-Information and weather charts courtesy Brian K. Short, Director of Emergency Operations, Henderson-Vance County Emergency Operations and Ready NC
Peak hurricane season for the Atlantic Basin is upon us. “The tropics are now active with several developing systems but so far nothing is headed directly our way,” said Brian Short, director of Emergency Operations for Henderson-Vance County.
As of 7 a.m. this morning, Tropical Depression Gordon was moving through Jackson, Mississippi in a NW direction at 14 MPH. Maximum sustained winds were 35 MPH.
As of 5 a.m. this morning, Hurricane Florence was classified as a Category 2 storm with maximum sustained winds of 105 MPH. The storm is still a considerable distance out in the Atlantic, approximately 1,210 miles WNW from the Northern Leeward Islands.
Forecasters are currently watching a system developing behind Hurricane Florence that could become a developed storm in the next five days.
Click here for more information on the Henderson-Vance County Emergency Operations department along with a convenient, online way to register for their Code RED Warning System.
You may also visit the NC Ready website for additional information on emergency situations facing the state of NC.
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Jeffrey Strickland is a relative newcomer to the volunteer ranks at Rebuilding Hope. A resident of the Inez community in Warren County, he began lending a helping hand at RHI in May.
Jeffrey Strickland was named Rebuilding Hope, Inc. Volunteer in the Spotlight for September. (Photo: Rebuilding Hope)
Jeffrey, a graduate of Dillard Road Academy, says he learned about the opportunity at RHI through one of his mother’s coworkers. The coworker is also a volunteer.
Jeffrey, like most RHI volunteers, helps with the annual Servants on Site and pitches in at the warehouse wherever he’s needed. “Ministry work is a good thing to do,” he says of his decision to volunteer. “Helping communities around the area is rewarding.”
Jeffrey’s hobbies and leisure time activities include woodworking, hunting and fishing, or, he says, “anything outdoors.” A member of Centerville Baptist Church, he serves in the worship services by running the soundboard.
Jeffrey is the son of Greg and Donna Smith and David Strickland. He has a sister, Makayla.
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-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center
Beginning Yoga classes will be held in the Aycock Recreation Center’s Multi-Purpose Room on Thursday evenings from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Classes begin Thursday, September 6 and end Thursday, October 25, 2018. There will be no class on Thursday, October 18.
These sessions are based on basic Yoga techniques that inspire physical, mental and spiritual peace from within through balance, stretching and breathing.
Please bring your own Yoga mat.
The fee is $1 for members and $2 for non-members. Class instructor is Beryle Lewis.
For more information, please contact Lauren Newlin at (252) 438-3160 or lnewlin@ci.henderson.nc.us
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The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce had fourteen graduates from this year’s annual Leadership Vance program. Leadership Vance is designed to create a group of informed and dedicated leaders who will contribute to the community. The program is organized into twelve sessions which began on February 7, 2018, with an orientation breakfast at Vance-Granville Community College and concluded on July 24, 2018, with a graduation ceremony and dinner at Hillside Farms in Henderson.
Participants are exposed to various aspects of Henderson and Vance County, specifically in regard to city and county government, health and community resources, economic development, agriculture and natural resources, history, media, criminal justice and law.
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce graduates 14 community leaders from the 2018 Leadership Vance program. (Photo: Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce)
On June 14, this year’s class completed their community service project by assisting with a Vance County Food Giveaway! This project was sponsored by First Baptist Church of Henderson, St. James Missionary Church, Vance County Social Services, Vance County Cooperative Extension Center and Vance County USDA Farm Service Agency.
The class held their final celebration with a graduation dinner at Hillside Farms on Tuesday, July 24. Participants received a diploma for completing the five-month course, enjoyed reminiscing about the highlights and memories made during their five months together, ate a wonderful meal and took part in a variety of fun activities around the farm.
Graduates of this year’s class include: Mary Ann Avery, Resource Developmental Director – Boys and Girls Club of North Central NC; Ronald Bennett, Director of Transportation – Variety Wholesalers; Candice Braxton, Branch Manager – Union Bank; Dr. Jacqueline Crosson, Principal – Pinkston Street Elementary School; Rex A. Crouse (Adam), Asst. Director of Clinical Practice – 3 HC; Tia Dixon, Administrative Support Specialist – City of Henderson; Turner Pride, County Extension Director – Vance County Cooperative Extension; Christopher Reid, Compliance, Safety and Asset Protection Manager – Walmart DC 6091; Trey Snide, Sales Account Manager – WIZS; Jennifer Williams, Asst. Tax Administrator – Vance County Tax Office; Lisa M. Falkner, Vance County Emergency – Management/Emergency; Monay Grant, Customer Relations Specialist – 3HC; Dennis Jarvis, Director – Henderson-Vance County Economic Development; Christine Nguyen, Managing Editor – The Daily Dispatch.
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-Information courtesy Edward Woodlief, Union Chapel United Methodist Church
Union Chapel United Methodist Church is having a huge yard sale on Saturday, September 15, 2018, at Tony’s Automotive, 415 Raleigh Road, Henderson. The yard sale will be held from 7 a.m. until 12 p.m.
Items for sale include a treadmill, household dryer, china, silver pieces, dolls, holiday items and lots of miscellaneous.
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-Information courtesy Claire Catherwood, West End Community Watch
West End Community Watch will meet on Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of West End Baptist Church on Dabney Drive. The speaker for the evening will be Trooper Wilder of the Highway Patrol. Members of the Henderson Police Department will be present to provide a report on recent criminal activity.
All are welcome. Please plan to attend.
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-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center
Slide-N-Glide exercise fitness classes will be held in the Aycock Recreation Center’s Multi-Purpose Room on Tuesday evenings from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Classes begin Tuesday, September 4 and go through Tuesday, October 30, 2018.
The fee is $1 for members and $2 for non-members. Class instructor is Barbara Evans.
For more information, please contact Lauren Newlin at (252) 438-3160 or lnewlin@ci.henderson.nc.us
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-Information courtesy Jerry Parrish, Baptist Men of West End Baptist Church
The Baptist Men of West End Baptist Church on Dabney Drive in Henderson will be sponsoring a Fish Fry Fundraiser at 220 Seafood Restaurant on Monday, September 17, 2018, from 4 to 7 p.m.
Dinner includes fried trout, french fries, cole slaw and hushpuppies. Eat in or take out. Drink included for eat in only. Glad to serve walk-ins.
$7.00 per plate.
All proceeds will be used to support local ministries including ACTS, Lifeline Ministries, Rebuilding Hope and many others.
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