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Last ‘Meet Me in the Street’ for Season Set for Thurs., Sept. 27

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

The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce, along with Presenting Sponsor NC Towing & Recovery, will host the last of this year’s “Meet Me in the Street” free community concerts on Thursday, September 27.

The third and final concert of the season will feature “Liquid Pleasure.” After more than two decades of bringing audiences to their feet, this band has become a multi-cultural icon. Veteran member Melvin Farrington says “We love being in touch with people like us, who love a variety of good music, and appreciate hearing it performed live.” Liquid Pleasure presents a mix of oldies, beach music and disco.

In addition to the live music and dancing, the kids can enjoy a section all their own sponsored by Maria Parham Health.

Sponsors for this year’s concert series are: NC Towing & Recovery – Presenting Sponsor; Duke Energy and Maria Parham Health – Gold Sponsors; BB&T, Mars Petcare, Wake Electric Membership Corporation and Walmart DC #6091 – Silver Sponsors; and 3hc, Benchmark Community Bank, Carolina Sunrock, Express Employment Professionals, Henderson-Vance Downtown Development Commission and Waste Industries – Bronze Sponsors.

Contributing Sponsors are CenturyLink, Coastal Federal Credit Union, Franklin Brothers Nursery, Henderson-Vance Economic Development Commission, Hoyle’s Tire & Axle, NC Motorsports Park and Woodforest Bank.

Promotional Sponsors are Brewer Cycles, Fidelity Bank, Satterwhite Point Marina, Servpro and Union Bank.

All concerts are free to the public and are held at the corner of North Garnett and Breckenridge Streets in downtown Henderson from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m.

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Public Forum for Vance Co. Sheriff Candidates Rescheduled for Oct. 14

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The public forum for Vance County Sheriff candidates Curtis Brame, Charles Pulley and Allen Simmons originally scheduled for Sunday, September 16, 2018, has been rescheduled for Sunday, October 14 from 3 – 5 p.m. in the Vance County Commissioners’ Room of the old courthouse, 122 Young St., Henderson.

Hosted by the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce, The Daily Dispatch and WIZS Radio, the forum will allow each candidate the opportunity to make an opening statement followed by a question and answer session from representatives of the Chamber, the Dispatch and WIZS. Each candidate will also be given the opportunity to make a two-minute closing statement.

The public will be given an opportunity to suggest the questions that will be asked at the forum. Those questions should be submitted to john@hendersonvance.org, by noon on Friday, October 12. Prior to the forum, a panel represented by the media and the Chamber’s governmental affairs committee will select the order of questions.

The public will also be given the chance to submit questions to the panel on the day of the forum. For more information, contact the Chamber of Commerce at (252) 438-8414 or sandra@hendersonvance.org.

The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

*WIZS Radio will be recording the forum from 3 – 5 p.m. and airing it in its entirety from 5 – 7 p.m. the same day, Sunday, October 14, following the broadcast of the Carolina Panthers game. It will also be live streamed on wizs.com and posted to wizs.com as a podcast for repeat listening.

Sept. is National Preparedness Month: Does Your Small Business Have a Disaster Plan?

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

September is National Preparedness Month. For small business owners, being prepared can mean the difference between staying in business or not following a disaster. The Small Business Administration can assist your business from the planning stages to recovery. Below are the steps they list for Emergency Preparedness. These are each covered at a more in-depth level on the SBA website at www.SBA.gov.

Disaster Planning

Small business owners invest a tremendous amount of time, money and resources to make their ventures successful, yet many owners fail to properly plan and prepare for disaster situations. According to the Institute for Business and Home Safety, an estimated 25 percent of businesses do not reopen following a major disaster. You can protect your business by identifying the risks associated with natural and man-made disasters, and by creating a plan for action should a disaster strike. By keeping those plans updated, you can help ensure the survival of your business. A great place to start is the SBA’s Small Business Disaster Preparedness Guide on the web.

Disaster Assistance

Disaster can strike at any time, and even the most prepared businesses can be adversely impacted. If your business has been impacted by a disaster, the SBA can help by providing disaster assistance.

Disaster Cleanup

Taking the proper cleanup precautions means you can get back to business sooner. Explore some important tips and advice to help you get back on your feet safely.

