THIS STORY IS PRESENTED IN PART BY DRAKE DENTISTRY
Joe Sharrow, Vance County High School Athletic Director, appeared on WIZS Town Talk Wednesday at 11 a.m.
Sharrow discussed the tragic death of 2019 Vance County High School graduate and baseball player Clay Faulkner last weekend at Kerr Lake.
“This is one of those tough times that when you sign up to be in education you don’t think about having to deal with but, unfortunately, it’s part of the job,” Sharrow said. “We’ve had tragedy come through this community before, but quite frankly, this one is the hardest of my career.”
Sharrow said he shared a friendship with Faulkner, who loved baseball and never met a stranger. “Clay and I had a close relationship, but he had a close relationship with almost every person in the VCHS building. That’s just the kind of person he was. I can’t thank him and his family enough for allowing me to be a part of his life. I feel like I’m a better man for having known him.”
In addition to baseball, Sharrow said Faulkner “had an infectious personality and was the kind of kid that always made you smile.”
Faulkner was also unfailingly polite, according to Sharrow, and stood out for his manners and “yes sirs and yes ma’ams.”
Those skills served him well in his role as a server at Chick-fil-A of Henderson. His co-workers remembered him this week, among other ways, with social media tributes, signs, and a memorial in front of the restaurant.
In addition, Chick-fil-A of Henderson has announced that it will close Thursday, August 6, 2020, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. to celebrate the life of Faulkner.
“Clay has been a part of the Chick-fil-A family for two years, but it’s hard to remember our team without him,” said Chick-fil-A Operator Joshua Towne. “He meant so much to our Chick-fil-A family, and I want each of our team members to have the opportunity to honor his memory and extend their sympathy to his family by attending his funeral.”
Chick-fil-A of Henderson will resume normal operating hours at 2 p.m. on Thursday, following the celebration of life for Faulkner.
While silver linings are hard to come by in this situation, Sharrow said Faulkner’s life has certainly made an impact on others. “The only positive thing that can come out of this is that we can honor his life, remember Clay for the wonderful person he was and try to live better lives ourselves.”
To hear the interview with Sharrow and WIZS staff in its entirety, go to WIZS.com and click on Town Talk.
Oxford Board of Commissioners to Hold Monthly Meeting Aug. 11
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-Information courtesy City of Oxford
The Oxford Board of Commissioners will hold a regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, at 7 p.m. online via Zoom.
To Join the Zoom Meeting:
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Agenda Items Include:
City of Oxford Comprehensive Parks & Recreation Master Plan Draft & Hix Complex Master Plan Draft presentation from McAdams.
2020-2021 Resurfacing Engineering Services with WithersRavenel.
Approve the Water and Wastewater Asset Inventory (AIA) Reports.
Wastewater Plant (WWTP) Rehabilitation Project.
Adopt a Special Revenue Fund Ordinance and approve the Subrecipient Agreement.
Please click here to view the Oxford Board of Commissioners’ meeting agendas and minutes.
Town Talk 08/06/20: Conversation With DDC Chair; Henderson Achieves Main Street Status
/by WIZS StaffTHIS STORY IS PRESENTED IN PART BY DRAKE DENTISTRY
Dr. Stephen Pearson, chair of the Downtown Development Commission, appeared on WIZS Town Talk Thursday at 11 a.m.
Pearson was pleased to announce that the N.C. Main Street and Rural Planning Center recently named Henderson a designated N.C. Main Street Community. A part of the Main Street Program from the mid-1980s until approximately 2010, a lapse in the completion of requirements cost the downtown area the coveted distinction.
Pearson said the extensive efforts of DDC Board members, the City of Henderson and Downtown Development Director Kathy Walters, among others, made the reinstatement possible.
Benefits of Main Street status include technical assistance with building restoration and access to grant money, perks that Pearson is hopeful will help attract new businesses and breathe new life into downtown. “If you hear excitement in my voice, it’s because I am very excited about downtown’s growth and revitalization,” said Pearson.
Click play to listen to the full interview.
Pearson said he believed so strongly in the potential of the area that he and wife Amanda, formerly based in Tampa, FL, opened Sadie’s Coffee Corner in the former Gupton’s Gun Shop building in downtown Henderson late last year.
