-Information courtesy the Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce’s Jan./Feb. 2019 “Focus” Newsletter
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce kicked off its 2019 Leadership Vance Program with an orientation breakfast at Vance-Granville Community College on February 7, followed by its team building and challenge course retreat at the Fred G. Bond Metro Park.
The Leadership Vance program is designed to inform, challenge and educate participants on the opportunities and needs of the community and to strengthen their leadership skills while teaching about the social, economic, and political dynamics that shape our community.
The intensive training and exposure to all aspects of the community will provide participants with the historical background and the skills necessary for civic and community positions. The program is ultimately designed to create a group of informed and dedicated leaders who will contribute to the community.
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce kicked off its 2019 Leadership Vance Program with an orientation breakfast at Vance-Granville Community College on February 7, followed by its team building and challenge course retreat at the Fred G. Bond Metro Park. (Photo courtesy H-V Chamber)
Participants are exposed to various aspects of Henderson and Vance County, specifically in regard to city and county government, health and community resources, economic development, agriculture and natural resources, history and media and criminal justice and law.
Participants in this year’s class include: Andrew “Joel” Beckham, Pastor – New Life Baptist Church; Eric Brooks, Operations Manager – Walmart Distribution; G. Norman Dickerson, Jr., Admin Assistant/Assist Event Coordinator – Vance County Tourism; Lee Andrew Faines, Jr., Accounting Specialist I – Vance County Dept of Social Services; Ray Gronberg, Managing Editor – The Daily Dispatch; Evelyn Lemay Harris, Director of Distance Education – Vance-Granville Community College; Pam Hester, Executive Director – Vance County Tourism Development Authority; Andre Howard, Engineering Inspector – City of Henderson; Fantasia Johnson, Clinical Social Worker/Therapist – Springs Holistic Center, Inc.; Sharita Antoinette Jones, 4th grade ELA Teacher – Vance County Schools; Elgin J. Lane, Human Resources Director – City of Henderson; Cathy E. Renn, Property Tax Evaluation Manager – Vance County Tax Office; Jason D. Varner, Marketing Manager – SERVPRO of Franklin, Vance & Granville; Lemondre’ Watson, Assistant Principal – Vance County Schools; Brian Williams, Account Manager – Temperature Control Solutions.
2019 Leadership Vance Begins
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy the Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce’s Jan./Feb. 2019 “Focus” Newsletter
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce kicked off its 2019 Leadership Vance Program with an orientation breakfast at Vance-Granville Community College on February 7, followed by its team building and challenge course retreat at the Fred G. Bond Metro Park.
The Leadership Vance program is designed to inform, challenge and educate participants on the opportunities and needs of the community and to strengthen their leadership skills while teaching about the social, economic, and political dynamics that shape our community.
The intensive training and exposure to all aspects of the community will provide participants with the historical background and the skills necessary for civic and community positions. The program is ultimately designed to create a group of informed and dedicated leaders who will contribute to the community.
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce kicked off its 2019 Leadership Vance Program with an orientation breakfast at Vance-Granville Community College on February 7, followed by its team building and challenge course retreat at the Fred G. Bond Metro Park. (Photo courtesy H-V Chamber)
Participants are exposed to various aspects of Henderson and Vance County, specifically in regard to city and county government, health and community resources, economic development, agriculture and natural resources, history and media and criminal justice and law.
Participants in this year’s class include: Andrew “Joel” Beckham, Pastor – New Life Baptist Church; Eric Brooks, Operations Manager – Walmart Distribution; G. Norman Dickerson, Jr., Admin Assistant/Assist Event Coordinator – Vance County Tourism; Lee Andrew Faines, Jr., Accounting Specialist I – Vance County Dept of Social Services; Ray Gronberg, Managing Editor – The Daily Dispatch; Evelyn Lemay Harris, Director of Distance Education – Vance-Granville Community College; Pam Hester, Executive Director – Vance County Tourism Development Authority; Andre Howard, Engineering Inspector – City of Henderson; Fantasia Johnson, Clinical Social Worker/Therapist – Springs Holistic Center, Inc.; Sharita Antoinette Jones, 4th grade ELA Teacher – Vance County Schools; Elgin J. Lane, Human Resources Director – City of Henderson; Cathy E. Renn, Property Tax Evaluation Manager – Vance County Tax Office; Jason D. Varner, Marketing Manager – SERVPRO of Franklin, Vance & Granville; Lemondre’ Watson, Assistant Principal – Vance County Schools; Brian Williams, Account Manager – Temperature Control Solutions.
Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Granville Co.
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy the Granville County Government’s Facebook page
Granville County Animal Control reports that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies. The animal was reported in the area of Hancock Street at the intersection of East Front Street and Leak Avenue.
All pet owners are advised to be sure rabies vaccinations are up to date, in accordance with North Carolina Law. One-year rabies vaccinations are available at the Granville County Animal Shelter from noon until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The Shelter is located at 5650 Cornwall Road in Oxford. Call (919) 693-6749 for details.
Paid Assistance Needed for 2020 US Census
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy the US Census Bureau
In preparation for next years Census, the Census Bureau is now offering jobs this spring and summer entailing verification of maps. The individual will be given a digital device with maps near their home. The individual would then survey the area and make the necessary changes to the maps.
In return, the Census will reimburse the individual at the rate of $.58/mile driven and for Franklin & Vance counties $17.50/hr., Warren County, $16.00/hr., and Halifax County, $13.50/hr.
Hours are flexible and up to the individual who sets their own schedule. Apply online at www.2020census.gov/jobs.
(This is not a paid advertisement)
Eaves Auction to Hold Relay for Life Fundraiser
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy Jeanette Brummitt
A Relay for Life Auction will be held at Eaves Auction, 8521 NC-39 in Henderson on Saturday, March 16, 2019, beginning at 5 p.m.
All funds raised at the auction will go towards the American Cancer Society – Vance County Relay for Life. Anyone wishing to donate items to the auction may contact Jeanette Brummitt at (252) 226-6085 or Angela Matthews at (252) 204-2976.
“Please know that without your support, we simply cannot meet our goal. These much-needed funds are used in furthering cancer drug research and cures. Without it, more lives will be lost.”
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Oxford Board of Commissioners to Hold Goal-Setting Retreat
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy Cynthia Bowen, City Clerk, City of Oxford
The Oxford Board of Commissioners will be attending a two-day goal-setting retreat on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2, 2019, at Vino Oasi in Stem, NC.
Commissioners will meet with City Staff to discuss operational issues and priorities for 2019 during this time. Agenda items include:
March 1
8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:15 – 9:30 a.m. Welcome/Overview/Review of Retreat Agenda
9:30 – 10:00 a.m. Expressions of Expectations of Retreat by Mayor and Commissioners
10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Review/Status Report of Prior Year Priorities
10:30 – 10:45 a.m. Break
10:45 – 12:30 p.m. Departmental Reports
12:30 – 1:15 p.m. Lunch
1:15 – 2:15 p.m. Angela Allen, Granville County TDA & Corey Hughes, Hughes Marketing Research
2:15 – 2:30 p.m. Break
2:30 – 5:00 p.m. Departmental Reports
5:00 p.m. Recess
March 2
9:00 – 9:30 a.m. Reconvene Retreat & Breakfast
9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Board Review of Core Priorities & Annual Strategic Visioning
10:30 – 10:45 a.m. Break
10:45 – 12:00 Continuation of Board Review of Core Priorities & Annual Strategic Visioning
12:00 – 12:30 p.m. Wrap Up
12:30 p.m. Adjournment
St. Paul’s Lutheran to Hold Indoor Yard & Bake Sale This Sat.
/by WIZS StaffSt. Paul’s Lutheran Church located at 114 Poplar Mount Road in Norlina will be having a gigantic indoor yard and bake sale on Saturday, March 2, 2019, from 7 a.m. until noon.
There will be clothes, cookbooks, and lots of miscellaneous items. Bake sale items will feature a number of yeast breads and rolls, cookies and pies.
Profits from the sale will be used to help fund a mission trip to a remote village in Alaska.
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/by LarryChamber Launches Search for New President
/by WIZS Staff-Press Release, Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce is launching a search for a new president to lead the organization, which serves businesses in the greater Quad-County region.
“We are excited about the opportunity this search represents. We have a chamber staff that does a tremendous amount to provide value to our membership and to connect businesses with each other and the greater community,” said Nancy Wykle, chamber board chairwoman. “The person who fills this leadership role has a tremendous asset in the staff, and will offer new ways to better serve our members.”
The chamber plans to appoint an interim president as it conducts its search.
Former Chamber President John Barnes resigned from the organization Feb. 19 with plans to pursue other opportunities.
“We appreciate John’s years of service in leading the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce, and wish him well in the next chapter,” Wykle said. “We see this time of transition as an opportunity to re-examine how we serve our members and the community.”
The chamber board is actively engaged in the process of naming an interim president and will be providing any support the staff needs to ensure that all member services will continue without interruption.