The Vance-Granville Community College Vanguards women’s volleyball program paid tribute to its sophomore leaders on Oct. 11, just before a match with conference rival Davidson County Community College at Aycock Recreation Center in Henderson.
The two second-year players rounding out their VGCC playing careers are Jesse Edwards and Kiyanna Kearney, both of Henderson. Edwards is a Northern Vance High School graduate, while Kearney is a product of Southern Vance High School, where she played not only volleyball but also softball and basketball. Edwards is a College Transfer student at VGCC, with plans to enter the Associate Degree Nursing program in 2017. Kearney, meanwhile, is studying Criminal Justice.
The “Sophomore Night” match turned out to be a thriller. A hard-fought first set ended with a 25-23 victory for the Storm from Davidson County, who then secured a more dominant 25-14 victory in the second set. But the Vanguards came back to win the third set, 25-22, and the fourth, 25-20, forcing a decisive fifth set. The Storm edged out the home team, 15-12, to win the match with a 3-2 victory.
VGCC’s two sophomores were, as usual, key players that evening. Kearney led her squad with 20 kills, with Edwards second at 16. Kearney also had the most digs (31) and solo blocks (4). Meanwhile, freshman Stormi Abernathy contributed all 50 of the team’s recorded assists, along with 19 digs. Katelynn Ray, also a freshman, made 19 digs as well, while Edwards posted 17 digs.
The loss brought VGCC’s record to 11-7, and followed a pair of conference wins (3-1, 3-0) over Rockingham Community College.
News 10/25/16
/by LarryCommunity Voices Session I
/by WIZS StaffThe Community Voices Program kick-off took place last week and was a great start to what we hope will be something wonderful for Henderson/Vance County–citizens working together to build a strong community.
Co-sponsored by NC Agricultural & Technical State University in Greensboro, and Vance County Cooperative Extension, the training sessions already have members of our community who are trained to ready to serve as facilitators for this program. And there is no cost to participate.
Even if you missed the kick-off, please come to Session I which will be held on Thursday, October 27, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market located at 210 Southpark Drive (off Beckford Drive) in Henderson.
Please call 252-438-8188 to sign up to attend next week’s session so we may have adequate supplies ready for you. Also, please feel free to promote this to someone in your community who might like to participate.
This training series is designed for:
Sessions may be scheduled different days of the week to accommodate the participants’ schedules and the holidays. Following is a list of the training topics to be discussed:
Vance County School Update 10/24/16
/by CharleneH/V Chamber Holds Ribbon Cutting for Lifestyle Furniture and Mattress Gallery
/by WIZS StaffThe Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting ceremony for Lifestyle Furniture and Mattress Gallery. The community was invited to come out and meet the staff, show their support, and learn all about this local business. The event began at 10:00 AM at their 135 US 158 Bypass location in Henderson.
Lifestyle Furniture & Mattress Gallery now serving in the Henderson and Oxford areas along with their other location in Farmville, Virginia. Operating hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Closed on Wednesday and Sunday.
At Lifestyle Furniture and Mattress Gallery, they specialize in home furnishings for your living room, dining room and bedroom at affordable prices. They also offer home accessories to accent any space in your home. Whether you are shopping for a bedroom or dining room set, sofas, loveseats or mattresses, they can help you find the perfect style to furnish your home.
They carry major brand names such as LA-Z-BOY, Ashley, Southern Motion, Liberty, Jackson, Catnapper, Tempur-Pedic and much more.
Lifestyle Furniture and Mattress Gallery is a proud member of the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce. For more information, please call 252-430-7283 or check them out on the web at www.lifestylefmg.com.
Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland 10/24/16
/by CharleneTown Talk 10/24/16
/by CharleneNews 10/24/16
/by LarryIncident on Main Campus Reported at Vance-Granville Community College
/by WIZS StaffOn Thursday September 22nd at around 4:00 p.m., Joshua Abraham Coles, 26, of 11 Delta Place, Henderson was charged with misdemeanor assault on a Government Employee, resisting a public officer, and second degree trespass on the main campus of Vance-Granville Community College.
Information published in a Public Information Release said, “Mr. Coles was a person of interest in an investigation being conducted by the VGCC campus police department. He was asked to leave the campus. He refused to leave and assaulted a security officer and a campus police officer. No injuries reported from the suspect or officers involved.”
VGCC Women’s Volleyball team honors sophomores
/by WIZS StaffThe Vance-Granville Community College Vanguards women’s volleyball program paid tribute to its sophomore leaders on Oct. 11, just before a match with conference rival Davidson County Community College at Aycock Recreation Center in Henderson.
The two second-year players rounding out their VGCC playing careers are Jesse Edwards and Kiyanna Kearney, both of Henderson. Edwards is a Northern Vance High School graduate, while Kearney is a product of Southern Vance High School, where she played not only volleyball but also softball and basketball. Edwards is a College Transfer student at VGCC, with plans to enter the Associate Degree Nursing program in 2017. Kearney, meanwhile, is studying Criminal Justice.
The “Sophomore Night” match turned out to be a thriller. A hard-fought first set ended with a 25-23 victory for the Storm from Davidson County, who then secured a more dominant 25-14 victory in the second set. But the Vanguards came back to win the third set, 25-22, and the fourth, 25-20, forcing a decisive fifth set. The Storm edged out the home team, 15-12, to win the match with a 3-2 victory.
VGCC’s two sophomores were, as usual, key players that evening. Kearney led her squad with 20 kills, with Edwards second at 16. Kearney also had the most digs (31) and solo blocks (4). Meanwhile, freshman Stormi Abernathy contributed all 50 of the team’s recorded assists, along with 19 digs. Katelynn Ray, also a freshman, made 19 digs as well, while Edwards posted 17 digs.
The loss brought VGCC’s record to 11-7, and followed a pair of conference wins (3-1, 3-0) over Rockingham Community College.
Allure Xtensions Celebrates H/V Chamber Ribbon Cutting
/by WIZS StaffA ribbon cutting was held on Thursday, October 13th for Allure Xtensions Hair Boutique to celebrate this new business and membership with the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce. Friends and family of owner Winter McMannen, chamber staff and local dignitary and businesses joined them in their celebration at their 939C West Andrews Avenue location in Henderson.
Allure Xtensions Hair Boutique has spent a great deal of time searching and insuring that they can provide the highest quality of Virgin Hair to all of their customers at a very affordable price. They want to promote the inner and outer beauty of every woman. Having beautiful hair and the opportunity to create any desired look makes women feel self-confident and beautiful. Allure Xtensions wants to leave their imprint in the sand just to show who they are! They are Allure Xtensions, where it isn’t just a hairstyle, it’s a lifestyle!
To learn more about Allure Xtensions check them out on the web at www.alluregirls.org or visit them at their 939C West Andrews location. You can also reach them at 919-691-2977.