Jimmy Barrier describes the upcoming performance at the local Salvation Army as a Gaither-style event.
If you don’t know exactly what that means, then by all means, come out at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11 to “An Acoustical Christmas.” And if you enjoy that Gaither style of musical performance, then you already know you’re in for a treat.
Barrier will share emcee duties with the Salvation Army’s Capt. Joshua Keaton, but he will also be behind his familiar bass as he and the Sound Barriers fill the air with Christmas music and other favorites with that Gaither-style Southern Gospel feel.
The concert is free and open to the public and will be held at the Salvation Army, 2292 Ross Mill Rd.
A love offering will be taken to benefit the Anchor of Hope and the Red Shield Club, he told John C. Rose on Monday’s TownTalk. Anchor of Hope is a women’s ministry that helps individuals in need and the Red Shield Club is the after-school program.
“It’s all acoustic, all live,” Barrier explained, “so if you make a mistake, everybody hears it.”
It didn’t take much to get Capt. Keaton and his wife, Capt. Amanda Keaton, on board with the project.
“They were elated to have the Gaither-style Christmas program,” Barrier said, adding that he hoped to make the concert an annual event and name it for the late Gill Clopton, who originally had the idea.
“I want to do that and honor him in that way,” Barrier said. He recalled that Clopton was very happy that the program had been scheduled.
Barrier said he and his wife were out shopping for blankets to donate to the Anchor of Hope’s blanket ministry the day before Thanksgiving and he found himself in the presence of someone singing Christmas carols – right inside the store.
Before he knew it, and to his wife’s chagrin, Barrier was performing a duet with Evelyn Couch.
“We started singing Christmas carols in Rose’s at the top of our lungs,” Barrier said.
But the duets didn’t stop there. He invited Couch to come and sing with the group at the recent McGregor Hall community concert last weekend.
“It was wonderful,” Barrier said of last weekend’s performance at McGregor Hall, sponsored by the Vance County Arts Council.
She will join Barrier again at the Dec. 11 concert to perform “O Holy Night.”
“She sings the fire out of it,” Barrier said.
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Upcoming S-Line Rail Project Updates Set For Henderson, Norlina
/by WIZS StaffArea residents have a couple of opportunities this week to hear updates about the planned S-Line rail project that includes stops in Henderson and Norlina as part of a 95-mile stretch of rail that that ultimately will connect Richmond and Tampa.
If you’re planning to attend the Henderson Christmas parade Saturday afternoon, then Sadie’s Coffee Corner is the place where a community “pop-up” event will be held.
Stop by anytime between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. at the 324 S. Garnett St. location to learn the latest about the S-Line and transit-oriented development.
A second opportunity takes place Friday, Dec. 2 outside Rachel’s Whistle Stop in Norlina. There will be an information table set up for interested individuals to stop by any time between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., according to information from Warren County Director of Community and Economic Development Charla Duncan.
Rachel’s Whistle Stop is located at 123 Hyco St. in Norlina.
Consultants working with the NC DOT Rail Division will provide updates at each event.
The State of North Carolina’s S-Line project includes six other communities in the region that fall along a 95-mile-long section of the S-Line rail corridor including Apex, Franklinton, Henderson, Raleigh, Sanford, Wake Forest, and Youngsville.
Transit-oriented development has a goal to connect communities and public spaces by increasing accessibility without having to rely on a personal vehicle.
Learn more at https://www.ncdot.gov/divisions/rail/s-line-study.
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The Local Skinny! Animal Services Gets $13K For Spay/Neuter Program
/by WIZS StaffThanks to a donation of $13,000 from a nonprofit dog rescue group, the Vance County Animal Services is able to offer free spay and neuter services for dogs and cats in the area.
Frankie Nobles, chief of Vance County Animal Services, said the gift came from the Mona Pants Foundation, a 501c3 organization that is based in Zebulon.
According to information from animal services, residents who turn in a litter of puppies or kittens to the shelter can have their intact dog or cat spayed or neutered at no charge.
