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News 08/30/18

VGCC Pins 15 Practical Nursing Graduates

 -Press Release, Vance-Granville Community College

Fifteen Practical Nursing graduates were honored for their completion of the one-year program at Vance-Granville Community College during a pinning ceremony on July 25 in the Civic Center on the college’s Main Campus.

Upon receiving their diplomas, the graduates are now eligible to sit for the national exam for licensed practical nurses (NCLEX-PN).

Among the Practical Nursing graduates recognized at the ceremony were Reuben Aluoch of Raleigh, Eunice Ayaa of Creedmoor, Christopher Ellis of Wake Forest, Nikitra Hall of Wake Forest, Jason Hurley of Youngsville, Rumana Ibrahim of Raleigh, Cassidy Ivey of Henderson, Tiffany Lemay of Warrenton, Eric Luckenbaugh of Durham, Charles Ngeve of Durham, Joyce Nyaanga of Morrisville, Rose Nyagaka of Raleigh, Wyverta Rawls of Raleigh, Cherrie Satterfield of Rougemont, and Youlanda Simpson of Durham.

Welcoming remarks were offered by Dr. Levy Brown, VGCC’s vice president of academic affairs; Erica Jastrow, the college’s chair of the Nursing Department; and Eunice Ayaa, president of the Practical Nursing Class of 2018.

Above: Graduates honored at the VGCC Practical Nursing pinning ceremony included, first (front) row, from left: Cassidy Ivey, Tiffany Lemay, Joyce Nyaanga and Nikitra Hall; second row, from left: Cherrie Satterfield, Eric Luckenbaugh, Wyverta Rawls; third row, from left: Christopher Ellis, Jason Hurley, Eunice Ayaa, Reuben Alouch, Youlanda Simpson and Charles Ngeve. (VGCC photo)

“Our Nursing program goes all the way back to 1970, almost to the founding of this great institution of which will celebrate 50 years of existence next year,” said Dr. Brown. “Now we are proud to add to that history the Practical Nursing Class of 2018, a diverse group of students from several towns in our region.” While many members of the class have chosen specific nursing specialties for their careers, many also plan to continue their education, he said.  He encouraged the graduates to “aspire, accelerate and achieve in every walk of life.”

“With success comes great responsibility,” Jastrow noted in her remarks. “These students will have the responsibility of preparing for a challenging licensing exam. So if they tell you they still have to study, they really are telling you the truth…. I also hope they will take the opportunity to share their success so that others might be inspired to take the same journey they did.”

Ayaa, the class president, offered thanks to the instructors both at VGCC and in the clinical sites where the students received on-the-job experience. “You all have taught us what will help our patients the most,” she said.

“To our family and friends, thank you for listening to us,” she said. “Thank you for letting us perform skills on you. Thank you for lending us money. I hope we will pay them back!” she added, to laughter from the room. “Thank you for helping us accomplish our dreams. We could not have done it without you — not forgetting the North Carolina taxpayers and our donors. Thank you for your generosity, for the scholarships and the financial aid we received when we could no longer work and pay for our tuition. We are so grateful.”

Heather Wilson, Nursing instructor and SimLab Coordinator, shared the story of the distinctive Nursing Pin which was awarded to each student by Jastrow during the ceremony. During the pinning, biographies were read by Kathy Bray, nursing instructor, and Vanessa Ramseur, nursing instructor, presented lamps to the graduates. The story of the lamp was shared by Patsy Pegram, nursing instructor, and the lighting of the lamps was initiated by Brande McIlroy, nursing instructor, while Crystal Senter, nursing instructor, led the Nursing Pledge.

More photos: Check out VGCC’s album on Flickr!

H-V Chamber Logo

Tickets On Sale NOW for Chamber’s Third Annual Reverse Raffle

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

The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce along with the Henderson Police Department (HPD) and the Vance County Sheriff ’s Department are partnering again to host the third annual reverse raffle.

This annual event benefits a program serving local underprivileged children called “Shop With a Cop” along with the Chamber of Commerce and its efforts to help local business. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 10, 2018, and will be held at Henderson Country Club beginning at 6 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and include dinner for two, a chance at the $5,000 grand prize and a dance at the completion of the raffle. Throughout the evening, guests will be given opportunities to bid on various silent auction items as well as two reserved tickets which will be auctioned toward the end of the ticket drawing. Three reserved tickets will also be raffled during the course of the evening.

The “Shop With a Cop” activity will take place in December at which time members of the HPD and Sheriff ’s Department will take local underprivileged children shopping with local retailers for Christmas. A certain dollar amount of the proceeds raised will be set aside for each participating child. There has been a great turnout for the past two years and we are expecting no less this year. “This fundraiser allows us to do a lot of good for the local community with the proceeds and the HPD and Sheriff ’s office are always anxious to do what we can to help local children”, said Police Chief Marcus Barrow.

There are opportunities for local businesses to donate silent auction items, sponsor the event or help in other ways. Members of the HPD, Vance County Sheriff ’s Department and Chamber staff and board of directors will be making community contacts in the very near future.

If you or your business would like to purchase tickets, donate items or get more information, contact the HPD, Vance County Sheriff ’s Department or the Chamber office at 252-438-8414.

