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Ernestine Bazemore, the Democratic candidate for the District 3 NC Senate Seat, appeared on WIZS Town Talk Monday at 11 a.m.
Bazemore, of Bertie County, will face Republican candidate and Vance County resident Thomas “Tommy” S. Hester, Jr. for the seat that represents Beaufort, Bertie, Martin, Northampton, Vance and Warren County.
Raised with six siblings, Bazemore said she learned the value of a good education and the importance of serving others. She earned a B.S. in Criminology & Criminal Justice and served for 28 years in the Bertie County School System in various roles.
Bazemore was elected to the Bertie County Board of Commissioners in 2014, serving as chair in 2018. According to her campaign website, she was also appointed by NC Governor Roy Cooper as a Trustee for Roanoke Chowan Community College and continues to serve on several state and national boards, including:
• District 2 Director for the State of North Carolina (North Carolina Association of County Officials)
• Bertie County DSS Board
• Trillium Regional Board and the Governing Board
• Bertie County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC)
• North Carolina Association of County Commissioners Board of Trustees
Bazemore provided the following responses to questions asked during the Town Talk segment:
How will you use your voice to represent your district’s concerns?
“I want to hear from the people. I’m running to serve the people, not myself. There will be a place to call to share their [citizens’] concerns. Preferably, COVID will be over so I can visit in person. If not, we’ll do it virtually or by phone conference, so there is still a way to communicate with my constituents.”
What are the issues people are sharing with you while you’re campaigning?
“Broadband is a major concern across all the counties; not all areas are currently being served. Also, the services offered by rural hospitals as well as Medicaid expansion are big concerns.”
Your webpage mentions unlimited promise for businesses and children. How can you help with that?
“Tier One counties need economic stabilization. COVID-19 has left us in a horrible situation. I’ll be seeking monies from federal funds to help stabilize our communities. Also, education should be at the forefront. We have very good teachers, but the salary is low; therefore, people are leaving education to find other jobs.”
What are some examples you’d point to of helping others?
“As a commissioner, I pushed for Bertie County to implement the quarter-cent sales tax increase. Bertie was one of the last NC counties to receive it. My vote was to give the money to education because we are such a poor county, and there is no money for education. It [sales tax increase] has all been devoted to education. If we are expected to compete with Wake County, Mecklenburg County and other larger counties, we have to put money into our school systems.
I’m also proud of the creation of Bertie Beach. It was such an exciting journey to see that come to fruition. Now Bertie is becoming a destination.”
Why is now the right time for you to seek the NC Senate seat?
“When I became a commissioner, I realized my desire to serve the citizens was stronger than I even imagined. Instead of talking about the troubles, I decided to help solve the troubles, so I ran. It’s an exhilarating feeling when you know you have helped make someone’s life a little bit better. Senator Erica Smith-Ingram has decided to run for US Senate, so maybe this is my time to serve a larger base of people.”
For additional information on Bazemore and her campaign, visit www.bazemoresenate.com.
To hear the interview in its entirety, including additional questions and responses from Bazemore, go to WIZS.com and click on Town Talk.
(This is not a paid political advertisement. Political candidates are offered equal air time/coverage on WIZS.)
Vance Co. BOE Announces Important General Election Dates, Reminders
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-Information courtesy the Vance County Board of Elections
The Vance County Board of Elections (VCBOE) has announced important upcoming November 2020 General Election dates, deadlines and reminders.
November 2020 General Election Important Dates:
Friday, September 4, 2020 – Absentee Voting by Mail Begins
Friday, October 9, 2020 – Voter Registration Deadline
Thursday, October 15, 2020 – One-Stop Voting (Early Voting) Begins
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 – Last Day to Request an Absentee Ballot by Mail
Saturday, October 31, 2020 – One-Stop Voting (Early Voting) Ends
Tuesday, November 3, 2020 – Last Day to Return an Absentee Ballot by Mail
Tuesday, November 3, 2020 – November Election Day
Friday, November 13, 2020 – County Canvass
Deadlines for Absentee Voting by Mail for the 2020 General Election
October 15, 2020 – October 27, 2020
Requests are accepted on the approved State Absentee by Mail Request Form only and ballots are mailed by the Board of Elections Office.
October 27, 2020 – November 3, 2020
Valid in-person requests are accepted for sick and disabled voters at the Board of Elections Office.
Ballots must be returned by November 3, 2020, at 5 p.m. or be post-marked by November 3, 2020, and received by mail no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2020.
Reminders on Absentee Voting by Mail
The absentee ballot envelope, where indicated, must have one witness and their signature and the voter’s signature or mark. Only the voter or the voter’s near relative or the voter’s verifiable legal guardian is allowed to request or return the voter’s absentee ballot materials.
