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Mike Waters

Vance & Granville Disposition Court Canceled Dec. 17-18

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(NOTE: THE TEXT OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S INFORMATION PROVIDED BELOW FROM THURSDAY (12-10-20) IS NOT CHANGED.  HOWEVER, THIS UPDATE FROM FRIDAY (12-11-20) FROM THE VANCE COUNTY CLERK OF COURT AND INFORMATION FROM OTHER JUDGES MEANS THE COURTS AND DWI DEFENDENT PROCEDINGS ARE ALL CANCELED NOW.)

UPDATE 12-11-20 at 4:45pm

From the Clerk of Court in Vance County, the Hon. Henry L. Gupton, the DWIs are cancelled as well.

Gupton said, “After talking with our judges per notification we have received from AOC in Raleigh, beginning on Monday, December 14th and continuing for 30 days, all of our District Court Sessions have been cancelled. However, we will be conducting 96 hr, 48 hr hearings and any other statutory cases that need to be heard. All defendants will be notified in reference to a new court date. Also we have Superior Court scheduled for next week beginning on Monday.  However Monday is cancelled.  We are going to leave Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday open right now to determine if we will proceed with those days.  We do have our Grand Jury scheduled to convene on Wednesday.  That will go on as scheduled. Also, we will be holding our Small Claims Court session as scheduled.”

Updated 12-10-20

-Information courtesy the Office of District Attorney Michael D. Waters

After careful consideration, Vance and Granville County court officials have decided to cancel the office hours portion of Vance Disposition Court on Thursday, December 17, 2020, and Granville Disposition Court on Friday, December 18, 2020.

Defendants with DWI charges set for those days will still need to appear on their court date.

We feel that having a large group of people gather, even while social distancing and wearing masks, is unwise given the rising numbers of community spread COVID–19 cases in Vance and Granville counties.

If you have a court case that is NOT a DWI on one of those two dates, your case will be continued.

Dr. Kayla Cagle-Colon MPH

Dr. Kayla J. Cagle-Colon Joins Maria Parham Women’s Care

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-Press Release, Maria Parham Health

Maria Parham Health (MPH), a Duke LifePoint hospital, is excited to announce that Kayla J. Cagle-Colon, MD, has joined their women’s care practice, Maria Parham Women’s Care. Dr. Cagle-Colon joins the community from New York, New York where she has completed her residency program.

“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Cagle-Colon to North Carolina to practice at Maria Parham Health,” said Bert Beard, CEO of Maria Parham Health. “Women’s Care is a growing need in our community, and Dr. Cagle-Colon’s training at Yale and fellowship at Bellevue Hospital (New York, New York) have given her a great breadth of experience in a wide range of procedures that people in our region need. This expertise will be important as Maria Parham Health works to make our community healthier.”

Kayla J. Cagle-Colon, MD, has joined Maria Parham Health’s women’s care practice, Maria Parham Women’s Care. (Photo courtesy MPH)

Dr. Cagle-Colon earned her medical degree from the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Sioux Falls, SD. She completed a residency program at New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY. Dr. Cagle-Colon is a member of the American Medical Women’s Association, the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists.

When she is not working, Dr. Cagle-Colon enjoys fishing, horseback riding, reading, traveling, and quality time with her husband and two dogs.

Dr. Cagle-Colon is now accepting patients at Maria Parham Women’s Care, located at 1209 SE Industry Drive in Oxford, North Carolina. This practice offers women’s health care services including, well-woman visits, obstetrical care, birth control management, high-risk pregnancy care, and menopause management.

To schedule an appointment, please call (252) 492-8576.

Winter Weather

It’s Winter Weather Preparedness Week: Are You Ready?

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-Press Release, Granville County Government 

In North Carolina, Dec. 6 through Dec. 12 is Winter Weather Preparedness Week. Granville County Emergency Services urges all residents to plan now before potentially dangerous winter weather arrives:

Be ready for winter weather by:

  • Keeping at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food in your home;
  • Dressing warmly, wearing multiple layers of thin clothing instead of a single layer of thick clothing;
  • Keeping fresh batteries on hand for weather radios and flashlights;
  • Storing an emergency kit in your vehicle which includes an ice scraper, jumper cables, a tow chain, sand/salt, blankets, a flashlight, a first aid kit and a road map, as well as masks and hand sanitizer to combat COVID-19;
  • Keeping alternative heating sources and fire extinguishers on hand and knowing how to use them;
  • Properly venting kerosene heaters and keeping electric generators outside and away from open window or doors to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning;
  • Using a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather radio to monitor changing weather conditions.

