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TownTalk: Granville County Tourism Heating Things Up In June

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With summer just around the corner, Granville County’s calendar of events is heating up with a variety of programs, events and exhibits from Butner to Oxford sure to satisfy everyone’s interests.

Granville’s Tourism Director Angela Allen has a whole list of activities for folks to take part in most any time – summer in Granville County, she said, sort of unfolds – there’s something to do just about all the time.

Looking for an easy way to wind down after work with family and friends? Head to downtown Oxford on Thursday evenings from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in June for Quittin’ Time. Slow down for a minute and stroll downtown, listening to live music, visiting local retail shops and enjoying small plate and specialty beverages from participating restaurants.

Or head down to Creedmoor’s Cedar Creek Gallery any ol’ time to catch the National Teapot Show, which comes every three years to the art gallery/retail space in southern Granville County. The exhibit features teapots created by artisans and craftspeople from all over, from the functional to the sublime.

Find some fresh produce, local meats and more at the Oxford Armory Farmer’s Market in downtown Oxford on Saturday mornings.

That’s just a sample of what’s available across Granville County this season, and Allen has a whole other list of special events that you’ll surely want to take in.

  • Butner Summer Festival this weekend, June 5-6. There’s a barbecued chicken cookoff, live music, vendors, kids’ activities and more.
  • Juneteenth Freedom Day – in Creedmoor on Friday, June 19
  • Juneteenth Freedom Day – Oxford on Saturday, June 20
  • Bee Jubilee and Food Truck Rodeo – Saturday, June 27 at the Granville County Expo and Convention Center on Highway 15 just south of Oxford

See a complete listing of events taking place in Granville County at www.visitgranvillenc.com

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(The text and audio are not a paid ad. Granville Tourism is, however, an advertising client of WIZS.com.)

TownTalk: CultureFest Coming to Downtown Oxford May 9

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CultureFest returns to downtown Oxford on Saturday, May 9 for its sixth year celebrating cultural diversity through music, dance, food, language and the arts.

Hosted by the John Chavis Historical Society, CultureFest also is a nod to the legacy of Dr. Helen Chavis Othow, the society’s founder and the person who spearheaded the very first CultureFest.

Othow’s daughter, Ajulo Othow, who also serves as the society’s treasurer, said it’s extra special to have CultureFest on Mother’s Day weekend, calling it “a celebration of my mom’s legacy and all that she taught me.”

Join the fun along Main Street and Williamsboro Street Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. – admission is free – and experience sights, sounds, tastes and craftsmanship from all over the globe.

“It’s a way of celebrating the contributions of all people to our community,” Othow said on Monday’s TownTalk. “What it really is intended to do is create a space where – unfortunately we don’t have enough spaces like this – where we can all come together and appreciate each other in a way that’s really meaningful and that’s coming from a place of love. It really is about love at the end of the day.”

A few years ago, Othow said she sought the help of an event planner to help with the growing festival. This is the third year that The Cathy Anna Collective has joined forces with the John Chavis Historical Society to produce the festival.

As the event planner explained it, CultureFest grew from a parking lot event with a crowd of about 800 to a street festival with a crowd of 3,500 two years ago to 5,500 in attendance last year.

“We are really expecting more crowd this year,” Anna said. “The word is out. People have seen what we do at CultureFest, which is totally different.

The event offers a unique experience for everyone.

Among those experiences are 13 different performances throughout the day, from the 10 a.m. opening ceremony to the 5 p.m. Latin Trois band. In between, there will be Irish dancing, a karate and weapons demonstration by a former Olympian, dancing by the Haliwa Saponi tribe, reggae and steel drums, West Africa Kuumba dancers, the British Invaders and so much more.

Those in attendance last year will surely remember the Chinese dancers and their Dragon Dance.

Anna said the dragon won’t be back, but the dance group will be. And they’re bringing something “super spectacular” that you’ll surely want to see.

“There will be a ton of different performers who are going to come in and share their culture with us, which is so beautiful,” she said.

About 100 vendors will bring an array of foods representing different parts of the world, as well as artisans who will have unique handcrafted items. And since it’s Mother’s Day weekend, you can find that special something for Mom while you’re visiting CultureFest and enjoying all it has to offer.

