-Information courtesy Tracy Madigan, Market Manager, Vance County Regional Farmers Market
The 2018 National Farmers Market Week 2018 is August 5 – 11. This week would be a great opportunity to get out in the community, learn more about your local farmers and produce and go home with delicious goodies for the family. Shopping your Vance County Regional Farmers Market (VCRFM) offers many benefits for individuals and the community.
Farmers markets support local economies by eliminating the “middle man” and allowing more benefits to the farmer, preserving farmland and rural livelihood. Shopping at your VCRFM also allows you to engage with other community members and learn more about where your food is coming from and the farmers who are growing it.
Saving money is another benefit of farmers markets. Since the farmers are able to sell their products directly to the consumer, prices are often lower. The VCRFM also accepts EBT/SNAP transactions for fresh produce, thus increasing the availability of fresh food for low-income families.
The produce at the VCRFM comes from local farms, guaranteeing you receive the freshest in-season produce. In-season produce is higher in nutrients and often better tasting as it is picked at the peak of freshness.
Try choosing something unique each trip to the VCRFM. Get your children involved and try a new type of produce each week.
Get to know your farmers — strike up a conversation with vendors and learn more about them. For example: Where is their farm? Do they grow organic? What is their favorite way to prepare their produce?
Plan your meals around your trip — search for recipes that allow you to implement the different foods from your trip in a different way. Your VCRFM also has seasonal recipes available for you to try.
Enjoy the weather – rain or shine (we are an indoor facility), snatch up some delicious food and support your local farmers’ markets for National Farmers Market Week.
* Excerpts taken from 8/1/18 article by Rachel Werner, registered dietitian at SSM Health/St. Mary’s
What You Will Find at the Market This Week – Saturday, August 4, 2018:
Apples, beets, blackberries, blueberries, butter beans, canary melons, cantaloupe, corn, cucumbers, eggs, eggplant, garlic, green beans, onions, okra, peaches, pork, potatoes, purple hull & crowder peas, squash, tomatoes (green, red & heirloom), watermelon and zucchini.
We also have plenty of canned vegetables, honey, molasses, salsa, chow-chow, bbq sauces, jellies, jams, soaps, bath salts, scented candles, cut sunflowers, cupcakes and unique handmade crafts.
Anticipated Vendors – Saturday, August 4, 2018:
Adcock Farm
Cakes Delish
Culver Farms Honey
Donation Station
Faulkner Family Farms
Glover Gifts & Crafts
Jerri’s Things
LouMag Ent.
Material Blessings
Pretty Little Cakes
Pretty Tough Stuff Jewelry
Short’s Family Farms
Woodwick Designs
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.
Henderson Lions Club to Meet Thurs., Aug. 9
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy Randy Oxendine, President, Henderson Lions Club
The Henderson Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 9, 2018, at the Henderson Country Club. The speaker will be Dr. Brandon Taylor.
To learn more or join the Lions and be part of an active community service organization, contact any Lions Club member or President Randy Oxendine at 252-438-8034.
Creedmoor Police to Host ‘National Night Out Against Crime’ at South Granville High
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy the City of Creedmoor website
“National Night Out” (NNO) is a crime/drug prevention annual event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW).
NNO is held nationwide with thousands of participating communities joining forces to raise the awareness of crime and drug prevention. This event is intended not only to educate citizens on drug and crime awareness but also to generate support for and assistance in anti-crime efforts. Strengthening police/community relations sends a direct message to criminals letting them know that citizens, as well as communities, are organized and fighting back!
Creedmoor’s National Night Out Celebration
Every year, the Creedmoor Police Department hosts this community event at South Granville High School located on NC-Highway 56 on the first Tuesday of August from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Residents across the county are encouraged to turn off the television, leave troubles behind, and come out to spend a fun-filled evening with their fellow neighbors, family, and police!
