HENDERSON, N.C. (January 18, 2017)—Following the release of their new album “Life is Good” and back by popular demand, the legendary Gospel music group The Hoppers will grace the stage of McGregor Hall Performing Arts and Learning Center in Henderson, N.C., for their second concert there on Saturday, January 28th at 7p.m.
Known as “America’s Favorite Family of Gospel Music,” the multi-award winning group from Madison, N.C., have been singing to global audiences for over 55 years with appearances ranging from presidential religious inaugural ceremonies and New York’s Carnegie Hall to singing conventions and church platforms. Their unique blend of harmonies and song choices have landed them on top of the Billboard and Singing News charts and featured on Gospel music showcases such as The Gaither Homecoming videos and tours.
The Hoppers are comprised of family members Claude and Connie, sons Mike and Dean and his wife, Kim, and their daughter Karlye. A cancer survivor, Connie has been honored with numerous awards, including being inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Sons Dean and Mike have continued the family legacy with their musical talents and business abilities; and Kim, Dean’s wife, hails from her own nationally acclaimed musical family, The Greenes.
The Hoppers will be joined by two local opening acts: Unashamed and Lynn Cooper. Unashamed, a Southern Gospel Quartet from Henderson, N.C., are comprised of Bill Wheeler (bass), Chris Jarrell (baritone), Scott Brantley (lead) and Cliff Reavis (tenor). From a Country/Bluegrass sound to more progressive Southern Gospel, the quartet offers something pleasing for everyone.
Lynn Cooper is a rising Gospel/Christian recording artist from Durham County, N.C., who now resides in Granville County, N.C., with her family. This past December (2016), Lynn released her first Christian album titled “A Person From The Pew,” which was recorded and produced by three-time Grammy Award recipient Tre Corley of Oak Tree Studios in Hendersonville, Tenn. Along with her music ministry, Lynn and her husband, Joe Don, produce “House of Fate Ministries,” a faith-based performance held at Tungsten Baptist Church in Henderson, N.C.
For more information on the concert, visit www.McGregorHall.org, (252) 598-0662 or visit the box office at 201 Breckenridge Street in downtown Henderson.
For More Information About McGregor Hall, Contact:
Tommy Deadwyler, Executive Director
McGregor Hall Performing Arts & Learning Center
201 Breckenridge St., Henderson, NC 27536
(252) 598-0662
tommydeadwyler@mcgregorhall.org
News 01/20/17
/by LarryWarren County DUI Case
/by WIZS StaffWARRENTON, NC— A session of Warren County Criminal Superior Trial Court was held during the week of January 17, 2017, and presided over by the Honorable Michael O’Foghludha. During the week long session the District Attorney’s Office presented the case of State vs. Harold Jay Whitney. Mr. Whitney was represented by attorney Mitch Styers.
Mr. Whitney was charged with Driving While Impaired and Driving Left of Center after being stopped by Troopers Burrell and Settles of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol on May 23, 2014. Both Troopers testified that Mr. Whitney was driving on the wrong side of the road near the intersection of Churchill Road and U.S. 158 in Warren County.
Mr. Whitney was either unable or unwilling to produce a breath sample, so there was no exact determination as to the level of alcohol in his system.
Jurors had to rely on observations and testimony regarding his ability to complete the performance testing conducted by Trooper Burrell. The case was presented to a Warren County Jury by Assistant District Attorney Mark L. Gregory, and the jury returned a guilty verdict.
Mr. Whitney was sentenced to a 30 day active sentence which was suspended for 12 months of unsupervised probation.
(Press Release from the DA)
Old Vance County Animal Shelter Building Under Discussion
/by WIZS StaffTo the Press:
Please be informed that the county’s properties committee (Brummit, Kelly, Wilder) is scheduled to meet Thursday, January 26 at 4:00 p.m. to discuss the old animal shelter building. The meeting will be held in the administrative conference room.
All commissioners are invited to attend.
Thank you,
Kelly H. Grissom
Clerk to Board/Executive Asst.
