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H-V Chamber of Commerce Announces Upcoming August Ribbon Cuttings

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-Information courtesy Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce announces two upcoming ribbon cuttings for the month of August – the Salvation Army Thrift Store and Badcock Furniture and More.

The ribbon cutting for the Salvation Army Thrift Store, 2108 Raleigh Road, Henderson, will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 10, 2018.

Badcock Furniture and More, in the Dabney Drive Shopping Center, Henderson, will hold their ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at 11 a.m.

All are invited to attend.

Henderson Rotary Club Yard Sale – This Saturday, Aug. 4

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-Information courtesy the Henderson Rotary Club

The Henderson Rotary Club will hold a yard sale this Saturday, August 4, 2018, from 7 a.m. until “there is nothing left.”

The yard sale will be held in the old Rose Gin & Supply Co. beside Rose Oil Company on US-158 Bypass, Henderson.

Money raised will benefit local community projects of the Henderson Rotary Club.

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News 08/03/18

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STEM Early High School to Hold Orientation Sessions for 6th – 8th Graders

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-Press Release, Vance County Schools
Orientation for sixth graders who will attend STEM Early High School for the 2018-2019 school year will be held on Tuesday, August 21, 2018.
Orientation for seventh and eighth graders at STEM Early High will be held on Thursday, August 23, 2018.
Sessions on both days will be held at the school on the campus of Vance County High School at 925 Garrett Road, Henderson. On each day, students are expected to attend from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A parent meeting will be held at 1 p.m. on both days.

Only a Few Days Remain to Register for Kids’ Construction Camp

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-Information courtesy Rebuilding Hope, Inc.

Only a few days remain to register for the Rebuilding Hope, Inc. Kids’ Construction Camp being held August 6 – 8, 2018.

The camp will be held from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. each day at the Rebuilding Hope warehouse at 414 Raleigh Road, Henderson. Space is limited to 30 participants in third through sixth grades.

Campers will be given hands-on experience with basic construction skills as they rotate through stations such as Hammer & Nails, Electrical & Plumbing, Block Laying and Take-home Building Project.

The registration form is available at www.rebuildinghopeinc.org. Forms are also available at the Rebuilding Hope office. There is no charge for the camp.

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News 08/02/18

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R&B Legends “The Manhattans” to Perform at McGregor Hall

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R&B legends “The Manhattans” featuring Henderson-native Gerald Alston bring their smooth sound with hits like “Kiss and Say Goodbye” and “Shining Star” to the McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. on Friday, August 3, 2018. The performance also features a pre-show meet and greet with Gerald Alston.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW

Tickets are $37.36* or $32.03* and price variation is dependent on the seat section of the theater. Tickets are not general admission, rather, seat selections are made in advance and are based on availability. See below for Meet & Greet Tickets.

All seats are expected to sell out. Advance ticket purchases recommended. Tickets may be purchased anytime online by using McGregor Hall’s trusted eTix website available at https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/11557/mcgregor-hall-performing-arts-center

Tickets can also be purchased at the Box Office located at McGregor Hall – 201 Breckenridge Street, Henderson, NC, or by calling the Box Office at (252) 598-0662. The Box Office is open Monday – Friday from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. (closed on Holidays & Observances).

[SOLD OUT] MEET & GREET with GERALD ALSTON
Enhance your experience with PREMIUM MEET & GREET TICKETS that include front-row seats to the concert as well as admission to a private catered reception with Gerald Alston prior to the show at 6:30 p.m.

*Ticket prices include local & state sales tax. Additional fees are charged for online purchases.

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Community Day at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist, Sun., Aug. 5

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-Information courtesy Angela Crawford, Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church

Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church invites the public to attend Community Day on Sunday, August 5, 2018, at 11 a.m. during worship service. The guest speaker will be Vance County native Edyth Thompson, executive director of Rebuild Communities.

Rebuild Communities plans to offer resources for Henderson residents needing assistance with GED classes, adult literacy training, homeownership, education counseling and foreclosure prevention counseling.

The center is located at 117 Church St., Henderson, and is open to anyone who would like to take advantage of Rebuild Communities.

News 08/01/18

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Vance Family Medicine Presents 2018-19 Season at McGregor Hall

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-Information courtesy McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center

Vance Family Medicine proudly presents the 2018-2019 season at McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center in downtown Henderson.

Take advantage of McGregor Hall’s performance series packages to enjoy shows throughout the year and experience more entertainment for less. Each diverse package option is specifically created to offer something for everyone. Purchase one for yourself or as a gift for someone else.

Packages include:

WIZS 1450 AM presents Heritage! – a showcase of 6 culture-rich performances:

  • September 22, 2018:
    Les Long’s Comedy Jam featuring Shucky Ducky and Hamburger Jones
  • October 19, 2018:
    Vanessa Ferguson, The Voice 2017 semi-finalist
  • October 26, 2018:
    Heritage! Night for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
  • January 11, 2019:
    Masters of Soul Motown Revue
  • February 16, 2019:
    The Fifth Dimension
  • May 10, 2019:
    The Music of Sammy Davis, Jr.

The Rosemyr Corporation presents McGregor Live! – a showcase of 6 performances:

  • October 13, 2018:
    Branson’s Ozark Jubilee presents Stars of the Grand Ole Opry
  • October 26-28 & November 2-4, 2018:                                                                                                                                        McGregor Live! Night for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
  • December 1, 2018:
    Scattered, Smothered and Covered: A Waffle House Christmas
  • December 20, 2018:
    Carol of the King: The Irish Dance Christmas Spectacular
  • January 26, 2019:
    The Platters
  • March 24, 2019:
    Johnny Peers and the Muttville Comix

Joy! is a showcase of three Gospel Music performances you won’t want to miss:

  • November 17, 2018:
    Triumphant Quartet with special opening local guest artist Unashamed
  • January 19, 2019:
    Ernie Hasse and Signature Sound featuring the South Henderson Pentecostal Holiness Church and opening artist Pastor Frank Sossamon
  • March 22, 2019:
    The McKameys with special opening by local guest Christian artist Lynn Cooper

Visit www.mcgregorhall.org/packages to learn more and to preview a video of these three popular packages. Ticket packages are available now!                                                                                                        

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