To Request an Absentee Ballot by Mail
Voter or voter’s near relative or verifiable legal guardian must fill out and sign the State Absentee Ballot Request Form. Request forms are available at the Vance County Board of Elections Office, mailed by request from the VCBOE or online at www.ncsbe.gov.
Same-Day Registration
Those who miss the October 9, 2020, voter registration deadline may register to vote during the One-Stop Voting (Early Voting). Click here for a list of Vance County’s early voting dates and sites.
Out of Precinct Voting
Voters who appear on Election Day in the correct county but in the improper precinct may cast a provisional ballot which will be counted for all contests in which the voter was eligible to participate.
For more information, visit the Vance County Board of Elections website (click here) or call the VCBOE at (252) 492-3730. The VCBOE office is located at 300 S. Garnett Street in Henderson, NC. Director Faye Gill is also available by email at fgill@vancecounty.org.
Henderson City Council’s Land Planning Committee to Meet Sept. 3
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-Information courtesy the City of Henderson
The Henderson City Council’s Land Planning Committee will meet at 3 p.m. on Thursday, September 3, 2020, in Council Chambers at City Hall, 134 Rose Avenue in Henderson.
The purpose of this meeting is to consider an offer to purchase City-owned property. The public is welcome to observe.
Kerr-Tar COG Awarded Funding to Assist Eligible Residents With Home Repairs
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-Press Release, Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments
The Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments (COG) has been awarded $200,000 by the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency (NCHFA) under the 2020 cycle of the Urgent Repair Program to assist residents in the counties of Franklin, Granville, Person, Vance and Warren.
The Urgent Repair Program finances emergency home repairs for homeowners who are elderly or have special needs and whose incomes are below 50% of the median for the area. Only repairs that address imminent threats to the life and/or safety of occupants of the dwelling unit or accessibility modifications will be performed under the program. A total of 18 households are projected to be assisted.
In the Urgent Repair Program, one or two critical problems may be repaired, but the entire house is not addressed. Examples of work typically done under this program include roof or HVAC system repair, well or septic system repairs, adding accessibility features like ramps, bathroom grab bars and wider doors.
The COG will provide assistance, to those whose homes are selected for repairs, in the form of a loan. Homeowners will receive an unsecured deferred, interest-free loan, forgiven at a rate of $2,000 per year until the principal balance is reduced to zero. The maximum amount of the loan available is $10,000.
Applications are available starting September 1, 2020, and must be returned to the COG office by 5 p.m. on November 1, 2020. Clients to be assisted will be selected by January 1, 2021.
The application and program information are available on the Kerr-Tar Regional COG website at www.kerrtarcog.org or by calling (252) 436-2040.
The funds provided by the NCHFA for the Urgent Repair Program come from the North Carolina Housing Trust Fund.
Town Talk 08/31/20: Ernestine Bazemore, NC Senate District 3 Dem. Candidate
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Ernestine Bazemore, the Democratic candidate for the District 3 NC Senate Seat, appeared on WIZS Town Talk Monday at 11 a.m.
Bazemore, of Bertie County, will face Republican candidate and Vance County resident Thomas “Tommy” S. Hester, Jr. for the seat that represents Beaufort, Bertie, Martin, Northampton, Vance and Warren County.
Raised with six siblings, Bazemore said she learned the value of a good education and the importance of serving others. She earned a B.S. in Criminology & Criminal Justice and served for 28 years in the Bertie County School System in various roles.
Candidate
Bazemore was elected to the Bertie County Board of Commissioners in 2014, serving as chair in 2018. According to her campaign website, she was also appointed by NC Governor Roy Cooper as a Trustee for Roanoke Chowan Community College and continues to serve on several state and national boards, including:
• District 2 Director for the State of North Carolina (North Carolina Association of County Officials)
• Bertie County DSS Board
• Trillium Regional Board and the Governing Board
• Bertie County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC)
• North Carolina Association of County Commissioners Board of Trustees
Bazemore provided the following responses to questions asked during the Town Talk segment:
How will you use your voice to represent your district’s concerns?
“I want to hear from the people. I’m running to serve the people, not myself. There will be a place to call to share their [citizens’] concerns. Preferably, COVID will be over so I can visit in person. If not, we’ll do it virtually or by phone conference, so there is still a way to communicate with my constituents.”
What are the issues people are sharing with you while you’re campaigning?
“Broadband is a major concern across all the counties; not all areas are currently being served. Also, the services offered by rural hospitals as well as Medicaid expansion are big concerns.”
Your webpage mentions unlimited promise for businesses and children. How can you help with that?
“Tier One counties need economic stabilization. COVID-19 has left us in a horrible situation. I’ll be seeking monies from federal funds to help stabilize our communities. Also, education should be at the forefront. We have very good teachers, but the salary is low; therefore, people are leaving education to find other jobs.”
What are some examples you’d point to of helping others?
