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GVPH COVID-19 Update as of 10/5/20

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THIS STORY IS PRESENTED IN PART BY DRAKE DENTISTRY

-Information courtesy Granville Vance Public Health

The following is an update for COVID-19 spread and response in Granville and Vance County as of October 5, 2020. Granville Vance Public Health numbers correlate with the NC Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NCEDSS) data.

The county case numbers reported on the NC county map from the NC Department of Health and Human Services may differ from the ones reported locally as they are updated at different times and may change once residence is verified.

Granville County

1,794 positive test results for COVID-19.

Of those 1,794, 1,132 are community-spread cases located across Granville County. Of those 1,132, 1,022 have been released from isolation.

Of those 1,794, 526 cases are affiliated with the prison system in Granville County and 494 of those 526 have been released from isolation.

Of those 1,794, 136 are associated with outbreaks at long-term care facilities including 30 at Murdoch Development Center, two at Central Regional Hospital, one at Brantwood Nursing and Rehab Center and 95 at Universal Health Care.

The outbreak at Granville House is no longer active. Of the 136 cases in long term care facilities in Granville County, 112 have been released from isolation.

11 individuals in Granville County are hospitalized.

There have been a total of 50 deaths in Granville County: five in the community, one associated with Central Regional Hospital, one associated with Murdoch Development Center, 21 associated with Universal Health Care and 22 associated with the Bureau of Prisons Federal Correctional Complex.

Vance County

1,051 positive test results for COVID-19.

Of those 1,051, 926 are community-spread cases located across Vance County. Of those 926, 804 have been released from isolation.

Of those 1,051, 125 are associated with outbreaks at congregate living facilities including 49 cases associated with Kerr Lake Nursing Home.

The outbreaks at Alliance Rehabilitative Care, Senior Citizens Home and Pelican Health nursing home are no longer active.

Of the 125 cases in congregate living facilities in Vance County, 96 have been released from isolation.

12 individuals in Vance County are hospitalized.

There have been a total of 45 deaths in Vance County: 14 associated with the Pelican Health nursing home outbreak, 12 associated with Kerr Lake Nursing Home, two associated with Senior Citizens Home and 17 in the community. Unfortunately, there has been another death in the community: a 72-year-old male passed away on October 3, 2020.

WIZS Note: There are 122 total known active cases in the Vance County community and 110 in the Granville County community at large at this time (excluding congregate living numbers). One additional COVID-19 related Vance County death and no additional Granville County deaths have been reported in the last seven days,.

Additional Information

The number of those who have been ‘released from isolation’ is determined by the CDC Guidance for discontinuation of isolation for persons with COVID-19.

Please visit GVPH’s COVID-19 Data Dashboard (click here) for tables and graphs that are updated daily.

Sheriff Thomas Breedlove

Vance Co. Sheriff Curtis Brame Reflects on Former Sheriff Thomas Breedlove

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Many in the community were saddened to hear the news that Robert Thomas Breedlove, sheriff of Vance County from 1990-2006, passed away on Sunday at the age of 86.

In a conversation with WIZS News, current Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame said he was saddened to hear of the passing of a man that he knew prior to their law enforcement days.

“I received a call from his son Tommy and daughter Lynne over the weekend,” said Brame. “I was shocked; I was hurt. He is going to be truly missed in this county.”

Sheriff Thomas Breedlove

From the WIZS’ Archive – L to R: Sheriff Thomas Breedlove, Tom Hannon of WIZS, Police Chief Glen Allen, John C. Rose in the early 2000s after a TownTalk episode.

Breedlove and Brame entered Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) together in 1983 and worked hand-in-hand until Breedlove’s retirement in 2006.

“He was an excellent sheriff, a people’s sheriff. He was all about rapport and bridge-building. People in this county loved him. He was just a great commander-in-chief, and as I understand it, a military man and good baseball player down in Middleburg in his younger years.”

Brame said he has fond memories of being invited to eat holiday dinners at Breedlove and wife Lib’s home as a young deputy. Elizabeth “Lib” Breedlove preceded her husband in death in 2016.

“We were always welcome in his home,” stated Brame. “That meant a lot to me being a young deputy – for the high sheriff to invite me into his home. I learned a lot from him. I take a lot of that, and I use it today. He will certainly be missed throughout the law enforcement community of Vance County.”

Thomas Breedlove

Robert Thomas Breedlove Sr., Former Vance County Sheriff, Dies at 86

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R. Thomas Breedlove, Sr. 

Robert Thomas Breedlove Sr., 86, of Henderson, NC died Sunday, October 4, 2020, at his home.

Born in Vance County, he was the son of the late Marvin Green Breedlove and Daisey Lowry Breedlove. He was the widower of Elizabeth Edwards Breedlove.

