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Wednesday Closings / News 01-10-2017

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Wednesday Closings / News 1-10-17

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Text or Email closings or announcements to 252-432-0774 or johncharles@wizs.com or call 252-492-3001

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Update 5:40 p.m. Tuesday

  • Crosscreek Charter School closed Wednesday, January 11
  • Crossroad Christian School closed Wednesday, January 11
  • Davita Dialysis of Louisburg delayed until 7:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 11
  • Durham Public Schools closed Wednesday, January 11 (workday for teachers)
  • Franklin County Government Offices delayed until 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 11
  • Franklin County Schools closed Wednesday, January 11
  • Franklin County Superior Court postponed until Thursday, January 12 at 10:00 a.m.
  • Granville County Schools closed Wednesday, January 11
  • Granville County Government Offices delayed 1.5 hours Wednesday, January 11
  • Granville Vance District Health Department delayed until 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 11
  • Henderson Collegiate closed Wednesday, January 11 (workday for teachers)
  • Henderson Family YMCA delayed until 7:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 11
  • Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Department has cancelled all practices and games for Tuesday, January 10
  • Kerr-Vance Academy delayed 3 hours Wednesday, January 11
  • Mecklenburg County (VA) Schools closed Wednesday, January 11
  • Oxford Preparatory School closed to students Wednesday, January 11 (optional workday for teachers)
  • Person County Schools closed Wednesday, January 11
  • Roxboro Community School closed Wednesday, January 11
  • Vance Charter School closed Wednesday, January 11
  • Vance County Schools closed Wednesday, January 11
  • Victory Christian School and Daycare will operate on a 2-hour delay Wednesday, January 11
  • Wake County Schools closed Wednesday, January 11
  • Warren County Schools closed Wednesday, January 11

 

Henderson PD Crime of the Month – Individual Robbed at Henderson Food Mart

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On December 24, 2016 at approximately 9:45 PM officers with the Henderson Police Department responded to Henderson Food Mart in reference an armed robbery. Upon arrival, officers found that a Mr. Jason Rodriguez had been robbed while transporting an unknown subject. Mr. Rodriguez stated that he was lost and that the suspect was picked up to provide directions. Mr. Rodriguez was struck in the face two times by the suspect. Taken from Mr. Rodriguez were US currency and a cellular phone.

The investigation is being conducted by members of the Henderson Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division. If anyone should have any information related to this case, they are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 252-492-1925 or the Henderson Police Department at 252-438-4141. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $2,000 for information that may lead to an arrest. Callers may remain anonymous.

Authority: Chief M.W. Barrow

Press Release: January 10, 2017

Henderson PD Crime of the Month – B&E on South Garnett Street

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On December 26, 2016 at approximately 9:14 PM officers with the Henderson Police Department responded to 221 S. Garnett St, Henderson in reference to a breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with Deryl Von-Williams who stated that upon responding after being contacted by the alarm company, found that a window on the rear door was missing. Ms. Von-Williams advised that nothing appeared to have been taken.

The investigation is being conducted by members of the Henderson Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division. If anyone should have any information related to this case, they are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 252-492-1925 or the Henderson Police Department at 252-438-4141. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $2,000 for information that may lead to an arrest. Callers may remain anonymous.

Authority: Chief M.W. Barrow

Press Release: January 10, 2017

Tuesday Closings / News 1-9-17

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Tuesday Closings / News 1-09-17

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Update 4:45 p.m. Monday

  • City of Henderson Offices delayed until 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 10
  • City of Oxford Offices delayed until 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 10
  • Community Workforce Solutions of Henderson closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Crosscreek Charter School closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Crossroads Christian School closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Davita Dialysis of Louisburg delayed until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 10
  • Davita Dialysis of Vance County delayed 3 hours on Tuesday, January 10
  • Durham Public Schools closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Falls Lake Academy closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Families Living Violence Free in Oxford, NC office will be closed today, Monday January 9, 2017. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. If you need help, please call our 24/7 crisis line 919-693-5700.
  • Franklin County District Court closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Franklin County Government Offices closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Franklin County Superior Court closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Franklin County Government Offices closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Franklin County Schools closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Granville County Schools closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Henderson Collegiate closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Henderson Family YMCA closed on Monday, January 9
  • Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks department – modified operating hours for Monday, January 9. The Aycock Rec Center is open until 6:00 p.m. The pool is closed.
  • Kerr-Vance Academy closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Louisburg College Check-in for new students starts at noon Tuesday. Returning students check in between 9-3 Wednesday. Classes begin Thursday.
  • Oxford Preparatory School closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Person County Schools closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Roxboro Community School closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • The District Attorney’s offices in Vance, Granville, Franklin and Warren Counties will open at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 10
  • Vance County Government Offices delayed until 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 10
  • Vance Charter School closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Vance County Schools closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Vance-Granville Community College evening classes cancelled on Monday, January 9
  • Vance-Granville Community College closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Victory Christian School closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Wake County Public Schools closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Wake Technical Community College closed on Tuesday, January 10
  • Warren County Schools closed on Tuesday, January 10

 

Henderson Police Department Executes Major Drug Bust on Perry Avenue – Press Release

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Press Release- Friday, January 06, 2017

On Thursday, January 5, 2017, members of the Henderson Police Department Special Operations Unit executed a search warrant at 1453 Perry Avenue. During the search, officers located 6 bricks (300 dosage units) of heroin, 6 firearms, 3 pints of permithrozine with codeine, 4000.00 U.S. currency, 80 Xanax bars, and a substantial quantity of marijuana packaged for sale.

