Oxford farmers market opens The Oxford Armory farmers market will open from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. May 3 at the Oxford Armory at 105 W. Spring St. The existing farmers market at the corner of McClanahan and Lanier Streets will continue to operate from 7 a.m. until 12 p.m. beginning May 3. Recycling event Granville County will hold a […]
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Arrest, crime reports released
Butner Public Safety April 16, PSO M. B. Butler served a criminal summons Cristino Banegas Zuniga, 50, of Butner, for school attendance law violation. Zuniga was issued a court date and ordered to appear in court. April 17, littering was reported on East Lyon Station Road. As a result of the incident, PSO. J. W. Aaron issued a citation […]
Crime stoppers seeks info on four-wheeler theft
On April 16, a report was filed with the Granville County Sheriff’s Office that a four-wheeler had been stolen on Days Mill Road that morning. The owner reported that her shop was broken into and a four-wheeler was removed from the shop. She said her gray 2019 Yamaha Raptor 700 was taken. There are no further details.If you have information […]
FEMA’s denial to western North Carolina appealed
FEMA’s denial of a 180-day extension of the 100% cost share for Hurricane Helene costs eligible under the Stafford Act has been appealed. Democratic Gov. Josh Stein took the action on behalf of western North Carolina residents taking the brunt of the $60 billion in estimated damages. His letter on Friday, addressed to Dr. Melissa Forbes through Regional Administrator Robert […]
Granville briefs
Household hazardous waste recycling event Granville County will hold a household hazardous waste recycling event from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. May 17 at the Expo Center at 4185 Highway 15. Rabies vaccines available Rabies vaccines are available at a cost of $10 at the Granville County Animal Shelter, 515 New Commerce Drive, Oxford, Tuesday through Saturday,12 to 4:30 […]
Cole receives Order of the Long Leaf Pine
Lonnie Cole Sr. was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine award at the April 21 Granville County Board of Commissioners meeting by former Rep. Frank Sossoman on behalf of Gov. Josh Stein. The Order of the Long Leaf Pine award is presented to persons who have made significant contributions to the state and their communities through their exemplary […]
Groovin’ at the Gazebo kicks off this week
Ace Party Band will step onto a new performance stage in Butner’s Gazebo Park Friday to kick off the 2025 Groovin’ at the Gazebo series. Gazebo Park is located at 416 Central Avenue in Butner. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. In addition to upbeat music from the band, the event will also feature food trucks, face painting, balloon art, […]
Wood is Granville Health System DAISY Award honoree
Intensive care nurse Gina Wood was named Granville Health System’s first quarter winner of the DAISY award April 15. Wood was nominated for the DAISY Award by a patient’s family member. “Gina’s compassion, professionalism, and dedication to patient care truly embody the mission and vision of Granville Health System, as well as the core objectives of the DAISY Award,” the […]
One of a kind, Williams set to retire
Angela Williams has dedicated the majority of her adult life to the postal service, working in multiple locations in the United States, before settling in at the Butner Post Office in 2018. Williams will mail her last customer letter from behind the counter April 30. Williams, who is known for a winning smile, said serving her community has always been […]
Highland Games come to Central Children’s Home Saturday
The Central Carolina Highland Games are back this weekend and will feature head to head competition among three of the best women athletes in the sport. “It’s the first time they have ever met on the field,” said games organizer Buck Buchanan, referring to Kira Rixon, Kendra Danzer and Adrian Wilson — all of whom are world record holders. It […]
Crime reports released by law enforcement
Butner Public Safety April 9, fraud was reported on West C Street. The suspect withdrew money from the victim’s account. April 9, fraud was reported on Summerfield Lane. The suspect used the victim’s personal information to file taxes. April 9, PSO C. D. Coeburn arrested Aaron Antonio Parker, 65, of Butner, for an outstanding order for arrest. Parker was issued […]
Wohlfeil’s teaching future at South Granville unchanged
Despite a huge outpouring of support from the community, Jake Wohlfeil’s future as a teacher at South Granville has not changed. According to Stan Winborne, superintendent of Granville County Public Schools, Wohlfeil has been notified that nothing has changed. “He is welcome to appeal my decision to the school board,” Winborne said. On March 6, Wohlfeil received a staff reassignment […]
Helene: Election board’s efforts earn national award
The storm made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane in Dekle Beach, Fla., on Sept. 26. It dissipated over the mountains of the state and Tennessee, dropping more than 30 inches in some places and over 24 consistently across more. Election Day was six weeks away. The disaster area declared included 25 counties and coordination with the state board; county boards; […]
VGCC welcomes Tom Barkin as 2025 commencement speaker
Vance-Granville Community College will welcome Tom Barkin to deliver the keynote address at its 56th annual commencement ceremony. Tom Barkin has been the president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond since 2018. Barkin serves on the Fed’s chief monetary policy body, the Federal Open Market Committee, and is also responsible for the Richmond Fed’s bank supervision and […]
Sheriff encourages community involvement
Sheriff Robert D. Fountain Jr. spoke to a small gathering about building trust and support within the community. During the April 17 meeting, Fountain said the Sheriff’s Office and other emergency services organizations partnered with Little Caesars in Oxford to host an event. Fountain said these types of events allow citizens to interact with members of the office with awareness […]
Wilkins hurls perfect game for Vikings
Cooper Wilkins became the third South Granville Viking to pitch a perfect game. He did so in the 13-0 no-hitter win over the Webb Warriors on March 11. He retired all 15 batters in the five inning contest. He threw a total of 45 strikes in the contest according to Gene Hollowell, statistician, for the Vikings. Wilkins fanned 11 batters. […]
Creedmoor holds recognition, budget discussion
City officials heard budget recommendations from the city manager after police department telecommunicators were recognized during the April 15 work session. Mary Jo Clark, Angelia Downey, Alicia Sparks and Jeanne Tunstall were the recipients of a proclamation, read by Mayor Bobby Wheeler, on behalf of the commissioners, honoring the trio for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Mike Turner, city manager […]
Pettiford arrested on attempted first degree murder charges
Nicolen Maurice Pettiford Jr., 34, of Oxford, was booked for three counts of attempted first degree murder and a felony conspiracy count April 14. According to Granville County District Court case summary documents, a warrant for Pettiford was issued by Magistrate C. P. Bostic March 13. The Oxford Police Department is the complainant in the case. Pettiford was issued no […]
Deerfield Road citizens voice concerns
Multiple citizens from Deerfield Road in Stem voiced concerns about safety and road conditions at the Granville County board meeting held on April 7 during public comments. Lesha Barbee said she wants better coverage for her community on Deerfield Road by the sheriff’s office. Barbee that she has heard gunshots fired in the area and she has called to get […]
Development encroachment, airport future discussed
Russ May, Granville County commissioner, voiced his concern about development encroachment near the Henderson-Oxford airport. | Contributed photo Commissioner Russ May voiced concern over potential subdivision development encroachment and the future of the Henderson-Oxford Airport during the March 17 meeting. May went on to say the county has invested a significant amount of money in Triangle North, a potential […]
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