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Reminder: Granville Co. Animal Control to Offer Free Rabies Vaccines

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-Press Release, Granville County Government

Granville County Animal Control will be offering free rabies vaccines for dogs and cats on Saturday, February 29, 2020. From 9 until 10:30 a.m., residents can bring their pets to Gazebo Park in Butner for one and three-year vaccinations.

North Carolina rabies law (NCGS 130A-185) requires that all owned dogs, cats and ferrets be vaccinated against rabies by four months of age and that rabies vaccinations be kept current.

On Feb. 29, one-year vaccinations will be available for all dogs and cats over this age requirement. Pet owners must bring proof of prior rabies vaccination to receive the three-year option. Accepted proof of vaccination is the paper certificate provided by the pet’s veterinarian when the shot was administered. A rabies tag will not be accepted as proof.

Granville County Animal Control offers a reminder that all cats must be in a carrier and all dogs must be leashed to receive this free service. Vaccinations will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Gazebo Park is located at 416 Central Avenue in Butner. With questions, please contact the Granville County Animal Shelter at 919-693-6749.

Free Tax Assistance Available to Granville Co. Seniors

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-Information courtesy Granville County Government

Free tax assistance is available to Granville County Seniors! Representatives of the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program are available at the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford from 5 until 8 p.m. each Thursday until April 9, 2020.

Appointment times are reserved for Granville County residents age 60 or older. This is a free service and appointments are required.

To learn more or to schedule an appointment, please contact the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford at (919) 693-1930.

Granville Co. Elementary Students to Compete in District Spelling Bee

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-Press Release, Granville County Public Schools

Ten students from elementary schools around Granville County will compete for the Local Spelling Bee Trophy in two weeks. “All of these children are already winners,” stated Dr. Tonya Thomas, Director of Student Services for GCS, “and we know they are going to succeed!”

The 3rd Annual Granville County District Spelling Bee for third, fourth, and fifth-grade students will take place on March 10, 2020, at 7 p.m. in the multi-purpose hall at Tar River Elementary with a reception to follow provided by the office of Granville County’s Superintendent, Dr. Alisa McLean. The public school system is sponsoring the Spelling Bee again this year.

Families, friends and the community are invited to come out and show their support for these excellent students!

Four fourth graders will be representing their elementary school at the Bee:

Joel Jose, winner from C.G. Credle Elementary; Aubrey Canada, winner from Mt. Energy Elementary; Jasper Luffman, winner from Stovall-Shaw Elementary; and Bree Blackley, winner from Wilton Elementary.

Six fifth graders will round out the competition:

Cayden Middleton, winner from Butner-Stem Elementary; Belen Elizarraras, winner from Creedmoor Elementary; Payton Gary, winner from Falls Lake Academy Charter School; Jordan Hershberger, winner from Granville Academy; Morgan Congleton, winner from Tar River Elementary School; and Dacari Burrell, winner from West Oxford Elementary School.

Two of our spellers are return competitors from last year’s bee – Dacari Burrell and Joel Jose. Joel took the winner’s trophy home at the 2019 District Bee. He then went on to represent Granville County at the Nationals. He is hoping for a return trip this year.

For the District Bee, these students are studying 1,200 words from the Scripps Spelling Bee list. Each one has a chance to move on to the National Spelling Bee in May if they can out spell the others!

Joel Jose, winner from C.G. Credle Elementary

Aubrey Canada, winner from Mt. Energy Elementary

Jasper Luffman, winner from Stovall-Shaw Elementary

Bree Blackley, winner from Wilton Elementary

Cayden Middleton, winner from Butner-Stem Elementary

Belen Elizarraras, winner from Creedmoor Elementary

Payton Gary, winner from Falls Lake Academy Charter School

Jordan Hershberger, winner from Granville Academy

Morgan Congleton, winner from Tar River Elementary School

Dacari Burrell, winner from West Oxford Elementary School

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Oxford Commissioners Call Public Hearing on Oxford Prep. School Annexing

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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON REQUEST FOR NON-CONTIGUOUS ANNEXATION – OXFORD PREPARATORY SCHOOL – 6041 LANDIS ROAD

The public will take notice that the Board of Commissioners of the City of Oxford has called a public hearing at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2020, in the Commissioners’ Board Room, 3rd Floor, City Hall, 300 Williamsboro Street, Oxford, NC, on the question of annexing noncontiguous territory, requested by petition filed pursuant to G.S. 160A-31:

16 +/- Acres
Oxford Preparatory School
6041 Landis Road

James Allred Accepted Into NCSSM Summer Accelerator Program

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-Press Release, Oxford Preparatory School 

James Allred, a 7th grader at Oxford Preparatory School, has been accepted into the summer accelerator program with the North Carolina School of Science and Math. James is the son of Todd and Julie Allred of Oxford, NC.

James Allred, a 7th grader at Oxford Preparatory School, has been accepted into the summer accelerator program with the North Carolina School of Science and Math. (OPS photo)

For the past several years James has been highly interested in microbiology as a potential career, so he’s excited to get some hands-on experience, especially the experiments with DNA. He will be staying in the dorm at Brevard College with like-minded students from all over the globe.

