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West End Community Watch Hears From City Operations Dept.

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-Notes courtesy Claire Catherwood, West End Community Watch

Andy Perkinson, Director of Operations for the City of Henderson was the speaker for the most recent West End Community Watch meeting held September 17.

The City Operations Department is responsible for water, sewer, sanitation, recycling, litter pick-up, storm drains, cemeteries and maintaining the city utility vehicles. Also, this department is charged with responding to 811 calls before someone digs on private property.

There are 52 employees and more are needed. There are only three leaf-shredder trucks for the entire city.

The old pipes in the city are a major challenge. The department cares for 280 miles of water pipes and 230 miles of sewer pipes.

It costs the city to recycle, but recycling is still encouraged because it keeps trash out of the landfill. Our landfills are filling up and, in the future, we may run out of places to take our trash and it will then go into the oceans. Sadly, only 19% of Henderson’s customers recycle.

Perkinson reminded everyone not to put yard debris in the recycling containers.

Leaves must be bagged in clear plastic bags, except when the shredders are picking them up. Clear plastic is required so employees can see that only leaves are in the bag. Bags are sold at the City Operations’ Center at a nominal fee.

The plastic bags cannot be taken by the debris truck; instead, the bags are emptied and put into garbage carts.

Yard debris and brush are picked up on the same day as garbage but by different trucks. Limbs cannot be longer than four feet. Also, there is a 200lb maximum. If the debris weighs more, a $75 minimum fee is charged.

Building materials are not accepted. Paint can be recycled on a special day that is well-publicized each year. Plastic grocery bags need to be returned to the store and not put in the recycle bin. Fluorescent light bulbs should be wrapped and put in the garbage.

Grass clippings are currently being picked up, but North Carolina law states they should not be collected. The state requires that grass be mowed and the clippings left on the grass.

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Vance Public Safety Meeting Rescheduled for Sept. 26

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-Information courtesy Esther J. McCrackin, City Clerk, City of Henderson, NC

The Henderson City Council’s Public Safety Committee will meet on Thursday, September 26, 2019, at 10 a.m. in the Large Conference Room at City Hall, 134 Rose Avenue in Henderson.

This meeting was rescheduled from its original date of September 20.

The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Emergency Operations Plan Update, Proposed Golf Cart Ordinance and IT Services Update.

The public is welcome to observe.

Spring Valley UMC to Hold Fall Craft Bazaar & Bake Sale

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-Information courtesy Brenda Renshaw, Spring Valley United Methodist Women

Spring Valley United Methodist Church will hold a Fall Craft Bazaar and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 5, 2019, from
8 a.m. until 2 p.m. The church is located at 955 Spring Valley Road in Henderson.

Wreaths, hand-painted gourds, canned jellies and jams, crocheted items, handmade aprons and key fobs, leather key fobs, seasoned decorations, jewelry, notecards by local artist, baked goods and more will be on sale.

Hotdog, chip and drink meal for $5 available from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

News 09/24/19

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HPD Finds Deceased Man During Residence Check, Asks Public for Help

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-Press Release, Henderson Police Department

At approximately 4:40 a.m. this morning, September 23, 2019, officers of the Henderson Police Department went to 649 Vance Street to check on the occupant.

When officers arrived, they found the tenant, Youself Roseboro (age 48), deceased.

At this time, we are investigating the death of Mr. Roseboro and we are asking for anyone with information to come forth. If you or someone you know has information about this incident, we ask you to contact us immediately at 252-438-4141 or through Crime Stoppers at 252-492-1925. You can also contact us through the P3 app or through social media.

No other information can be given at this time.

Rasheed Sworn In for New Term as VGCC Trustee

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-Press Release, Vance-Granville Community College

Abdul Sm Rasheed of Henderson recently took the oath of office for another term as a member of the Vance-Granville Community College Board of Trustees.

He is the retired president/CEO of the N.C. Community Development Initiative and currently serves on the North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority board. He has also been a trustee of his alma mater, Elizabeth City State University.

Rasheed was reappointed to the board for a four-year term by the Vance County Board of Education.

The Board of Trustees has 12 voting members, with some appointed by the Governor of North Carolina and some by the county commissioners and the boards of education of Vance and Granville counties.

