That, along with additional orders, put the final tally at 356 in February more than enough for the DMV to make the first batch. The Surry County Board of Elections has recommended the Dobson Board of Commissioners race be rerun, as a result of irregularities involving a poll worker during the Nov. 8 general election. They had a house that they used as storage for many years, he said of church leaders, who decided the building had outlived its usefulness for some reason. However, the long election season in Surry County remains open and ongoing with two seats on the Town of Dobson Board of Commissioners still up in the air. Personnel of Keepsmiling Alatte Kesson and Co. in the 100 block of West Pine Street reported on Nov. 8 that an unknown suspect scammed the business and one of its employees, Johanna Wilson of Hathaway Lane, Pilot Mountain, out of undisclosed sums that day. Eric John McKenzie, 48, of 356 Lynwood Drive, was charged Saturday with larceny and possession of stolen goods stemming from an incident earlier that day at 749 W. Lebanon St., the address for Dustys Car Wash. A roll of insulation was taken from that location along with seven 12-foot sections of wood, property valued altogether at $550. Members of Rockford Elementary Schools Student Council completed the project, Thanksgiving-in-a-Bag, in November. For those beginning work at the detention he said opening the new jail next year will make their jobs safer, if not easier. Some types of cargo van loads can include hot shot, expedited freight and time sensitive loads, ram, and other kinds of freight deliveries. More than 300 participants were involved in the event last year, and organizers are hoping for another big turnout on Dec. 10. It was Sharons desire to make an impact on our town, Jonczak said Wednesday, by bringing much-needed change to the community. The Surry County Emergency Medical Service was on standby at the scene. While they normally try to prevent such blazes, it was the direct opposite with the controlled burn in late November which targeted an outlying structure on the grounds of the church at 1401 Fancy Gap Road. Bryson Martin took first place in the competition, Natalyn Freeman finished second,and Lily Watson was third. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the registered nursing job outlook is projected to grow 9% from 2020 to 2030, and N.C. Nursecast predicts the state nursing shortage to be 17,500 by 2033. However, the long election season in Surry County remains open and ongoing with two seats on the Town of Dobson Board of Commissioners still up in the air. That will be followed by a three-course dinner, live music, a live auction, and a bourbon raffle. Theres even a field for listing any specialized equipment youre carrying so that youll be more likely to catch the attention of brokers and shippers. New Yorks Ballet For Young Audiences will delight audiences both young and old with their performance of The Nutcracker at the Andy Griffith Playhouse this weekend. This is where the magic begins, said Brack Llewellyn, who wrote the play and directs it along with his wife and NoneSuch co-founder Angela Llewellyn. He said the poll worker was in error to have given any indication on how a voter should vote. If you were having a hard time and needed help what would that five minutes and thirty seconds be worth to you? Persons offering comments at the dedication event agreed that much credit for where the clinic is today is owed to Nancy Dixon, who began as a volunteer there in 2012 and joined the governing board of the facility in 2015. Sharon Gates-Hodges died last Friday at age 65, just 11 days before the Nov. 8 general election. We are glad for this Excellence in Equity Award that highlights Jon Dosss amazing work.. In a sworn statement, Hill said the poll worker pointed out to her that Sharon Gates-Hodges had passed away. Steve Alan Forester, 38, of East Bend, is alleged to have operated a 2015 GMC Yukon SUV while impaired and caused property damage in addition to breaking into a vehicle on Woodruff Street. Yokeley and Zalescik also were given the opportunity to make comments upon stepping down from the board. A second challenge was filed by James E. Yokeley over the same poll worker behavior. Respond to students who vape with support, not punishment or suspension which can cause even more problems at school, leading to lower test scores and graduation rates, among other poor outcomes., The best way to help young people not use tobacco on school grounds is to help them stop using tobacco. Officials said the annual fundraiser holds a dual purpose. Niland presented a farewell speech at the last commissioners meeting on Nov. 17 in which he expressed what a great honor it was to serve. Everyone is asked to wear masks for the tours that were cancelled in 2020 because of the pandemic. Emily Kathleen Richardson of Hunter Drive and Jenny Rivera, an East Oak Street resident, were reported as the victims of the crimes. STUART, Va. The Patrick County Sheriffs Office has announced charges against residents of the greater Mount Airy area and vicinity during November, including: Justin Kent Hawks, 39, of 155 Sandy Ridge Road, Cana, Virginia, who was served with a capias (arrest warrant) for a felony probation violation; Sherri Hazlewood, 54, of 290 Big Dan Lake Drive, Claudville, Virginia, charged with breaking and entering of a building, a felony, and destruction of property involving damage of less than $1,000; Amber Nicole McMillian, 27, of 85 Duck Lane in Cana, Virginia, who was served with a capias warrant for failing to appear in court, with her arrest conducted by Carroll County Sheriffs Office personnel; Crystal Gayle Bowman, 40, of 83 Pauls Creek Road, Cana, Virginia, who was served with a Patrick capias warrant for a felony probation violation by Carroll Sheriffs Office personnel; Andrew Benton Joyce, 36, of 