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Vance County Schools Earns National Beta District Of Distinction Honor

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Vance County Schools has been named a 2023-2024 National District of Distinction by the National Beta organization, the largest independent, non-profit, educational youth organization in America.

According to information from VCS Chief Communication Officer Aarika Sandlin, the local school district is the only district in the state to receive the award, and one of only 64 districts nationwide. The award is given to those districts who offer National Beta in all schools in their district, and who induct qualifying students in all eligible grades – grades 4‐12.

Through the exceptional efforts of Superintendent Dr. Cindy Bennett, club sponsors and deserving Beta members, Vance County Schools has flourished since the district’s initial Beta charter. This national award speaks to the district’s commitment to academic excellence, leadership development and service involvement, and illustrates their dedication to preparing students for college, and career readiness. The students in their district understand the importance of these qualities and exemplify the Beta motto, Let Us Lead by Serving Others.

The National Beta organization is committed to providing students with a positive experience in a supportive manner in grades 4-12. The organization recognizes outstanding achievement, promotes character and social responsibility, encourages service involvement to school and community, and fosters leadership skills.

Award recipients received a National Beta District of Distinction award to proudly display at their district office. In addition, National Beta District of Distinction principals received a plaque to display at their school.

The Vance County Schools Beta Club district sponsor is Andrew Markoch, Director of Fine Arts and Physical Education.

For more information about National Beta, visit www.betaclub.org

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SportsTalk: It’s Football Season

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It might be a strange think to say a week before June but it’s football season!  At least at Vance County High School.  Head football coach Aaron Elliott was a guest on Thursday’s SportsTalk to explain why football is happening.

“Our spring game was last Friday,” Elliott said.  After practicing for ten straight days the Vipers took the field in an offense versus defense match up that saw the game end with the very baseball like score of 5-0.  “What I took away from the game was competitiveness,”  Elliott said.

The team now prepares for summer workouts and a trip to the FCA football camp at NC Wesleyan in Rocky Mount.  At $185 per player, it was expensive but Coach Elliott had help.  “Clearview Church helped out tremendously by paying for the entire camp,” Elliott said.

While the boys are preparing for next fall, the girls are taking the field tonight against Southern Durham for the first ever girl’s flag football team.  “We have lots of female athletes who can get it done,” Elliott said of the lady Vipers.  Next week the Vipers will take on Louisburg.   Elliott thinks by next season the sport will be fully sanctioned and they will have a full season.

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TownTalk: Around Old Granville: A Day At The Lake

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Kerr Lake will be the destination for many boaters and campers over the long holiday weekend, but the area surrounding – and under – the man-made lake has been attracting people for literally hundreds of years.

Stately homes sitting on impressive tracts of land belonging to families with names like Hargrove and Henderson, made way for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers project. The lake, no doubt, has unrivaled recreational value today, the fertile lowlands created by Nut Bush creek as it makes its way to the Roanoke River provided farmers the perfect spot for tobacco and other crops.

One of those stately homes was Hibernia, built by the Hargrove family in 1798. The house was torn down in 1955, said local historian and N.C. Room Specialist Mark Pace. Few photographs exist of the plantation home, but remnants remain – if you know where to look.

Pace and WIZS’s Bill Harris recently accepted an invitation from Parks Superintendent Bill Stanley to come explore some of the less-traveled parts of the lake, which has nine state-maintained parks along its North Carolina shoreline.

“We went looking for the remains of Hibernia,” Pace said on Thursday’s Around Old Granville segment of TownTalk. “It was one of the more impressive old houses” in the area, he noted. And the two intrepid explorers are pretty certain they found the exact spot where it once stood.

Back then, family homes usually had a family cemetery nearby and so when the Corps was planning to build the lake, the cemeteries’ contents had to be moved. The family plots were moved to a new family cemetery and those of the enslaved people were moved to a couple of different churches nearby.

The earliest gravestone is from 1843, but the enslaved people’s graves were marked only with fieldstone.

In addition to the original house location, they also found the well, the kitchen foundation and a large, brick-lined pit that most likely was the ice house.

Moving over to Satterwhite Point, the duo explored a spring that had been discovered in the 1970’s at the J.C. Cooper campground. It likely was used for nearby Ashland, which was built by the Henderson family in 1740.

“What amazed me is how clear…and cool the water was,” Pace said. “It could have been

the reason why the Hendersons built the house where they did.” There’s a tulip poplar tree still there that possibly predates the house, Pace said.

 

Do you have memories of the area around Kerr Lake before there was a lake? Call Pace at 919.693.1121.