If you must travel during severe winter weather conditions:

  • Be sure to leave plenty of room between you and other vehicles;
  • Reduce your speed, if driving along snow or ice-covered roadways;
  • Pull off the highway, if conditions worsen, and remain in your vehicle. Do not set out on foot unless you can see a building close by where you can take shelter, if needed;

Don’t forget to include pets in your emergency plans. To keep animals safe during winter weather:

  • Make an emergency supply kit for your pet that includes medical records, a first aid kit, enough canned/dry food and water for three to seven days, a pet travel bag or carrier;
  • Do not leave pets outside for long periods of time;
  • Ensure your pet has a well-fitting collar;
  • Bring pets inside when temperatures drop below freezing;
  • Move livestock and other animals to a shelter location with food and water.

Granville County Emergency Services reminds all residents to be prepared for inclement weather throughout the year, and to stay informed about the hazards where they live.

For information about enrolling in CodeRED, Granville County’s free emergency notification system, please visit www.granvillecounty.org or call Granville County Emergency Services at (919) 603-1310. For more information on how to prepare for winter storms, visit www.readync.org.

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GVPH COVID-19 Update: Vance Nears 2,000 Confirmed Cases

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THIS STORY IS PRESENTED IN PART BY DRAKE DENTISTRY

-Information courtesy Granville Vance Public Health

GVPH provided the following update for COVID-19 spread and response in Granville and Vance County as of December 7, 2020. Granville Vance Public Health numbers correlate with the NC Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NCEDSS) data.

The county case numbers reported on the NC county map from the NC Department of Health and Human Services may differ from the ones reported locally as they are updated at different times and may change once residence is verified.

Vance County

Total Cases: 1,949
Active Cases: 600

Total Cases in Community: 1,768
Active Cases: 595
Cases Off-Isolation: 1,153

Total Cases at Long-Term Care Facilities: 181
Active Cases: 5
Cases Off-Isolation: 136

There is currently an outbreak at Senior Citizens Home and Kerr Lake Nursing Home.

Total Hospitalized with COVID-19: 25

Total Deaths: 60
Community: 20
Pelican Nursing Home: 14
Kerr Lake Nursing Home: 12
Senior Citizens Home: 14

Granville County

Total Cases: 2,798
Active Cases: 551

Total Cases in Community: 1,972
Active Cases: 436
Cases Off-Isolation: 1,526

Total Cases at Federal Prison: 533
Active Cases: 7
Cases Off-Isolation: 504

Total Cases at Long-Term Care Facilities: 293
Active Cases: 108
Cases Off-Isolation: 157

There are currently outbreaks at Universal Health Care, Murdoch Development Center, Granville House, RHA Health Services – Stem and Polk Correctional Institution.

Total Hospitalized with COVID-19: 9

Total Deaths: 60
Community: 10
Central Regional: 1
Granville House: 2
Murdoch Development Center: 3
Universal Health Care: 22
Federal Prison: 22

Unfortunately, another death has been reported from the community: a 57-year-old female passed away on December 4, 2020.

Additional Information

The number of those who have been ‘released from isolation’ is determined by the CDC Guidance for discontinuation of isolation for persons with COVID-19.

Please visit GVPH’s COVID-19 Data Dashboard (click here) for tables and graphs that are updated daily.

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Granville Commissioners To Hold Regular Meeting Via Zoom Dec. 7

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

The Granville County Board of Commissioners will meet remotely by Zoom conference call on Monday, December 7, 2020, at 7 p.m. for the regular scheduled meeting. Please contact the County Administration Office at (919) 693-5240 to receive the registration link.

Public comments will be accepted in written format and must be received by Monday, December 7 at 12 p.m. by mail to P.O. Box 906, Oxford, NC 27565 or email to grancomrs@granvillecounty.org

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

Granville County Public Schools

Granville Co. Board of Education to Hold Regular Meeting Dec. 7

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-Press Release, Granville County Public Schools

The Granville County Board of Education will meet for a regular Board meeting on Monday, December 7, 2020, at 6 p.m. at the Mary Potter Center of Education, 200 Taylor Street, Oxford, NC. Members of the public are invited to view via livestream. To join the livestream meeting, please use the following link: https://live.myvrspot.com/st?cid=MDhkZj.