1281 Joyce Mill Road, Westfield, charged with disregarding a law enforcement command and continuing to drive while endangering the public and reckless driving endangering life, limb and property; Jerry Lyndon Blakely, 36, of 3717 Shady Grove Church Road, East Bend, charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon; Frank McKinnley Washington, 40, of 349 Marble Trace Lane, Lowgap, charged with failing to perform construction after receiving more than $1,000 in advance, a felony. I spoke to the poll worker and asked them, about the claim Jonczak made. The biggest attraction this year is weve done a lot of work on the mill, Blydenburgh said Wednesday of a change occurring since the last open house in 2021. This years program raised an impressive sum of $40,505 which will be used to get presents for needy children in the area. The grant will also pay for hands-on healthcare equipment such as virtual reality tools, presentation kits and CPR manikins, as well as community activities and meetings that will focus on healthcare student recruitment. The FDA has approved seven quit aids, but e-cigs are not currently one of them.. Mosley pointed out that Dixon recently was the only person in North Carolina to be awarded a 2022 Community Star honor by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health, recognizing her tireless volunteer efforts on behalf of the clinic. Go ahead and google "freight class" and you're going to wanna pick up a whiskey glass. Settlement funds are coming in over a 19-year span, so monitoring how they are spent can eliminate waste on projects that dont work. Weve been providing logistics services to the trucking industry since 1978, and weve refined our tools to help you thrive. The Kids Fun Run will be held immediately after the 5K (3.1-mile) race. All that is missing is a cartoon camel with a cigarette hanging from his lips and it could be 1988 again. Shayna Marie Johnson, 47, of 1224-A Newsome St., was charged on Nov. 23 with burning personal property, a felony. Surry Community College has received a $400,000 grant aimed at strengthening its growing partnership with Northern Regional Hospital, keeping open and expanding a pipeline of students studying for in the growing healthcare industry. Insurance companies use the score to help set home insurance rates, so a lower score means lower homeowners insurance rates for Surry County residents. It was an invitation-only event for members of the Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce last week in Dobson as Randy Collins the Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce held a luncheon to discuss the holiday auction, celebrate their Champions, and prepare for a busy 2023. The underbanked represented 14% of U.S. households, or 18. We offer the lowest prices per page in the industry, with an average of $7 per page. Secondly a recount could be conducted but with the same number of ballots cast and only an eight-vote margin, the likelihood of that changing the outcome was small. We have to take care of our kids, so were going to have an age limit of 21, he said at the time. Stevens, who is speaker pro tempore of the N.C. House of Representatives, has been a huge supporter of Surry Medical Ministries, including working to include $750,000 in funding for the clinic within the state budget. While that might not have been too challenging under normal circumstances, Vaden said her group was prevented from doing much in the way of public soliciting and education for the plates because of COVID-19 and the associated shut-downs and limits on public activities. She has been recognized as an outstanding educator numerous times. It was the conduct of a poll worker in Dobson that has been called into question. Dickens, as Scrooge, steps in and out of character to advance the tale. Due to a desire to not serve another four-year term, Yokeley opted to run for the at-large post which involved filling an unexpired two-year stint. The free Thanksgiving Day dinner is spearheaded by Friends of a Brighter Community. Beautiful masks created by Susan Service enhance the ghost scenes. Gold Level Champions recognized by the chamber were Northern Regional Hospital, Allegacy Federal Credit Union, and Carport Central/Cibirix. Four of the transactions occurred at the State Employees Credit Union on South Franklin Road and the fifth at Essence Nail and Spa on West Independence Boulevard. The FDA has approved seven quit aids, but e-cigs are not currently one of them.. Just after 12 p.m., the following statement was posted to the Wilkes Central High School website: This morning, December 1, Wilkes County Emergency Dispatch received a call stating that there was an active shooter situation on Wilkes Central High Schools campus. Hand recounts were conducted in randomly selected precincts from across the state. If you were having a hard time and needed help what would that five minutes and thirty seconds be worth to you? Visitors to the house this weekend can view a rich assortment of architecture, furnishings, pictures and other items from yesteryear with the added element of Christmas decorations including a spectacular tree. The incumbents won the two seats that were on the ballot with Atkins receiving 184 votes, White totaling 167, and Jonczak won the vote of 159 residents. Book It Now, available free to carriers who use our load board to find loads, lets you book loads in a few clicks with brokers you know and trust. The 52nd Annual Pilot Mountain Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, Dec. 3, at 6 p.m. City schools mark Career Development Month, City schools Doss recognized with national award, Toys for Tots donations lag as deadline nears, https://mount-airy-nc.