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HFD’s Annual Boot Drive Raises $13K+ for MPH Oncology Center

THIS STORY IS PRESENTED IN PART BY DRAKE DENTISTRY

Captain Lee Edmonds, with the Henderson Fire Department, was on Wednesday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk program to discuss the fire department’s recent fundraiser for the Maria Parham Health Oncology Center.

On Tuesday afternoon, Edmonds and other HFD representatives presented the administration and staff of Maria Parham Health with a check for $13,620 to be used for care and resources for cancer patients.

On Tuesday, November 12, 2019, Henderson Fire Department representatives presented the administration and staff of Maria Parham Health with a check for $13,620 to be used for care and resources for cancer patients. (HFD photo)

In October, the fire department held its third annual Breast Cancer Boot Drive, complete with pink boots, in front of the fire station on Dabney Drive in Henderson. Money raised goes directly to MPH’s “Angel Fund,” a fund created to help patients overcome the financial hardships that serve as barriers to cancer treatment.

“The money helps patients with transportation costs, covers the cost of certain medications and allows MPH to offer free breast screenings every October,” said Edmonds.

Topping last year’s donation amount by $320 and the donation made in 2017 – the first year of the fundraiser – by over $2,000, Edmonds said the fire department is proud to have raised over $38,000 for local cancer patients in the past three years.

“We would like to thank all of the citizens, whether local or from out-of-town, who rode through and donated,” said Edmonds. “Your contribution is appreciated and makes a difference.”

Up next for the HFD is the annual in-home smoke detector inspection program that begins each November for City of Henderson residents.

To hear Edmonds’ interview in its entirety, please click here. Edmonds’ portion of the Town Talk segment begins at the 18:25 minute mark. Listen live to WIZS’ Town Talk Monday-Friday at 11 a.m. on 1450AM, 100.1 FM or online at www.wizs.com.

Big Ruin Creek Missionary Baptist to Hold Anniversary Celebration for Pastor

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-Information courtesy Ann Jones, Big Ruin Creek Missionary Baptist Church

Big Ruin Creek Missionary Baptist Church will hold an anniversary celebration for Pastor Charles Burwell on Sunday, November 24, 2019, at 4 p.m.

Rev. John Silver of Red Bud Baptist Church will be in attendance, along with his choir and church family.

Pastor Burwell will preach for the morning service beginning at 11 a.m. Dinner will be served after the morning service.

The church is located at 16 Big Ruin Creek Lane in Henderson.

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City of Henderson Releases Sanitation Schedule for Thanksgiving Holiday

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-Information courtesy Esther J. McCrackin, City Clerk, City of Henderson, NC

The City of Henderson has released the sanitation schedule for the Thanksgiving Holiday. The schedule will be as follows for recycling and yard debris:

Monday, November 25 –  Monday and Tuesday customers will be collected

Tuesday, November 26 – Wednesday and Thursday customers will be collected

Wednesday, November 27  – Friday customers will be collected

Please note that Waste Industries garbage collection will follow a different schedule for Thanksgiving. Their schedule is as follows:

Monday, November 25 – No Change

Tuesday, November 26 – No Change

Wednesday, November 27  – No Change

Friday, November 29 – Waste Industries to collect Thursday customers

Saturday, November 30 – Waste Industries to collect Friday customers

If you have any questions, please call the Assistant Public Works Director, Lee Owens at (252) 431-0419

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Raleigh Ringers to Bring Holiday Cheer to McGregor Hall

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-Information courtesy McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center

McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center will be filled with the sounds of the holidays on Friday, December 6, 2019, with a special one-night performance by The Raleigh Ringers. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m.

As seen annually on UNC-TV!

The Raleigh Ringers’ holiday handbell concert runs the gamut of song selections from old yuletide favorites to Vince Guaraldi’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas” score and other sounds of the season.

Tickets may be purchased by:

DROP-IN: 201 Breckenridge Street, Henderson, N.C. Monday – Friday 1:30 – 5:30 p.m

CALL: (252) 598-0662 (M-F 1:30 – 5:30 p.m.)

CLICK HERE: www.McGregorHall.org  (Use the eTix official site, online fees apply)

(This is not a paid advertisement)

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Blessed Hope Baptist to Hold Keith Plott Gospel Singing

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-Information courtesy Lauren Elliott, Blessed Hope Baptist Church

Blessed Hope Baptist Church, 741 Dabney Road in Henderson, will hold a Keith Plott Gospel Singing on Sunday, November 24, 2019, at 6 p.m.

All are invited to attend!

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