Feral or otherwise unowned cats can be spayed or neutered as well as part of a trap-neuter-release effort. And any animals that are brought to the shelter can be spayed or neutered at no charge to the owner in lieu of having to pay fees for reclaiming or redeeming them.
In addition to providing a free service for individuals with pets living in the community, the additional spay and neutering program likely will reduce the number of unwanted animals being dropped off at the shelter.
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TownTalk: Salvation Army Kettle Drive And Music For The Holidays
/by Laura GabelJimmy Barrier describes the upcoming performance at the local Salvation Army as a Gaither-style event.
If you don’t know exactly what that means, then by all means, come out at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11 to “An Acoustical Christmas.” And if you enjoy that Gaither style of musical performance, then you already know you’re in for a treat.
Barrier will share emcee duties with the Salvation Army’s Capt. Joshua Keaton, but he will also be behind his familiar bass as he and the Sound Barriers fill the air with Christmas music and other favorites with that Gaither-style Southern Gospel feel.
The concert is free and open to the public and will be held at the Salvation Army, 2292 Ross Mill Rd.
A love offering will be taken to benefit the Anchor of Hope and the Red Shield Club, he told John C. Rose on Monday’s TownTalk. Anchor of Hope is a women’s ministry that helps individuals in need and the Red Shield Club is the after-school program.
“It’s all acoustic, all live,” Barrier explained, “so if you make a mistake, everybody hears it.”
It didn’t take much to get Capt. Keaton and his wife, Capt. Amanda Keaton, on board with the project.
“They were elated to have the Gaither-style Christmas program,” Barrier said, adding that he hoped to make the concert an annual event and name it for the late Gill Clopton, who originally had the idea.
“I want to do that and honor him in that way,” Barrier said. He recalled that Clopton was very happy that the program had been scheduled.
Barrier said he and his wife were out shopping for blankets to donate to the Anchor of Hope’s blanket ministry the day before Thanksgiving and he found himself in the presence of someone singing Christmas carols – right inside the store.
Before he knew it, and to his wife’s chagrin, Barrier was performing a duet with Evelyn Couch.
“We started singing Christmas carols in Rose’s at the top of our lungs,” Barrier said.
But the duets didn’t stop there. He invited Couch to come and sing with the group at the recent McGregor Hall community concert last weekend.
“It was wonderful,” Barrier said of last weekend’s performance at McGregor Hall, sponsored by the Vance County Arts Council.
She will join Barrier again at the Dec. 11 concert to perform “O Holy Night.”
“She sings the fire out of it,” Barrier said.
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Sheriff Offers Tips for Safe Shopping
/by WIZS Staff— press release —
“The holiday season is right around the corner and shoppers are crowding stores and shopping online for the latest gadgets and to find the best deals,” said Sheriff Curtis R. Brame of Vance County.
Shoppers also need to consider their safety when shopping in person and online. According to Brame, “This time of year attracts more shopping-related criminal activity because of the larger crowds and the extended store hours. These factors, and the usual distraction of shopping, create a more favorable environment for petty thieves and other offenders.”
The Sheriff reminds all Vance County residents to follow these safety tips:
In-Person Shopping Safety:
According to Brame, “During this time of year, busy holiday shoppers become careless and vulnerable to credit and gift card fraud. Online scammers are also on the rise. However, taking a few preventive measures can help.”
Online Shopping Safety:
Credit Card Fraud:
Gift Card Fraud:
In light of these problems, Brame warns shoppers to be careful so that they don’t become the victim of criminal activity.
“Unfortunately, when shopping online and in-person, people have a tendency to let their guard down,” said Brame. “However, paying attention and taking precautions can help eliminate their chances of being victimized.”
Community Partners Of Hope Seeks Donations For Men’s Shelter
/by WIZS StaffCommunity Partners of Hope is reaching out this holiday season to ask for donations to provide to the men who come for respite and a warm night’s sleep at the men’s shelter.
The shelter needs snack items like breakfast bars, single-serving sizes of snacks, chips and other individually wrapped cakes and cookies, as well as cases of bottled water, tea or sodas, preferably 12-ounce cans or bottles.