“As a commissioner, I pushed for Bertie County to implement the quarter-cent sales tax increase. Bertie was one of the last NC counties to receive it. My vote was to give the money to education because we are such a poor county, and there is no money for education. It [sales tax increase] has all been devoted to education. If we are expected to compete with Wake County, Mecklenburg County and other larger counties, we have to put money into our school systems.
I’m also proud of the creation of Bertie Beach. It was such an exciting journey to see that come to fruition. Now Bertie is becoming a destination.”
Why is now the right time for you to seek the NC Senate seat?
“When I became a commissioner, I realized my desire to serve the citizens was stronger than I even imagined. Instead of talking about the troubles, I decided to help solve the troubles, so I ran. It’s an exhilarating feeling when you know you have helped make someone’s life a little bit better. Senator Erica Smith-Ingram has decided to run for US Senate, so maybe this is my time to serve a larger base of people.”
For additional information on Bazemore and her campaign, visit www.bazemoresenate.com.
To hear the interview in its entirety, including additional questions and responses from Bazemore, go to WIZS.com and click on Town Talk.
(This is not a paid political advertisement. Political candidates are offered equal air time/coverage on WIZS.)
Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland 08-31-20 – Disaster Plan
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‘Melanin Marquee’ Rescheduled for Tues., Sept. 1
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-Information courtesy McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center
Due to unforeseen technical difficulties experienced Sunday evening, McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center has rescheduled the “Melanin Marquee – A Black Broadway Cabaret” for Tuesday, September 1, 2020, at 7:30 p.m.
The performance will be shown live via the McGregor Hall Facebook page.
Enjoy this incredible lineup of the region’s finest performers free-of-charge from the comfort of your home. A donation link will be available to support McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center.
Make sure to visit the McGregor Hall Facebook page to read the artists’ profiles before tuning in to the live performance.
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Vance Co. Board of Elections Announces Early Voting Dates, Sites
/by WIZS StaffTHIS STORY IS PRESENTED IN PART BY DRAKE DENTISTRY
-Information courtesy Vance County Board of Elections
The last day to register to vote in the November General Election is Friday, October 9, 2020. Forms submitted to the Vance County Board of Elections Office (300 S. Garnett St., Henderson) must be received by 5 p.m.
Should you miss that deadline, you can register and vote at the early voting sites. Early voting will be held at the Henderson Operation Center (900 S Beckford Dr., Henderson) and Aycock Recreation Complex (307 Carey Chapel Rd., Henderson). There will be no early voting at the Board of Elections Office due to COVID restrictions.
You must have “proof of residence;” however, no photo ID is required for this election. Early voting begins October 15 and ends October 31, 2020.
One-Stop Early Voting Schedule for the November 3, 2020 General Election
Locations: Aycock Recreation Complex and Henderson Operation Center
In addition, the Voter Participation Center (VPC) and the Center for Voter Information will be sending out another mailing in North Carolina beginning the week of September 7, 2020.
If you are already registered, you do not have to reregister. If you have an address or party change, you can use the form to update your voter registration record.
Also, if you’re not sure if you are registered, please call the Vance County Board of Elections at (252) 492-3730 to verify your status.
HPD Releases Statement on Opening of Planet Fitness
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-Press Release, Henderson Police Department
The City of Henderson and its Police Department received definitive information that Planet Fitness will open its North Carolina facilities under an interpretation of Executive Order 141 to “allow members with a medical need to exercise.”
Due to the complexities of the “Executive Order” in this specific discourse, we will seek the guidance and lead of State officials and their subject matter experts.
Our greatest concern is the health of our community as a whole, and this will remain our stance in seeking clarification in this matter. We implore our citizens to use their best judgment and follow the guidance that has been established. We all want a prosperous and healthy community.
Vehicle Accident Leads to Drug Arrest of Franklin Co. Man
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-Information and photos courtesy Franklin County Sheriff’s Office
On August 28, 2020, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office arrested Grey Harris Winn, a Franklin County resident.
After deputies with C-Squad responded to a 911 call for a vehicle accident, Mr. Winn was charged with Felony PWIMSD Schedule II CS (2 counts), Felony Possession Schedule I CS, Felony Possession Stolen Firearm, Felony PWIMSD Schedule IV CS, Felony Possession of THC Isolate, Misdemeanor Possess Drug Paraphernalia, Misdemeanor Carrying Concealed Weapon, and Misdemeanor Simple Possess Sch. VI CS (2 counts).
In addition, Mr. Winn was served with a criminal process by North Carolina Highway Patrol for Driving While Impaired and Reckless Driving-Wanton Disregard.
Mr. Winn was placed in the Franklin County Detention Center under a $60,000 secure bond.
Grey Harris Winn (age 32)
2671 Tarboro Road
Youngsville, NC 27596
Grey Harris Winn