Registration Underway for Henderson-Vance Rec. & Parks’ Youth Cheerleading

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

Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks announces that youth cheerleading registration is ongoing now through Friday, September 7, 2018. Register at Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Road, Henderson. Registration fee is $40; $30 for those that played softball in 2018.

This program is designed for youth ages 6 – 14. The participants will learn the basic skills and fundamentals of cheering. They will be assigned coaches through the Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department. Participants will practice cheering two to three times a week at the Old Aycock Park.

Cheerleaders will have the opportunity to cheer at youth football games for the Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks’ youth football programs. Home games will be played at Vance County High School.

For additional information, please contact either:

Steve Osborne – sosborne@ci.henderson.nc.us or (252) 438-2670

Victor Hunt – vhunt@ci.henderson.nc.us or (252) 438-3408

 

 

News 08/29/18

NC Coop Extension

Vance Co. 4-H Working on New Ideas, Trying to Keep Livestock Program Alive

Lina Lue, the new cooperative extension agent with 4-H Youth Development in Vance County, was on Tuesday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk program to provide listeners with a better understanding of the mission of “the nation’s largest youth group.”

Lue, an Oxford native, was a member of 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA) while in high school. Her love of these programs led her to the decision to major in extension education while attending NC State University. “I became a leader in 4-H when I was a youth member,” said Lue. “I realized I loved agriculture and had a passion for educating youth, so I went to school for extension education so I could work directly in cooperative extension.”

According to Lue, 4-H teaches youth ages 5-18 its motto of “learn by doing and how to make the best better.” Children must be five years of age by January 1 of the current year to participate.

Based on the four “H’s” of head, heart, hands and health, 4-H activities range from showing livestock to sewing classes and public speaking. “Hands stands for service to others, so we do service projects such as food drives; something that helps other people. Head refers to the knowledge you gain from participating in hands-on activities. Health demonstrates the 4-H focus on healthy living, healthy cooking and exercising. Heart is the passion you have for what you are learning,” Lue said.

While certainly not the only aspect of 4-H, agriculture makes up a larger portion of the focus. As youth have aged out of the program over the last few years, the participation in the livestock program has diminished. “We currently do not have any kids showing livestock right now,” said Lue. “I’m working on that.”

To participate in livestock shows, interested youth are paired with local farmers who volunteer their sheep, goats and cattle. “Kids work with the farmer and the animals typically once a week and then they get to show the animal and keep any prize money or awards given. The farmers are happy to do it,” Lue said.

Lue is currently trying to stir up enough interest in the community to start both an equine and a livestock club for local youth. “We need an adult leader who would commit to having nine meetings a year and then we need at least five members from three different families to be considered a club.”

Lue is also working on a parliamentary procedure and leadership program to help youth learn how to conduct a meeting, how to work together in a group setting and how to best prepare for public speaking engagements. Her goal is to begin the program in spring 2019.

In her short tenure with the Vance County Cooperative Extension Office, Lue has been busy working on new ideas for 4-H while trying to maintain established programs such as livestock. “What we really need right now are members and club leaders. The more clubs we have, the more youth we serve and the more we expand 4-H’s outreach.”

If interested in signing your child up for 4-H, to become a volunteer or if you have general questions, please contact Lue at (252) 438-8188 or lelue@ncsu.edu. The enrollment form and additional 4-H information may be found by clicking here.

Democratic Party

Vance Co. Democratic Party Looking for Volunteers

-Information courtesy M. Lynnette Allen, Vance County Democratic Party

The Vance County Democratic Party is looking for persons to serve on Precinct Committees. If you desire to make a difference in the community, please volunteer to serve on a Precinct Committee. You must be a registered Democrat voter to serve on the committee.

We invite everyone to get involved so that we can make a difference. We have various openings for everyone. Please email: mlallen65@hotmail.com or call 252-767-5195 for further details. Change cannot be made without YOU, the voter.

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News 08/28/18

Simmons to Hold Additional ‘Coffee With a Candidate’ Events in Sept.

-Information courtesy Tiarra L. Mosley, Campaign Manager, the Committee for Allen Simmons for Vance County Sheriff

The community is invited to meet Allen Simmons, candidate for Vance County Sheriff, at a series of Wednesday “Coffee With a Candidate” events being held in September.

These events will allow citizens of Vance County to come and have time to meet with Allen Simmons and discuss some of their concerns and/or wishes.

September 5, 2018: 7 – 9 a.m. at Hardee’s
September 12, 2018: 8 – 10 a.m. at Bojangles on E. Andrews Ave.
September 19, 2018: 8 – 10 a.m. at Bojangles on Dabney Dr.
September 26, 2018: 7 – 9 a.m. at Hardees’s

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Henderson Vance Recreation & Parks

Space Limited in Aycock Rec. Center’s Free Arthritis Fitness Program

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

The Aycock Recreation Center will be the site of an exercise program geared to those suffering from arthritis pain and stiffness. Courtesy of the Arthritis Foundation, this free 8-week program will be held on Mondays and Tuesdays from 2 – 3 p.m. beginning October 1 and ending December 3, 2018. Classes will not be held on October 18, November 12 or November 22, 2018.

This program is low-impact and joint-safe and has been proven to decrease pain and stiffness while increasing flexibility and range of motion; suitable for every fitness level.

Space in the class is on a first come, first served basis with a limit of 15 people.

For more information, please contact Crystal Allen at (252) 431-8091 or callen@ci.henderson.nc.us

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