On June 8th, 2017 at approximately 11:23 p.m. officers with the Henderson Police Department responded to the Scottish Inn (Room #162) in reference to an armed robbery that had just occurred. Upon arrival officers met with the victims (Willie Hargrove and Calvin Burton). Both subjects stated that they were robbed at gun point by two black males. The two suspects left on foot in an unknown direction. The suspects may have left the area in a tan in color 4 door Honda Sedan.
The investigation is being conducted by members of the Henderson Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division. If anyone should have any information related to this case, they are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 252-492-1925 or the Henderson Police Department at 252-438-4141. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $2,000 for information that may lead to an arrest. Callers may remain anonymous.
Authority: Chief M.W. Barrow
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While at the conference, VGCC Radiography instructor Lewis Daughtry, Jr., was awarded the NCSRT Imaging Professionals for Excellence Award. At each conference, this award recognizes one professional currently working in North Carolinawho has made a significant difference to the imaging profession and in the lives of patients, peers, and the community.
Daughtry was secretly nominated for the award by second-year Radiography students for his dedication to the program and its students. “I was surprised and honored when I found out the nomination came from our students,” Daughtry said. “The faculty of the Radiography program at VGCC have a rigorous curriculum to prepare our students for the national registry. To get a show of appreciation from a group that you are challenging to be the best technologists they can be is humbling.”
A resident of Burlington, Daughtry joined the VGCC Radiography program as an instructor in 2013. He continues to also work as a technologist at UNC Hospitals. Daughtry earned his bachelor’s in radiologic science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a master’s in business administration at Elon University. He is credentialed by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography, Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
“I enjoy teaching because it is a rewarding way to directly impact my profession,” Daughtry reflected. “The radiography profession gives one limitless opportunities to have a positive impact on patient care, as well as numerous pathways to personal and career growth. I have personally been able to enjoy positions that have ranged from x-ray, MRI, CT, IT, management and teaching, all as a result of having a foundation in diagnostic radiography. Through teaching, I not only give others the opportunity to have a gratifying career in a profession I love, but feel an obligation to give the profession that has been so good to me the best possible technologists to keep the profession strong and continue to elevate patient care.”
“On behalf of the NCSRT, Inc. Board of Directors, I would like to personally thank you for your continued, dedicated service to our profession,” Michelle Walden, a board member and faculty member at Fayetteville Technical Community College, wrote in a message to Daughtry. “You are truly a wonderful role model for your students, peers, colleagues, and friends throughout the profession.”
Also during the conference, VGCC students participated in the Radiography Tech Bowl, a quiz bowl-type event that allows students to test their knowledge of radiography concepts against other schools from throughout the state.
The mission of the NCSRT, Inc., founded in 1939 as the North Carolina Society of X-Ray Technicians, is to give health care professionals the knowledge, resources, and support they need to provide quality patient care. The society works to enhance the delivery of radiologic care and to ensure its safety, quality, and efficiency. NCSRT is an affiliate of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists.
Based at VGCC’s South Campus between Butner and Creedmoor, the two-year Radiography degree program prepares graduates to be radiographers, skilled health care professionals who use radiation to produce images of the human body. For more information on Radiography, contact Dean of Health Sciences Angela Thomas at (252) 738-3397.
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Henderson, NC (June 20, 2017) –The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is hosting an interest meeting on Thursday, June 29 at 6 PM at Smithfield BBQ in Henderson. They will be discussing ideas for the future of RFL in Vance County and encourage all interested citizens to attend.
The American Cancer Society is also seeking volunteers in Vance County – walkers, cancer survivors, caregivers, community leaders, anyone wanting to make a difference – to organize and recruit fundraising teams, garner community support, coordinate logistics, seek refreshments and prizes, plan entertainment and lend a hand to ensure the success of the 2018 event.
Relay For Life is a truly unique experience which unites communities to finish the fight against cancer. Volunteer support is crucial to the event and will help the American Cancer Society create a world with less cancer and more birthdays.
The donations raised through Relay For Life of Vance County supports the mission of the American Cancer Society to save lives by helping people stay well, by helping people get well, by finding cures and by fighting back against the disease.
We are fortunate in North Carolina to have so many great researchers from places like Duke University, the University of North Carolina and Wake Forest University. Through the help of community supporters, the American Cancer Society has been able to fund over $20 million in cancer research in North Carolina.