The organizers said it’s important to try to provide something new each year to incorporate into the performances and activities that are crowd favorites.

“We want to grow it every year,” Anna said.

For her, seeing the array of different cultures represented at CultureFest brought her to a new level of understanding.

And what began as a job a few years ago quickly became her “heart project,” Anna said. She said, “Loving on people who don’t look like me – I absolutely love that. When you’re in that space and you see people learning, and enthralled at what’s happening before them, you know they’re taking it away in their hearts. That’s a special, special project.”

Othow said although CultureFest is just one day, “it is an opportunity to step away from the daily – sometimes sad, sometimes negative news – to be able to think about, learn about things that are enduring beyond the day-to-day. The language, dance, art, music – those things are universal,” she said. “They remind us of what’s really important – our humanity, the togetherness that we share, the commonalities that we share.”

Visit culturefestnc.com to see a full schedule of events for CultureFest.

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The Local Skinny! Good Times to Kick Off May with Granville County Tourism

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Ladies, (and gents, too – why not?)  find yourself a ‘fascinator’ and head to downtown Oxford Saturday afternoon for the Art, Wine and Beer festival. In addition to the titled features, there will be live music and lots of fun activities with a Kentucky Derby theme.

This annual event, hosted by The Hub on Main, takes place on Saturday, May 2 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., but Granville Tourism Director Angela Allen says to come early to eat, walk, shop and enjoy all that downtown has to offer.

Local artists will be on hand with unique, handcrafted items. There will be wine and beer tastings, too.

But downtown isn’t the only happenin’ place in Oxford Saturday.  The ultimate Elvis performance is coming to Thorndale Oaks. Tickets for the “Aloha from Vegas” show are on sale now. Platinum-level tickets are limited to 50 guests – who will enjoy early entry at 5 p.m., front-stage seating, food, a champagne toast and a pre-concert look at what it takes to put on the show.

VIP ticket holders enter at 6:15 p.m. and can be part of a meet-and-greet before the 7:15 p.m. performance, Allen said.

Go to www.visitgranvillenc.com to find out all the details.

Call 919.603.3701 or 919-725-5201 to purchase tickets.

The popular Quittin’ Time cranks back up on Thursday, May 7 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and continues on Thursdays throughout May and June. A variety of downtown restaurants and shops will have small plate offerings and specialty beverages for patrons as they stroll downtown Oxford and enjoy live music, evening shopping in a relaxed atmosphere as the weekend approaches.

Lots of outside seating creates a great social vibe, Allen said, so get ready to chat with friends, new and old during Quittin’ Time.

Allen said the Downtown Oxford Restaurant Initiative – DORI – has a Facebook page that lists participating restaurants and retailers.

Then on Saturday, May 9, Culture Fest comes to downtown Oxford from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It’s a celebration of diversity and community, Allen said, and will include food, cultural experiences, kids’ activities and more.

Cedar Creek Gallery outside Creedmoor hosts its triennial National Teapot Show, beginning May 15 and continuing through Sept. 14.

This nationally recognized exhibit will feature all kinds of teapots, from functional to creative to artistic, Allen said. Artists from all across the country have submitted entries, she said.

They will be for sale, but they’ll all remain in the gallery for the duration of the exhibit, so visitors can see the artists’ creativity and imagination shining through in these works of art.

Creativity and imagination aren’t only for artisans, however. If you head over to The Ox Theater on May 31, you’ll get to see creativity and imagination in the form of a a Taylor Swift live band tribute. Doors open at 6 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show, “Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Eras Experience.”

Inspired by the pop music sensation’s iconic ‘Eras’ tour, this tribute performance will have plenty of costume changes, lights and more to recreate what Allen said is “a big concert feel in a smaller venue.”

Tickets are on sale at www.oxfordnc.org. Click on Departments then The Ox Theater to find the link.

Find out all the things that are happening across Granville County at www.visitgranvillenc.com.

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The Local Skinny! Granville Gardeners Expo Coming April 18

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The annual Granville Gardeners’ Expo is less than a month away, and Vendor Coordinator Christi Henthorn said this year’s event features educational workshops, vendors, local handcrafted items as well as the plants, vegetables, herbs and more for gardeners to scoop up and add to their own landscapes.