Activities include:
Residents are encouraged to register for e-Notification to stay informed of event news and happenings in Creedmoor. Visit the Events Calendar page to learn more about the current year’s National Night Out event.
For more information on recreation programs, be sure to visit the Recreation Programs homepage.
Contact
Events Coordinator
(919) 764-1013
Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland 08/06/18
/by CharleneNews 08/06/18
/by CharleneFriendly Folks and Free Hot Dogs Await at 2018 ‘Night Out Against Crime’
/by Kelly BondurantA reminder that the Henderson/Vance Night Out Against Crime will be held this Tuesday, August 7, 2018, from 5 – 8 p.m. on Breckenridge Street in downtown Henderson.
Events for this year’s Night Out include displays of law enforcement, public safety vehicles and equipment and informational booths. Free hot dogs, drinks, souvenir cups and children’s activities, including face painting and bounce houses, will also be available.
In addition to the Henderson Police Department, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office, Henderson Fire Department, Vance County Fire Department, EMS personnel, NC State Highway Patrol, Crime Stoppers, Vance County Department of Social Services, and Infinite Possibilities, Inc. will also be among the organizations represented at the community event.
“Night Out is held for everyone to see what our community has to offer,” said Lieutenant Jessica West with the Henderson Police Department. “It’s about getting together, having fun and learning about law enforcement; get to know officers one-on-one.”
In case of heavy rain, Night Out will be rescheduled for the following Tuesday, August 14, 2018 – same time and location.
The event coordinator for the Henderson/Vance Night Out Against Crime 2018 is Community Services Sergeant Marti Stewart of the Henderson Police Department. Agencies and organizations involved in public safety and related fields interested in participating in the event may contact Sergeant Marti Stewart at (252) 432-0062 or via email at mstewart@hendersonncpd.org
Yarborough Sentenced to Life Without Parole for First Degree Murder
/by WIZS Staff-Press Release, Office of District Attorney Mike Waters
The session of Franklin County Criminal Superior Trial Court which began on July 9, 2018, concluded this week. Superior Court Judge David Lambeth presided over the four-week-long session. The State of North Carolina was represented by District Attorney Mike Waters and Assistant District Attorney Allison Capps.
The session was devoted to the First Degree Murder trial of Garry A. Yarborough, who was charged with First Degree Murder, Possession of Firearm by Felon, First Degree Kidnapping, Breaking and/or Entering, Assault with a Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Injury, Assault With a Deadly Weapon Intent to Kill, Discharging Weapon into an Occupied Dwelling/Moving Vehicle, and Attempted First Degree Murder. Mr. Yarborough shot the victim, Tracy Williams, in the Food Lion parking lot in Franklinton, on July 26, 2015. After shooting and killing Ms. Williams, Mr. Yarborough fled to a nearby residence where he forced his way in, assaulted the resident, Kim Elmore, and demanded medical treatment. Mr. Yarborough tried to force Ms. Elmore to leave her residence with him. Fortunately, Ms. Elmore was able to lock Mr. Yarborough outside her residence, at which point Mr. Yarborough shot into her home before fleeing.
A Franklin County jury deliberated approximately three hours before returning guilty verdicts on all counts. Judge Lambeth sentenced Mr. Yarborough to life in prison without parole for the First Degree Murder conviction, plus 40 years for the other offenses.
This matter was investigated by the Franklinton Police Department and the Franklin County Sheriffs Office.
