RALEIGH, N.C. (Jan. 18, 2017) – Following several rounds of severe winter weather in many parts of the country, the American Red Cross urges eligible blood and platelet donors to help restock its shelves to overcome a shortage.
Since Dec. 1, about 300 blood drives across 27 states have been forced to cancel due to inclement winter weather, resulting in more than 10,500 blood and platelet donations going uncollected. Despite the weather, hospital patients still rely on transfusions.
Blood donor Jim Taylor knows how it feels to have a loved one waiting for a transfusion. His son Aaron was born with a rare liver condition. In the short two months of his life, he received 115 blood products. Taylor said each transfusion gave his family more time with Aaron, so he encourages others to give.
“When the Red Cross says there is a shortage, they are not exaggerating,” said Taylor. “I now know from experience that what they are saying is somewhere there is a father waiting on the donation that will save his son’s life. When the Red Cross asks for help, what that means is a new dad is praying for a miracle.”
To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Donors are encouraged to make appointments and complete the RapidPass online health history questionnaire at redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to save time when donating.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities:
Franklin
Franklinton
1/28/2017: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Franklinton Baptist Church, 102 West Mason St.
Granville
Creedmoor
1/27/2017: 2:30 p.m. – 7 p.m., Creedmoor United Methodist Church, 214 Park Avenue
Oxford
2/10/2017: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Granville County Shrine Club, 706 Roxboro Road
Stem
2/7/2017: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Granville Central High School, 2043 Sanders Rd
Person
Roxboro
1/26/2017: 1:30 p.m. – 6 p.m., National Guard Armory, 605 Burlington Rd
1/29/2017: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Theresa Baptist, 3919 Chublake Rd
2/10/2017: 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Roxboro Police Department, 109 Lamar St.
Vance
Henderson
1/28/2017: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., St. James Catholic Church, 3275 US 158 Bypass
2/14/2017: 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Vance Granville Community College, 200 Community College Road
Warren
Norlina
1/25/2017: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m., St. Pauls Lutheran Church, 438 Ridgeway Drewry Road
How to help
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
Blood donors can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.
(Press Release)
Town Talk 01/18/17
/by CharleneCooperative Extension with Paul McKenzie 01/18/17
/by CharleneRed Cross critically needs donors after winter weather adds to severe blood shortage
/by WIZS StaffRALEIGH, N.C. (Jan. 18, 2017) – Following several rounds of severe winter weather in many parts of the country, the American Red Cross urges eligible blood and platelet donors to help restock its shelves to overcome a shortage.
Since Dec. 1, about 300 blood drives across 27 states have been forced to cancel due to inclement winter weather, resulting in more than 10,500 blood and platelet donations going uncollected. Despite the weather, hospital patients still rely on transfusions.
Blood donor Jim Taylor knows how it feels to have a loved one waiting for a transfusion. His son Aaron was born with a rare liver condition. In the short two months of his life, he received 115 blood products. Taylor said each transfusion gave his family more time with Aaron, so he encourages others to give.
“When the Red Cross says there is a shortage, they are not exaggerating,” said Taylor. “I now know from experience that what they are saying is somewhere there is a father waiting on the donation that will save his son’s life. When the Red Cross asks for help, what that means is a new dad is praying for a miracle.”
To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Donors are encouraged to make appointments and complete the RapidPass online health history questionnaire at redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to save time when donating.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities:
Franklin
Franklinton
1/28/2017: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Franklinton Baptist Church, 102 West Mason St.
Granville
Creedmoor
1/27/2017: 2:30 p.m. – 7 p.m., Creedmoor United Methodist Church, 214 Park Avenue
Oxford
2/10/2017: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Granville County Shrine Club, 706 Roxboro Road
Stem
2/7/2017: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Granville Central High School, 2043 Sanders Rd
Person
Roxboro
1/26/2017: 1:30 p.m. – 6 p.m., National Guard Armory, 605 Burlington Rd
1/29/2017: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Theresa Baptist, 3919 Chublake Rd
2/10/2017: 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Roxboro Police Department, 109 Lamar St.
Vance
Henderson
1/28/2017: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., St. James Catholic Church, 3275 US 158 Bypass
2/14/2017: 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Vance Granville Community College, 200 Community College Road
Warren
Norlina
1/25/2017: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m., St. Pauls Lutheran Church, 438 Ridgeway Drewry Road
How to help
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
Blood donors can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.
