Maria Parham Health’s Volunteer Services to Host “Books Are Fun” Sale

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-Information courtesy Lisa Radford, Volunteer Coordinator, Maria Parham Health

Attention Book Lovers…

Volunteer Services of Maria Parham Health will be hosting a “Books Are Fun” sale in the John T. Church classroom on Wednesday, September 19 fro 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Thursday, September 20 from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.

This sale brings a variety of gadgets, electronics (toys, speakers, health items), pots/pans, books and so much more.

Open to the public.

News 08/21/18

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Vance Co. Water Topic of Tuesday’s Called Commissioners’ Meeting

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-Information courtesy Jordan D. McMillen, County Manager, Vance County

NOTICE OF SPECIAL CALLED MEETING

This memorandum will serve as notice that Chairman Thomas S. Hester, Jr. has called a special meeting for Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at 5 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Conference Room, Vance County Administration Building, 122 Young Street, Henderson, NC.

The purpose of the special meeting is to:

1. Convene the Vance County Water District Board and hear a report from the Water Planning Committee concerning the following:

  • Awarding a contract for construction of Phase 3 of the County Water System.
  • Phase 1B update and authorization of next steps.
  • Establishing base rates for 3-inch, 4-inch and 6-inch water meters.

2. Convene the Board of Commissioners to enter closed session to discuss a legal matter.

3. Other items as necessary.

Henderson Vance Recreation & Parks

Aycock Rec. Center to Offer Saturday Swim Lessons This Fall

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

Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks will offer fall swim lessons at the Aycock Recreation Center for ages 3 – adults. Beginning Saturday, September 15, 2018, lessons will be held each subsequent Saturday through Saturday, October 20.

The fee for the series of six lessons is $30. Registration forms and fees are due by Thursday, September 13.

For additional information, including class times by age, please see the posted flyer below.

Contact:

Lauren Newlin, Aquatics Program Supervisor

lnewlin@ci.henderson.nc.us ~ (252) 438-3160

https://ci.henderson.nc.us/departments/recreation-and-parks/

(This is not a paid advertisement)

 

News 08/20/18

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Henderson Police Department

Attacker in Vance Co. Stabbing Incident Quickly Apprehended

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-Press Release, Henderson Police Department

On August 8, 2018, Officers of the Henderson Police Department responded to the 400 block of Pearl Street in reference to a dispatched call of a stabbing. Officers were close by and were on scene within two minutes of receiving the call.

When they arrived, they found Derrick Antonio Davis (age 31) suffering from what appeared to be a stab wound. Information was obtained quickly and a suspect was developed while on scene. Charles Antonio Hayes (age 44), of Merritt Mill Rd, Oxford House, Chapel Hill, NC, was identified as the attacker. The preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was familiar with  Charles A. Hayes, and at the time of the incident Charles A. Hayes was attempting to rob Mr. Davis.

A search of the area by the Henderson Police Department, North Carolina Highway Patrol, and the Vance County Sheriff’s Office was conducted, and Charles A. Hayes was located and placed into custody within the first hour of the incident occurring. He was found hiding under an abandoned structure.

We are extremely grateful for the valuable information and cooperation that has been given by our citizens. Their assistance brought immediate closure to this case. As always, we will seek any additional information that our citizens may have about the incident or the circumstance that lead to the crime.

Vance County High School

Vance Co. High School Invites Community to Open House – Thurs., Aug. 23

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-Information courtesy Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

The new Vance County High School, 925 Garrett Rd., Henderson, will hold an Open House for students, parents and the community from 3 – 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 23, 2018.

All are invited! Meet the staff, pick up class schedules, register for after-school programs, tour the newly renovated school and enjoy the food truck rodeo.

Vance Co. Regional Farmers Market

Lots of Good ‘Grub’ at the Vance Co. Regional Farmers Market This Weekend

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-Information courtesy Tracy Madigan, Market Manager, Vance County Regional Farmers Market

Spend a relaxing morning shopping for fresh fruits and veggies at your Vance County Regional Farmers Market this Saturday – and don’t worry about fixing breakfast. We have it all ready for you. Gavin’s Grub Hub is back at the market this Saturday.

Not an early riser on the weekend? No worries. Gavin’s also has a selection of brunch/lunch items to choose from that will please any palate.

Gavin’s menu varies weekly, but you may find quiches with farmers market vegetables or ham and swiss cheese; buttermilk biscuits with sausage, egg, cheese or ham; sweet potato biscuits with your choice of fillers. Perhaps you want to try the Shrimp and Grits – sauteed jumbo shrimp with aromatic vegetables and country ham simmered in a rich pan gravy.

You may find fried green tomatoes, brined and breaded, then fried until golden brown. Delish! Of course, you will need a side of tater tots – russet or sweet potato.  Or maybe you’d prefer the french fry cut, chef dusted fried pickles. Like the fried green tomatoes, they come with your choice of ranch dipping sauce or Grub Hub sauce.