If you would like to join the Relay For Life of Vance County as a volunteer or team participant, call Jon Charest, Community Manager with the American Cancer Society, at 919-334-5242, or visit RelayForLife.org/VanceNC.
The American Cancer Society saves lives and creates more birthdays by helping people stay well, by helping people get well, by finding cures and by fighting back. For more information, contact the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345 or visit us at cancer.org.
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North Carolina 4-H Congress is an annual educational event sponsored by North Carolina 4-H at NC State University and planned by the State 4-H Council. The council is composed of 20 young people who serve as officers from their respective districts and 4 state officers who are elected at Congress. NC 4-H Congress will be attended by approximately 600 youth ranging in ages from 13 to 18 and representing every county in North Carolina.
Guidelines
WHO: Any North Carolina 4-H’ers ages 13-18 as of January 1, 2017 is eligible to attend
Where : NC 4-H Congress activities are held on the campus of NC State University , the Jane S McKimmon Center , and the North Carolina State Fairgrounds.
WHAT: North Carolina 4-H Congress is an annual state level event
Costs: $100.00 which will include most meals, transportation and lodging.
Registration
Registrations must be entered no later than June 23
*For more information, contact Turner Pride at the 4-H office
Event Highlight
State 4-H Presentation Competition
Leadership Workshops
Dances
State 4-H Officer Elections
Candlelight Clover
Hands to Service Experience
Downtime with Friends
Seeing Old Friends and Meeting New Ones
Lots of FUN
Contact Information
For more Information about NC 4-H Congress, including how to register please contact the Vance County Extension Office.
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The educators are shown in the accompanying photo as they worked on an activity during their “Lean Manufacturing” training today in the Vance County Schools’ Administrative Services Center.
They began the training on June 19 and toured the Dill Air Controls and Revlon manufacturing plants in Granville County. They also heard presentations on youth services and how to best prepare students to be career and college ready. In addition to the manufacturing training session today, they also are touring the bioMerieux plant in Durham County. They will conclude their participation in the AMSTA event tomorrow at Franklinton High School in Franklin County, where they will meet with state commerce officials and listen to educational presentations including a session entitled, “School Choice and the Impact on Public Schools.”
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Henderson businesses take note: The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Sadie’s School of Dance on the evening of Monday, June 19th.
Owner, Sadie Lee, has been dancing for over 15 years and is studying dance at Meredith College. She will graduate in May 2018 with a major in Dance. She is excited about her new business adventure, and is ready to serve the community.
Sadie’s School of Dance offers classes in ballet, pointe, lyrical, contemporary, musical theatre, jazz, hip-hop, tap, baton, tumbling and much more.
Sadie believes that everyone deserves a chance to dance. They strive to create a learning environment in which each student has equal opportunity to learn in a nurturing and supportive atmosphere.
Shown at the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting for Sadie’s School of Dance, Owner, Sadie Lee; parents and sister, Sean, Lisa and Jona Connolly; grandparents, Joel and Teresa Edwards; many friends and dance students; Mayor Eddie Ellington; Chamber Ambassador Tonya Moore, KARTS; Chamber Ambassador Kevin Bullock, WIZS Radio 1450 AM; Work First Coordinator, Vanessa Jones; President HVCC, John Barnes.
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For the company, headquartered in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the scholarship marks an enhancement of its partnership with the community college. The company was the presenting sponsor of VGCC’s 33rd annual Endowment Fund Golf Tournament in May, which set a new record for fundraising success.
Mike Little, president of Santa Fe Natural Tobacco, said his company values VGCC’s important role in economic and workforce development. “It’s important for us at Santa Fe to be involved in our community and supportive of our community,” Little said. “In addition, if we can help prepare people for professional life who might work for us one day, that’s a win-win.” He added that VGCC, particularly through its Continuing Education division, has been helpful to his company. “Vance-Granville has already provided us with great training that has deepened the skills of many of our employees, and we look forward to continuing that partnership,” Little said.
The “Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company Academic Achievement Award” will be the company’s first endowed scholarship at a community college, according to Little. His company is a subsidiary of Reynolds American, which, Little noted, is also interested in philanthropy and supporting higher education. In awarding the new scholarship, preference will be given to students enrolled in programs that help meet the employment needs of manufacturers, such as Welding Technology, Mechatronics Engineering Technology and Business Administration.
“Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company is a strong community partner and supporter of Vance-Granville,” said Dr. Stelfanie Williams, president of VGCC. “We are grateful to them for investing in our students and in the future of our region.”
