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Granville Co. Crime Stoppers Need Public’s Help Solving Recent Cases of Theft

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-Press Release, Granville County Crime Stoppers

Sometime between Sunday, April 8 and Wednesday, April 11, 2018, an unknown person or persons unlawfully went upon the private property of a residence located off Cash Rd., Creedmoor, NC and unlawfully forced entry into the garage, which caused criminal property damage. A 48 inch Cub Cadet zero turn mower was criminally removed.

Sometime between Thursday, May 3 and Friday, May 4, 2018, an unknown person or persons unlawfully went upon private property located off Tommie Daniel Rd., Oxford, NC and criminally removed a pressure washer from a trailer and a five gallon Briggs and Stratton red gas can from a barn.  Criminal damage was also done to the property.

If you have information concerning these incidents, please contact the Granville County Sheriff’s Office at 919-693-3213 or call Crime Stoppers 919-693-3100.

THE GRANVILLE COUNTY CRIME STOPPERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS HAS AUTHORIZED THE PAYMENT OF A REWARD OF UP TO $1,000 FOR INFORMATION LEADING TO THE ARREST/INDICTMENT(S) OF PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR THESE CRIMES.  IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION CONCERNING THESE CRIMES OR ANY OTHER SERIOUS CRIME(S) IN GRANVILLE COUNTY, YOU ARE ASKED TO CALL THE GRANVILLE COUNTY CRIME STOPPERS IN OXFORD AT 919-693-3100

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Granville Co. Events, Week of May 14-20

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— courtesy Granville County Chamber of Commerce | Ginnie Currin, Executive Director ~ 919-693-6125 ~ ginnie@granville-chamber.com

Monday, May 14; 2 – 3 p.m.

Eat Smart/Move More/Take Control – Nutrition Program for Adults
Granville County Senior Center; 107 Lanier St., Oxford
For more information:  919.693.1930

Tuesday, May 15; 8 a.m.

Chamber’s AMBASSADORS’ Meeting
Creedmoor Business Center, Elm St., Creedmoor

Wednesday, May 16; 10 a.m.

Ribbon Cutting for Oxford Women’s Club
Granville County Museum’s Harris Hall, Oxford

Friday, May 18; 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

CHAMBER’S 4th ANNUAL MEMBER APPRECIATION DAY PICNIC
GAP/Granville Athletic Park, Belltown Rd, Oxford
Chamber Ambassador-sponsored event ~ HOT DOGS, HAMBURGERS and TRIMMINGS – FREE
Drop by anytime from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. and enjoy conversation with hot dogs, hamburgers, etc., prepared
by members of the Chamber’s AMBASSADORS’ group; corn hole boards will be set up. This is truly a FREE EVENT to express the Chamber’s appreciation for our members! RSVP: wanda@granville-chamber.com, 919.693.6125; tawheeler@granville-chamber.com, 919.528.4994

May 18 – 20

GOT TO BE NC Festival
NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh
Free admission and parking
For more information:  www.gottobencfestival.com

Saturday, May 19; 12 noon – 5 p.m.

National Day of Play
Music, food, fun and games
Creedmoor Gym and Ballfield; 1108 East Wilton Ave., Creedmoor
For more information:  www.cityofcreedmoor.org/NDP

Saturday, May 19; 9 a.m.

4th Annual “Clays for Kids”/Camp Oak Hill event
Drake Landing
For more information:  919.782.2888; www.campoakhill.org/2018-clays-for-kids

Oxford Prep’s Lady Griffins Lose to Riverside High in State Playoffs

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-Information courtesy Tommy Anstead, Coach, Oxford Preparatory School

In the second round of state playoffs on Saturday, May 12, Oxford Preparatory School’s softball team had six hits to Riverside High School’s five but still came up short in a 4-2 loss.

Emily Faucette drove in the Griffins’ first run. Riverside tied it up in the bottom of the 2nd and in the bottom of the 3rd. Riverside homered with a runner on, making it a 4-2 ball game. The entire line up hit all throughout the game but could not get anything to drop. The Griffins only had one strikeout during the day.

These young ladies showed what teamwork could accomplish. This was a #19 seeded team playing a# 3 seeded team in the 1A state playoffs. We are proud of this entire team and very proud to be the Lady Griffins’ softball coaches  Thanks for a great season.

~O.P.H.S. Softball Coaches

Tommy Anstead, Mike Roberson, and Dan Thomas

Granville Co. Schools Declare May 16 Optional Teacher Workday

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-Information courtesy Dr. Stan Winborne, Public Information Officer, Granville Co. Public Schools

On Thursday, May 10, the Granville County Board of Education unanimously approved a recommendation to cancel classes for all traditional calendar students on Wednesday, May 16, and designate it as an Optional Teacher Workday for staff.  On this day, many educators from across the state will be gathering in Raleigh to show their support for public education to state lawmakers.