“We want this revitalization movement to encourage people to relook at downtown, to relook at being on the DDC Board,” Pearson said. “I want a youthful, energetic and diverse Board of Directors that represents the industries that we need to have in downtown.”
To hear the interview with Pearson in its entirety, go to WIZS.com and click on Town Talk.
Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland 08/06/20
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Henderson Police Arrests for 8-6-20
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The following arrest reports on file today at the Henderson Police Department:
Shortly past 10 a.m., on Wednesday, August 5, 2020, police arrested Jerome Manson, 32, of 150 Falkner Street, Henderson. Manson was charged with three felonies including two counts of trafficking opium/heroin as well as possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver heroin and one count of maintaining a vehicle or dwelling place.
Bond amount listed at $507,000, and he was confined to the Vance County Jail by the magistrate pending a court date of August 10.
Police arrested Damien Lamar Bullock, 27, of 1261 Americal Road, Lot 4 on Wednesday, August 5 about 3:45 p.m. He was charged with three felonies including possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver heroin, maintaining a vehicle or dwelling place and sell and deliver counterfeit controlled substance.
Secured bond amount listed as $90,000, and Bullock was jailed by the magistrate pending an August 17 court date.
In another matter, second-degree kidnapping, felony hit and run injury and aggressive/careless driving were the charges resulting in the arrest of Shonkale Jabar Davis, 22, of 711 Arch Street. He was arrested on-view at that residence on Wednesday, August 5 about 6:45 p.m.
The magistrate gave a $60,000 secured bond in the matter, and Davis was jailed prior to a November 20 court date.
Salvation Army to Offer Youth School Day Camp
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-Information courtesy Lt. Derrick Smith, Salvation Army
The Salvation Army Red Shield Club will hold a School Day Camp for youth beginning August 24, 2020. The camp will be open Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.
Morning and afternoon snacks will be provided, and COVID-19 guidelines will be followed.
Cost: $75 per week (plus one-time registration fee of $25 per family if new members)
The club is located in the Salvation Army facility located at 2292 Ross Mill Road in Henderson. Please come by the club to register.
With questions, please call the Salvation Army at (252) 438-7107.
Register to Vote at Local Barbershops, Salons
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-Information courtesy the Henderson Vance Recreation and Parks Department
The Henderson Vance Recreation and Parks Department announces that residents can register to vote at the following local barbershops and salons through Thursday, October 8, 2020:
Eastside Barber Shop: 81 Vicksboro Rd.
Exquizid Cuts: 208 S. Garnett St.
Ace Edge: 1543 Dabney Dr.
Ideal Barber Shop: 210 W. Montgomery St.
Ice Cold Cutz: 238 Raleigh Rd.
Heavenly Reign: 507 Dabney Dr.
Phyzique Hair Design: 403 Dabney Dr.
NC’s Safer At Home Phase 2 Extended Through Sept. 11
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Press Release, Office of NC Governor Roy Cooper
Governor Roy Cooper announced yesterday that North Carolina will remain paused in Safer At Home Phase 2 for another five weeks as students and staff return to schools, colleges and universities, and the state doubles down on efforts to decrease COVID-19 numbers.
“Other states that lifted restrictions quickly have had to go backward as their hospital capacity ran dangerously low and their cases jumped higher. We will not make that mistake in North Carolina,” said Governor Cooper. “In keeping with our dimmer switch approach with schools opening, and in order to push for decreasing numbers which will keep people healthier and boost our economy, North Carolina will remain paused in Safer At Home Phase 2 for five weeks.”
Dr. Mandy Cohen, Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services shared an update on North Carolina’s data trends. Dr. Cohen explained that while some of North Carolina’s numbers have mostly leveled, any progress is fragile as other states have shown with sudden and devastating surges in viral spread.
“While overall we are seeing signs of stability, we still have much work to do. Our recent trends show us what is possible when we commit to slowing the spread by wearing face coverings and following those simple but powerful 3Ws,” said NCDHHS Secretary Mandy Cohen, M.D.
