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Warren Meeting To Discuss Use Of Opioid Settlement Funding Set For July 31
Warren County leaders and others from the local area are invited to attend a community meeting later this month to learn more about how best to spend the opioid settlement funding the county will receive.
In addition to county leaders, leaders from the towns of Warrenton, Norlina and Macon are amond those expected to attend the July 31 meeting, which will begin at 6 p.m. at the Warren County Armory Civic Center, 501 US Hwy 158 Business East in Warrenton.
Attendees will learn more about the N.C. Opioid Settlement and evidenced-based strategies from staff of the N.C. Association of County Commissioners. In addition, community members will have the opportunity to share their ideas/experiences relating to the need and barriers to receiving behavioral health services. Local service providers will also be on-hand to answer questions and provide information on what services are currently available to residents.
For more information, contact Vincent Jones, County Manager at 252.257.3115, or Public Health Director Dr. Margaret Brake at 252.257.1185.
TownTalk: Events In Granville County
With the heat of summer in full swing, Granville County Tourism Director Angela Allen has some options for indoor activities to keep folks cool.
The National Teapot Festival continues at Cedar Creek Gallery through September 10, and Allen said a trip to this Creedmoor gem won’t disappoint. Part working studio, part art gallery, Cedar Creek is open seven days a week. The Teapot Show features hundreds of teapots on display.
In and around downtown Oxford, things are popping up as fast as a summer thunderstorm.
There’s karaoke on Wednesdays at The Orpheum. Enjoy a signature drink and the music from 8 p.m. to midnight, Allen said.
If you think you’d like to light up the night, visit The Orpheum on Saturday, July 22 for Glow Night. Allen said $5 gets you in the door, along with whatever you wear that glows – necklaces, clothing, use your imagination. It’s from 8 p.m. to midnight.
Check out Verdigris, Oxford Oaks Distillery’s restaurant.
On Wednesdays, stop in for Verdigris Vibes, live music by local artists from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. They’ve got $10 tapas & cocktails on Thursdays from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Visit https://www.oxfordoaksdistillery.com/ to learn more.
If you’re in the mood for pizza (and who isn’t?), reserve your spot now at Thorndale Oaks for Thursday, July 20. For $21.95, enjoy all-you-can-eat pizza, pasta and more. Make sure to call and reserve a spot at 919.603.3701. Follow Thorndale Oaks on Facebook to stay up-to-date on all their events.
The city of Oxford will observe National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 1. Allen said local law enforcement agencies, including Oxford Police Department and Oxford Fire Department will be on hand as the community joins together to enjoy food, activities, games and more.
Learn about these events and more at https://visitgranvillenc.com/.
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The Local Skinny! Vance County Schools Preps For Opening
(This script features a correction from its first version specically about the open house event. The Viper Nation Fall Open House will be held for all high school students on August 3rd at 5 p.m.)
That day that everyone knew was coming, but hoped it wouldn’t be here quite so fast, is suddenly knocking on the proverbial door – Open House and orientations for Vance County High School.
The orientation for students who will be in 12th grade is scheduled for Monday, July 31, beginning at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the orientation session will begin at 6 p.m.
Students in the 10th and 11th grades will have orientations on Tuesday, Aug. 1. Tenth graders will assemble at 5 p.m. and 11th graders will gather for a 6 p.m. orientation.
Last, but not least, 9th graders will attend their orientation on Thursday, Aug. 3 at 4 p.m.
The Viper Nation Fall Open House will be held for all high school students on August 3rd at 5 p.m.
Vance County High School Principal Dr. Nealie Whitt III said the upcoming orientations will provide families and students valuable information about the 2023-24 school year.
“In an effort to ensure families and students have the necessary information for the upcoming year, we are hosting individual grade-level orientations and Open House,” Whitt stated. “During orientation, families will have the opportunity to meet our administrators and office staff, update contact/pick up information, and sign up to volunteer and join our booster club.”
Visit https://www.vcs.k12.nc.us/ to learn more about VCS.
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Mayor Ellington Will Not Run For A Third Term
Henderson Mayor Eddie Ellington will not seek another term in the upcoming municipal elections.
On Friday, Ellington called his decision “bittersweet” but said after two terms as mayor, he looks to a new chapter in life.
“Holding on for too long leads to entrenched leaders, which diminishes new ideas and creative thinking,” Ellington said.
He said he vividly remembers his first days in office, and said he was “driven with passion and vision” for the city.
In his eight years as mayor, Ellington cited successes such as the $79.6 million expansion of the regional water system and the $600,000 renovation and expansion of the downtown fire station.
“We celebrate our successes but the let-downs can truly wear on you. I have seen and lived both sides of politics and it can be hurtful and hard not to take it personally,” he noted.
Being mayor of a city during the COVID-19 pandemic proved especially challenging, and Ellington said it’s a point of pride that he, with the assistance of City Manager Terrell Blackmon, “courageously and emotionally led us as a city and community through hard decisions of the COVID pandemic that touched us all.”
