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Granville Little Theatre to Present Dinner, Staged Reading of ‘War of the Worlds’

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-Information courtesy Cynthia Bowen, City Clerk, City of Oxford

Granville Little Theatre will present a staged reading of Orson Welles’ famous radio drama “War of the Worlds” at Tobacco Wood Brewing Company on Tuesday, October 29, 2019. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Tickets are $25 and include the show and a delicious buffet meal provided by Tobacco Wood.

Tickets for the meal/show combo can be purchased at www.granvillelittletheatre.net until late Friday evening, October 25.

SHOW ONLY tickets will be available at the door the night of the show for a reduced price of $10.

Proceeds to benefit Granville Little Theatre.

Tobacco Wood Brewing Company is located at 117 Wall St. in Oxford.

Oxford Prep School

Oxford Prep Readies for K-4 Expansion, 2020/2021 Open Enrollment

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-Press Release, Oxford Preparatory School

Applications for new Kindergarten – 12th-grade student enrollments for Oxford Preparatory School’s (OPS) 2020 – 2021 school year will be available at oxfordprep.org when Open Enrollment begins on December 2, 2019.

OPS is an independent and tuition-free public charter school that is designed to mold students into future leaders through the completion of a rigorous curriculum while focusing on community service and developing an appreciation of the arts.

To be considered for a potential lottery, all applications must be submitted online by Friday, February 28, 2020. If more applications are received than available seats in any grade, a blind public lottery will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2020.

All students choosing to attend OPS will need to confirm enrollment by completing and sending in an enrollment packet by Wednesday, April 1, 2020. After February 28, applications received will be placed at the end of the waiting list as determined by the lottery.

OPS offers a college preparatory curriculum, a variety of competitive middle school and varsity athletic teams, and has a main campus located at 6041 Landis Rd. in Oxford. The school currently operates in a permanent Upper School Building (Grades 7 – 12) and a temporary Lower School Building (Grades 5 & 6) on the main campus.

The school is in the final stages of USDA loan approval for a new permanent lower school facility (K – 6) that will be constructed on the main campus on Landis Rd. in Oxford. However, in the interim, OPS has submitted a request to Granville County Public Schools to operate K – 4  at the former Joe-Toler Oak Hill Elementary School site (8176 NC-96, Oxford, NC 27565), to which shuttle busing will be provided from the main campus on Landis Rd.

This potential agreement, governed by NC Law (§ 115C-218.35. ) would benefit Granville County Public Schools by reducing their operating costs for a closed school building and provide OPS the additional space for the increased enrollment that was approved by the NC State Board of Education in February.

OPS invites families of prospective students to learn more about the unique offerings of the school. All prospective families are invited to the school’s first Winter Wonderland on Saturday, December 7 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The event will provide interested families a glimpse into the curriculum and vision of the Lower School while offering children a variety of fun activities coordinated by the school’s Interact Club.

The first information session for families of rising K – 6 students will be held on Tuesday, December 10 at 6 p.m. Afterwards, tours will be conducted that will allow the opportunity to meet faculty.

In addition, prospective students are invited to spend time visiting the school on three Shadow Days so they can experience our unique school program firsthand. Visiting students accompany OPS student guides through their classes during a four-hour visit. It’s a chance to meet the staff and the students and to get a snapshot view of our engaging college preparatory classes. Information about all of these events will be posted on the school’s website – OxfordPrep.org.

Granville Chamber’s ‘Cluck ‘N Shuck’ Postponed Until Spring

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-Press Release, Granville County Chamber of Commerce

Late last week, the Granville County Chamber of Commerce’s Executive Committee was notified by the event chairman of their annual Cluck ‘N Shuck event that the event caterer had contacted him regarding the very limited supply of oysters.

The recent storms in the Gulf and Atlantic have drastically limited the availability of fresh oysters. All oyster bottoms are closed in North Carolina, and all of the Gulf oysters have been drenched as a result of wind from storms. The water is too fresh, and the bottoms are closed.