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/default.aspx?nPageID=100&nPreviewInd=200&nRedirectInd=3, Fire chief says $390,000 radios much needed, Rockford student council gives at Thanksgiving, Dobson commissioners race still undecided, Weekend open house event to aid Salvation Army, Christmas Carol to play at Reynolds Homestead, Pilot students take part in medicine seminar, Yokeley, Zalescik thanked for service to city, Two rescued after being trapped overnight, Chamber holiday auction kicks off Thursday, Huff honored as 2022 Dogwood Award recipient, United Fund holding first Bourbon Bonanza, Blood sought during difficult holiday period, Nutcracker returns to Andy Griffith Playhouse, Telethon raises thousands for needy kids at Christmas, High school takes alcohol education course, Dobson Elementary Science Fair winners named, Patrick authorities charge local-area residents. One will include the presentation of an annual audit report by a representative from the Martin, Starnes and Associates accounting firm of Hickory, which has been contracted to review the citys books since 2011. During the dinner, there will also be 10-15 baskets of bourbon of 2-3 bottles each Hiatt said that will be auctioned off for those in attendance. With the telethon moving to an online streaming format, it has increased the exposure of the event and has helped the amount of money that the campaign receives. Dixon has said more such support is needed to help retire a low-interest loan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to acquire the new facility. Prospective whole blood donors must be in good health, feeling well and at least 16 years old in most states, along with weighing no less than 110 pounds. The purchase includes chicken stew, crackers, utensils, a sweet treat and a carrying bag. Jonathan Sutphin, chief of the Westfield Fire Department and soon to be president of the Surry County Fire Council, told the commissioners the problems with staffing volunteer stations have been growing since the mid-1990s. After the judges review, Doss was selected as a winning nominee based on outstanding achievement in supporting educational equity for all learners. I think you have a plan; you have a plan to be proud of, he said, noting that it was not uncommon for his office to field calls from out of the area with questions about the Surry County plan. Just after 12 p.m., the following statement was posted to the Wilkes Central High School website: This morning, December 1, Wilkes County Emergency Dispatch received a call stating that there was an active shooter situation on Wilkes Central High Schools campus. There was not a stampede for the hot new toy of the year but there was a crowd at 9 p.m. inside the store that immediately stood out for its size that screamed something is going on. The county will administer the pass through funds from the state to increase the competitions budget. The incoming chief executive pledged to do the best job he can leading and Im not talking about managing.. The new program will utilize the work-based learning program Surry-Yadkin Works that connects four local public school systems to the college, according to information released by the college. In an unusual situation as this years election loomed, Zalescik and Yokeley agreed to seek the seats held by each other. He was held in the Surry County Jail under a $2,000 secured bond and slated for an appearance in District Court next Monday. The screenings can check for: The level of plaque buildup in your arteries, related to risk for cardiovascular disease, stroke and overall vascular health; Pricing packages start at $159, but consultants will work with you to create a package that is right for you based on your age and risk factors. That means you must charge as much as $2.80 per mile to Yesterday, all parties had the opportunity to fairly and fully present their case to the Board of Elections, she said. The difference of eight votes between second and third place finishers equates to 1.3% of the total votes cast for all four candidates and the three write in votes. Atkins said he was awaiting word Wednesday from the Surry County Board of Elections that paperwork needed to send the Jonczak and Yokeley challenges of the Nov. 8 election to Raleigh had been filed, which must happen before he can formally file his appeal. Donations sought for annual community event. He did not provide any proof or accusations of wrongdoing in votingwe eliminate that part of the discussion., Jonczak after the hearing was as upbeat as one may expect and said the outcome was not unexpected. He was clear that he felt Huff and the Surry County Board of Elections had handled the issue well and with great transparency, We were in contact through the whole thing.. Recognizing and supporting their own truly is part of the chambers mission and not only during galas and events. Visit www.ace-ed.org to learn more about all the winners and contact [email protected] to learn about getting involved with the program. They can register at https://rosycheeks5k.itsyourrace.com/. You can help make a child feel a little extra special during the holidays by donating a gift for a school-age child.. Ive sat up here for 14 years, the new mayor said, referring to when he was appointed as a commissioner in September 2008 to replace Tom Bagnal, who had resigned from the board. The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara, a young girl on the brink of womanhood whose dreams are both childlike and tinged with romance. A challenge was filed by John Jonczak, candidate for Dobson town commissioner and local business owner, over the conduct of a poll worker who may have unduly influenced voters. Dobson Fire Department set up a landing zone for Aircare at Surry Community College until a temporary on scene site could be established. Each year, Stein recognizes North Carolina residents who help to make their communities safer, stronger, and healthier. FREE Plagiarism report. Commercial cargo vans can take on maximum loads of 2,000 