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Reminder: ‘Alive After Five’ Set for Downtown Creedmoor This Thursday!

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The Granville County Chamber of Commerce’s second Alive After Five event of 2019 will be held Thursday evening, August 15, from 5:30 until 8:30 pm in the parking lot at VanNess Chevrolet, downtown Creedmoor.

Join the Chamber as we celebrate our 16th year of AA5 events with incredible entertainment and concessions provided by Chamber members – Chick-fil-A, Williamson’s Country Store and Grill, Coca-Cola and Long Beverage.

Music will be provided by the popular “The Attractions Band,” which originally formed in 1965 when “a group of teenagers from Burlington formed a local band in the basement of a music store.”

The band went on to “open for and were the backup band for well-known performers such as ‘The Tams,’ Clifford Curry, Jimmy Ruffin, ‘The Fifth Dimension’ and ‘The Platters.’”

As the group’s members headed off to college and to the Vietnam War, the original band fell apart.

During the summer of 1999, and after 30 years, a reunion of the band was organized and once again, “The Attractions” were all together.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Chamber staff Toni Anne Wheeler and Wanda Garrett are recruiting volunteers to assist in several capacities for the AA5 event – check-in table, Coca-Cola wagon and beverage stations. Volunteer times are 5 to 7 p.m. and 7 until 9 p.m. A free t-shirt to be worn while volunteering is “yours to keep.”

Please contact a Chamber office to volunteer – Toni Anne Wheeler @ 919.528.4994, tawheeler@granville-chamber.com or Wanda Garrett @ 919.693.6125, wanda@granville-chamber.com.

The Chamber looks forward to seeing everyone August 15!

Brides on Wheels

Wedding Vendors Invited to Granville Tourism’s ‘Brides on Wheels’ Meeting

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-Press Release, Granville County Government

Granville Tourism Development Authority will host a meeting on Wednesday, August 14, 2019, at 5:30 p.m. to discuss the 2020 Granville Brides on Wheels tour. The meeting will take place at Best Western Butner Creedmoor Inn, located on 2578 W Lyon Station Road in Creedmoor.

All Granville County and surrounding area wedding vendors and venues are welcome to come to the meeting.

For more information, please contact Angela Allen, Tourism Director, at 919-693-6125 or angela.allen@granvillecounty.org.

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Proposed Widening of Creedmoor Road to be Discussed at Public Meeting

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-Press Release, North Carolina Department of Transportation

The N.C. Department of Transportation will host a public meeting later this month to discuss two concepts being considered to widen Creedmoor Road (U.S. 50) between Interstate 540 to north of N.C. 98 from a two-lane road to a four-lane divided highway.

The goal of the project is to ease congestion, increase access and safety, and enhance mobility to provide an improved north-south connection in the region.

The first concept would incorporate Reduced Conflict Intersections. An RCI would control the direction that motorists going onto Creedmoor Road from side streets could travel, greatly reducing the chance for crashes on the main road, and often improving travel time through the corridor. The other concept features traditional intersections. The preferred alternative may include elements of both the traditional and RCI designs, based on comments received.

Two options are also being considered for the Creedmoor Road interchange at I-540. One would improve the current diamond interchange, while the other would reconfigure it to a Diverging Diamond Interchange.

A map of the project area can be viewed on the NCDOT public meetings website. Area residents will have a chance to view them in detail at a meeting on Tuesday, August 13, from 4-7 p.m. at the Amran Shriners Club, 11101 Creedmoor Road, which is 2.2 miles north of the I-540 interchange.

No formal presentation will be made, but project staff will be available to answer questions and receive comments relative to the concepts throughout the meeting. The comments and information received will be taken into consideration as work on the project develops.

Anyone unable to attend the meeting can still offer comments via NCDOT’s public input portal, or by phone or email to Allison White, NCDOT project manager, at 919-707-6341 or akwhite@ncdot.gov by September 13, 2019.

NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabilities Act for disabled persons who wish to participate in the meeting. Anyone requiring special services should contact Diane Wilson at pdwilson1@ncdot.gov or 919-707-6073 as soon as possible so that arrangements can be made.

Persons who have a limited ability to read, speak or understand English may receive interpretive services upon request prior to the meeting by calling 1-800-481-6494.

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Oxford Commissioners to Hear Water/Sewer System Fee Presentation – Aug. 13

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

The City of Oxford Board of Commissioners will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at 7 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, City Hall.

Agenda items include:

Water and Sewer System Development Fee Presentation – City Engineer, Amy Ratliff.

Consider adopting a Resolution to accept a loan and adopt a Capital Project Ordinance for the 2017 B Sewer Line Replacement Project.

Consider adopting a Resolution to partner with the US Census Bureau and the State to ensure every resident is counted for the 2020 Census.

Please click here for complete Oxford Board of Commissioner meeting agendas and minutes.

Granville County Detention Center Administrator Retires

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-Press Release, Granville County Government

After 21 years of service, Mr. Jimmy Hayes has retired from the Granville County Sheriff’s Office as Detention Center Administrator.

Hayes was recognized by Granville County Commissioners for his dedication to the job at the Monday, August 5, 2019, meeting. A retirement celebration was held on June 26, Hayes’ last official day on the job, in honor of his outstanding service.

Prior to his work with Granville County, Hayes had a 34-year career with the N.C. Department of Corrections. He is pictured here with Commissioner and former Granville County Sheriff David Smith.