Through the Endowment Fund, VGCC has awarded more than 8,800 scholarships to students since 1982. Scholarships have been endowed by numerous individuals, industries, businesses, civic groups, churches and the college’s faculty and staff. Tax-deductible donations to the VGCC Endowment Fund have often been used to honor or remember a person, group, business or industry with a lasting gift to education. For more information about the Endowment Fund, call (252) 738-3409.
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Henderson businesses take note: On June 19th at noon, the Henderson-Vance Chamber had a ribbon cutting for Schmitt Orthodontics.
Dr. Terry J. Schmitt worked with and then succeeded Dr. John van Venrooy as he transitioned into retirement.
Schmitt Orthodontics specializes in monitoring growth and development, straightening teeth and aligning bites using braces and invisalign.
They offer convenient hours by appointment M-Th. Schmitt Orthodontics is proud to continue the tradition of serving as Henderson’s only full-time Specialist in Orthodontics for the past 29 years!
Schmitt Orthodontics are accepting new patients and would be happy to serve you and your family.
They are located in the J.W. Jenkins building Suite #007 at Maria Parham Health 568 Ruin Creek Road in Henderson.
To contact Schmitt Orthodontics please call 252-492-6628 or visit us on the web at Hendersonortho.net.
Shown at the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting for Schmitt Orthodontics is Dr. Terry Schmitt, his wife, Stephanie and their children; Schmitt Orthodontic staff: Melissa Linge, Abbie Batten, Amanda Whaley, and Sammy Jo Dickerson; Dr, Genny Daurity and staff; Dr. Deuce Roberson and staff; Dr. Rebekah Finger and staff; Mayor Eddie Ellington; Chamber Ambassador Tonya Moore, KARTS; President HVCC, John Barnes; Chamber Ambassador Kevin Bullock, WIZS Radio 1450 AM; Work First coordinator, Vanessa Jones; Hunter Peyton, BB&T; Bert Beard, Maria Parham Health; John & Ethan Linge; Carol Weaver; Jonathan Edwards, Chick-fil-A
Central Baptist Church located at 2574 Ruin Creek Road, Henderson, NC will be having their Vacation Bible School July 10-14 from 9:00 a.m.-12 noon. We invite children ages 3 years to rising 6th graders to come join us!
The theme for this year is Galactic Starveyors. Come experience the visible Bible to discover the invisible God of all creation.
We will have Family Fun on Friday, July 14 with Inflatables, games, free lunch. Parents come and be a part of the closing day at 10:30 a.m. and join in the outside fun with your child until 1:00 p.m.
Call 252-492-4215 to register your child today!
Melanie Mann
Central Baptist Church
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Henderson businesses take note: The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce celebrated with Character Antics/BoHo’s Party Place on Tuesday, June 13th with a ribbon cutting during their Grand Opening week.
Character Antics has been a household name in Vance and surrounding counties for 17 years.
Their mission has always been regardless of profit, put the children first. Providing BoHo the Clown, inflatable rides, face painting, balloon art and games has been their way to brighten the day of children of all ages. BoHo’s Party Place is their new family restaurant and party center, carrying them into the next fun phase of our business.
They offer freshly made pizza, hotdogs, burgers and sides at family affordable prices.
BoHo’s offers free fun for every holiday. They even have come into a collaboration with an nj limousine service so that partiers find it convenient to reach their location. They also have a private room for baby showers. BoHo’s Party Place is open 7 days a week and walk-ins are welcome. So children can come for a birthday party or just to have bounce time anytime.
They also offer discounts for churches and schools. BoHo’s Party Place offers a special thank you to all the great friends who came out to support them during the ribbon cutting.
BoHo’s Party Place is located at 214 Raleigh Road in Henderson. Contact them at (252)430-6775. More information is on their website: www.bohospartyplace.com.
Shown at the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting for Character Antics/BoHo’s Party Place are Owner, Royall Harris, his wife, Jeanetfer, his children, Logan, Cody, Jacob and James; Mayor Eddie Ellington; County Commissioner Dan Brummitt;; The Daily Dispatch representatives, Desiree Brooks, Stephanie Ranes, and Diane Robbins; President HVCC, John Barnes; Work First Coordinator, Vanessa Jones; Chamber Ambassador Kevin Bullock, WIZS Radio 1450 AM; Chamber Board Chair, Susan Rogers from Chick-fil-A; Sierra Robison, Chick-fil-A.
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