From left, retired District Court Judge Randolph Baskerville administers the oath of office to VGCC Trustee Abdul Sm Rasheed, alongside Rasheed’s granddaughter, Jada Lewis; and wife, Marolyn Rasheed (holding granddaughter Lenox Rasheed). (VGCC photo)

FGV Smart Start’s 10th Annual Ducky Derby Sees ‘Record Turnout’ Crowd

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With over 2,250 tickets/ducks sold, the Franklin-Granville-Vance Smart Start’s 10th Annual Ducky Derby fundraiser in downtown Henderson, held Saturday, Sept. 21, was a sellout event.

“We had a record turnout, approximately 500 people this year,” said F-G-V Development Coordinator Garry Daeke. “The race was lined with people all the way to the finish line! With Baby Shark and Paw Patrol performing, along with the appearance of the Chick-fil-A cow and great weather, children had a great time.”

Children and parents alike eagerly cheered on the ducks as they raced down the Garnett Street “river” towards the Orange Street finish line.

Winners of the race included:

1st Place – $1000, Davina Inman, Granville County

2nd Place – Chick-fil-A for a Year, Tracy Boyd, Henderson

3rd Place – $250 Gas Card, Mary Williams, Louisburg

Last Duck – $100, Ellen Lindsey

As an additional prize this year, F-G-V offered one lucky duck a month free of childcare (up to $1,000 value) available to any ticket buyer who had a child in childcare. Domenick Hicks-Smith, from St. Paul’s Presbyterian Childcare in Louisburg won the prize.

All proceeds from the Ducky Derby are used to fund Smart Start programs.

Reminder: McGregor Hall to Present ‘KING MICHAEL’ This Sat.

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-Information courtesy McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center

“KING MICHAEL: A Spectacular Tribute to the King of Pop” will be performed at McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center, 201 Breckenridge Street in Henderson, this Saturday, September 28, 2019, at 7:30 p.m.

From early moments with his brothers to his stratospheric rise to become “the greatest entertainer of all time,” this sensational tribute will include all Michael Jackson’s most popular songs.

Performed by a LIVE band, dancers, and backup singers, this stunning spectacle will bring to life the energy and charisma for which KING MICHAEL was so famous.

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)

News 09/23/19

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Town Talk 09/23/19: Founder Melissa Elliott Discusses Gang Free’s Mission

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Melissa Elliott, Henderson City Council member and founder of Gang Free, Inc., was on Monday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk program to provide updates on the organization’s mission and focus.

Elliott founded Gang Free Inc. in 2009 to serve at-risk youth and adults. Stating she was once an at-risk youth with many of the same issues as the children she serves, Elliott credited “lots of prayer, a servant’s heart and a resilient spirit” for her success in life.

With a focus on local youth, the mission of Elliott’s organization is to “educate and empower individuals to live a life liberated of crime through innovative programs and services.”

Recently, Elliott said the focus has shifted slightly to preventing juvenile delinquency at the elementary school level before problems arise. Gang Free participants include children from L.B. Yancey, Pinkston Street, Clark and E.O. Young elementary schools.

“We are trying to reach these students before they actively become engaged in a gang or turn to juvenile delinquency,” said Elliott.

Located at 940 County Home Rd. in Henderson, the organization offers after school programs, summer camps, two homeless shelters and assistance for those suffering from food insecurities.

“We have a garden on our premises and we teach children about horticulture and growing their own food,” Elliott said. “In addition to the items from our garden, we distribute 60,000 pounds of food per month to those in need.”

Lack of adequate food and nutrition is just one obstacle facing many children in the community, according to Elliott, who said issues in the home often manifest themselves as “problem or troubled” behavior in the classroom and in public.

“Oftentimes, students that get involved in gang activity have a lot of barriers in the home. We’ve learned that you can’t just deal with one thing; it’s a domino effect,” explained Elliott.

While the bigger picture of what leads to juvenile delinquency and a life of crime are complicated and varied, Elliott said showing children they are cared for and valued at an early age can prevent gang involvement in the future.

“It’s not rocket science,” she said. “Children need to be loved and know that they are loved and cared for.”

To learn more about Gang Free Inc., to become a volunteer or to donate, please visit the organization’s website at www.gangfreeinc.org.

To hear Elliott’s interview in its entirety, including information on Gang Free funding, please click the play button below. Listen live to WIZS’ Town Talk Monday-Friday at 11 a.m. on 1450AM, 100.1 FM or online at www.wizs.com.