SBA’s Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Plan

This plan lays out an overall plan for the Disaster Loan Program, both for smaller scale events when ODA resources easily meet demand and for larger scale ones requiring greater participation from all agency resources.

State Government Information

State governments relay pertinent information to businesses affected by disasters and offer a number of services to help businesses prepare and recover from disasters. Learn more about your state.

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.

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

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-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.

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Henderson-Vance Chamber to Hold 20th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser

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

Join the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce at the Henderson Country Club for the 20th Annual Chamber Challenge Golf Tournament. This Captain’s Choice tournament is one of the Chamber’s largest fundraising events for the year. The Double Eagle sponsor will be BB&T.

Date & Time:

Thursday, October 4, 2018, at 11:30 a.m. – Registration 12:00 p.m. – Lunch 1:00 p.m. – Shotgun start

Tournament Entry Fee $120/Golfer or $440/Foursome

Tournament fee includes:

  • Cart & green fees
  • Mulligan three pack
  • Goody bag
  • Lunch
  • Beverages and snacks on the course
  • Dinner and awards ceremony

Awards & contests awards for first through third place teams will be given. Skills contests include Hole-in-One, Longest Drive, and Closest to the Pin. We will also have the Poker Fun game, the “Monster Launcher,” ChipOBoard and a putting contest.

Sponsorships are available – par level and above includes a HOLE SPONSORSHIP with signage for your company:

 EAGLE Sponsor (Includes Six Players and 6 Three Packs): $1,000

 BIRDIE Sponsor – (Includes Four Players and 4 Three Packs): $ 750

 PAR Sponsor – (Includes Four Players and 4 Three Packs): $ 500

 TEAM Sponsor – (Includes Four Players and 4 Three Packs $ 440

 REFRESHMENTS (soda, water, snacks) Sponsor: $ 300

 BEVERAGE CART Sponsor – (No players): $ 300 (Two available)

 CLOSEST TO THE PIN Sponsor – (No Players): $ 125 (Two available)

 LONGEST DRIVE Sponsor: $ 125 (Two available)

 TEE BOX OR GREEN Sponsor Only: $ 100

 INDIVIDUAL Player: $ 120

“Golfers, you don’t want to miss out on this exciting day of golf. This is one of the Chamber’s largest fundraising events for the year, so we need your help!  You can be a sponsor in many ways. Not only will it promote your business, you will also have a great time networking with other area business people,” said Sandra Wilkerson, director of Admin and Events for the Henderson-Vance Chamber.

For more information, please call Wilkerson or any Chamber staff member at (252) 438-8414.

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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.

Daily Dispatch & H-V Chamber Seeking ’10 Under 40′ Nominations

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-Information courtesy Sandra C. Wilkerson, Director of Administration and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

Do you know someone under the age of 40 making a difference in the Henderson-Vance County community? The Daily Dispatch and the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce are seeking nominations to identify our community’s young, emerging leaders in politics, business, nonprofit, and the faith community.

To nominate someone, go to https://bit.ly/10under40form. You can also pick up forms at either the Chamber office at 414 S. Garnett Street, Henderson or at The Daily Dispatch at 304 S. Chestnut Street, Henderson.

Deadline to submit nominations is August 10, 2018

Check out the video on the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce Facebook page where Chamber President John Barnes and The Dispatch Publisher Nancy Wykle talk about why it’s important to identify the people under the age of 40 who are helping move our community forward.

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H-V Chamber Seeking Donations for New Teacher Welcome Bags

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-Information courtesy Sandra C. Wilkerson, Director of Administration and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce is preparing to welcome new teachers to the Vance County area on Tuesday, August 14, 2018. The schools include all Vance County Public Schools, Henderson Collegiate, Crossroads Christian School, Kerr-Vance Academy, and Vance Charter School.

We are looking for donations from local business owners to pack into bags for these teachers. We have approximately 210 new teachers that we will be welcoming to the area.

If your business would be able to donate, we would greatly appreciate it. Donations are being accepted now until Tuesday, August 7.

Thank you for your generous donations and for being a part of this special project.

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Lunch Break to Educate: Canva for Your Small Business

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

Lunch Break to Educate

Introduction to Canva for Your Small Business

Learn how to create flyers, business cards, web postings and more. This is a hands-on session.

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Register online at www.vgcc.edu/schedules/small-business-center