Cooperative Extension with Jamon Glover: Bedtime Problems Pt. 1

Jamon Glover, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

We learn on how to work with children who have problems at bedtime, such as not wanting to sleep in their bed, in addition to other obstacles at bedtime.

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Who: OAK LEVEL UCC

What: Homecoming. Our Reverend Doctor Douglas Wooten will be bringing the message. Dinner will be served after service on Sunday.

When: Sunday, July 27th at 11am

Where: Oak Level UCC, 5631 Jacksontown Rd, Manson, NC 27553

Fee: Free

Contact: Mary Ragland Reid

Phone/email:  (252) 767-5878 or maryreid696@gmail.com

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Who: Brick Power Team

What: Fish Fry Fundraiser. Trout, French fries, hushpuppies and cold slaw.

When: July 28th from 4pm-7pm

Where: 220 Seafood, 1812 N Garnett St, Henderson, NC 27536

Why: Your support will be appreciated helping us help others. The Brick Power Team Ministry is a part of the Freedom Life Church of God.

Fee: Plates are $10

Contact: Harry Orr

Phone/email: (252) 432-4196 or horr2553@yahoo.com

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Who: OAK LEVEL UCC

What: Revival. The preacher for Revival is the Rev. K. Ray Hill of Maple Temple Church in Raleigh N.C.

When: Wednesday, July 30th at 7pm, continuing through Friday, August 1st.

Where: Oak Level UCC, 5631 Jacksontown Rd, Manson, NC 27553

Fee: Free

Contact: Mary Ragland Reid

Phone/email: (252) 767-5878 or maryreid696@gmail.com

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Who: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church

What: A gospel celebration with Terrance Foster and special guests The Safeway Travelers, Jordan Chapel Gospel Choir, Next Generation Praise Team, and the Warrenton Echoes.

When: Sunday August 3rd at 3:00pm

Where: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church, 16 Big Ruin Creek Lane, Henderson, NC

Contact: Dorothy Wimbush

Phone/email: (252) 425-7366, dorothy_wim49@yahoo.com

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Who: JIMMY & THE SOUND BARRIERS AND FRIENDS

What: Annual Benefit Concert. Come sit back and enjoy a wonderful night of country and bluegrass gospel music performed Gaither style by Jimmy Barrier and the Sound Barriers along with many talented guests such as the Hodnett Family.

When: Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 starting at 6pm

Where: Clearview Church located at 3485 US-158 Business in Henderson.

Why: The night is dedicated to the “Anchor of Hope” Ministry.  The ministry serves those who are facing some of life’s most difficult challenges. Members pray for and minister to individuals who are facing a medical crisis, the loss of a loved one, or other tough times and present them with a blanket as a way to remind them there is HOPE, God is with them, and there are people praying for them. If you would like to be involved or to donate to this ministry, send an email to info@clearviewbc.org.

Fee: The concert is free, but a love offering will be taken.

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Who: Higher Is Waiting Nonprofit Organization, led by 17-year-old Executive Director Jayden Watkins

What: Shaping the Future: A Community Empowerment Extravaganza — a powerful, free community event featuring: 500+ backpack giveaways filled with school supplies, a live talent show, free health screenings, food trucks, local vendors, and community resources.

When: Saturday, August 9th, 2025 at 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Talent Show begins at Noon.

Where: 205 Breckenridge St, Henderson, NC (Outdoors in Downtown Henderson – Perry Memorial Library area)

Why: This event is designed to uplift, inspire, and equip families and youth in our Tier One community. It’s more than a giveaway—it’s a movement of hope, unity, and empowerment.

Contact: Jayden Watkins

Phone/email: (252) 425-0354 or iamjaydenwatkins@gmail.com

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Who: The Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star

What: Henderson resident Telessie McGhee is being honored by the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge & Free Accepted Mansons of North Carolina & Jurisdiction, Inc.

When: A celebration of service and testimonial is scheduled for Saturday, August 9th at 6:00 PM

Where: Hilton Durham near Duke University, 3800 Hillsborough Road, Durham, NC 27705

Fee: Tickets to the event are $60. Contact the hotel to make a reservation for the event. Mention code “PGWP McGhee Testimonial” to receive a special room mate.