Fire Redistricting & Kittrell Water on Agenda for Vance Co. Board’s Aug. Meeting
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy Kelly H. Grissom, Clerk to Board/Executive Asst., County of Vance
Agenda items include:
Water District Board:
– Local Water Supply Plan Approval
– LGC – Kittrell Water SRF Debt Transfer
– Monthly Operations Report
Committee Reports and Recommendations:
– Employee Evaluation Format
– Fire Service Redistricting
– Fire Service Restructure
– EMS Matters
– Broadband Study Updated
– REO Property Offer
– Courtroom Seating Replacement
– DSS Relocation
– Warrenton Road Solid Waste Site
County Manager’s Report
– Legislative Goals
– Commencement Memorandum and Modification – Mako Medical Laboratories
– Economic Development – Land Purchase and Development
Celebrate National Farmers Week at Vance Co. Regional Farmers Market
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy Tracy Madigan, Market Manager, Vance County Regional Farmers Market
The 2018 National Farmers Market Week 2018 is August 5 – 11. This week would be a great opportunity to get out in the community, learn more about your local farmers and produce and go home with delicious goodies for the family. Shopping your Vance County Regional Farmers Market (VCRFM) offers many benefits for individuals and the community.
Farmers markets support local economies by eliminating the “middle man” and allowing more benefits to the farmer, preserving farmland and rural livelihood. Shopping at your VCRFM also allows you to engage with other community members and learn more about where your food is coming from and the farmers who are growing it.
Saving money is another benefit of farmers markets. Since the farmers are able to sell their products directly to the consumer, prices are often lower. The VCRFM also accepts EBT/SNAP transactions for fresh produce, thus increasing the availability of fresh food for low-income families.
The produce at the VCRFM comes from local farms, guaranteeing you receive the freshest in-season produce. In-season produce is higher in nutrients and often better tasting as it is picked at the peak of freshness.
Try choosing something unique each trip to the VCRFM. Get your children involved and try a new type of produce each week.
Get to know your farmers — strike up a conversation with vendors and learn more about them. For example: Where is their farm? Do they grow organic? What is their favorite way to prepare their produce?
Plan your meals around your trip — search for recipes that allow you to implement the different foods from your trip in a different way. Your VCRFM also has seasonal recipes available for you to try.
Enjoy the weather – rain or shine (we are an indoor facility), snatch up some delicious food and support your local farmers’ markets for National Farmers Market Week.
* Excerpts taken from 8/1/18 article by Rachel Werner, registered dietitian at SSM Health/St. Mary’s
What You Will Find at the Market This Week – Saturday, August 4, 2018:
Apples, beets, blackberries, blueberries, butter beans, canary melons, cantaloupe, corn, cucumbers, eggs, eggplant, garlic, green beans, onions, okra, peaches, pork, potatoes, purple hull & crowder peas, squash, tomatoes (green, red & heirloom), watermelon and zucchini.
We also have plenty of canned vegetables, honey, molasses, salsa, chow-chow, bbq sauces, jellies, jams, soaps, bath salts, scented candles, cut sunflowers, cupcakes and unique handmade crafts.
Anticipated Vendors – Saturday, August 4, 2018:
Adcock Farm
Cakes Delish
Culver Farms Honey
Donation Station
Faulkner Family Farms
Glover Gifts & Crafts
Jerri’s Things
LouMag Ent.
Material Blessings
Pretty Little Cakes
Pretty Tough Stuff Jewelry
Short’s Family Farms
Woodwick Designs
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.
H-V Chamber of Commerce Announces Upcoming August Ribbon Cuttings
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce announces two upcoming ribbon cuttings for the month of August – the Salvation Army Thrift Store and Badcock Furniture and More.
The ribbon cutting for the Salvation Army Thrift Store, 2108 Raleigh Road, Henderson, will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 10, 2018.
Badcock Furniture and More, in the Dabney Drive Shopping Center, Henderson, will hold their ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at 11 a.m.
All are invited to attend.
Henderson Rotary Club Yard Sale – This Saturday, Aug. 4
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy the Henderson Rotary Club
The Henderson Rotary Club will hold a yard sale this Saturday, August 4, 2018, from 7 a.m. until “there is nothing left.”
The yard sale will be held in the old Rose Gin & Supply Co. beside Rose Oil Company on US-158 Bypass, Henderson.
Money raised will benefit local community projects of the Henderson Rotary Club.
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