The Board will also meet in Closed Session in accordance with N.C. General Statute 143.318.11 (a)(6), 143-318.11 (a)(3), 143.318.11 (a)(5) and Section 115C-321 for Personnel, and Attorney/Client Privilege.

Members of the public wishing to attend the meeting will be required to wear face coverings, undergo health screenings before entering the building, and cooperate with social distancing requirements. There will be limited seating available.

Granville Fall Clean Out

‘Fall Clean Out’ Results in More Than 26 Tons of Materials Collected

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-Press Release, Granville County Government

Granville County’s annual “Fall Clean Out,” held on Nov. 21, 2020, resulted in the collection of more than 26 tons of materials for recycling and proper disposal. According to Recycling and Sustainability Coordinator Teresa Baker, this year’s drive-through event was the most successful yet, with some vendors at full capacity before the end of the collection day.

The following totals have been reported:

  • Oil-based paints for fuel blend – 15,120 pounds
  • Aerosols for fuel blend or incineration – 700 pounds
  • Assorted household chemicals for incineration – 5,455 pounds
  • Latex-based paint for secure landfill – 11,000 pounds
  • Fluorescent lamps for recycle – 265 pounds (377 each)
  • Gasoline/water mixture – 200 pounds
  • Mercury switches – 10 pounds
  • Scrap metal – 5,380 pounds
  • Electronics -5,109 pounds
  • Batteries – 259 pounds
  • Pesticides – 685 pounds
  • Medicines and sharps – 175 pounds
  • Ammunition – 30 pounds
  • Paper for shredding – 7,800 pounds

In addition, the Granville County Humane Society collected crates, carriers, blankets, flea shampoo, dog/cat food, pet toys and cash donations.

The “Fall Clean Out” is one of two annual collection events held at the Granville County Expo and Convention Center. The spring event is typically held in May.

For more information about recycling and hazardous waste collection in Granville County, please contact Baker at (919) 725-1417 or at bakertd@gcs.k12.nc.us.

Oxford Christmas Parade

Holiday Events This Week: Oxford Reverse Parade, Butner Christmas Drive-Thru

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-Information courtesy Granville County Chamber of Commerce

A reminder of upcoming Granville County holiday events:

BUTNER

Butner Christmas in the Park – Drive-Thru

Date: Friday, December 4, 2020
Location: Gazebo Park
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Load up the kiddies with their letters to Santa and participate in a guided drive-thru at Butner’s Gazebo Park for a celebration of Christmas music and beautiful lights. Visit Santa safely from your car and drop off those letters! Please stay in your car at all times. Sponsored by the Butner Community Association.

The annual Butner Christmas Parade is canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

CREEDMOOR 

The City of Creedmoor has canceled all events for the remainder of 2020.

OXFORD

Virtual Lighting of the Greens
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2020
Time: 6 p.m.

This year, the Lighting of the Greens will take place virtually, with a video release. Tune in on the Oxford NC, Historic Downtown Facebook page (click here) to watch downtown come to life with festive lights and Christmas music!

2020 Reverse Christmas Parade
Date: Friday, December 4, 2020
Time: 6 p.m.

Parade entries are STATIONARY. All spectators must keep moving! No stopping for pictures or videos! MOTOR TRAFFIC will line up on Belle Street, and WALKING TRAFFIC will start on Lanier Street. Follow signs for walkers.

The City of Oxford’s Tis the Season for Giving! Holiday Toy Drive runs thru December 18.

For more information on these events, call Mary Yount at (919) 603-1164 or Christine Luscavich at (919) 603-1101

The MASK-arade (Virtual) Gala

Date: Saturday, December 5, 2020
Dinner delivered to your door – Online auction closes on December 5 at 9 p.m.
$125 per person ~ Black tie (or not).

For more information and to register online, visit ghsFoundation.org/Gala2020

Proceeds to benefit the Granville Health System Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

STEM

Stem is hosting a town-wide Christmas decoration contest with prizes.

STOVALL

The Town of Stovall has no Christmas activities or events planned.

Area Congregations In Ministry (ACIM) is in need of any non-perishable goods, especially canned goods. For more information, visit www.acimgranville.org or call (919) 690-0961.

Crime Stoppers Community Awards

Crime Stoppers Presents Community Awards for Service, Support

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THIS STORY IS PRESENTED IN PART BY DRAKE DENTISTRY

-Press Release and photos, Granville County Government

Granville County Crime Stoppers recently made awards presentations for community service and support. Due to COVID-19 mass gathering restrictions, the annual recognitions, usually made during the annual Crime Stoppers Banquet in October, were made through personal visits by Crime Stoppers President Frank Sossamon.