Rather than move forward with an alternate menu for the Friday, October 25 Cluck ‘N Shuck event, the Chamber’s Executive Committee thought it prudent to postpone the event until spring.

The new date for Cluck ‘N Shuck is being planned for March 2020.

Ticket holders for the October 25, 2019, event may return their tickets to the 124 Hillsboro St., Oxford Chamber office for a full refund of the purchase price or they may retain and use their tickets in the spring of 2020.

The Granville County Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors apologizes to our ticket holders and sponsors for any inconvenience this may cause.

Granville Commissioners to Hold Joint Public Hearings With Planning Board

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-Information courtesy Debra A. Weary, Clerk to the Board, Granville County

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, October 21, 2019, at 7 p.m. at the Granville Expo and Convention Center, 4185 US Highway 15 South, Oxford.

Agenda items include:

Joint Public Hearings

1. Adoption of FEMA FIS and Flood Insurance Rate Maps

2. Land Development Code Text Amendment Petition

Recess

3. Recess

Consent Agenda

4. Contingency Summary

5. September 2019 Tax Refunds and Releases

Public Comments

6. Public Comments

Public Hearings

7. 5310 Transportation Grant – In-town Oxford Fixed Route

8. Public Hearing Notice for Economic Development – Project Sunrise

Grant Matters

9. Emergency Management Performance Grant Program (EMPG) FY 2020

Economic Development Matters

10. CDBG Planning Documents

Purchasing

11. Granville County Law Enforcement Center

Appointments

12. Granville County Human Relations Commission

13. Granville County Economic Development Advisory Board

14. Tourism Development Authority

County Manager’s Report

15. Thank A Vet Program Request

16. Update on Use of Granville County ID Badges

County Attorney’s Report

17. County Attorney’s Report

Presentations by County Board Members

18. Presentations by County Board Members

Any Other Matters

19. Any Other Matters

Closed Session

20. Closed Session as allowed by G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5) – Property Acquisition

To view Granville Co. Board of Commissioner meeting agendas and minutes, click here.

Granville County Public Schools

Granville BOE to Discuss School Improvement Plans, Possible Meeting Relocation

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-Press Release, Granville County Public Schools

The Granville County Board of Education will meet on Monday, October 21, 2019, at 5 p.m. at the Granville County Public Schools Central Office, 101 Delacroix Street, Oxford, North Carolina.

The purpose of the meeting will be to receive and discuss information regarding School Improvement Plans and possible relocation of Board of Education meetings.

The Board will also enter into closed session pursuant to G.S. 143-318.11(a)(3) to consult with the Board’s attorney regarding the matter of Granville Board of Education v. New Atlantic Contracting, Inc., and Johns Manville, Inc., Granville Superior Court 19-CVS-442 and 19-CVS-656.

To view Granville County Board of Education agendas, please click here.

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Granville Co. Senior Center to Host Annual Veterans’ Breakfast

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-Information courtesy the County of Granville

The Granville County Senior Center in Oxford, in partnership with Amedisys Home Health and Hospice, will host the annual Veterans’ Breakfast on Thursday, November 7, 2019. The event is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. at the Granville County Expo and Convention Center, with all branches of the military invited to attend.

Speakers and a pinning ceremony are planned, along with a catered meal. Those interested in participating should register by Friday, November 1.

For more details, contact the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford at 919-693-1930.

The Granville County Expo and Convention Center is located at 4185 US Hwy. 15 South in Oxford.

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One-Stop Early Voting for Granville Municipalities Begins Tomorrow

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-Information courtesy the Granville County Board of Elections

One-Stop Early Voting for the City of Creedmoor, City of Oxford, Town of Butner, Town of Stem and Town of Stovall non-partisan elections will be available Wednesday, October 16 – Friday, November 1, 2019.

Polls will also be open from 6:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. on election day – Tuesday, November 5, 2019.