The expo will be on Saturday, April 18 at the Granville County Convention & Expo Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

More than 85 vendors will fill the indoor and outdoor spaces of the expo center that day, but there’s room for just a few more. “We’re spread out all over the grounds,” Henthorn said on Tuesday’s segment of The Local Skinny!

In years past, the education workshops were held inside the convention center, but this year, they’ll be integrated among the vendors and plants, sharing their knowledge about diverse topics ranging from gardening as therapy for anxiety and depression and incorporating native plants into the landscape to bird feeders, bees and pollinators and making herbal teas and breads.

Henthorn said she’d recommend bringing a wagon to make your shopping experience more enjoyable. You can fill that wagon with plants, unique arts and crafts items and more, she said. Most vendors are equipped to take electronic payments, she added.

Members of the Master Gardeners will be on hand to talk about “victory” gardens and there will be Earth Day activities taking place during the day as well. A raffle full of great prizes has been organized to support the Gardeners’ annual scholarship.

Add a fleet of food trucks, stocked with yummy food and treats, and you’ve got a full day of fun for the whole family.

Indeed, Henthorn said the Gardeners’ Expo is a family-friendly event. Last year’s expo had more than 2,200 in attendance and this year’s event is shaping up to top that number.

“Our plants are generally all organic,” Henthorn said. They’re either grown locally at a couple of different nearby nurseries, or they come straight out of the gardens of Granville Gardener members.

An online shopping list of some of the available plants and herbs is available at https://thegranvillegardeners.org/?page_id=1820, and Henthorn said many additional plants will be for sale on Expo day. If you place an online order, pickup will take place in a drive-thru line that takes you to the back side of the covered arena behind the Expo Center.

If you’d like to volunteer to help at the Expo, or if you’d like to rent a vendor spot or become an event sponsor, visit the Eventeny website at https://www.eventeny.com/events/granville-gardeners-expo-2026-25336/.

Learn more about the Granville Gardeners Club at https://thegranvillegardeners.org/

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City of Oxford

Oxford Taps Fire Chief David Cottrell As Assistant City Manager

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The City of Oxford has appointed Fire Chief David Cottrell as the city’s new assistant city manager.

Cottrell, who has been fire chief since 2013, has served the city for 32 years, has demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and a strong commitment to public safety,” according to a press release announcing the appointment.

Cottrell also had previously served as interim city manager.

In his new role, Cottrell will work closely with City Manager Brent Taylor and the city’s leadership team to support daily operations, advance strategic initiatives and ensure the continued delivery of high-quality services to residents.

“David has proven himself to be a trusted leader who understands our community and the importance of responsive, effective local government,” Taylor said. “His experience, integrity, and collaborative approach make him an excellent fit for this role. His support in this position will strengthen our day-to-day operations and allow me to dedicate more time to strategic planning and key initiatives for the city.”

TownTalk: Rotary Club Of Oxford Erases $2 Million In Medical Debt

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More than 35 percent of U.S. households have medical debt, according to an article published in August 2025. Citing 2024 data, the authors wrote that 21 percent had a past-due medical bill and another 23 percent were paying a medical bill over time to a provider – most often to a physician or a dentist.

Many providers like hospitals and private practices use third-party agencies to get payments from patients. These third-party agencies “buy” the debt at pennies on the dollar and then contact the patients to get the payment due.

Undue Medical Debt is one of those third-party agencies, but its mission is to erase medical debt by partnering with civic groups, churches and other organizations to pay off medical debt for qualified recipients.

The Rotary Club of Oxford partnered with Undue Medical Debt and erased a whopping $2 million in medical debt for individuals in North Carolina – 597 of whom reside in Granville County.

“Medical debt is a huge problem,” said Oxford Rotarian and dentist Bart Cleary. “It means a lot to us and it means a lot for the individuals” that the local Rotary group could have such a meaningful impact in the local community.

The club contributed proceeds from fundraisers like poinsettia sales, beer and wine tasting events and more, and the district Rotary organization kicked in a matching grant. An anonymous donor also provided matching funds to elevate the amount the Rotary club could provide for the project.

As Rotary Club President-Elect Don Fick explained, the debts are collected and acquired by Undue Medical Debt and the Rotary funds paid it off.

