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Upcoming July Events at Perry Memorial Library

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-Information courtesy the Perry Memorial Library website

In addition to kid’s summer programming, Perry Memorial Library has plenty of upcoming events for the whole family, including:

Sunday, July 14 – showing of “Monkey Kingdom” narrated by Tina Fey. Part of the library’s Second Sundays Matinees, this movie for the whole family will play from 2 – 4 p.m. Bring your own snacks and drinks with lids.

Monday, July 15 – free live music performed by Sandra Camila at 3 p.m. in the Farm Bureau Room.

Tuesday, July 16 – Terrific Tuesday free movie showing of “Wonder” (rated PG) in the Farm Bureau Room at 2 p.m. Don’t miss this earnest, emotional book adaptation with a strong message. Bring your own snacks and drinks with lids.

Tuesday, July 16 – History Explorers “American Values, American Wilderness” in the local History Room from 5 – 6 p.m.

Tuesday, July 23 – History Explorers “NASA’s 10 greatest Achievements: Countdown 10-6” in the local History Room from 5 – 6 p.m.

Friday, July 26 – Bright Star Touring Theater presents “Upcycled Cinderella” at 1 p.m. in the Farm Bureau Room. Upcycled Cinderella shows that with a little creativity and ingenuity, you can make the most of any situation. A great show for younger audiences, or anyone who is young at heart.

Tuesday, July 30 – History Explorers “Codebreakers: Bletchley Park’s Lost Heroes” in the local History Room from 5 – 6 p.m.

To stay updated on free entertainment and learning opportunities, be sure to check Perry Library’s website frequently.

News 07/12/19

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Henderson Police Department

HPD Update: 16-Year-Old Shooting Victim Dead, Officer ‘Alert’

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Updated HPD Press Release- July 11, 2019

Officers of the Henderson Police Department, in conjunction with the State Bureau of Investigations and other area law enforcement, are aggressively seeking information and witnesses to the shooting of 16-year-old Adonious Hawkins Jr. Adonious Hawkins Jr. succumbed to his injuries in the early hours of the morning at an area hospital.

Assistance from the public is vital in solving this case. We feel that we have strong leads in this heinous act and hope to find justice for the victim and his family.

Our officer, who was shot while investigating this case, is alert and hopefully on the path to recovery. Our agency has requested the State Bureau of Investigations to investigate this incident per normal procedures. The officer’s name will not be released by the Henderson Police Department.

We are asking for anyone with information to contact us through social media, Crime Stoppers (252) 492-1925, Henderson Police Department (252) 438-4141, the P3 App, or through the State Bureau of Investigations at (919) 779-8188 (day) or 1-800-334-3000 (nights and weekends).

We are truly grateful for the support shown by our citizens, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office, Warren County Sheriff’s Office, Granville County Sheriff’s Office, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, the North Carolina Highway Patrol, the SBI, and Federal Agencies.

Authority: Chief M.W. Barrow

Town Talk: The Cabin Pickers’ Stephanie Cole On Air – 07/11/19

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Stephanie Cole, a singer with local group The Cabin Pickers, was on Thursday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk to discuss her background and to perform one of her favorite songs, “The Promise” by The Martins.

To hear Cole’s Town Talk interview in its entirety, please click the play button below. Listen live to WIZS’ Town Talk Monday-Friday at 11 a.m. on 1450AM, 100.1 FM or online at www.wizs.com.

News 07/11/19

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Henderson Police Department

Henderson Police Officer Shot While Investigating Earlier Shooting

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Press Release – July 11, 2019 On Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at approximately 9:00pm, Henderson Police Department officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 400 block of Charles Street. Upon arrival to the area, officers located a subject who had been shot, lying in the roadway.  The shooting victim was transported to […]

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News 07/10/19

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