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TownTalk: ‘Break the Silence, Stop the Violence’ Event at Clearview Church Oct. 25
So often, victims of domestic violence suffer in silence, too ashamed or embarrassed to seek help or support to lead them out of an awful situation. But Debbie Scott, domestic violence educator with the Vance County Sheriff’s Office, wants them to know that they are not alone, and that help is just a phone
TownTalk: Make a Joyful Noise ACTS Benefit Concert Coming Up Oct. 11
The ‘Make A Joyful Noise Unto The Lord’ concert to benefit ACTS is coming up quickly, and Executive Director Thomas Blackwell is looking forward to the Oct. 11 performance at McGregor Hall. Blackwell has been in the role since January, and this will be the first chance he’s had to attend. So far, local performers
TownTalk: Frances Garrett And Friends Present $45,080 To American Cancer Society In Washington, D.C.
Frances Garrett is not one to rest on her laurels – actually, it seems like she’s not one to rest at all when it comes to raising money to support the work of the American Cancer Society. For the second year in a row, Garrett and her team of faithful volunteers was recognized at
TownTalk: Masonic Home For Children At Oxford Has New CEO In Time For 2025 Homecoming Oct. 10-11
The Masonic Home for Children in Oxford is having its annual Homecoming festivities on Saturday, Oct. 11. This year’s event marks the end of one administrator’s tenure and the beginning of new leadership. But no matter who’s at the helm, one thing’s for sure: MHCO is a place where children are nurtured and loved. Kevin
TownTalk: Abria’s Chase Foundation Extends Support To Those Dealing With Grief
Join Abria’s Chase founders Ayana and June Lewis for Testimonial Tuesday on Facebook Live to hear stories from those who have suffered life-altering experiences and how they have worked through challenges to come out on the other side. The Lewises established the Abria’s Chase Foundation in the wake of a tragic housefire that claimed the
TownTalk: McGregor Hall 2025 Live Series Lineup!
This year’s McGregor Live! series includes something for everyone – from a revenge-seeking barber to a performing dog troupe, with some Christmas tunes, beach music and the Wizard of Oz thrown in for good measure. The McGregor Live! series package is $135, which Mark Hopper said represents a 25 percent discount from the single-ticket prices.
TownTalk: DMV Commissioner Offers Insight, Updates To Increase Customer Satisfaction
When Paul Tine stepped into his new role as the state’s DMV commissioner back in May, he knew his role was largely to steer the department through some upgrades and challenges that presented lots of roadblocks to customer service. Hours of waiting in line just to get in the door and impossible-to-get appointments were common
TownTalk: FVW Opportunity Focused On Supporting Individuals, Communities To Be Their Best
Franklin Vance Warren Opportunity provides a multitude of programs throughout its service area that gets right to the heart of its mission of supporting people and helping them make their lives better. For Dr. Abdul Rasheed, CEO and senior advisor to the FVWOpp board of directors, that’s what it’s all about. Rasheed said a community
TownTalk: Kernel Craze Sponsoring Holiday Art Challenge
Budding artists in Vance County have a unique opportunity to have their artwork appear on Kernel Craze holiday popcorn tins and spread some pride and passion for their community in the process. Stephen Wolf, Kernel Craze founder, said the Holiday Art Challenge is open to K-12 students who live or go to school in Vance
TownTalk: Around Old Granville – Ridgeway
Visitors to New York City back in the late 1800’s may have seen advertisements from Ridgeway Estates Co., a group of local men who had big plans for enticing Northerners to move South, to the tiny little community that sits today between Middleburg and Norlina, just over the Warren County line. This corporation had big