The recipients remain anonymous – and it’s not something people can apply for, he said. They must meet eligibility criteria, he added, to make sure that the debts are paid for those who are most adversely affected by unpaid medical bills.

Recipients will simply get a letter in the mail stating that their debt has been cleared.

“We don’t know their names, their debt or what kind of medical service they had,” Fick said.

In his role as pastor, the Rev. Glenn Stallsmith said it’s been his experience that people who come to him for guidance or advice seldom talk about problems caused by the burden of medical debt.

“This issue of medical debt is one of those things that people don’t like to share,” Stallsmith said.

But when people are not able to pay their bills, they often delay future health care or health care for their children.

Getting the club to buy in to the project wasn’t difficult, he said. “It wasn’t a hard sell – it was almost a unanimous decision.”

To learn more about the work and mission of the Rotary Club of Oxford, visit oxfordncrotaryclub.org. You can send donations to Oxford Rotary Club, P.O. Box 1584, Oxford, NC 27565. The club meets on Thursdays at 12 noon at House of Ribeyes in Oxford, located at 102 Roxboro Rd.

To learn more about the work of Undue Medical Debt, visit unduemedicaldebt.org.

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TownTalk: Granville County Tourism Kicks Off March Activities With Annual Wedding And Event Expo

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This weekend’s Granville Wedding and Event Expo kicks off a busy month across Granville County, and Angela Allen says there’s no slowing down as springtime approaches.

The wedding and expo event takes place Sunday, Mar. 1 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. at Creedmoor Community Center.

It’s not only for brides-to-be, Allen said on Thursday’s TownTalk. Anybody who’s planning a special event – from a family reunion to one of those milestone birthdays – is welcome to the expo.

“There’s so much inspiration and creativity,” Allen said of the expo, where more than 40 vendors are expected to provide information for everything from event planners to photographers, DJs, caterers and more.

There are a few ways to get registered, she said.

Get in for free with a donation for Families Living Violence Free – either supplies or a monetary donation works.

But if you’re interested in taking it up a notch, purchase a tasting ticket for $10. That way, you can try samples from the 10 food vendors. For $20, you’ll get a tasting ticket and a VIP swag bag filled with goodies.

The expo features local vendors not just from Granville County, but include vendors from Vance, Franklin and Person counties, too.

Go to www.visitgranvillenc.com to register.

Just like a wedding or fancy party, Allen said she’d prefer to have folks RSVP of their attendance. But it’s also fine to just show up at the door, too.

Other March highlights include:

  • Saturday, Mar. 7 – Mardi Gras celebration and silent auction to benefit the Boys & Girls Club at High Rock Farm from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, Mar. 7 – Hawley Magic Show at Ox Theater. Jonathan Hawley brings his high-energy family show for a 7 p.m. performance.
  • Friday, Mar. 20 – Mutts Gone Nuts at Ox Theater at 7 p.m. This canine stunt show features a performance by some very talented rescue dogs.
  • Saturday, Mar. 21 – Granville Ambulance Chase and Food Truck Rodeo – downtown Oxford. There’s a 5K, 10K, Fun Run and Family Walk, followed by the food truck rodeo. “It’s all about fitness and a little bit festival,” Allen said. Proceeds support local health initiatives.
  • March 21-22 and 28-29 – It’s going to take two weekends to get in all the activities, food and fun of The Viking Experience. Visit www.thevikingexperiencenc.com to learn more about this immersive experience into the Norse culture.
  • Saturday, Mar. 28 – 2nd annual Bunny Hop Bash at Clement Farm. There will be egg hunts, a bouncy house and, of course, a visit from the Easter Bunny at this event for the whole family.
  • Saturday, Mar. 28 – Paws for Granville – at the Barn at Vino in Stem. Proceeds from this annual dinner and silent auction benefit the Humane Society of Granville County.
  • Sunday, Mar. 29 – Spring Eggstravaganza at Carlee Farms in Stem. There will be activities for the kids, vendors and another appearance by the Easter Bunny.

To learn more about these events and all the happenings in Granville County, go to www.visitgranvillenc.com.

