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Town Talk: The Success Of Show, Shine, Shag And Dine
By all accounts, last weekend’s Show, Shine, Shag & Dine was a success – the perfect fall weather welcomed tens of thousands of people to Vance County and Pam Hester and Norman Dickerson couldn’t be happier.
But they probably are happy that another event is in the rearview mirror, too.
The Vance County Tourism Authority duo spoke Wednesday with John C. Rose on TownTalk to to give a follow-up of all the festivities, which required hours, weeks and months of planning, Hester noted.
Things got underway on Friday with a couple of cruise-ins, one at Satterwhite Point in the afternoon and a second at Charles Bowman’s Southern Classic Cars in downtown Henderson on Friday evening.
Hester estimated more than 200 cars came out to the lake, where lunch was available and a DJ providing music.
“You’d think that it was full,” Hester said, “then a group of cars would leave and another car club would come in.”
Dickerson concurred. “Attendance was excellent – it was one of the largest I can recall seeing in a number of years. Hester said at the height, there were probably 25,000 to 30,000 people on Garnett Street, enjoying food, vendors and, of course, the cars.
“It was packed,” Hester said. “Part of the time it was wall-to-wall people.”
Those who came to downtown Henderson saw a mixture of old, new and new-again events, they said.
One new event was the Jeep Jam, and Hester said 15 Jeeps drove in for the day.
“I think you have to keep the history of the event, but you also have to keep it relevant, and that will make an event stay fresh,” she said.
The Jeep Jam is an example of a new event, and the return of the race cars – more than 16 or so – goes into the “new-again” category.
Comments about the 20th annual event, on social media posts and personal comments into the tourism office, have been overwhelmingly positive, she said.
The 50-some volunteers, along with collaboration from the city and county and the support of the tourism board, all contributed to the festive atmosphere and how smoothly things ran.
And the support from downtown merchants was unsurpassed, Hester said.
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WIZS Radio Local News Audio 10-19-22 Noon
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Home And Garden Show
On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext.
- Start preparing your leaf collection equipment.PPE, rakes, leaf blower.
- You have missed the preferred planting window for tall fescue. Consider carefully before investing heavily in seed, etc.
- Now is a good time to control fire ants. Use granule fire ant bait on days ants are actively foraging
- Plant a cover crop on vacant areas of your garden.
- Prepare to compost those leaves. Do Not Burn Leaves!
- Don’t be too quick to tidy up your garden.
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TRLC To Open New Preserve In Creedmoor On Nov. 4
Creedmoor is the site of a ribbon-cutting scheduled for Friday, Nov. 4 to mark the opening of Robertson Creek Nature Preserve.
The tract is part of Tar River Land Conservancy and is located along Hwy 56 E. in Creedmoor.
Parking for the ribbon-cutting will be at Creedmoor Commons, 2173 E.Wilton Ave. creedmoor.
An optional guided hike will follow the ceremony.
Volunteers have worked to complete hiking trails in the preserve over the summer and early fall. As with other TRLC tracts, the trails will have signs, footbridges and benches for hikers to use and enjoy.
To register, contact events@tarriver.org or phone 919.496.5902
VGCC Takes Top Awards At National Conference
-Information courtesy of Vance-Granville Community College
Vance-Granville Community College received two awards totaling $60,000 at a national conference held recently in Boston.
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship named VGCC as the 2022 Heather Van Sickle Entrepreneurial College of the Year, which is accompanied by a $50,000 award. The award is part of NACCE’s “Pitch for the Foundations,” a new initiative created to support community colleges and their foundations in providing transformational opportunities. In this competition, Tanya Weary, executive director of The VGCC Foundation, Sheri Jones, associate director of The VGCC Foundation, and Kenneth Wilson, grants administrator, made a presentation that won the prize (tied for the largest amount given to any competitor this year) for the VGCC Red Tails Drone aviation program. This program has provided training in the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs, commonly known as “drones”), particularly through a summer camp for area high school students. This camp taught students how to play a team sport called “Drone Soccer” as part of a team nicknamed the “Red Tails.”
Another VGCC group participated in NACCE’s “Pitch for the Trades” competition. This competition featured teams of community college faculty from across the country, who “pitched” their creative ideas for incorporating entrepreneurship into workforce training programs to a panel of judges. Led by Dean of Business & Applied Technologies Stephanie Tolbert and Grants Administrator Kenneth Wilson, VGCC’s presentation won $10,000 to support expansion of the Welding Technology program. The judges encouraged VGCC to continue working on this project and pitch it again next year.