Early voting will be held at the Richard H. Thornton Library in Oxford (in lieu of the Board of Elections office) and at the South Branch Library in Creedmoor on the following dates:

  • Wednesday, October 16 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Thursday, October 17 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Friday, October 18 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Monday, October 21 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 22 – 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
  • Wednesday, October 23 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Thursday, October 24 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Friday, October 25 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Saturday, October 26 – 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • Monday, October 28 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 29 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Wednesday, October 30 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Thursday, October 31 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Friday, November 1 – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The Richard H. Thornton Library is located at 210 Main Street in Oxford, NC. The South Branch Library is located at 1550 South Campus Drive in Creedmoor, NC.

For additional information, please visit the Granville County Board of Elections website by clicking here.

Town Talk 10/14/19: Local Airport’s Military Show Kicks Off Veterans Day Observances

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Lyn Breisacher, with the Veterans’ Affairs Committee of Granville County, was on Monday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk to discuss the 4th Annual Military History Show to be held Saturday, October 26, 2019, at the Henderson-Oxford Airport.

The airport is located at 6514 Airport Road in Oxford, NC.

The event, to be held from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., will feature various military displays including uniforms, equipment, weapons, vehicles and many other military historical articles. Admission is free and open to the general public.

Started in 2016 by World War II buff and war reenactor Harry Coombs, the show continues to gain popularity every year.

“The excitement keeps growing; we’ve seen more this year as people are becoming more aware of it,” said Breisacher.

All proceeds from the event benefit the Granville County Veterans’ Affairs Committee. “Harry very graciously gives proceeds from the show to the committee to help with the need of veterans throughout our area,” Breisacher said.

The show kicks off the beginning of Veterans Day celebrations and remembrances in Granville County, culminating in Veterans Day, officially observed this year on Monday, November 11.

Vendor spaces are available and donations are accepted. For more information, please contact Coombs at (919) 691-7697 or email harry4th@centurylink.net.

 

To hear the Town Talk interview in its entirety, please click the play button below. Listen live to WIZS’ Town Talk Monday-Friday at 11 a.m. on 1450AM, 100.1 FM or online at www.wizs.com.

 

Granville Crime Stoppers

Granville County Crime Stoppers to Host Annual Banquet

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-Press Release, Granville County Government

Granville County Crime Stoppers will host their Fourth Annual Banquet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

The event will be held at the First Baptist Church in Creedmoor to recognize and to show support for local law enforcement officers all across the county. Awards will also be given to businesses and individuals who are instrumental in helping Crime Stoppers achieve their goal of making our communities a safer place to live.

Special guest and keynote speaker will be Superior Court Judge John Dunlowe. The former attorney, who now sits on the bench, has extensive knowledge of the role of law enforcement in the criminal justice system.

This year’s event will be opened by the presentation of colors, courtesy of the Sheriff’s Honor Guard, and the singing of the National Anthem by the chorus of one of Granville County’s Public Schools. The meal, served by local volunteers, will consist of bbq chicken, two sides, bread, dessert and beverages.

Individual tickets are now available, or tables can be reserved for businesses, organizations, churches, agencies or civic clubs.

Granville County Crime Stoppers is comprised of members of the community, the media, law enforcement agencies and businesses that work together to help solve crimes. Citizens are encouraged, via cash rewards and a promise of anonymity, to provide information leading to the arrest and indictment of criminals.

If interested in attending and showing support for law enforcement officers of the Granville County Sheriff’s Office, Butner Public Safety, or Police Departments of Creedmoor, Oxford, Stem or Stovall, please contact Vickie Boyd at 919-514-7063.

J.F. Webb Wrestling Team to Hold Fish Fry Fundraiser

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The J.F. Webb Wrestling team will hold a Fish Fry Fundraiser in the Roses’ parking lot in Oxford, NC, on Friday, October 18, 2019. Fish plates will be available from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.

The $8 plates include two pieces of fish, boiled potatoes, green beans, bread and drink.

Tickets are available for purchase prior to or day of the event.

Please call George Kittrell at (434) 446-3921 or Rebecca Kittrell at (919) 690-5687 with additional questions or to purchase tickets.