Ellington said it’s important to realize that problems must be faced if improvements are to be made.
“Looking back, I have devoted the past eight years and two terms to ensure a brighter future while establishing a broad range of relationships on the state and federal level across both sides of the aisle. Being the official ambassador and lobbyist for the City of Henderson I can proudly say I have ties and political courtesy with both governors past and present, as well as officials in Washington, DC who will answer the phone if I call. That goes a long way for us here at home. Coming from the business sector and often at times frustrated but knowing that government moves a lot slower, we have shared success with many goals and projects that gives us a promise for the days to come,” Ellington stated.
In addition to the projects noted above, Ellington shared some more projects that have taken shape during his time as mayor, including:
- adoption of a new Comprehensive Land Use Policy
- completion of the West End Urban Redevelopment Area Plan and the Flint Hill Neighborhood Strategy
- new Water and Exercise Park on William and Montgomery streets
- new Economic Development initiatives that led to the location of Mako Medical, M.R. Williams Frozen Food Expansion, new state-of-the-art Maria Parham Cardiac Catheterization Lab
- support and vision for the new S-Line corridor
- re-establishment of our NC Main Street Community Program
- re-enacted the City Redevelopment Commission
- the creation of the first city-wide Unified Development Ordinance
- declared gun violence a public health crisis
- implementation, along with Henderson Police Department, the new FLOCK system with neighborhood cameras and license plate readers
SportsTalk: Wake Forest Fungo Baseball Finds Success
Brad Mize, General Manager of the Wake Forest Fungo Baseball Team, discusses the club’s success.
TownTalk: Brodie Works To Engage Local Democrats
The Vance County Democratic Party is sponsoring an informational event next week designed to increase awareness throughout the community about a variety of issues including voter registration, as well as the state’s new voter ID law.
Joseph Brodie is first vice chair of the group and he said although the event, scheduled for Saturday, July 22, is sponsored by the local Democratic Party, it’s open to anyone who wants to learn more.
Maybe you just need to update an address or contact information – that can all be handled on July 22. The meeting will be held in the second-floor county commissioners’ meeting room, 122 Young St. Doors open at 9:30 and the meeting will begin at 10 a.m., Brodie said on Thursday’s TownTalk.
The Oct. 10 municipal elections are non-partisan, but Brodie said state and national elections are just around the corner.
“We’re trying to round up the troops to get ready for the next municipal election and the next Presidential election in 2024,” Brodie said.
He didn’t go too far down the path of endorsing candidates for president at this time, but Brodie did indicate that the local Democratic Party would be behind whoever the candidate is for the 2024 Presidential race.
The local party has a core group of officers who each bring their own issues and passions for consideration, Brodie said.
Angela Thornton is the local group’s chair. “She is really working hard for the voters out there and the Democratic Party as a whole,” Brodie said.
Others on the executive committee include local businessman Dennis Tharrington, second vice chair; Hilda Delbridge, third vice chair; Kathy Allen, secretary; Rev. Dr. Willie T. Ramey III, treasurer; Wanda Moncreith, assistant secretary.
The event is sponsored by the local Democratic Party – uppercase D – but Brodie said tackling challenges we face in our local community and across the nation is too big a task for just a few.
“It’s going to take a whole team of people to tackle some of these problems,” he said. “Some are just too big for one person or party…it’s going to take all of us working together.”
Brodie said the Democratic Party in Vance County is “at the point now where we can really serve the voters in Vance County. We have our foothold down and now it’s time to branch out” to support Democrats in the community.
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“Pop The Hood” Change Your Oil, Keep Your Engine Hummin’
— For our sponsor, Advance Auto Parts, as part of a paid radio sponsorship on WIZS.
Today’s cars and trucks let their owners know when it’s time to change the oil, but drivers who are used to keeping up with it themselves may still have the “every 3,000 miles” ingrained into their thoughts.
However you keep up with it, changing the oil is probably the single most important thing you can do to prolong the life of your vehicle’s engine.
And for those do-it-yourselfers, the knowledgeable staff at Advance Auto Parts can help steer you to the proper oil and oil filter for your vehicle.
Most motorists know that oil changes have to happen at least periodically, even if they don’t know precisely when or how often.
The folks at Advance Auto can help you with questions about brands, types, weights of oil.
If you decide to change the oil yourself, always remember Safety First!
Following are a few reminders when changing the oil in your car or truck:
- Park on a level surface and put chocks behind the tires.
- It doesn’t hurt to put a jack stand under the car – even if it isn’t jacked up – for extra protection.
- Gather tools and materials – gloves, eye protection, funnel, drain pan.
- Don’t over-tighten the oil plug or filter.
- Let the oil drain for about 15 minutes.
- Make sure the old oil filter gasket doesn’t stay stuck to the engine!
Advance Auto Parts stores have oil disposal receptacles. Please dispose of used oil and filters properly.
The information contained in this post is not advice from Advance Auto Parts or WIZS. Safety First! Always seek proper help. This is presented for its informational value and is part of a paid advertising sponsorship.
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