-Information courtesy Maria Parham Health
Maria Parham Health is pleased to announce that we have reached a new agreement with UnitedHealthcare. This is a win for our patients who deserve access to quality healthcare here at home, and we appreciate your patience as we worked through this process.
With this new agreement, our hospital* and employed physician* services will be back “in-network” with UnitedHealthcare. You will have “in-network” access to care beginning:
April 25 for hospital services; and
May 1 for employed physician services.
Both commercial and Medicare Advantage insurance plans are included in the agreement.
From the outset, we have been committed to ensuring your healthcare needs would continue to be met, and we are pleased to continue this commitment. Our new contract gives us the ability to continue reinvesting in patient care by recruiting new physicians and caregivers and enhancing the services we provide.
Thank you for the trust you place in Maria Parham Health and our team of caregivers. We look forward to meeting your healthcare needs for generations to come.
*Please note, the contract is between UnitedHealthcare’s insurance plans and Maria Parham Health, its employed physicians, and select Duke LifePoint Healthcare facilities. It does not affect Duke University Health System hospitals or clinics.
State Highway Patrol Concludes ‘Operation Drive To Live’
/by WIZS Staff-Press Release, North Carolina Dept. of Public Safety
The State Highway Patrol has concluded a week-long campaign held annually each year to combat fatal collisions involving teen drivers. During the week of April 8 through April 12, troopers participated in Operation Drive to Live, placing emphasis on education and enforcement across the state.
Troopers were out in full force monitoring driver behavior in and around school zones while offering educational programs to local high schools. The operation is conducted in proximity to spring break and prom season, in hopes teen drivers will gain an understanding of the dangers associated with driving.
In 2018, the Highway Patrol investigated over 55,261 motor vehicle collisions involving drivers and passengers who were between the ages of 15 – 19. Of those collisions, 10,287 injuries were reported and 94 resulted in one or more fatalities.
This year, SHP performed 179 traffic safety presentations and patrolled 540 school zones throughout the week. The following statistics also reflect the efforts of SHP during the campaign.
While the operation has concluded, the efforts of reducing teenage driver collisions will continue throughout the year.
For stats related to a specific county, please contact your local SHP office. A contact list can be obtained by visiting the following link: https://www.ncdps.gov/our-organization/law-enforcement/state-highway-patrol/troop-offices
Delrayno Baptist to Present ‘The Living Last Supper’ – Thurs., April 18
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy Delrayno Baptist Church
Delrayno Baptist Church, 1315 College St., Oxford, presents “The Living Last Supper” on Maundy Thursday, April 18, 2019, at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.
“The Living Last Supper” is a short, but powerful, melodrama about the reflection and inner turmoil of each disciple when Jesus announced that he would be betrayed by one of them.
The public is invited to attend.
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/by LarryPotential New Vance County Park Subject of Upcoming Public Meetings
/by WIZS Staff-Press Release, Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
The Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Department will hold public meetings to gain input for the possibility of applying for a grant for a new public park on the corner of Williams and Montgomery Street in Henderson.
If successful, this grant will be for a skate park, splash pad, outdoor exercise and fitness stations, a shelter for picnics and a walking trail that will encompass the park.
During these meetings, we will receive input and answer any questions from the citizens of the Henderson-Vance Community. These meetings will be held at the City Council Chambers, located at 134 Rose Avenue, Henderson, on Tuesday, April 23 and Thursday, April 25, 2019, at 6 p.m.
If you have any questions, please contact Kendrick Vann, director of Recreation and Parks, by phone at (252) 431-6093 or email kvann@ci.henderson.nc.us.
Maria Parham Health Reaches Agreement with UnitedHealthcare
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy Maria Parham Health
Maria Parham Health is pleased to announce that we have reached a new agreement with UnitedHealthcare. This is a win for our patients who deserve access to quality healthcare here at home, and we appreciate your patience as we worked through this process.
With this new agreement, our hospital* and employed physician* services will be back “in-network” with UnitedHealthcare. You will have “in-network” access to care beginning:
April 25 for hospital services; and
May 1 for employed physician services.
Both commercial and Medicare Advantage insurance plans are included in the agreement.
From the outset, we have been committed to ensuring your healthcare needs would continue to be met, and we are pleased to continue this commitment. Our new contract gives us the ability to continue reinvesting in patient care by recruiting new physicians and caregivers and enhancing the services we provide.
Thank you for the trust you place in Maria Parham Health and our team of caregivers. We look forward to meeting your healthcare needs for generations to come.
*Please note, the contract is between UnitedHealthcare’s insurance plans and Maria Parham Health, its employed physicians, and select Duke LifePoint Healthcare facilities. It does not affect Duke University Health System hospitals or clinics.
Granville Co. Animal Shelter Closed Wed. for Staff Development
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy the Granville County Government’s Facebook page
The Granville County Animal Shelter, located at 5650 Cornwall Road in Oxford, will be closed to the public tomorrow, Wednesday, April 17, 2019, for a staff development day. Staff development days are now held on the third Wednesday of every month.
Granville County Animal Control will still be available all day for emergency calls for service. Normal operating hours are Monday through Friday from noon until 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Call 919-693-6749 for more information about services provided by Granville County Animal Management, or visit www.granvillecounty.org.
Pictured is “Cade,” who is available for adoption at the Granville County Animal Shelter. (Photo courtesy Granville Co. Government)
Pins for Pets Bowling Proceeds to Benefit Local Spay/Neuter Programs
/by WIZS StaffOver $12,000 was raised through donations, bowling fees, bowling lane sponsors, raffle prizes, silent auction items plus a generous matching grant from the VF Fund.
The art was made from old, used bowling pins re-purposed into one-of-a-kind “pin art.” Community Partnership for Pets, Inc. thanks each artist for using their talents to create these fun pieces of artwork.
Proceeds from the event will be used to fund spay/neuter programs in Granville, Warren and Vance Counties, NC.