Contact: Hilton Durham Near Duke University

Phone/email:  1+ (919) 383-8033

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Who: Baskerville Funeral Home

What: Community Information Series featuring Community Partners of Hope. The Presenter will be Darryl Jones, the Shelter Program Manager

When: Tuesday, August 12th, 2025 from 6pm-7pm

Where: Baskerville Funeral Home Chapel, 104 S. Chestnut St., Henderson, NC 27536

Fee: No fee

Contact: Baskerville Funeral Home for more information

Phone/email: (252) 430-6824

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Who: Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers

What: Annual Golf Tournament

When: Thursday August 14th; Check-in and lunch catered by Chick-Fil-A from 11:30am-12:30pm; Shotgun start at 1:00pm

Where: Kerr Lake Country Club

Why: You can be a Hole or Team Sponsor to support Crime Stoppers, an all-volunteer organization that supports law enforcement in keeping our Henderson and Vance County community safe for everyone. This annual golf tournament is the primary fundraiser for Crime Stoppers. Contributions are also tax deductible.

Fee: $100 to sponsor a hole, $200 to sponsor a team of 4 golfers; Please make your check payable to Crimestoppers and mail to P.O. Box 1348, Henderson, NC 27536.

Contact: Danny Wright

Phone/email: (252)-432-1141 or email dannyw@vance.net

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What: Rainbow Tea Event

When: August 16th, 2025 at 2:00pm

Where: Ashley Grove Baptist Church – 2425 Nutbush Road Henderson NC 27537

Fee: $10 Donation

Contact: Deanna Steed

Phone/email: 252-767-2565 or ashleygrovebaptist@gmail.com

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Who: First United Methodist Church of Henderson

What: Tag Sale

When: Every Tuesday and Thursday from 11AM-1PM. Please enter through the Church Office entrance, and a volunteer will guide you through several rooms of the Tag Sale.

Where: First United Methodist Church of Henderson, 114 Church St, Henderson, NC 27536

Why: All proceeds from the Tag Sale ministry go to support the missions of the United Women in Faith. These missions include the following: Hand-in-Hand, Soup Kitchen, Pinkston Street Elementary Weekend Packs, Area Christians Together in Service (ACTS), the Boys & Girls Club, Lifeline, Community Partners of Hope, Good Neighbor Fund, YMCA Children’s Programs, NC Conference Missions, Methodist Home for Children, and United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR).

Contact: FUMC of Henderson for more information or Tom Church if a shopping time beyond these hours is needed.

Phone/email: FUMC – (252) 438-8791. Tom Church – (252) 432-3845 or tchurch219@gmail.com

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Who: The Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Department

What: Beginner Yoga, instructed by Beryle Lewis. Classes are based on basic yoga techniques to inspire physical, mental, and spiritual peace from within through balance, stretching, and breathing.

When: On Thursday Nights, from 6:15pm-7pm

Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd., Henderson, NC

Fee: The cost is $1 for Members and $2 for Non-Members

Registration link: You can register by going to hvrpd.recdesk.com or stopping by the Aycock Rec Center

Contact: The Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Department for more information

Phone/email:  (252) 492-9400

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Who: Vance County Housing Authority at Lincoln Height Apartments

What: Accepting applications for two and three bedroom apartments. Applicants will need to bring original birth certificates and original social security cards for everyone on the application. They must also bring a photo ID for everyone over 18. Applications must be completed in the office.

When: Applications are accepted on Tuesdays, 9:00 am until 3:00 pm

Where: 224 Lincoln St, Henderson, NC 27536

Contact: Lincoln Height Apartments for more information

Phone/email: (252) 438-6127

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Home and Garden Show

On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext.

