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The Local Skinny! Aviation Academies at the Henderson-Oxford Airport
The Henderson-Oxford Airport is one of a dozen airports to get state funding to host summer academies for students in grades K-12 who want to learn more about aviation and the aerospace industry. The N.C. Dept. of Transportation’s Division of Aviation has awarded grants of up to $5,000 for these smaller airports to have programs...
The Local Skinny! Community Listening Event Analysis from Jayden Watkins
Among the more than 175 folks who came to Monday’s “Breaking the Cycle” community listening session sponsored by the Pathways to Peace Coalition for Vance County was Jayden Watkins. Watkins wears a lot of hats – he’s an author, a pastor, an entrepreneur, a leader of the Empowered youth group, among other things. His comments...
Home and Garden Show: VCRFM Gardens
The beautiful memorial garden that greets visitors as they drive into the parking area at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market once was a triangular plot of grass. Eileen Novak, president of the Vance Warren Master Gardeners said it not only serves to beautify the farmers market campus, but it also is a place for...
The Local Skinny! Author Talks About Writing Books At Next Kids Connect Program
A published author with local ties is visiting Perry Memorial Library to share her book and what it takes to be a writer at the upcoming Kids Connect program, Tuesday, Mar. 25 at 4 p.m. The Kids Connect program is geared to children in elementary school – grades K-5, and Youth Services Librarian Melody Peters...
The Local Skinny! Granville’s Creative Lifelong Learning Presents “The Regulators: Right Or Wrong” Debate
Before the American Revolution, North Carolina and the other 12 Colonies pretty much operated independently – the idea of a unifying federal system wouldn’t be a “thing” until the Constitution was ratified in 1789, replacing the Articles of Confederation, which largely preserved the sovereignty and independence of the 13 Colonies. A fellow named George Sims...
Home and Garden Show
On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext. The Growing The Spring Vegetable Garden Event will be on Monday March 31, 2025 at 6:30pm at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market. Resist the temptation to plant tall fescue. Prune as soon as possible. Order your bees for pollination ASAP Apply crabgrass preventer...
The Local Skinny! Shaw Alumni Event Coming March 29
Join area alumni of Shaw University at an event designed to celebrate education, faith and community impact on Saturday, Mar. 29 in Henderson. The Granville, Vance and Warren alumni chapter invites the community to Shaw Day, which organizers say will promote support and awareness. “This is your chance to support students of Shaw University, engage...
The Local Skinny! VGCC Foundation Fundraiser Saturday, April 5 At HighRock Farms
Join The VGCC Foundation at the second annual wine tasting gala and silent auction fundraiser on Saturday, April 5, from 6 – 9 p.m. to help support students facing unforeseen financial crises. The event’s theme is “Unlocking Possibilities: You Are Key,” and will take place at HighRock Farms in Granville County. Unexpected burdens can easily...
West End Baptist Fish Fry Fundraiser Monday at 220 Seafood 4pm to 7pm
Who: The Baptist Men of West End Baptist Church What: Fish Fry Fundraiser When: Monday, March 10th, from 4pm-7pm Where: 220 Seafood Restaurant, 1812 N Garnett St, Henderson, NC 27536 Why: All proceeds will be used to support our Local Ministries which include ACTS, Lifeline Ministries, GRACE Ministries, Rebuilding Hope and many others. Fee: $10...
The Local Skinny! Paws for Granville
The Humane Society of Granville County is hosting its annual Paws for Granville fundraiser on Saturday, Mar. 29 at the Barn at Vino in Stem. Anne Crews, a member of the local humane society and one of the event organizers, said this year’s goal is $20,000. “It’s our major fundraiser for the year,” Crews...