Mr. Breedlove was employed as a serviceman with the former Carolina Power & Light for sixteen years. He received his state electrical license in 1969. In 1977, he founded Breedlove Electric, Inc. In 1983, he became an Auxiliary Officer with the Vance County Sheriff’s Department until 1990.  

Robert Thomas Breedlove Sr., 86, of Henderson, NC died Sunday, October 4, 2020, at his home. (Photo courtesy Sossamon Funeral Home)

He was elected Sheriff of Vance County in 1990. He took office as sheriff on August 31, 1989, then he was re-elected in 1994, 1998 and again in 2002. 

Sheriff Breedlove was certified in Basic Law Enforcement Training, Police Science, Life Safety Issues for Jailers and School for Sheriff’s Deputies and Jailers.

He was awarded the Long Leaf Pine Award from then Gov. Mike Easley. 

Sheriff Breedlove received several special recognition awards including “Best Elected Official” in Vance County thirteen years by the readers of the Daily Dispatch; Special Recognition Award given by The Henderson-Vance Human Relation Commission in May of 2000; the Hero’s Award & Key Plaque to Camp E-ten Etu and the Community Partners of Hope Award.  

He was a member of Kiwanis International where he was past president, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans and was a member of the American Legion where he was the Commander in 2004. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and a member of the First Baptist Church in Henderson.

His committees and memberships included Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers, Youth Opportunity Service Advisory Council, Drug and Crime Elimination Advisory Council, Criminal Intelligence Council, Emergency Management (Planning), Helping Hands, Governor’s Crime Commission, Kerr-Buggs Island Safety Council, Public Service Council, Criminal Justice Partnership Advisory Board, Law Enforcement Executive Council, Juvenile Crime Prevention Council, Chamber of Commerce membership, Eckerd Wilderness Camp (Board Member), VWGV Criminal Justice Partnership Regional Advisory Board, 911 Advisory Board, Legislative Committee Member, (NC Sheriff’s Association) re-appointed in 2004-2005, Technical Review Committee (VC Planning Commission), Salvation Army Advisory Board, NC Sheriff’s Training and Standards Commission (appointed August 2003 and re-appointed in October of 2004), NC Sheriff’s Eastern-at-Large Representative in 2003, Criminal Justice Lay Advisory Committee (3-year term), Kiwanis Board of Directors, NCSA President’s Appointment (East), Criminal Justice/BLET Advisory Board.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 8, 2020, at 2 p.m. at South Henderson Pentecostal Holiness Church, conducted by the Rev. Frank Sossamon.

Surviving are one daughter, Lynne B. Pendergrass (David); one son, Robert Thomas “Tommy” Breedlove Jr. (Cynthia); one sister, Rachel Breedlove, one brother, Ralph Breedlove; one grandson, Robert Thomas “Tre” Breedlove (Lindsey); one great-grandson, Judson Breedlove; two step-granddaughters, Renee Faulkner and Stephanie Wright (Butch), two step-grandsons, David Pendergrass Jr. (Jennifer), Kenneth Pendergrass and a step-great granddaughter, Zoie Wilson.  

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Amy Elizabeth Breedlove; one sister, Peggy Dickerson and three brothers, Marvin Breedlove Jr., Glenn Breedlove and Ernest Breedlove.

The family will receive friends Thursday from 12:30-2 p.m. at South Henderson Pentecostal Holiness Church. All other times, they will be at his home.

Honorary pallbearers will be all present and former law enforcement officers.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers – 901 Dorsey Ave., Henderson, NC 27536.

The family wishes to give a “Special Thank You” to his caregivers Jean M. Collins, Matthew Todd and Anna Davis.

We ask everyone who attends the visitation and memorial service to practice social distancing and wear an appropriate face covering.

Arrangements are by Sossamon Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.sossamonfuneralhome.com.

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‘Coach’ Joseph Stepusin, Jr. Remembered in Private Graveside Memorial Service

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“Coach” Joseph Stepusin, Jr., 86, of Oxford Road, died Monday, September 28, 2020, at Maria Parham Health.

He was a retired educator, having taught and coached in the Vance County School System. As a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, he sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, was president of the Council and a member of the Lutheran Laymen’s League.

A private graveside memorial service was held on October 3, 2020, by Pastor Corey Brooks at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Mozeik Stepusin of the home; a daughter, Susan Andrews and husband, Jay of Henderson; two sons, Joseph Stepusin, III of Oxford and Dale Stepusin of Henderson; four grandchildren, Alyssa Byrd, Shea Stepusin, Megan Andrews and Nicholas Andrews; two great-grandchildren, Charlie Byrd and Eleanor Byrd; a sister, Helen Stepusin of White Oak, PA; and a brother, Richard Stepusin of North Huntingdon, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 114 Poplar Mount Rd, Norlina, NC 27563.

Arrangements are by J.M. White Funeral Home.