(Press Release)
News 01/18/17
/by LarryHenderson Mayor Eddie Ellington Calls for Special Meeting
/by WIZS StaffMayor Ellington has requested a Special Called Meeting of the Henderson City Council for Monday, January 23, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to consider all items on the January 9, 2017 Regular Meeting agenda that was cancelled due to the inclement weather, plus consideration of the disposition of a jointly held property identified as Bullock Street. This meeting will be held in Council Chambers at City Hall, 134 Rose Avenue, Henderson, NC. The public is welcome to attend.
The Henderson City Council’s Housing Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet in Council Chambers, 134 Rose Avenue, on Thursday, January 19, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to continue review/discussion regarding housing issues. It is possible a quorum of City Council members may attend; however, no action by Council will be taken during this meeting. The public is welcome to attend.
(This content was sent to WIZS News via email from Henderson City Clerk Esther J. McCrackin)
Granville Crime Stoppers Looking for Help with Incidents in Oxford
/by WIZS StaffTO: News Media
FROM: Granville County Crime Stoppers
DATE: January 17th, 2017
SUBJECT: Breaking and Entering/Burglary/Larceny/Vandalism
On Friday, December 30th, 2016 between the hours of 1:30pm and 3:40pm an unknown person or persons unlawfully went upon private property located off Breezing Lane, Oxford, NC and forced entry of a residence, which caused criminal property damage.
On Friday, December 30th, 2016 at approximately 3:00pm an unknown person or persons unlawfully went upon private property off Clear Springs Road, Oxford, NC and forced entry of a residence, which caused criminal property damage and unlawfully removed one 18” Poulan chainsaw, one Poulan gas powered hedge trimmer, one Stanley 12-14 volt drill and impact driver set and one DeWalt tool bag with an 18 volt drill impact driver set.
On Saturday, January 14th, 2017 at approximately 2:00 pm an unknown person or persons unlawfully went upon private property off Squire Lane, Oxford, NC and forced entry of a residence, which caused criminal damage to property and unlawfully removed one old model .22 caliber revolver handgun, one 12 gauge single barrel shotgun, one .32 caliber handgun, one bone collector cross bow, 600 rounds of .22 caliber bullets, 500 .32 caliber bullets, one air wrench in a case and one whole frozen ribeye loin.
Sometime between Saturday, January 14, 2017 during late evening hours and Sunday, January 15th, 2017 mid-morning hours an unknown person or persons went upon several private properties off Hight Road located in Oxford, NC and caused criminal property damage in plowing yards with a vehicle.
If you have information concerning these incidents, please contact the Granville County Sheriff’s Office at 919-693-3213 or call Crime Stoppers 919-693-3100.
THE GRANVILLE COUNTY CRIME STOPPERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS HAS AUTHORIZED THE PAYMENT OF A REWARD OF UP TO $1,000 FOR INFORMATION LEADING TO THE ARREST/INDICTMENT(S) OF PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR THESE CRIMES. IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION CONCERNING THESE CRIMES OR ANY OTHER SERIOUS CRIME(S) IN GRANVILLE COUNTY. YOU ARE ASKED TO CALL THE GRANVILLE COUNTY CRIME STOPPERS IN OXFORD AT 919-693-3100.
More Cellular Added to Standpipe
/by John C. RoseMore Cellular Added to Standpipe
Workers installed additional cellphone cells on the side the standpipe this morning. The City of Henderson is able to lease the space and receive good money. The City owns the standpipe as a part of its water distribution system. For anyone not realizing it, a standpipe is a water tower, which offers water storage and creates water pressure.
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Search Warrant Yields Drug Charges Against Suspect
/by WIZS StaffSearch Warrant Yields Drug Charges Against Suspect
On Saturday, January 14, 2017, members of the Henderson Police Department Special Operations Unit executed a search warrant at 133 College Street in Henderson. An investigation was initiated after receiving citizen’s complaints of drug activity in the area. During the search, officers recovered 51 grams of crack cocaine, 28 grams of marijuana and a Glock handgun.
Barry Henderson, 43 of 133 College Street Henderson was charged with the following charges: two counts of trafficking cocaine, possession with the intent to manufacture, sell, and deliver cocaine, possession with the intent to manufacture, sell, and deliver marijuana, manufacturing
cocaine, manufacturing marijuana, maintaining a dwelling for keeping/selling controlled substances, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Henderson was placed in the Vance County Jail after failing to post a secured 80,000.00 bond. A preliminary hearing has been scheduled in Vance County District Court on January 23, 2017.
Press Release – January 17, 2017
Authority: Chief Marcus Barrow
Town Talk 01/17/17
/by CharleneCooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland 01/17/17
/by Larry