  • The Vance County Regional Farmers Market is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8am to 1pm. Today they have tomatoes, snapbeans, beets, cabbages, yellow squash, zucchini squash, red irish potatoes, cantaloupes, watermelons, cucumbers, sweet potatoes, peaches, and canned items.
  • The 2025 Landowners and Heirs Property Workshop will be on July 24th, 2025 from 8am to 4:30pm at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market.
  • When cutting flowers for arrangements cut the stems at an angle and place in a bucket of water while you are in the garden.
  • Start planning your fall garden on paper now.
  • Cooperative Extension has updated safe canning and freezing information.
  • If planning to renovate your fescue lawn you need to take a  soil sample asap.
  • Know what to plant in your garden and get a copy of the central piedmont planting guide.
  • If you hear thunder, it’s time to get out of the garden.
  • Encourage your children and grandchildren to help in the garden.
  • If planning to renovate your fescue lawn in September take a soil sample now.
  • Carolina lawns is the best publication for having a good lawn.
  • If you have pumpkins, put a board under the pumpkins to get them off the ground.
  • Check houseplants dust weekly with a soft cloth.
  • Check storage areas for mice.

The Vance County Cooperative Extension is located at 305 Young St, Henderson, NC 27536

The Vance County Regional Farmers Market is located at 210 Southpark Dr., Henderson, NC 27536

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Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Fall Armyworms

Michael Ellington, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

Today we introduce fall armyworms, the damage they do, and how to spot them. I’ve also included a few reminders for upcoming events.

Great Southeast Pollinator Census

www.gsepc.org

Heirs Property Gathering

go.ncsu.edu/vcheirsproperty

Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs.

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Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Thinning Pines

Wayne Rowland, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

Thinning pines at the correct time will increase the production of your remaining trees.

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Cooperative Extension with Jamon Glover: Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids

Jamon Glover, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

We speak about raising emotional intelligent children. We also discuss more about the Supporting Father Involvement Initiative.

Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs.

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Home and Garden Show

On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext.

  • The Vance County Regional Farmers Market is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8am to 1pm. Today they have tomatoes, snapbeans, beets, cabbages, yellow squash, zucchini squash, red irish potatoes, cantaloupes, watermelons, cucumbers, sweet potatoes, peaches, and canned items.
  • The 2025 Landowners and Heirs Property Workshop will be on July 24th, 2025 from 8am to 4:30pm at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market.
  • Check for flooded rows after storms have passed open ends of rows to let excess water out.
  • Check harvest intervals  on the label before applying any chemical on crops that you will be harvesting soon.
  • Start planning your fall garden now.
  • Protect yourself with correct personal protective equipment. Such as a wide brim hat and safety glasses.
  • Keep that garden journal updated each day you work in the garden. Ex: spray schedule, top dressing with fertilizer.
  • If you hear thunder, it’s time to get out of the garden.
  • Let your children and grandchildren help in the garden and teach them now, they are our future gardeners.
  • If planning to renovate your in September take a soil sample now.
  • Carolina lawns is the best publication for having a good lawn.
  • If you have pumpkins, put a board under the pumpkins to get them off the ground.
  • Check houseplants dust weekly with a soft cloth.
  • Check storage areas for mice.

The Vance County Cooperative Extension is located at 305 Young St, Henderson, NC 27536

The Vance County Regional Farmers Market is located at 210 Southpark Dr., Henderson, NC 27536

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Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Great Southeast Pollinator Census

Michael Ellington, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

Today I’m speaking about the Great Southeast Pollinator Census, a citizen science effort that can change the world. I’ve also shared reminders for related events.

Pollinator ID Workshop

go.ncsu.edu/pollinatorid

Great Southeast Pollinator Census

www.gsepc.org

Harvesting Healthy Habits

go.ncsu.edu/hhhvc

Heirs Property Gathering

go.ncsu.edu/vcheirsproperty

Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs.

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Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Native Plants

Wayne Rowland, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

Planting native plants can improve your landscape while helping the environment.

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Cooperative Extension with Jamon Glover: Building Traditions & Legacy

Jamon Glover, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

We discuss why it’s so important to build traditions with your children and leave a legacy of fatherhood. We also talk more about the Supporting Father Involvement initiative.

Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs.

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