Staron Burton, 19, 1453 Perry Avenue was charged with the following litany of charges:  2 counts of trafficking heroin, manufacturing heroin, possession with the intent to manufacture, sell and deliver heroin, maintaining a dwelling for keeping/selling a controlled substance, manufacturing marijuana and possession of marijuana.  Burton was placed in the Vance County Jail after failing to post a secured 150,000.00 bond.  A preliminary hearing is scheduled in Vance County District Court on January 23, 2017.

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Yolanda Wilson, 40, 1453 Perry Avenue, was charged with maintaining a dwelling for keeping/selling a controlled substance.  Wilson was placed in the Vance County Jail after failing to post a secured 20,000.00 bond.  She also will appear in Vance County District Court on January 23, 2017.

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Authority: Chief Marcus Barrow

Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce looking for Leadership Vance Candidates

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Do you have a passion for leadership and a desire to be part of something bigger where you live or work? If so, then Leadership Vance might just be what you’re looking for right now.

“We are currently seeking 15 to 20 individuals for the 2017 class,” said Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce Membership Director & LV Program Director Annette Roberson. “Each class is comprised of individuals who live, work or have an interest in the Henderson/Vance County community.”

This renowned program, created in the 1980’s is a program of the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce. The program runs from February to July with ten class sessions plus a Community Services project and Graduation dinner.

It is designed to provide a behind-the-scenes view of the processes, programs, opportunities and challenges that impact the City of Henderson, and Vance County. Leadership Vance gives participants a chance to meet and exchange ideas with each other and with current community leaders.

Program graduates are equipped with the knowledge and the network to assume leadership roles at a local, regional, or state level and beyond. “We’ve had many graduates of this program use what they have learned to pursue leadership roles on city councils,  nonprofits or other business board of directors, in addition to local school boards,” said Roberson.

Program cost is $325 for Chamber members and $400 for non-Chamber members.  The tuition fee includes all course materials, meals, retreat expenses, travel, graduation banquet and diploma.  This year we have available two scholarship spots in the program provided by the LV Class of 2016.  Applications for the two scholarship spots will be looked at and voted on by the LV Class of 2016.

Application is attached.  To nominate an individual or for more information, please contact Annette Roberson at 252.438.8414 or annette@hendersonvance.org. Applications are accepted until the class is full.

*This content was received via email from the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

**WIZS Radio has Leadership Vance Applications available upon request

Illegal Sale of Fake Goods in Henderson – Press Release

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Press Release: January 6, 2017

On January 5, 2017 around 5:36 PM, members of the Henderson Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division executed a search warrant at 117 S. Garnett Street, Henderson, in reference to a complaint received regarding the illegal sale of counterfeit goods.

During the execution of the search warrant various items were seized including: seventeen (19) jackets, four (4) sweaters, two (2) hats, (10) wallets, five (5) watches, fifteen (15) purses, fourteen (14) pairs of boots, ten (10) headphones, and U.S. Currency. The items seized are believed to be counterfeit goods with the markings of Beats by Dre™, The North Face®, MICHAEL KORS®, and UGG®.

Charges in this case are pending further investigation.

The investigation is being conducted by members of the Henderson Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division. If anyone has any information related to this case or similar cases, they are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 252-492-1925 or the Henderson Police Department at 252-438-4141. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $2,000 for information that may lead to an arrest. Callers may remain anonymous.

As consumers we must be mindful of the harm that may be associated with purchasing counterfeit items. The sale of counterfeit goods harms legitimate businesses in the community and the economy as a whole.

Authority: Chief M.W. Barrow

Henderson Vance Recreation and Parks Department Closings

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Friday, January 6, 2017

The Aycock Recreation Center at 6:00 p.m.
Pool Closes at 12:30 p.m.
The center will be closing due to impending Inclement weather. We value the safety our patrons and our staff.
Thank you for your understanding.

*This news was received via phone to WIZS News

All VGCC Campuses to close at 3:00 p.m. Today

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All campuses of Vance-Granville Community College will close today, Friday, Jan. 6, 2017, at 3 p.m. Evening and weekend activities are cancelled.

All campuses of VGCC will be closed on Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017.

Thank you.

Andrew Beal, Public Information Officer

beala@vgcc.edu

(252) 738-3322

Clarence Adrian Royster Pleads No Contest After Trial Begins

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Henderson, NC – Clarence Adrian Royster was charged with two counts of Statutory Rape or Sex Offense where the Defendant is greater than or equal to 6 years older than the victim, Indecent Liberties with a Child, Incest with a Child 13, 14 or 15 years of age when the Defendant is greater than or equal to 6 years older than the victim, Contributing to the Delinquency of a Juvenile, and Giving Fortified Wine, Liquor or Mixed Beverage to someone under the age of 21 as a result of a 2013 incident.

On Tuesday, January 3, 2017, a Vance County jury was empaneled and the State began presenting evidence in the cases against Mr. Royster. On Wednesday, January 4, 2017, after testimony from several witnesses, Mr. Royster withdrew his not guilty plea and entered a plea of no contest. Mr. Royster was sentenced to an active term of 240 to 348 months in the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, Division of Adult Correction (DAC) by resident Superior Court Judge Henry W. Hight, Jr. After Mr. Royster is released from the DAC, he must register as a sex offender and will be subject to satellite based monitoring.

The District Attorney’s Office was represented by assistant district attorneys, Melissa D. Pelfrey and Onica F. Fuller.

This case was investigated by officers with the Henderson Police Department and Detective Alan Simmons under the direction of Chief Marcus Barrow.

*This press release was sent via email from the DA’s office to multiple agents of WIZS News.