Both pitch competitions were presented by NACCE in partnership with the Philip E. and Carole R. Ratcliffe Foundation.
Topping off those big wins, VGCC was then recognized as the 2022 Entrepreneurial College of the Year. Chris Whaley, the president of Roane State Community College in Tennessee and chair-elect of the NACCE Board of Directors, presented the award, noting VGCC’s rural population and that this competitive award is given to a college that makes a difference in the ecosystem of a community.
In a statement about VGCC’s selection for that honor, NACCE saluted the leadership of President Rachel Desmarais, Ph.D., who has steadily expanded the college’s entrepreneurial initiatives. In 2021, President Desmarais signed NACCE’s Presidents for Entrepreneurship Pledge (PFEP), committing the college to five action steps designed to create economic vitality through entrepreneurship.
In addition to the Drone program, the college has hosted an innovative entrepreneurship youth camp called “Be a ‘Trep” (short for entrepreneur) for area middle school students, opened the VGCC Entrepreneurship & Innovation Center at the college’s South Campus, established a Student Entrepreneurship Club, and offered an Agricultural Entrepreneurship Program.
“Through innovative events hosted by Vance-Granville’s Small Business Center and other entrepreneurial programming, the college has demonstrated its commitment to promoting entrepreneurship throughout the region it serves,” said Rebecca Corbin, president of the Cary-based NACCE. “It is a pleasure to recognize this outstanding college, which was selected by an independent judging panel, as the winner of NACCE’s 2022 Entrepreneurial College of the Year Award.”
Desmarais congratulated the team involved, along with the entire VGCC faculty and staff for adopting an entrepreneurial mindset.
“We could not be prouder of the VGCC Vanguards for making a big ‘splash’ at the NACCE conference, and for embracing entrepreneurship both inside and outside the classroom,” Desmarais said. “Entrepreneurship is an important way to promote both student success and our region’s economic development. It is also related to the innovative, outside-the-box thinking that we have incorporated into how we address challenges and how we offer education and training programs for the community.”
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TownTalk: Domestic Violence Awareness Event This Weekend
The statistics are staggering: Every minute in the United States, 20 people are being physically abused by an intimate partner.
In the past year, Vance County’s Emergency 911 received 1,107 calls related to a domestic disturbances or disputes, according to Debbie K. Scott, domestic violence coordinator and gang resource specialist for the Vance County Sheriff’s Office.
Of those calls, 336 were assaults, 70 involved a weapon and unfortunately one of those calls involved the death of a male victim.
These cold, hard facts are just part of the story of domestic violence awareness, and Scott said the sheriff’s office is teaming up with Clearview Church for the 4th annual event to shed light on a subject that for too long has remained in the shadows of society.
The “Think Community” event will begin at 3 p.m. at Clearview Church, located at 3485 Hwy 158 Business in Henderson.
This year’s theme is “Break the Silence – Stop the Violence” and Scott told John C. Rose on Tuesday’s TownTalk that there will be several guest speakers and performers on hand, including pastor Roy Burroughs and the Work In Progress Gospel Choir, Sgt. Myron Alexander with the Vance County Sheriff’s Office and Keisha Valentine, a survivor of domestic violence.
“We’re looking forward to having a great program,” Scott said.
Whether you are a victim of domestic violence or you suspect someone else may be, it’s important to speak up and speak out, Scott said.
Valentine’s son witnessed her attack – she was shot multiple times at point-blank range – and it was her son who phoned 911 to report the incident.
“He was strong enough to speak up and make that call,” Scott recounted. Victims of abuse must not give up, she said. “You have to speak up – you can’t be quiet. You have to stand up against it…(and) try to get help.”
Victims can speak to other family members, a co-worker, a best friend – anyone who can provide support.
Valentine will share her story at Saturday’s event, and Scott said she hopes that others find strength as a result of hearing it.
“Come and break the silence,” she said. “We can put a dent in (domestic violence) and we can confront it.”
Domestic violence may begin with something as simple as hurtful words or disrespect, Scott explained. Saying hurtful things and intimidation tactics can escalate to emotional and physical abuse.
The weekend event is a way for the community to show its support, Scott said. “It’s a way to stand with the victims, support the surviviors, (and) help us continue to educate and confront this issue” as well as learning from hearing victims’ stories of survival and grieve collectively for those who have lost their lives to domestic violence.
Scott said support from local organizations helps to promote awareness about domestic violence. Last year, the Henderson Woman’s Club won a regional award for the work it did to donate bags of items to victims of domestic violence.
Participating in meaningful ways shows others that domestic violence “is not invited in our community – it’s unwanted and we will not be quiet any more.”
