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14 Graduate from Chamber’s 2018 Leadership Vance Program

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-Information courtesy the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce’s “Focus” newsletter – July/August 2018

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.

Union Chapel Methodist to Hold Yard Sale at Tony’s Automotive – Sat., Sept. 15

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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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West End Baptist

West End Community Watch to Meet Tues., Sept. 18; Will Hear From NCSHP

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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.

‘Slide-N-Glide’ Your Way to Fitness at the Aycock Rec. Center

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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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News 09/04/18

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West End Baptist

West End Baptist Men to Hold 220 Seafood Fundraiser, Mon. Sept. 17

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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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New Adult Co-Rec. Kickball Program Set to Begin Sept. 11 – Register Now

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-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center

Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks presents a new program – Adult Co-Recreation Kickball. Games will be played on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. beginning Tuesday, September 11, 2018.

You can register as a team or if you do not have a team, you can register as an individual and you will be placed on a team.

Entry fee will be $250 for each team or $20 for individuals. The season will be six to eight weeks in duration depending on the number of teams. Games will be played at the George Watkins Ballfields which are located at the Aycock Recreation Complex, 307 Carey Chapel Road, Henderson.

Registration deadline is Friday, September 7, 2018, at 5 p.m. You may register in-person at the Aycock Rec. Center during the following times:

Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Sunday: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

For more information, please contact Steve Osborne at (252) 438-2670 or sosborne@ci.henderson.nc.us or Victor Hunt at (252) 438-3408 or vhunt@ci.henderson.nc.us

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News 08/31/18

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Highway Patrol Requesting Public’s Assistance in Vance Co. Hit-And-Run

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-Information courtesy Michael D. Baker, First Sergeant, North Carolina State Highway Patrol

On Saturday, August 25, 2018, at approximately 2:50 p.m., the State Highway Patrol was called to investigate a two-vehicle collision on NC 39 near Gillburg Rd in Vance County. A 2016 Harley Davidson motorcycle, operated by Jacob Aaron Elliott, 32, of Henderson, was traveling south NC 39. As Mr. Elliott slowed to make a left turn, he was struck from behind by a white SUV.

As a result of the collision, both Mr. Elliott and his passenger, Hunter Elliott, 6, of Henderson, were ejected from the motorcycle. Both were transported to Duke Hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries.

The driver of the SUV fled the scene after the collision. Authorities are looking for a white 2007-2011 Honda CRV and the driver in question. The SUV sustained damage to the right front quarter panel as a result of the crash. Photos of the vehicle were captured by surveillance video at a nearby convenience store.

Anyone with information and/or tips is encouraged to contact the State Highway Patrol at 1-800-662-7956.

At the request of Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers, WIZS News is adding the following information to First Sergeant Baker’s original news release: “Contact Crime Stoppers at 252-492-1925 or use the phone app P3tips. All information remains anonymous. If an arrest is made from your tip, you may be eligible for free money ranging from $50 to $2000. The amount given will be requested by the officer in charge and passed by the Crime stoppers board.”

Rubber Ducks Set to Race Down Garnett St. in 9th Annual Ducky Derby

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Garry Daeke, development coordinator for Franklin-Granville-Vance (FGV) Smart Start, was on Thursday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk program to discuss the organization’s 9th Annual Ducky Derby Fundraiser.

This race of up to 2,500 rubber ducks will be held in downtown Henderson on Saturday, September 15, 2018. Rubber ducks will begin the race at the corner of Breckenridge and Garnett Street and will race two blocks to Orange Street. “We will open up the fire hydrants, run water and close off some side streets,” Daeke said.

Top prizes of $1000, $500 and $250 will be awarded for a first through third place finish. The last duck to cross the finish line will be awarded $100. Participants do not need to be present for the race to win a prize.

A drawing will also be held at the end of the race for 52 free meals from Chick-fil-A. You must be present to win this drawing.

Tickets for ducks are on sale now and are available for purchase from any F-G-V staff or board member. Ducks will also be available for purchase the day of the event from 10 a.m. until the race begins at 2 p.m.

Ducky options include $5 for a single duck, a “quack pack” of six ducks for $25 or a “flock” of 25 ducks for $100.

To ensure all enter the race in a timely fashion, Greystone Concrete Products of Henderson will pour purchased ducks along with approximately 500 – 1,000 additional gallons of water from their cement truck onto Garnett St.

According to Daeke, hearing the children’s excited reactions to the ducks being poured each year is part of the fun.

Daeke also acknowledged the important role sponsors play in the success of the annual fundraiser. “Most of these sponsors have been with us from the beginning or through the long-term and we want to thank them,” said Daeke. “Their support helps us to get this up and running so that it’s a successful fundraiser for us and our children, who are the benefactors.”

This year’s sponsors include:

Super Ducks – Duke Energy, Fred’s Towing & Transport, Union Bank and Mako Medical Laboratories

Top Ducks – NC Pediatrics, Chick-fil-A and University Dental Associates – Dr. Charles Burnham

Feathered Friends – Rogers Group, McDonalds, Sugar & Spice Preschool, Scotts Trucking Company and Wester Insurance Agency

Quacker Backers – WIZS Radio, Greystone Concrete Products, City of Henderson and Dataforge

All proceeds from the Ducky Derby are used to fund Smart Start programs.

Those interested in purchasing tickets, volunteering at the event or with questions may contact the F-G-V Smart Start office at (252) 433-9110 or visit the NC Smart Start website at www.ncsmartstart.org.

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