News 09/12/19
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Town Talk 09/11/19: Sept. 11th Remembrance, NC House Overrides Budget Veto
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Town of Middleburg to Hold Annual Fun Day at Rowland Park
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-Information courtesy Ann Fudge, Town of Middleburg
The Town of Middleburg will hold its Annual Fun Day at Rowland Park in Middleburg, NC on Saturday, September 21, 2019, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
There will be fun for all including music by DJ Rick Edwards, train rides, rainbow slide, bounce house, raffles, food vendors and more!
Vendor forms are available at Middleburg Post Office.
For more information, please contact Ann Fudge at (252) 430-7716.
Maria Parham Health’s Volunteer Services Announces Sept. Sale
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-Information courtesy Maria Parham Health’s Volunteer Services
Dillard’s Department Store will be bringing their Pop-Up Boutique to Maria Parham Health on Wednesday, September 18 from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Thursday, September 19 from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. in MPH’s John T. Church classroom in Henderson.
Clinique, Michael Kors, Dior, Ugg, Dansko, Estee Lauder and more will be available for purchase. Shop the selection of household items, watches, clothes, makeup, cologne, shoes and many other items for men and women of all ages.
Come check out MPH’s first-ever Dillard’s sale!
(This is not a paid advertisement)
West End Baptist Men to Sponsor Fish Fry Fundraiser at 220 Seafood
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-Information courtesy Jerry Parrish, West End Baptist Church
The Baptist Men of West End Baptist Church in Henderson will be sponsoring a Trout Fish Fry Fundraiser to support their local ministries on Monday, September 16, 2019, from 4 until 7 p.m. at 220 Seafood Restaurant in Henderson.
Plates will include trout, slaw, french fries and hush puppies for $7 per plate. Eat-in or take out (beverage provided with eat-in meals only).
All proceeds will be used to support our local ministries, which include ACTS, Lifeline Ministries, Rebuilding Hope, GRACE Ministries and many others.
Tickets can be purchased in advance from any West End Baptist Church member. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Cardinal Innovations Healthcare to Offer Free ‘Opioid 101’ Training
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-Information courtesy Cardinal Innovations Healthcare
Cardinal Innovations Healthcare is offering a free training titled “Opioid 101” on Monday, September 30, 2019, from 6 until 8 p.m.
The training will be held at Baskerville Funeral Home, LLC, 104 S. Chestnut St. in Henderson.
This training will focus on prevention, intervention, treatment, recovery, reducing the stigma and access to community resources.
To register or for additional information, please contact Gina Dement with Cardinal Innovations Healthcare – (919) 215-0721 or Gina.dement@cardinalinnovations.org.
News 09/11/19
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McMillen Provides Highlights From Monday’s Vance Commissioners’ Meeting
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Vance County Manager Jordan McMillen provided WIZS with the following summary of the Vance County Board of Commissioners’ meeting held Monday, September 9, 2019:
We had a few notable items from the meeting last night. The board authorized and approved a contract that will move our tax office forward in allowing online listings for businesses listing their personal property. We see this not only saving the County time and money but it will also make the process easier and more modern for businesses listing their property in the early part of each year.
In addition, the board approved donating our 1995 reserve fire engine to the Hicksboro Volunteer Fire Department. That was discussed last month and approved this month following the necessary notice requirements.
We introduced our new finance director Katherine Bigelow last night as well.
The highlight of the evening included trophy presentations by the Henderson-Vance Recreation Department for several softball and baseball teams.
On Wednesday, September 11, our Technology Committee will be meeting with Open Broadband to further the conversation on areas for potentially launching free WiFi hotspots. On the evening of Monday, September 16, we will be meeting with the fire association to discuss fire district boundaries.
Harvest Gala Offers Fine Dining in the Middle of the Street
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-Information courtesy hendersonncdowntown.com
The annual Harvest Gala event is scheduled for downtown Henderson, NC on Saturday, September 21, 2019, at 6 p.m. on West Young Street.
This event (weather permitting) is actually on the street itself for an experience you won’t forget. The street is closed, lights are hung, tables are set for a fine dining experience in the middle of the street with the historic downtown fire station clock tower in the background. If weather is not cooperative, the event will be held inside at 130 West Montgomery Street.