Due to the large number of leave requests on this day, GCPS cannot secure adequate staffing to maintain a safe, effective learning environment for our students. The Board of Education and administration understand the disruption this may cause with our families’ busy schedules. We will be providing information soon about ways to support our children and their families on this day without school.

The Board of Education also understands the importance of supporting our hardworking and dedicated educators in their efforts to improve public education. We hope that you will join them in being champions for our children and all they deserve.

Granville Chamber to Hold 4th Annual Appreciation Picnic

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— courtesy Granville County Chamber of Commerce | Ginnie Currin, Executive Director ~ 919-693-6125 ~ ginnie@granville-chamber.com

The Granville County Chamber of Commerce will host their 4th annual Member Appreciation Day picnic on Friday, May 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Granville Athletic Park (GAP), 4615 Belltown Rd in Oxford.

This is a Chamber Ambassador-sponsored event that will include free hot dogs, hamburgers and trimmings. The Chamber encourages you to drop by anytime and enjoy great conversation, corn hole and a free lunch.

The food will be prepared by members of the Ambassadors’ group and the picnic is being held to express the Chamber’s appreciation of their members.

If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to wanda@granville-chamber.com, (919) 693-6125; or tawheeler@granville-chamber.com, (919) 528-4994.

(This is not a paid advertisement)

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Upcoming Budget Workshops for Granville Co. Commissioners

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

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will hold budget workshop sessions on Tuesday, May 15 at 10 a.m. and Thursday, May 24 at 4 p.m. at the Granville Expo & Convention Center.

At the May 15 session, commissioners will hold a review of service expansions, including County departments and outside agencies.

Slated for discussion are Granville County Public Schools, general government, Human Resources, Finance, Board of Elections, Veterans Services, Senior Services, Vance-Granville Community College, Social Services, Library, Recreation Advisory, Inspections, Fire Services, Solid Waste, Animal Management, Recreation, SGMG, Granville County Museum, John Chavis Historical Society, ACIM, Oak Hill Heritage Museum and Shepherd Youth Ranch.

Public Hearing Set for City of Oxford 2018-19 FY Budget

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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ADOPTION OF PROPOSED CITY OF OXFORD BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 7-1-2018 to 6-30-2019

The proposed budget for the City of Oxford was submitted to the Mayor and Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, May 8, 2018. A copy is on file for public inspection during regular office hours in the lobby of Oxford City Hall and in the office of the City Clerk both located at 300 Williamsboro Street.

Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 159-12, a public hearing to receive input on the proposed budget will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in conjunction with the Regular Session. The proposed FY 2018-2019 Budget Ordinance may also be adopted at that time.

Oxford Prep Softball Team Advances in State Playoffs

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-Information courtesy Tommy Anstead, Coach, Oxford Preparatory School

Jordan Dunn with five hits and Kaci Roberson with four hits led the way for the Oxford Prep Griffins softball team’s victory of 18-1 over #14 seeded Mattamuskeet High Wednesday, May 9 in the 1st round of state playoffs. The entire batting order contributed to the 16 hit/18 run win. This is Oxford Prep’s third trip to the state playoffs, but the first win.

Oxford Prep plays #3 seeded Riverside High School from Williamston, NC on Saturday, May 12 at 3 p.m.

City of Oxford Finance Committee Meeting, Thurs. May 17

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

The Finance Committee for the City of Oxford will reconvene on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at 1:15 p.m. in the Training Room, 1st Floor, City Hall, 300 Williamsboro Street. This is a continuation of the recessed Finance Committee meeting that was held on Friday, April 27, 2018. The purpose of the meeting is to continue work on the FY 2018-2019 Budget.

All those interested are encouraged to attend.

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Granville County Relay for Life – This Friday, May 11!

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— courtesy Granville County Chamber of Commerce | Ginnie Currin, Executive Director ~ 919-693-6125 ~ ginnie@granville-chamber.com

The annual Granville County Relay for Life event will be held Friday, May 11, 2018, at JF Webb High School’s track field, 3200 Webb School Road in Oxford.

A Survivor’s Reception will begin at 4:30 p.m., with opening ceremonies starting at 6 p.m.

Businesses, schools and churches are encouraged to “paint the town purple” the week of Relay. Most downtown businesses are displaying the Relay promo poster.

Oxford Baptist Church Youth will be selling large purple bows to businesses for $6 each. Contact Cindy Joy or Martha Denny at (919) 693-5181 or email csjoy@embarqmail.com for additional information.