After 21 years of service, Mr. Jimmy Hayes has retired from the Granville County Sheriff’s Office as Detention Center Administrator. Pictured: Mr. Jimmy Hayes (right) and Granville County Commissioner David Smith. (Granville Co. Govt photo)

 

 

Flags Flying at Half-Mast in Memory of El Paso, Dayton Victims

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-Information courtesy Granville County Government

Amerian flags are being flown at half-mast today in honor and in memory of the victims of the tragedies in El Paso, Texas and in Dayton, Ohio.

Earlier this week. the White House issued the following proclamation:

“Our Nation mourns with those whose loved ones were murdered in the tragic shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, and we share in the pain and suffering of all those who were injured in these two senseless attacks… Through our grief, America stands united with the people of El Paso and Dayton. May God be with the victims of these two horrific crimes and bring aid and comfort to their families and friends.”

Pictured: flags at half-mast at the Granville County Courthouse, in honor and in memory of the victims of the tragedies in El Paso, Texas and in Dayton, Ohio. (Granville Co. Govt photo)

 

 

Granville’s New Teacher Homecoming Tailgate to be Held Tues., Aug. 13

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-Press Release, Granville County Chamber of Commerce

The Granville County Chamber of Commerce and Granville Health System are sponsoring a welcome event for new teachers coming to Granville County on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, from 3 until 5 p.m. on the grounds and in the cafeteria at the Masonic Home for Children, 600 College Street, Oxford.

This event will welcome and recognize new employees to Granville County who are being employed at Falls Lake Academy, Granville County Public Schools and Oxford Preparatory School.

The Homecoming Tailgate event will provide an opportunity to meet local elected officials, as well as business owners and leaders in Granville County.

Upon arrival, new teachers will be met by Chamber of Commerce staff and volunteers and will be encouraged to take selfies of their “First Day of School” with their cellphone cameras. Cheerleaders from each of the schools have been invited to greet and welcome the new teacher arrivals to the event.

Presiding will be Tanya Evans/Duke Energy, President of the Chamber, with remarks from event sponsor Granville Health System CEO John Snow.

Guests will enjoy typical tailgate food in the cafeteria and will hear remarks from Vance-Granville Community College President, Dr. Rachel Desmarais, as well as each administrator from the three schools.

The outside grounds at the Masonic Home will have a tailgate atmosphere with tents where Chamber of Commerce member businesses have been invited to set up tables with their business information and to bring interactive games to go along with the tailgate/Homecoming theme. Sponsor Granville Health System plans to have a sports medicine tent at the event.

The Chamber is preparing new teacher gift bags, provided by GHS. Chamber member businesses wishing to contribute items for gift bags for the 100 new teachers should contact either of the Chamber’s offices – Toni Anne Wheeler, 919.528.4994, tawheeler@granville-chamber.com or Wanda Garrett, 919.693.6125, wanda@granville-chamber.com.

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Granville Co. Board of Education to Hold Special Meeting – Aug. 8

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NOTICE TO PUBLIC AND PRESS

The Granville County Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Thursday, August 8, 2019, at 5 p.m. at the Masonic Home for Children, St. John’s Building Conference room.

The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss policy matters related to Board operations, and to enter session pursuant to General Statute 143-318.11(a)(1), (a)(3) and (a)(6) to prevent the disclosure of confidential personnel records and to consider matters relating to employee performance, and to consult with the Board’s attorney.

Dywanda Pettaway, Clerk to Board of Education

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Bears Spotted in Oxford! City Offers Safety Tips to Avoid Confrontation

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-Information courtesy the City of Oxford

There have been several bear sightings in the City of Oxford recently. Here are a few bear safety tips to help avoid confrontation:

*If you see a bear, remain calm and leave it alone. Never feed, approach or surround a bear.

*If you absolutely must feed your pets outside, make sure all food is consumed and empty bowls are removed.

*Clean all food and grease from barbecue grills after each use.

*Keep birdseed, bird feeders and hummingbird feeders where a bear can’t reach.

*If a bear is in the area, remove all bird feeders — even those advertised as “bear-proof.”

*Don’t leave birdseed outside.

*Keep trash cans stored in a garage, basement or other secured areas, if possible.

*Look into purchasing bear-proof garbage cans or garbage enclosures.

*Keep all garbage sites clean.

Bear sightings are quite normal during this time of the year when bears are starting to forage for food and look for mates. The black bear is the only species found in North Carolina and tend to be shy and non-aggressive toward humans, but if frequently fed, bears can become dependent on human food, leading to more interactions with people.

If you encounter a bear that is not aware of your presence, back away and leave the area. Give the bear plenty of room.

If you spot a bear cub, remain alert. The cub’s mother is sure to be near, state officials say.

If you meet a bear at close range, speak to it in a calm, assertive voice, wildlife experts advice, “Stay calm and do not run. Remain upright and back away from the bear. Avoid direct eye contact, which the bear may perceive as a threat.”

Oxford, Creedmoor to Hold ‘National Night Out Against Crime’ Events – Aug. 6

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-Information courtesy Granville County Government

Granville’s “National Night Out Against Crime” will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, August 6, 2019. “National Night Out” brings the community and law enforcement together with food, fun, educational activities and demonstrations.

Oxford’s event will be held at the Masonic Home for Children, from 5 until 8 p.m. and Creedmoor’s event will be held at South Granville High School, from 6 until 9 p.m.

The Granville County Sheriff’s Office and Granville County Crime Stoppers will be participating in this annual event. Get to know your local law enforcement officers while helping make our neighborhoods a safer and more caring place to live!