NCSSM Summer Accelerator courses are for exceptional rising 7th through 12th graders who must apply for admissions into this competitive program. Student applications are scored by a committee that considers many factors in order to admit students who will succeed in the program. The reviewers look at GPA, passion for the subject area, quality of writing, behavior and conduct, and experience in the subject area (if opportunities are available).

During this experience, students will explore the world of biotechnology, including the technology involved, importance to society, careers, and hands-on laboratory exercises. Over the course of the week, students will engage in hands-on exploration of the many areas of biotechnology, such as food and fuel production, restriction enzymes and recombinant DNA technology, genetic engineering, GMOs and their uses, forensic biotechnology and genomics.

Students will examine basic cellular structure, conduct environmental sampling for microbes, examine enzyme structure and function, engage in several fermentation activities including food and fuel production, extract DNA, digest it with restriction enzymes, conduct gel electrophoresis to separate and examine DNA fingerprinting, copy DNA through polymerase chain reaction and explore other DNA manipulation techniques.

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Granville Co. Activities: Feb. 22 – Feb. 29

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-Information courtesy Granville County Government

Mark your calendars for the following Granville County activities:

FOREST MANAGEMENT WEBINARS continue as the Granville County Center for NC Cooperative Extension hosts their informational series for landowners. The next webinar date is Feb. 27 at the Cooperative Extension office, 125 Oxford Loop Road in Oxford. The webinar begins at 7 p.m. and the topic will be “Launching Your Woodland Legacy.” For more details or to register, contact Paul Westfall at 919-603-1350 or at paul_westfall@ncsu.edu. Those interested in attending can also register online through Eventbrite.

CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH THROUGH MUSIC as Teresa Cook Spruell, piano and voice presenter, performs music selections from slavery to present day at the South Branch Library in Creedmoor. This free concert is scheduled for Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. and is open to the public.

A DOCUMENTARY FILM on the life of Malcolm X will be shown at the Richard H. Thornton Library in Oxford on Feb. 22. The film, produced in 1972, will be shown in observance of Black History Month. The 3 p.m. showing is free and open to the public.

AFRICAN-AMERICAN VOTING RIGHTS HISTORY will be discussed during a program at the Richard H. Thornton Library on Feb. 24. From 6:30 until 8 p.m., Sallyann Marable Hobson will address the voting history in Granville County and Post Civil War North Carolina. Call 919-693-1121 for details.

A POP-UP GROCERY STORE TOUR will be offered on Feb. 25 at the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford. Jennifer Grable, Granville and Person County Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences, will instruct participants on how to get healthy food on a budget, how to read nutrition labels and much more. Helpful take-home information and giveaways will be available. Registration is required. Call 919-693-1930 for more information.

TAX ASSISTANCE is available each Thursday until April 9 at the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford. Representatives of the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will be available from 5 until 8 p.m. for Granville County residents ages 60+. This is a free service and appointments are required. Call 919-603-1930 for more details.

LEARN FIRST AID AND CPR as Betty Jones and Ruth Huff instruct a course at the Granville County Senior Center in Oxford. This training will be held from 4 until 8 p.m. on Feb. 25 and is offered through the Creative Lifelong Learning (CLL) program. Call 919-693-1930 for a fee schedule and to register.

A FREE RABIES CLINIC has been scheduled by Granville County Animal Control on Saturday, Feb. 29. This event will be held at Gazebo Park in Butner from 9 until 10:30 a.m. for dogs and cats. One and three-year vaccines will be provided, with proof of prior rabies vaccinations being required for three-year shots. Vaccines will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis. Dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in a carrier. Call 919-693-6749 to learn more.

Granville Chamber’s ‘Cluck ‘N Shuck’ Seafood Event Rescheduled for April

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-Press Release, Granville County Chamber of Commerce

The Granville County Chamber of Commerce announces that its ninth annual fall seafood event – “CLUCK ‘N SHUCK,” which was postponed in October 2019 due to a shortage of oysters, has been rescheduled for Friday, April 3, 2020, from 5:30 until 8 p.m. at The Red Barn – Golf Course Road, off Lake Devin Road, in Oxford.

Caterer Leon Nixon’s dinner menu offerings include steamed oysters, fried shrimp, fried fish, fried chicken tenders, slaw, buttered potatoes, hushpuppies, tea, Pepsi-Cola products and cold beverages.

The event will be held at the venue – The Red Barn – where it has been held the past six years. This location provides an incredible setting for those desiring to eat on the decks overlooking Lake Devin. Inside seating on the ground floor of The Red Barn is also available.

Advanced ticket sales – $40 per person or two tickets for $75 – includes all-you-can-eat on the premises. As this is a limited ticket event, those wishing to attend are encouraged to purchase tickets early from one of the Chamber’s offices – 124 Hillsboro Street in Oxford (8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.) 919-693-6125 or the South Office – 1598 NC Hwy 56, between Butner and Creedmoor (8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays and 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Thursdays) 919-528-4994.