Gavin’s Grub Hub is also known for their mouthwatering sliders – beef & ham, BLTs, chicken salad, and tuna salad sandwiches. You may even find crab cake entrees with Gavin’s Grub Hub special sauce. Then there is always the chicken & waffle platter smothered in rich maple syrup or local honey.

So, are you hungry, yet? Well, come join us Wednesdays and Saturdays and stock up on the freshest, local, in-season fruits and veggies. Grab some Grub Hub chow, relax and visit with friends while you enjoy your meal, and feel good about purchasing delicious, nutritious, fresh local produce from your VCRFM.

What You Will Find at the Market This Week

Apples, beef, beets, butter beans, canary melons, cantaloupe, corn, cucumbers, eggs, eggplant, garlic, green beans, onions, okra, peaches, peppers, pork, potatoes, purple hull & crowder peas, tomatoes (green, red & heirloom) and watermelon.

We also have plenty of canned vegetables, honey, molasses, salsa, chow-chow, bbq sauces, herbs, jellies, jams, soaps, bath salts, scented candles, cut sunflowers, cupcakes and unique jewelry and handmade crafts.

Anticipated Vendors – Saturday, August 18, 2018

Adcock Farm

Culver Farms Honey

Donation Station

Faulkner Family Farms

Imperial Stitching

JASM Farms

JW Creek Farms

LouMag Ent.

Material Blessings

Pretty Tough Stuff Jewelry

Short’s Family Farms

Contacts:

Market Manager: Tracy Madigan @ 252-598-0814

Extension Agent: Paul McKenzie @ 252-438-8188

VCRFM open Wednesdays & Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

VCRFM Welcomes SNAP/EBT

The Farmers Market building is available for rent. Contact Annette Roberson, Vance County Cooperative Extension Center, 252-438-8188 for pricing and available dates.

(This is not a paid advertisement)

Aycock Rec. Center Offering Fast-Track Swim Lessons for Ages 3 – Adult

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

Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks will offer fast-track swim lessons at the Aycock Recreation Center for ages 3 – adults. Beginning Monday, September 10, 2018, lessons will take place each subsequent Monday and Thursday in September.

The fee for the series of six lessons is $30. Registration forms and fees are due by Friday, September 7.

For additional information, including class times by age, please see the posted flyer below.

Contact:

Lauren Newlin, Aquatics Program Supervisor

lnewlin@ci.henderson.nc.us ~ (252) 438-3160

https://ci.henderson.nc.us/departments/recreation-and-parks/

(This is not a paid advertisement)

 

Mayor Ellington Declares August 18 ‘Remember Henderson High School Day’

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-Information courtesy the HHS Class of 1968 Reunion Committee and Mayor Eddie Ellington’s “Remember Henderson High School Day” written proclamation

It’s gone by several names since first completed, but for the graduating Class of 1968, the building located at 219 Charles Street in Henderson will always be fondly remembered as Henderson High School (HHS).

After 82 years of educating Vance County students, the HHS building, also formerly known as Henderson Junior High School and, most recently, Henderson Middle School (HMS), will be closed and sold. The closure is due to the Vance County Board of Education’s recent decision to consolidate HMS with rival Eaton-Johnson Middle School to form the newly named Vance County Middle School.

Front of the building formerly known as Henderson High School, Henderson Junior High School and Henderson Middle School – 219 Charles Street, Henderson. (Photo WIZS)

With the closing of their “alma mater” coinciding with their upcoming 50th reunion, the HHS Bulldogs Class of ’68 are planning a school tour for ALL former HHS students on Saturday, August 18, 2018, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

In a written statement, the HHS Class of 1968 Reunion Committee explained their reason for organizing the tour, “We want to acknowledge the beautiful architectural structure and the impact the building and grounds have had on the people of Henderson.”

The Corbitt/City of Henderson Museum, 180 Church St., Henderson, will also be open from 9 – 11 a.m. on August 18 and is available for touring. The museum includes photographs, memorabilia and historical information about Henderson and Corbitt vehicles, which were manufactured from 1899 to 1954.

In honor of the importance of this event, Henderson Mayor Eddie Ellington has officially declared August 18, 2018, as “Remember Henderson High School Day.”

In his written proclamation, Ellington declares the HHS Class of ’68 the largest – with 180 graduates – and last graduating class before a fire “that was believed to have started in the Home Economics area” forced the school to close. The building was repaired and reopened in 1971 as Henderson Junior High School.

Ellington’s proclamation also provides several historical facts regarding HHS including the tidbit that the school opened in 1936 to 360 students. The first principal was W.D. Payne and in 1942, both the boys’ and girls’ basketball teams won the Golden Belt Championship.

The HHS Class of ’68 Committee invites you to join them in touring the school and local museums on August 18 and to make “wonderful new memories.”

If you have questions regarding the reunion or tours, please contact Jackie Greenway by email at cheyenne42@nc.rr.com (include HHS reunion in the subject line).

*WIZS would love for you to share your own memories of HHS. Please comment on this post via our Facebook page.