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Local Noon News 10/5/20

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Passing of Former Vance County Sheriff Thomas Breedlove

Vance-Granville Community College – Domestic Violence Awareness Activities

Baptist Men of West End Baptist Church Holding 220 Seafood Fundraiser This Afternoon

Local COVID-19 Update

WIZS’ Domestic Violence Awareness Coverage on Town Talk

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Diabetes Prevention Class

Register Now: GVPH’s Free Diabetes Prevention Program Begins Oct. 6

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-Information courtesy Granville Vance Public Health

Type 2 Diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, affecting approximately 5,000 Granville County residents and 3,000 Vance County residents.

In response to these statistics, Granville Vance Public Health will continue its free Diabetes Prevention Program with a pre-diabetes screener and Diabetes Prevention class beginning Tuesday, October 6, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. The class is open to Granville and Vance County residents.

Classes will meet on Tuesdays from 5:30 until 6:30 p.m. for one year. Participants must fall in the pre-diabetic category to qualify. Pre-diabetic status can be determined by a paper screener or by diagnosis/referral from a doctor.

The class will be held in the fellowship hall of Oxford United Methodist Church located at 105 W McClanahan St. in Oxford, NC. Participation will be limited to ten to ensure social distancing guidelines are met. Those who participate in-person will be spaced out and sit one to a table, tables will be wiped down prior to class, temperatures will be taken upon arrival and masks will be required.

For those uncomfortable with attending in person, a virtual option will be offered.

For more information on GVPH’s Diabetes Prevention Program or to register, please contact Diabetes Prevention Coordinator Ashton Johnson at (919) 690-2114 or ajohnson@gvdhd.org. Registration ends October 13, 2020.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Join WIZS Town Talk for Domestic Violence Awareness Month Coverage

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In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, WIZS’ Town Talk will feature local organizations involved with various aspects of this prevalent type of abuse.

Please join us live at 1450AM, 100.1 FM or online at www.wizs.com at 11 a.m. to hear discussions with the following scheduled guests:

Monday, October 5 – Vance-Granville Community College

Monday, October 12 – Infinite Possibilities, Inc.

Monday, October 19 – Families Living Violence Free

Thursday, October 22 – Vance County Sheriff’s Office

According to Families Living Violence Free, on average, 24 people per minute are victims of rape, physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner in the United States. Silence and lack of knowledge about these problems play a large part in why domestic and sexual violence continue to persist.

Understanding the warning signs or red flags for domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse is a critical first step in addressing and preventing these crimes.

Please tune in to these informative segments for more information.

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Local Noon News 10/02/20

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President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump Test Positive for COVID-19

VGCC Announces October Events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Fred’s Towing & Transport, Inc. Selected H-V Chamber of Commerce’s 2019 Small Business of the Year

Henderson Chick-fil-A Closing for Eight Weeks of Remodeling Beginning Oct. 15

Corbitt Preservation Association Holds ‘President’s Challenge’ Membership Drive

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Vance Co. Board of Commissioners to Hold Monthly Meeting Mon., Oct. 5

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-Information courtesy the County of Vance

The Vance County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, October 5, 2020, at 6 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room, 122 Young Street, Henderson.

Agenda items:

1. Public Comments (for those registered to speak by 5:45 p.m. – each speaker is limited to five minutes)

2. Appointment – 6 p.m. – Turner Pride, Cooperative Extension Director, Introduction of New 4H Agent, Dr. Wykia Macon

3. Public Hearing – 6:15 p.m. – Economic Development Project, One NC Fund Grant

4. Water District Board

a. Monthly Operations Report

5. Committee Reports and Recommendations

a. Public Safety Committee

– Medical Director Contract

– Ambulance Franchise Ordinance Amendments

b. Planning Committee

– White Goods Collection

c. Properties Committee

– Courthouse Roof Restoration

– Bid Review

– Law Library/District Attorney Office Renovation

– Bid Review

6. County Manager’s Report

a. Eaton Johnson Renovation Update

7. County Attorney’s Report

a. REO Properties – New Offers

– 1324 Hargrove Street (Parcel 0006 06003)

– St. Matthews Street Lot (Parcel 0066 05003)

8. Consent Agenda Items

a. Budget Amendments

b. Tax Refunds and Releases

c. Monthly Reports

d. Minutes

9. Miscellaneous

a. Appointments

Click here to view current and prior Board agendas

Fred's Towing

Fred’s Towing & Transport Selected 2019 Small Business of the Year

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-Information courtesy the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

Fred’s Towing & Transport has been selected as Vance County’s 2019 Small Business of the Year.

Owners Fred and Karrie Fogg were presented the award yesterday by Tyler Brewer, Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce.

The Small Business Awards Luncheon was held at the Henderson Country Club. Duke Energy was the Presenting Sponsor.

Congratulations to Fred’s Towing & Transport for being selected as Vance County’s 2019 Small Business of the Year….

Posted by Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, October 1, 2020