A limited number of event t-shirts are also available at the Chamber’s offices for $5 each.

Iannuzzi, Oxford Prep Senior, Selected as National Merit Scholarship Finalist

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-Press Release, Oxford Preparatory School

Emily Iannuzzi, a senior at Oxford Preparatory School, has been selected as a finalist for the National Merit Scholarship. She is the daughter of Chris and Marisol Iannuzzi from Franklinton, NC.

Emily Iannuzzi, a senior at Oxford Preparatory School, has been selected as a finalist for the National Merit Scholarship. (OPS photo)

Emily plans to major in Materials Engineering and is considering research into orthotic equine device development.

During her time at Oxford Prep, Emily has earned a number of academic distinctions including being named a member of the High Flyers Club, earning the distinction of Marshal, earning membership in Beta Club and named a Director’s list recipient every quarter. Emily is a leader in the Equestrian Club and has been recognized at local, national and state levels. She is an active member of Interact Service Club. She is a talented cross country runner and gourmet cook.

National Merit Finalists are chosen from among Merit Semi-Finalists. Students who earn this distinction have exhibited consistent high performance throughout all high school coursework in every year. They have attained exceptional scores on the nationalized PSAT test.

Students who reach the finalist stage are now eligible for a variety of National Merit and private scholarships only available to this select group of determined students.

Dr. Gregory McKnight Appointed to Vacant Granville BOE Seat

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-Press Release, Granville County Public Schools

At a special work session on Monday, February 17, 2020, the Granville County Board of Education voted unanimously to appoint Dr. Greg McKnight to the vacant seat for District 5. This seat became vacant when Mr. Ed Mims resigned in December of 2019.

The Granville County Board of Education has appointed Dr. Greg McKnight to the vacant seat for District 5. (Photo courtesy GCPS)

As directed by Board policy, the vacancy was filled through a selection process, which included the submission of an application, followed by an interview process. Three applicants were interviewed for this seat.

Board Chair Mr. David Richardson commented on the decision to appoint Dr. McKnight, stating, “We are very pleased to have someone with Dr. McKnight’s depth of experience in public education, and passion for educating children. We believe his presence on our Board will be a huge asset.”

Dr. Gregory McKnight’s career in public education spans more than 15 years. Some of his previous roles in the field of education are middle school teacher, elementary principal, and professional development consultant with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. In his current role, Dr. McKnight is an Educator Support Specialist for SAS EVAAS.

Dr. McKnight holds a bachelor’s degree in Middle Grades Education from North Carolina Central University, a master’s degree in School Administration from UNC-Chapel Hill and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from UNC-Chapel Hill. McKnight and his wife Latisa have a daughter Gabrielle, who is a student at G.C. Hawley Middle School.

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Notice of Granville Co. Polling Location, Room Changes for Election Day

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-Information courtesy Granville County Board of Elections

The Granville County Board of Elections announces polling place room and location changes for the upcoming March 3, 2020 Primary and Board of Education Elections. These changes are for Election Day polling places. All affected voters were also mailed cards noting the polling place move and the new location.

NOTICE OF POLLING PLACE ROOM CHANGES ON ELECTION DAY (MARCH 3, 2020)

If your polling place on March 3, 2020 (Election Day) is in one of the following precincts, you will need to vote in a different room.

Election Day Precincts (Room Changes):

Creedmoor Precinct located at Creedmoor Elementary School, 305 East Wilton Avenue, Creedmoor

  • Voting is still in the music room but it is now in the large open area.

Mt. Energy Precinct located at Mt. Energy Elementary School, 2652 NC Hwy 56 East, Creedmoor

  • Voting is now in the Media Center.

West Oxford Elementary Precinct located at 412 Ivey Day Road, Oxford, NC

  • Voting is now in the gym.

NOTICE OF POLLING PLACE LOCATION CHANGES ON ELECTION DAY (MARCH 3, 2020)

Election Day Precincts (At a New Location):

The following precincts have moved to another location and address:

Oak Hill Precinct

Moved from Toler-Oak Hill School located at Toler-Oak Hill School, 8176 Hwy 96 North, Oxford, NC to Camp Oak Hill & Retreat Center located at 1528 Oak Hill Road, Oxford, NC

  • Voting will be in the last room on the right down the sidewalk. There will be a separate entrance for voters to enter and exit.

Salem Precinct

Moved from the Oxford/Henderson Airport located at the Oxford/Henderson Airport, 6514 Airport Road, Oxford, NC to Oxford Preparatory School located at 6041 Landis Road, Oxford, NC

  •  Voting will be in the gym.  There will be a separate entrance from the school on the far right for voters to enter and exit.

Sassafras Fork Precinct

Moved from Sassafras Fork Elementary School located at Stovall-Shaw School, 7696 US Hwy 15 North to Stovall Branch Library located at 300 Main Street, Stovall, NC

  • Voting will be in the conference room.

Tally Ho precinct

Moved from Stem Fire Station located at the Stem Fire Station, 100 Franklin Street, Stem, NC to Granville Central High School located at 2043 Sanders Road, Stem, NC

  • Voting will be in the band room.