Award recipients included:

  • Bobby Wheeler – Jim and Nancy Smith Citizenship Award;
  • CertainTeed – Corporate Partnership Award;
  • The Butner-Creedmoor News – Local Business Partnership Award; and
  • Vickie Boyd – Crime Stoppers Board Member of the Year.

The local Crime Stoppers organization was also the recipient of four state awards (out of six recognitions given) through the North Carolina Crime Stoppers Association:

  • Best Promotional Idea – Eat Out Against Crime 2019;
  • Most Innovative Fundraising Idea – Crime Stoppers Annual Banquet 2019;
  • Productivity Award – Populations of 50,000 to 99,000; and
  • N.C. Coordinator of the Year 2019 – Ricky Cates, Creedmoor Police Department.

Crime Stoppers is comprised of members of the community, law enforcement agencies, the media, and businesses who work together to help solve crimes and make our communities a safer place to live, work and raise a family. Citizens are encouraged, through cash rewards and a promise of confidentiality, to provide information leading to the arrest and indictment of criminals.

To provide helpful, anonymous information regarding crime in Granville County, call the Crime Stoppers tip line at (919) 693-3100 or the Granville County Sheriff’s Office at (919) 693-3213.

Click here for the story and photos recognizing the Granville County Crime Stoppers 2020 Law Enforcement Officers of the Year.

(Left to right): Mr. Jim Smith, for whom the annual Jim and Nancy Smith Citizenship Award is named; honoree Bobby Wheeler; and Crime Stoppers President Frank Sossamon.

(Left to right): Teresa Gladden, representing Certain Teed, Corporate Partner of the Year; and Frank Sossamon, Crime Stoppers President.

(Left to right): Crime Stoppers Board Member Bobby Wheeler; Butner-Creedmoor News Editor Shawn Taylor, Local Business Partner of the Year; and Crime Stoppers President Frank Sossamon.

(Left to right): Crime Stoppers Board Member of the Year Vickie Boyd; and President Frank Sossamon.

(Left to right): Crime Stoppers Board Member Bobby Wheeler; President Frank Sossamon; Ricky Cates, Creedmoor Police Department, Statewide Coordinator of the Year.

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GVPH COVID Update: Increase in Active Cases, Outbreaks at Long-Term Care Facilities

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THIS STORY IS PRESENTED IN PART BY DRAKE DENTISTRY

-Information courtesy Granville Vance Public Health

GVPH provided the following update for COVID-19 spread and response in Granville and Vance County as of November 30, 2020. Granville Vance Public Health numbers correlate with the NC Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NCEDSS) data.

The county case numbers reported on the NC county map from the NC Department of Health and Human Services may differ from the ones reported locally as they are updated at different times and may change once residence is verified.

Vance County

Total Cases: 1,748
Active Cases: 535

Total Cases in Community: 1,569
Active Cases: 486
Cases Off-Isolation: 1,063

Total Cases at Long-Term Care Facilities: 179
Active Cases: 49
Cases Off-Isolation: 94

There is currently an outbreak at Senior Citizens Home.

Total Hospitalized with COVID-19: 26

Total Deaths: 56
Community: 20
Pelican Nursing Home: 14
Kerr Lake Nursing Home: 12
Senior Citizens Home: 10

Unfortunately, another death has been reported associated with the outbreak at Senior Citizens. A 93-year-old female passed away on Nov. 28.

Granville County

Total Cases: 2,547
Active Cases: 330

Total Cases in Community: 1,808
Active Cases: 296
Cases Off-Isolation: 1,503

Total Cases at Federal Prison: 530
Active Cases: 4
Cases Off-Isolation: 504

Total Cases at Long-Term Care Facilities: 209
Active Cases: 30
Cases Off-Isolation: 153

There are currently outbreaks at Universal Health Care, Murdoch Development Center, Granville House, RHA Health Services – Stem and Polk Correctional Institution.

Total Hospitalized with COVID-19: 6

Total Deaths: 57
Community: 9
Central Regional: 1
Granville House: 2
Murdoch Development Center: 2
Universal Health Care: 21
Federal Prison: 22

Additional Information

The number of those who have been ‘released from isolation’ is determined by the CDC Guidance for discontinuation of isolation for persons with COVID-19.

Please visit GVPH’s COVID-19 Data Dashboard (click here) for tables and graphs that are updated daily.