercation 06/15/19; Suspect Being Sought

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— statement from Henderson Police Chief Marcus Barrow

The Henderson Police Department has active a Felony AWDWIKISI (Assault With a Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill or Inflict Serious Injury) warrant for Rodriekgus Terelle Johnson, 33. Saturday at approximately 10:49 a.m., Rodriekgus Johnson shot Robert Lee Miles, Jr, 28, during an altercation near the intersection of Harriett Street and South Carolina Avenue.

According to information gathered, Mr. Johnson exited a residence on South Carolina Avenue armed with a handgun and approached Mr. Miles.

Upon seeing the gun, Mr. Miles attempted to leave the area. Mr. Johnson fired at least one round at Mr. Miles striking him.

Miles was transported to an area hospital where he is receiving treatment.

If anyone knows the whereabouts of Rodriekgus Johnson, please contact 911. Anyone with information can also call Crimestoppers at 492-1925 or at https://www.hvcrimestoppers.org/

Vance County Sheriff's Office

Juvenile Took Loaded Gun To Clarke Elementary Thursday

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Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame informed WIZS News Friday evening that a juvenile took a loaded gun to Clarke Elementary School on Thursday.

In a press release earlier Friday, the Sheriff said, “On Thursday, June 13, 2019, Vance County Deputies were dispatched to Clarke Elementary School at 309 Mt. Carmel Church Road.”

When deputies arrived, it was discovered that a weapon had been found in the possession of a student.  Sheriff Brame’s press release continued saying, “School officials had possession of the weapon at the time of arrival.”

The student will be charged on petitions according to state law.  “He was placed into the custody of juvenile services,” Brame said in the press release.

The matter remains under investigation.

No other information is available at this time, including how the juvenile obtained the weapon and how adults who may be responsible in this matter will be charged.

Despite the fact that most citizens associate graduation weekend with the end of the school year, students in Vance County Public Schools went to school in several locations this week.

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Special Vance Co. Commissioners Meeting 6 p.m. Monday

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— info courtesy Kelly Grissom, Clerk to the Board

Vance County Commissioners Chairman Archie B. Taylor, Jr. has called a special meeting for Monday, June 17, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Conference Room, Vance County Administration Building, 122 Young Street, Henderson,
NC. The purpose of the meeting is to:

  1. Adopt the FY 2019-20 Budget Ordinance
  2. Approve Salary Progression Plan Policy
  3. Other items as necessary

The Vance County Water District Board will also be called to order to adopt the FY 2019-20 Water District Budget Ordinance.

Vance County Policy and Procedure Manual – Salary Progression Plan

1.0 Purpose

To establish the guidelines for salary progression within established ranges dependent upon the completion of County service and performance.

2.0 Applicability

To all regular full-time County employees in a budgeted, salaried position.

3.0 Objective

  • To provide a mechanism to move career employees from the entry level hiring rate through the salary range
  • To motivate and reward employees who achieve performance objectives
  • To encourage the continued service of quality employees with Vance County

4.0 Guidelines

  • Every other fiscal year employees would be eligible for a merit increase based on performance measures and years of service. The salary adjustments will be effective the pay cycle following the employees’ anniversary.
  • Employee evaluations must be completed and received in a timely manner.

5.0 Eligibility

  • Two – Seven years up to 2% increase
  • Eight years and greater up to 1.5% increase
  • Increases are contingent upon available funding in the budget each year

*All eligibility is based on years of service and meeting certain performance measures

Other changes effective with this implementation:

  • Existing Longevity Plan – Employees with a date of hire 6/30/19 or prior will be grandfathered under the existing longevity plan.
  • EMS – Effective 7/1/19 all Paramedics will follow the new Salary Progression Plan. Those hired before 7/1/19 will be grandfathered under the existing merit program and will transition to the new Salary Progression Plan after five years of service. Paramedics hired with experience can be hired above the hiring rate with proper approval. These situations will be determined on as case-by-case basis.

 

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WOVEN: A Safe Community Starts With YOU

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— courtesy of the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, told WIZS News, “The 3rd WOVEN (Women of Vance Empowered Networking) is scheduled for July 16th. Lieutenant Jessica West, Henderson Police Department, will be the keynote speaker. Ladies, you don’t want to miss this enlightening topic…’A Safe Community Starts with You.’ ”

Call or email to register. $20.00 per person in advance.

sandra@hendersonvance.org — 252-438-8414