To learn more, contact Scott at 252.738.2235 or email her at dscott@vancecounty.org.
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The Local Skinny! Jobs In Vance 10-18-22
The H-V Chamber of Commerce and WIZS, Your Community Voice, present Jobs in Vance for October 18, 2022. The Chamber compiles the information, and it is presented here and on the radio. Contact the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce at 438-8414 or email michele@hendersonvance.org to be included.
Lowe’s
Position: Fulfillment Team Lead
Full-Time. The Fulfillment Lead spends most of his/her time checking, managing, and fulfilling orders. These orders consist of online, pick up later, delivery, install and pro. As Fulfillment Lead, he/she provides supervision, coaching, and support to the Fulfillment Associates. This associate also assists by making recommendations to solve issues and by prioritizing work to meet customer needs. Generally scheduled 39 to 40 or up to 25 hours per week, respectively; more hours may be required based on the needs of the store. Requires morning, afternoon and evening availability any day of the week. Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction), 6 months of experience using a computer, smart phones, tablets, including inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information. Customer Service experience is a plus.
How To Apply: Apply online at https://www.lowes.com/store/NC-Henderson/0738. Scroll to bottom of home page and click on careers. Or apply at www.indeed.com
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Executive Personnel Group (Hiring for local business/industry)
Customer Service Representative – Hiring now for multiple positions. Full-Time, $12.50 per hour. Must be 18 years of age or older. High school diploma/GED required (Associate degree in a business related field preferred). Ability to remain professional and courteous with customers at all times. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Job responsibilities include answering incoming customer calls regarding product, service questions and general client concerns. Responsible for maintaining a high level of professionalism with clients and working to establish a positive rapport with every caller. Update customer information accurately in the customer service database during and after each call.
How To Apply – In person at Executive Personnel Group office on Dabney Drive, or online at https://www.executivepersonnelgroup.com/ and click on “job seekers” tab at top. Can also apply online at www.indeed.com.
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Kittrell Job Corps Center (Adams and Associates)
Guidance Counselor. Full-time. Salary from $45,850 a year. Day hours, 8 hours Monday – Friday. Responsible to provide students with comprehensive and individualized case management ensuring student progress, retention and completion of the Job Corps program. Establishes supportive/mentoring relationships with students throughout their enrollment and provides personal, educational and career counseling.
How To Apply – Apply online at https://kittrell.jobcorps.gov/ For questions, or email your resume to the Human Resource Center at williams.angelap@jobcorps.org.
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Classic Toyota of Henderson
Sales Associate. Full-time. Assist customers in selecting a vehicle by asking questions and listening carefully to their responses. Explain product performance, application, and benefits to prospects. Describe all optional equipment available for customer purchase. Build strong rapport with customers. Perform high-quality, professional, and knowledgeable presentation and demonstration of new/used vehicles. Learn to overcome objections, close sales, and perform all other steps of the sales process in accordance with company standards. Previous dealership experience is a huge plus.
How To Apply – Apply on company website at https://www.classictoyotahenderson.com and click on About Us/Employment tab at top of page.
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Vance County Public School System
School Nutrition Cafeteria Assistant. Full Time (6 hours per day) / Non-Exempt. Qualifications: Experience in commercial or institutional food service, school setting preferred; High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training; OR a combination of education and experience; Cashier skills required; ServSafe® Certificate or NC Safe Plates Certificate preferred. Prepare and serve food, use cash register to process financial transactions, and cleaning duties. Must be service-oriented,bcooperative with pleasant attitude toward students, parents, staff and administration. Rotate frequently to all Vance County cafeterias, according to the specified assignment as determined by the needs of the school district.
How To Apply – Apply online at https://www.vcs.k12.nc.us/ and click on Programs and Services tab at top. Questions, call Human Resource Department at 252-492-2127 .
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Carolina Sunrock – Kittrell, NC Location
Equipment Operator. Full-time position, Monday – Friday, 7 am – 6 pm with some weekend work as required. Equipment Operator is capable of operating various pieces of equipment. The Equipment Operator helps do multiple tasks to keep the operations in motions. Operates mobile machinery and equipment used to drill, blast, crush, screen and load hard rock, sand, gravel, and other raw materials as needed. Responsible for the movement of materials, to perform preventative maintenance & minor repairs on equipment, and working with others on daily goals of production.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred. Three (3) to Five (5) years prior related experience required.
How To Apply – Apply online at https://www.thesunrockgroup.com/locations/kittrell/. For questions, please call 1-855-OUR ROCK.
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