County of Vance
122 Young Street, Suite B
Henderson, NC 27536
Phone: 252-738-2003
Fax: 252-738-2039
(Info received via email to the local press)
The Hoppers Return to Henderson
/by WIZS StaffHENDERSON, N.C. (January 18, 2017)—Following the release of their new album “Life is Good” and back by popular demand, the legendary Gospel music group The Hoppers will grace the stage of McGregor Hall Performing Arts and Learning Center in Henderson, N.C., for their second concert there on Saturday, January 28th at 7p.m.
Known as “America’s Favorite Family of Gospel Music,” the multi-award winning group from Madison, N.C., have been singing to global audiences for over 55 years with appearances ranging from presidential religious inaugural ceremonies and New York’s Carnegie Hall to singing conventions and church platforms. Their unique blend of harmonies and song choices have landed them on top of the Billboard and Singing News charts and featured on Gospel music showcases such as The Gaither Homecoming videos and tours.
The Hoppers are comprised of family members Claude and Connie, sons Mike and Dean and his wife, Kim, and their daughter Karlye. A cancer survivor, Connie has been honored with numerous awards, including being inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Sons Dean and Mike have continued the family legacy with their musical talents and business abilities; and Kim, Dean’s wife, hails from her own nationally acclaimed musical family, The Greenes.
The Hoppers will be joined by two local opening acts: Unashamed and Lynn Cooper. Unashamed, a Southern Gospel Quartet from Henderson, N.C., are comprised of Bill Wheeler (bass), Chris Jarrell (baritone), Scott Brantley (lead) and Cliff Reavis (tenor). From a Country/Bluegrass sound to more progressive Southern Gospel, the quartet offers something pleasing for everyone.
Lynn Cooper is a rising Gospel/Christian recording artist from Durham County, N.C., who now resides in Granville County, N.C., with her family. This past December (2016), Lynn released her first Christian album titled “A Person From The Pew,” which was recorded and produced by three-time Grammy Award recipient Tre Corley of Oak Tree Studios in Hendersonville, Tenn. Along with her music ministry, Lynn and her husband, Joe Don, produce “House of Fate Ministries,” a faith-based performance held at Tungsten Baptist Church in Henderson, N.C.
For more information on the concert, visit www.McGregorHall.org, (252) 598-0662 or visit the box office at 201 Breckenridge Street in downtown Henderson.
For More Information About McGregor Hall, Contact:
Tommy Deadwyler, Executive Director
McGregor Hall Performing Arts & Learning Center
201 Breckenridge St., Henderson, NC 27536
(252) 598-0662
tommydeadwyler@mcgregorhall.org
Town Talk 01/19/17
/by CharleneCooperative Extension with Jean Bell 01/19/17
/by CharleneVance County Schools Schedule Changes and Snow Makeup
/by WIZS StaffVance County Schools Schedule Changes and Snow Makeup
Changes have been made in the school year calendar for Vance County Schools in order to make up the three student days missed due to recent snowfall.
Friday, January 20, and Monday, January 23, are now full school days for students.
The first semester of the school year will end on Wednesday, January 25, except at Early College High School.
First semester exams are being administered at the high schools, except Early College High School, January 19-20 and January 23-25.
Thursday, January 26, will be a teacher workday, except at Early College High School, with no school for students.
The mid-year graduation at Western Vance High School will be held during the evening of Thursday, January 26.
The second semester will begin at all schools, except Early College, on Friday, January 27.
Report cards will be distributed on Wednesday, February 1.
Wednesday, February 15, will now be a full school day for students. It was originally scheduled as an early release day, except at Early College.
Friday, June 9, will now be the last day of classes for the school year at all schools, except Early College.
Vance County Schools
For Immediate Release
News 01/19/17
/by LarryAnimal Kingdom Show 01/18/17
/by CharlenePre-K and Kindergarten Registration begins for Vance County Schools
/by WIZS StaffParents should begin now applying for their child to attend pre-kindergarten and registering their child for kindergarten classes for the 2017-2018 school year.
Parents should contact the elementary school in the area where they live to get registration information.
We urge parents also to watch out for more information soon on special events and activities at our elementary schools for children who will be eligible to attend pre-kindergarten and kindergarten next school year.
Any child who will be four years old by August 31 of this year is eligible for pre-kindergarten for the new year and any child who will be five years old by August 31 is eligible to attend kindergarten.
(Vance County Schools News Release)