Other favorites include Pop-Tarts, tins of Vienna sausage and fruit cups.
In addition to the food items, the shelter needs paper towels, tall kitchen trash bags (13-gallon size) Clorox cleanup spray, laundry detergent (pods, please) and extra-large black garbage bags (39+-gallon size).
“For some reason we are not receiving as many supply donations as we have in the past and it’s a struggle for our shelter managers,” according to a newsletter from the Community Partners of Hope.
Donations may be dropped off at First Presbyterian Church Monday-Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or call 252.432.9494 to arrange a drop-off time. Cases of bottled water may be left outside the shelter, but other items should be received by someone at the church during the designated times.
The shelter currently has enough hand sanitizer, toiletries, toothbrushes and toothpaste on hand to share with the men, and they have plenty of bedding. Shelter staff are not accepting used clothing or food that needs to be heated.
There are opportunities for providing meals to the men who come to the shelter. To learn more, click THIS LINK.
Put Donation To BGCNCNC On Your “To-Do” List
/by WIZS StaffThe Thanksgiving holiday kicks off in earnest a season of giving, and there are several different ways to make donations that will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central North Carolina in the coming days and weeks.
Of course, a check mailed to BGCNCNC, P.O. Box 176, Oxford, NC 27565 is always welcome, said CEO Donyell “DJ” Jones, and something for individuals to consider on Giving Tuesday, coming up next week.
Jones said a link will go live on BGCNCNC’s Facebook page Wednesday to make a donation quick and easy.
There are two toy drives underway as well – one in Oxford by Will Jakes, whose Edward Jones office collects new, unwrapped gifts for club members in Granville County.
Jones said the Zeta Alpha chapter of Omega Psi Phi fraternity is sponsoring toy drives across the counties that have clubs as well. “They are really committed about spreading the love and supporting the counties,” Jones said.
Following is a list of collection locations and deadlines:
Through generous donations from the community last year, Jones said every club member received a gift for Christmas.
He said he hopes that financial contributions come in between now and the end of the year to help “give us a leg up in 2023.”
Whether it’s a check in the mail, a click on the Facebook page or a gift for a child, Jones said efforts from a caring community “truly make a difference for our young people.”
Kitchen Safety Tips For Thanksgiving Weekend Cooks
/by WIZS StaffKitchens everywhere are gearing up for the Main Event – roasting turkeys for Thanksgiving. And home cooks, whether experienced or new to preparing holiday dinners, need to remember a few safety tips to keep from becoming a Thanksgiving Day statistic.
According to data from National Fire Protection Association, Thanksgiving Day represents the leading day of the year for home cooking fires. Between three and four times as many cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving Day as a typical day of the year.
“Thanksgiving is a hectic holiday, with multiple dishes cooking and baking at the same time, along with lots of guests, entertaining, and other distractions in the home that can make it easy to lose sight of what’s on the stove or in the oven,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of outreach and advocacy at NFPA. “Unattended cooking is the leading cause of home cooking fires, so we strongly encourage people keep a close eye on what they’re cooking and to minimize the likelihood of getting distracted.”
NFPA data shows that cooking was the leading cause of reported home structure fires and civilian fire injuries and the second-leading cause of civilian fire deaths and direct property damage, on annual average between 2015-2019. On Thanksgiving Day alone, an estimated 1,400 home cooking fires were reported to U.S. fire departments in 2019, reflecting a 228 percent increase over the daily average.
“The good news is that the vast majority of cooking fires are preventable,” said Carli. “By taking simple steps and precautions to minimize the likelihood of having a cooking fire, everyone can enjoy a festive, fire-safe Thanksgiving.”
Following are tips and recommendations from NFPA to help people cook safely this Thanksgiving:
In addition, NFPA strongly discourages the use of turkey fryers that use cooking oil, which can cause devastating burns. For a safe alternative, NFPA recommends purchasing a fried turkey from a grocery store or restaurant or buying a fryer that does not use oil.
Home and Garden Show
/by Bill HarrisOn the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext.
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