Gold Sponsors
AA Self Storage
Barnett Properties and Associates
Silver Sponsors
Kilian Engineering
WW Properties
Bronze Sponsors
Early Falsom Properties
Other contributors
Betty B’s, Breedlove Electric Inc, Quick Print, and Stella Jones Entertainment
2019 Harvest Moonlight Gala Menu – Chef Llew Sutton
Starter Treat
Salmon Cake Resting on House – Made Cocktail Sauce with Citrus Soli and Cilantro Atop
Chef Llew’s California Salad
Mixed Greens, Red Onions, Cherry Tomatoes, Peppered Bacon, Dried Cranberries, Blue Cheese Crumbles, with House – Made Balsamic Reduction Drizzle
Main Course
Thyme Seared Pork Tenderloin Medallions
complimented with
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
along with
Fresh Lemon Peppered Asparagus
Delicious Dessert
Creme Brulee in Mini Mason Jars
Tickets can be purchased on Downtown Henderson’s website (click here), or by calling Alice Sallins at (252) 767-4579. Only 130 tickets will be sold for this event. We are designating 80 tickets for sale online, and the remainder will be sold in person or through sponsor deals.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available which includes tickets to the event, and advertising for your company in all event promotions. You may secure your sponsorship level online by changing the Ticket Type to a Bronze, Silver, or Gold level sponsor.
This is the only fundraising event for the Henderson-Vance Downtown Development Commission, a non-profit organization focused on revitalizing Henderson’s historic downtown business district. Donations will be used for events and beautification projects in Henderson’s central business district in an effort to preserve the historic integrity, revitalize commerce and avoid further neglect and demolition.
Tickets purchased through the website can be picked up at Dataforge, 217 South Garnett Street, Henderson, NC. See Phil Hart. Phil is usually in the office from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except for lunch. Feel free to call (252) 438-4000 to verify availability.
Registration Underway for Tour de Vance Cycling Event
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-Press Release, Vance-Granville Community College
Registration is now underway for the Seventh Annual Tour de Vance bike ride, scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2019. The ride has been growing steadily since its inception, drawing families and first-timers in addition to the most seasoned of cyclists for four separate cycling events.
This year’s ride will help VGCC’s Endowment Fund to support scholarships for students enrolled in Health Sciences programs at the college. Programs include Associate Degree Nursing, Radiography, Practical Nursing, Histotechnology, Medical Assisting and Pharmacy Technology.
Proceeds from this year’s ride will also go to the Vance County United Way. The organization’s goal is to support the work of local public service agencies such as the Addition Recovery Center for Men, Community Partners of Hope, Smart Start, Juvenile Crime Prevention Council, LifeLine Outreach and the Harold Sherman Adult Day Center.
Several different options are available for cyclists. The 9-mile “fun ride” is ideal for youth, families and beginners. A 20-mile course suits riders ready for a bit more distance. Experienced cyclists can choose a 31-mile “Forest and Farmland” circle route through the country or a 62-mile “metric century” that adds to that 31-mile circle route an out-and-back spur to the Kerr Lake area.
The rides will start and finish at VGCC’s Main Campus, located off Interstate 85 and Poplar Creek Road at 200 Community College Road in Henderson.
All riders can register through the Vance-Granville Community College website at vgcc.edu/tourdevance. Online registration will end at 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18. On-site registration will be an option at 7:30 a.m. on the day of the event.
The 9-mile ride will cost $10 for each rider. The 20-mile ride will cost $20 for those who register by Sept. 9, increasing to $25 thereafter. The 31-mile and 62-mile (or “metric century”) rides will cost $30 for those who register by Sept. 9, increasing to $40 thereafter.
“Vance-Granville is honored to once again be associated with an event that has become such a success and a symbol of our college’s 50-year history of community involvement,” said Eddie Ferguson, director of the VGCC Endowment Fund. “Joining forces with the United Way means that we can make an even bigger impact, raising funds for good causes while promoting the importance of exercise and good health.”
Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. on Oct. 19. The 62-mile ride starts at 8:30 a.m., the 31-mile ride at 9:30, the 20-mile ride at 10 a.m., and the 9-mile ride at 10:30 a.m. Law enforcement will accompany riders on the 9-mile route.
Lunch will be provided.
Participating sponsors include Granville-Vance Public Health, Carolina GI Associates PC, Joel Goodwin MD, Barnett Properties, Henderson Fruit & Produce, Prim Rentals, T&T Laundries, Inc., AAA Gas, College Station, Ted’s Catering, and Bearpond Market.
For more information, contact Eddie Ferguson at (252) 738-3264 or tourdevance@vgcc.edu.