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TownTalk: Faith in Mental Health Forum Coming to MHCO in March

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The program called Faith in Mental Health is hosting an event on Monday, Mar. 16 and invites churches to become community partners to address mental health and substance use disorders.

Karl Johnson, PhD, is a team member of the Rural Academic Health Dept at Granville Vance Public Health.

The upcoming event is a continuation of a program that, so far, has had participation from roughly 100 people from about 40 churches in the area. The March 16 event will be held at The Masonic Home for Children in Oxford from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

There are several different levels of certification, Johnson told WIZS’s Scout Hughes on Monday’s TownTalk.

The first level is more like an orientation to let participants know what types of services are available in the area for people who struggle with mental health issues or substance use disorder.

“The goal is to better equip and empower churches to address the mental health and substance use,” he said, whether within their own congregation or in the broader community.

Help needs to go beyond the biomedical aspects of clients’ issues, he said.

There simply aren’t enough medical providers to tend to everyone’s needs, so reaching out to churches seemed to be a natural next step.

The church is “one of those communities that people go to for a sense of hope, belonging, for a sense of camaraderie and support,” Johnson said. It makes sense, he added, to partner with churches to give them tools to help.

“It’s a way for others to care for and tend to their loved ones (or) neighbors who struggle with these kinds of challenges,” he said.

There’s been a tremendous response in the area so far, Johnson said. “Churches really are eager and willing to step up” with participation by pastors and lay leaders alike.

After completing that level 1 certification, Johnson said some churches have gone on to host forums, provide additional trainings and establish support groups.

Some pastors periodically devote sermons to the topic and even create ministries devoted to the work.

Different churches take different approaches to trying to help, and that’s just fine, Johnson said.

“The deeper goal is for them to become better equipped to address this need in their community,” he said.

If you’d like to learn more, contact Johnson at 616.298.5626 or email him at kjohnson@gvph.org.

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TownTalk: Festive Times in Granville County

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Santa is going to be one tired fella if he makes good on all his appearances this weekend in Granville County, but if he’s trying to keep up with Granville Tourism Director Angela Allen, he’ll need an energy drink or two to keep him moving.

Allen said the next couple of weekends in Granville County are “jam-packed” with opportunities to get in the holiday spirit, from parades and shows, to special meals and light displays.

!!(The Lighting of the Greens and Christmas Parade has been rescheduled for Thursday, December 19th.)!!

(POSTPONED) First up is the annual Lighting of the Greens on Friday, Dec. 5, beginning with a flurry of activities at 4 p.m. along Main Street.  (POSTPONED) The crowd will gather around the Courthouse at 6:30 p.m. to witness the downtown decorations lighting up to officially kick off the holiday season. Stick around for the parade at 7 p.m., complete with Ol’ Saint Nick himself. He’s giving the reindeer the evening off, apparently, because Allen said to look for him on the back of a fire truck as the parade wends through downtown Oxford.

Santa’s going to make a couple of appearances in the southern part of the county that evening as well – he’ll be at Butner for Christmas in the Park at Gazebo Park on Central Avenue at 5 p.m. then he’ll head over to Creedmoor’s tree lighting at the Community Center, which begins at 7 p.m.

“To me, it’s all about community,” Allen said on Wednesday’s TownTalk. The community comes together – schools, churches, businesses – to show off their holiday spirit and pride for the places where they live. For Allen, the weather may be cold this time of year, but seeing the togetherness all across the county is heart-warming.

Delrayno Baptist Church’s live nativity called Back To Bethlehem will be open for drive-through visitors on Dec. 13, 14 and 15 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The church parking lot is transformed with costumed characters, animals and sets to create something that is historical, traditional and spiritual all at the same time, Allen said.

“It’s a tradition that people don’t want to miss,” she said.

Parades, tree lightings and live nativity scenes may be some of the more traditional options for folks to enjoy, but Allen said Granville County has a nice assortment of unexpected things, too.

Take, for instance, the “Yuletide Experience” that will transform the Viking Experience village area this weekend into a wonderland of holiday festivities – all with “a very unique Norse twist,” Allen said.

Ticket packages are available for the Dec. 6-7 event at their website.
There will be games, holiday shopping and friendly competitions for the whole family.

