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TownTalk: Exciting Times For Vance Charter Cheerleading
Members of the Vance Charter School cheer team weren’t able to get a lot of practice time in before last weekend’s state championship competition – it was that weeklong trip to New York City to participate in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade that kept them off the practice mat. But just like their months-long fundraising
TownTalk: Aycock School Festival of Lights is This Week
Aycock Elementary’s 3rd annual Festival of Lights is almost here! The campus transforms into a glittery, shining drive-through experience sure to put folks in the holiday spirit. Whether you prefer Who-ville or Polar Express, Aycock Principal Kristen H. Boyd said there’s something magical about the lights display. “It’s a lot of work, but it’s a really
TownTalk: Sheriff Curtis Brame Sworn In; Begins Second Term
Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame officially began his second term of office today, after a swearing-in ceremony that took place at the Vance County Courthouse at 11 a.m. Monday. The oath of office was administered in the presence of retired judge Randolph Baskerville. Henderson Police Chief Marcus Barrow was one of the speakers during today’s
TownTalk: NCWorks Job Fair
The NC Works Career Center is having an end-of-year career fair on Friday, Dec. 9 at its new location, 826 S. Garnett St. More than a dozen representatives from numerous employers will be on hand to share information with individuals looking for employment. “This will be a fun and exciting event and the perfect way
TownTalk: Raleigh Ringers Coming To McGregor Hall
The Raleigh Ringers are coming to McGregor Hall this weekend for a weekend performance at McGregor Hall. Director David M. Harris and the group of musicians have performed in 39 states, Canada and Europe, delighting audiences with music throughout the year. But when Harris realized there was an opening in the schedule, he
TownTalk: Ragland Produces Christian Stage Play
Connie Ragland’s newest play is called “This Is Why We Don’t Come To Church,” and it premieres on Saturday, Dec. 10 in the Vance-Granville Community College Civic Center. The Christian stage production takes a somewhat satirical look at a serious topic – attitudes about church. Have you ever known a “pew-owner” – that person who
TownTalk: Salvation Army Kettle Drive And Music For The Holidays
Jimmy Barrier describes the upcoming performance at the local Salvation Army as a Gaither-style event. If you don’t know exactly what that means, then by all means, come out at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11 to “An Acoustical Christmas.” And if you enjoy that Gaither style of musical performance, then you already know you’re
TownTalk: Boys & Girls Club Of North Central North Carolina
It makes Donyell “DJ” Jones happy to see young people walk through the Blue Doors of the Boys & Girls Clubs. Even when those doors aren’t blue – like those clubs that operate within schools, for example – Jones is confident that the programming and support remains aligned with the philosophy of the stand-alone clubs
TownTalk: Local Health Update With Lisa Harrison
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought laser-focused attention to the need for community partnerships, and Granville-Vance Health Director Lisa Harrison knows firsthand the value of working together to assure overall community health. Harrison, who recently completed her term as president of the National Association of City and County Health Officers, attended a national conference in Washington,
TownTalk: Christmas Parade And More Coming To Downtown Henderson
The Vance County Arts Council is pulling out all the stops as the holiday season approaches. This umbrella organization has its fingers in a lot of pies this time of year, from wreath-making workshops with senior adults to free concerts and organizing the annual Henderson Christmas parade. And Alice Sallins is up for the challenge.