 

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The Local Skinny! Pop The Hood: Bug And Tar Removal

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For our sponsor, Advance Auto Parts, as part of a paid radio sponsorship on WIZS.

As the weather heats up heading into summertime conditions, it’s a good time to give a little extra attention to your vehicle’s exterior. That sunshine that feels so good can really do a number on your car’s paint, especially if you let dead bugs and road tar residue hang around too long.

Those insects that get stuck in your car or truck grill are unsightly, sure – like when you’ve got a bit of food stuck in your teeth – but did you know that the acidic nature of bugs and the materials in road tar can create bigger problems?

The folks at Advance Auto can steer you to the right product to get rid of bugs and tar before they cause damage.

Whether you choose a preventative product like a prewash or simply a product that is sure to remove the surface gunk, remember that what you want to do is to break the bond between the gunk and the surface. Especially when you’re dealing with a painted surface, it’s important to choose the right product that is designed to target the specific problem.

The information contained in this post is not advice from Advance Auto Parts or WIZS.  Safety First!  Always seek proper help.  This is presented for its informational value only and is part of a paid advertising sponsorship.

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Cooperative Extension With Jamon Glover: Parent Trap

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Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs.

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VCMS Top Bots Takes Second Place At State BrickEd Competition

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The Vance County Middle School Top Bots won second place in a statewide competition held over the weekend in Salisbury.

The Top Bots were one of six RoboVance teams to showcase their talents at the BrickEd competition, according to information from Grace Herndon, with VCS Communication & Innovative Support.

After competing at the district level on April 27, the teams advanced to the BrickEd state competition on May 18.

In addition to the VCMS Top Bots, participating teams included the Carver Eagles, E.M. Rollins’s Bear Cub Power, Clarke Tech Titans, STEM Byte Club and Aycock Robo Coders. The Bear Cub Power team from E.M. Rollins received the Sportsmanship Award.

Using LEGO Spike Prime kits and extensions, these teams programmed their robots to complete complex tasks on custom maps.

RoboVance coordinator is Stephen Jones, who, along with other dedicated staff members inspire students to achieve success.

Home And Garden Show

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On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext.

  •  Soil Samples
  • Controlling Deer in gardens
  • Check garden for insects
  • Check soil moisture
  • Protect seedlings from birds
  • Pruning Azaleas
  • Succession Planting
  • Squash bugs
  • Check tomatoes for leaf disease

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MPH Celebrates Hospital Week With A Variety Of Activities, Fun And Food

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Information courtesy of MPH Marketing & Communications Coordinator Donna Young

Maria Parham Health proudly celebrated Hospital Week from May 12 to May 18, honoring and appreciating the exceptional dedication and hard work of its hospital team.  Throughout the week, MPH organized a series of engaging activities and events to foster team spirit and camaraderie among its staff members.

The week kicked off with ‘Merica Monday, where MPH team members showcased their patriotic spirit by decking out in red, white and blue. The celebration featured an array of food trucks including Bun on the Run, Hen and Hound and Baton Rouge Cuisine, which provided a delicious variety of cuisines.

Tuesday, known as Color Day, saw MPH staff adorned in vibrant hues, adding a burst of color to the hospital environment. Harriett Baptist Church generously sponsored free hot and cold coffee for the staff, served by Love is Coffee. The day also featured an indulgent Ice Cream Sundae bar, complete with an assortment of toppings to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth.

Wednesday embraced the theme of Wild and Tacky Day, encouraging team members to embrace their creativity with mismatched prints, crazy color combinations, and unconventional headwear. Andy’s Kettle Corn and Ernestine’s Caribbean Cuisine tantalized taste buds with their delectable offerings.

Tropical Day brought a taste of the islands to MPH, with staff donning Hawaiian shirts, muu muus, and flower leis. A hospital cookout added to the festivities, with MacScoops providing frozen treats to beat the heat.

The week culminated with Sports Fan Day on Friday, where MPH team members proudly displayed their favorite team apparel. Jones BBQ food truck served up mouth-watering barbecue delights, and staff were treated to exciting giveaways throughout the day.

“We are incredibly grateful for the dedication and hard work of our hospital team,” said Bert Beard, CEO at Maria Parham Health. “Hospital Week was a fantastic opportunity to celebrate their commitment to providing exceptional care to our community. We are proud of our team’s resilience, compassion, and teamwork, which are integral to our mission of making communities healthier.”

Maria Parham Health extends its sincere appreciation to all its staff members for their unwavering dedication and contribution to the hospital’s mission.

Visit www.MariaParham.com to learn more about the hospital’s services and programs