Want to see what an award-winning light display looks like? Then head over to Campbell’s Christmas Display on Bob Daniel Road outside Oxford, where you’ll experience more than 80,000 synchronized lights creating different displays. The Campbells, you may remember, won first prize last year in ABC’s show “The Great Christmas Light Fight.”

They’ve been creating a light display for more than 20 years, Allen said, and welcome folks to not just drive through, but to stop in and visit. All they ask is that you bring along a donation of canned goods to support ACIM, the county’s food bank.

Campbell’s kicks off the season this weekend and continues through most of the month, Allen said.

“This is really nice that this family has taken it to another level,” Allen said, displaying their generosity by giving back to the community.

Another light display is at Granville Christmas Farm, located just off Highway 15 south of Oxford. From now through New Year’s Eve, carloads of folks will drive along and see vignettes from favorite Christmas movies like Rudolph, Christmas Vacation and more.

If full-length feature movies are more your style, then head over to the newly renovated OX Theater in Oxford’s City Hall on Sunday, Dec. 7 or Monday, Dec. 8 to catch a holiday favorite, The Polar Express. Admission is $5. Visit https://oxfordnc.recdesk.com/ to register or call 919.603.1135. The Sunday show is at 3 p.m. and the Monday show is at 6:30 p.m.

The OX Theater will host Nashville Noel on Sunday, Dec. 14, bringing a blend of country and Christmas and the high-energy of the Nashville scene. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m.

In partnership with the Granville Little Theatre, the OX will host the annual live radio play of the Christmas classic “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Performances are Dec. 11, 12 and 13. The Oxford Prep Jazz Band will perform following the Saturday performance.

Check out all the options and a schedule of all the upcoming events at www.visitgranvillenc.com and follow them on social media channels to stay updated on all the events and programs throughout the county.

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TownTalk: Masonic Home For Children At Oxford Has New CEO In Time For 2025 Homecoming Oct. 10-11

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The Masonic Home for Children in Oxford is having its annual Homecoming festivities on Saturday, Oct. 11. This year’s event marks the end of one administrator’s tenure and the beginning of new leadership. But no matter who’s at the helm, one thing’s for sure: MHCO is a place where children are nurtured and loved.

Kevin Otis had served for 13 years as MHCO administrator. Upon his retirement, Chris Allabaugh has been named the home’s chief executive officer. A welcome reception will be held Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Cobb Center on the MHCO campus, located at 600 College St., Oxford. The public is invited to drop in and welcome Allabaugh as he begins his new role. He will offer brief remarks at 6 p.m.

“I am excited to be here,” Allabaugh said. “The Masonic Home has a long, long history for doing good things,” and he added that he is looking forward to building on that history. He said the home had flourished under Otis’s leadership. “He built a solid, solid foundation that we can grow and build upon.”

Allabaugh said the team that makes up the staff at the home are dedicated to their mission. “They are world-class at what they do,” he said, adding that part of his job is “to clear a way for them to be able to do their work.”

Part of that work is what goes into the Homecoming celebration, which includes a parade on the campus at 11 a.m., barbecue cook-off and live music and carnival games for the kids.

Otis said folks should arrive on campus by 10 a.m. so they can get parked and ready for the day’s activities. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy the parade, which Otis said “isn’t a real long parade, but it’s a really good parade.”

Barbecue plates are $10 and can be purchased beginning about 12 noon. And The Band of Oz takes the stage at 12:30 p.m. There are complimentary amusement rides, tours and more for participants of all ages.

Homecoming is a way for the home to say “thank you” to alumni, Masons and to the community for its support over the years.

The current residents help out, Otis said. They get to enjoy the day’s activities, but they also help get things set up and you’ll see others in the parade – from JROTC to the Homecoming float.

“It really is a celebration of the kids of today,” Otis said.

The children who reside at the home are resilient, Allabaugh said. “They’re incredible. They just need a fighting chance at being a kid…(I’m) confident that we will continue to do that.”

He said he looks forward to meeting people in the coming days and weeks – and hopes to get started this weekend at the Homecoming festivities.
“I am just thrilled to meet the people of Oxford this weekend…saying thank you for the support they’ve given over the years,” Allabaugh said.

Check out the complete Homecoming schedule at https://mhc-oxford.org/

 

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