Trajectory in COVID-Like Illness (CLI) Surveillance Over 14 Days
Trajectory of Lab-Confirmed Cases Over 14 Days
Trajectory in Percent of Tests Returning Positive Over 14 Days
Trajectory in Hospitalizations Over 14 Days
In addition to these metrics, the state continues building capacity to be able to adequately respond to an increase in virus spread. These areas include:
Laboratory Testing
While testing turnaround times have improved, the number of tests done has decreased over the past week. Testing is a priority for anyone who has symptoms or those who may have been exposed to COVID-19, including:
Tracing Capability
We continue hiring contact tracers to bolster the efforts of local health departments. There are over 1,500 full-time and part-time staff supporting contact tracing efforts, including the 615 Community Care of North Carolina (CCNC) contact tracers.
Personal Protective Equipment
View the slides and graphs from today’s presentation.
Read the Executive Order.
Chick-fil-A of Henderson to Close Part of the Day to Honor Clay Faulkner
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-Information courtesy Chick-fil-A of Henderson
Chick-fil-A of Henderson has announced that it will close from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. today (Aug. 6) to celebrate the life of team member Clay Faulkner, who passed away unexpectedly Sunday evening.
“Clay has been a part of the Chick-fil-A family for two years, but it’s hard to remember our team without him,” said Operator Joshua Towne. “He meant so much to our Chick-fil-A family, and I want each of our team members to have the opportunity to honor his memory and extend their sympathy to his family by attending his funeral.”
Chick-fil-A of Henderson will resume normal operating hours at 2 p.m., following the celebration of life for Faulkner.
To hear yesterday’s WIZS Town Talk episode in memory of Faulkner, click here.
Town Talk 08/05/20: In Memory of Clay Faulkner
/by Kelly BondurantTHIS STORY IS PRESENTED IN PART BY DRAKE DENTISTRY
Joe Sharrow, Vance County High School Athletic Director, appeared on WIZS Town Talk Wednesday at 11 a.m.
Sharrow discussed the tragic death of 2019 Vance County High School graduate and baseball player Clay Faulkner last weekend at Kerr Lake.
“This is one of those tough times that when you sign up to be in education you don’t think about having to deal with but, unfortunately, it’s part of the job,” Sharrow said. “We’ve had tragedy come through this community before, but quite frankly, this one is the hardest of my career.”
Sharrow said he shared a friendship with Faulkner, who loved baseball and never met a stranger. “Clay and I had a close relationship, but he had a close relationship with almost every person in the VCHS building. That’s just the kind of person he was. I can’t thank him and his family enough for allowing me to be a part of his life. I feel like I’m a better man for having known him.”
In addition to baseball, Sharrow said Faulkner “had an infectious personality and was the kind of kid that always made you smile.”
Faulkner was also unfailingly polite, according to Sharrow, and stood out for his manners and “yes sirs and yes ma’ams.”
Those skills served him well in his role as a server at Chick-fil-A of Henderson. His co-workers remembered him this week, among other ways, with social media tributes, signs, and a memorial in front of the restaurant.
In addition, Chick-fil-A of Henderson has announced that it will close Thursday, August 6, 2020, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. to celebrate the life of Faulkner.
“Clay has been a part of the Chick-fil-A family for two years, but it’s hard to remember our team without him,” said Chick-fil-A Operator Joshua Towne. “He meant so much to our Chick-fil-A family, and I want each of our team members to have the opportunity to honor his memory and extend their sympathy to his family by attending his funeral.”
Chick-fil-A of Henderson will resume normal operating hours at 2 p.m. on Thursday, following the celebration of life for Faulkner.
While silver linings are hard to come by in this situation, Sharrow said Faulkner’s life has certainly made an impact on others. “The only positive thing that can come out of this is that we can honor his life, remember Clay for the wonderful person he was and try to live better lives ourselves.”
To hear the interview with Sharrow and WIZS staff in its entirety, go to WIZS.com and click on Town Talk.
Local News Audio
/by John C. RoseWIZS – Your Community Voice
Local News Audio
Tribute to Clay Faulkner
MPH Cath Lab
Onion Recall
Appreciate Lunch for Public Servants
Click to listen…