pounds, equal to the weight of four pianos or a compact car. President Donald Trump acknowledged at the time there was a vaping problem when discussing his plan to ban the sale of most flavored vaping products, We cant allow people to get sick. As an award winner, Doss will receive benefits and recognition including: An invitation to be a guest on EduTalk Radio, the Consortiums flagship podcast, An invitation to write an online article for the Access & Equity K-12 Journal, A spotlight feature in the January special issue of the Journal dedicated to award winners, A choice of complimentary e-book from Times 10 Publications, the awards programs publishing partner, It makes me happy to know that I am able to be a resource to families, Doss said. There is no set ticket price. Austin Caviness, formerly of WXII weather and now the pastor of Salem Fork Christian in Dobson was tapped to emcee the event. Andrews said as a former small business owner herself, she recalls the struggles and pains of running a business. Dickens frustrations are multiplied by the arrival of two houseguestshis young nieces Elizabeth, played by Ava Chrismon, and Margaret, portrayed by Salem Poindexter, both aspiring writers who idolize their famous uncle. The building at St. Andrew Lutheran Church was well-suited to a live-burn exercise, the city fire chief added. Theyre just made for the fire service.. They seek to reach students early so that the age of drinking may be delayed and so students may understand that with the appeal of social drinking comes responsibility and consequences.. This year the sheriffs office need volunteers to help do the shopping for the gifts at Walmart. Guides dressed in period clothing are to be on hand for the weekend activities. Yokeley also served as the citys mayor pro tem, or vice mayor, from 2011-15 in addition to his commissioner role. Angel Noel Tate, 31, of 154 N. Crosswinds Drive, was charged with second-degree trespassing last Tuesday at a residence on Granite Road, with police records indicating that she had been banned from that location by a city officer in February. Plus, DATs system lets you set alarms that will automatically notify you the moment any new listings that match your criteria become available. Thursday a number of school systems across the state received similar calls to 911 that turned out to be hoaxes. It takes us all to make a difference., Couldnt tune in to the telethon? organizers asked, There is still time to give. After the judges review, Doss was selected as a winning nominee based on outstanding achievement in supporting educational equity for all learners. In a separate action, the board unanimously elected as its new Chairman Eddie Harris and Vice Chairman Van Tucker following an established and agreed upon rotation of power that is reflective of the congenial relationship between board members. All told the auction yielded $1,809 from the sale of the items. An order was placed last week with the Motorola company for the new radios, which city Fire Chief Zane Poindexter says will update older models now used and allow better communications among department personnel. Like any contract work, hot shot trucking also comes with disadvantages. Cox is scheduled to appear in District Court on Dec. 9. This year the community event is scheduled for Nov. 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church at 714 N. Main St. Wilkins is a member of that group and has been involved with the meal since it began. Brown said Wednesday that attendees also can tour an original one-room slave cabin on the site. Keys to Success. He continued by pointing out Jonczak presented no evidence for a claim that the vote total itself was wrong. I do want it to go out in a grand hurrah.. It takes the aid and effort of all types of people across the community to pull off an event year after year of such scope. Willis told the board that nine out of ten people who complete a treatment plan but do not get some assistance with housing, transportation, or employment will relapse. He is reluctant at first, but as the collaboration develops the story comes to life. Caviness chimed in, Extending beyond Surry County, thats the beauty of Facebook connecting you to us.. The case had been filed through the Surry County Sheriffs Office on Sept. 26. We have collected or purchased about 3,000 toys to datewe are down around 3,000+ toys. The historic home dates to the mid-1850s and is reputed to have been part of the Underground Railroad system operating during that era to aid slaves fleeing bondage. The brown-leather wallet contained an unspecified sum of money, a Truist debit card, a drivers license, two Social Security cards, Chick-fil-A and KFC gift cards and a WIC card. Heavy rain was a factor last year, but turnout in the 175-person range still occurred. New Yorks Ballet For Young Audiences will delight audiences both young and old with their performance of The Nutcracker at the Andy Griffith Playhouse this weekend. assessment exam for basic reading and comprehension skills. After consideration, the county board recommended to the state that a new election be held for the Dobson commissioners race. What if one of the worlds most celebrated authors got writers blockat the worst possible time? Both the Jonczak and the Yokeley challenge were sustained and now move to the state board of elections for further consideration. The blanket, owned by Brandi Leigh Dodson of Pippen Street nearby, is valued at $35. The 2022 National Youth Tobacco Survey reported that more than 2.5 million teens use vape products. Marion, the towns finance officer and assistant manager who had been hired in 2012, was appointed in late July to replace Laura Neely after Neely decided to join the Surry County governmental operation as finance officer. And since hot shot trucking doesnt require a CDL for loads under 10,000 lbs., you can try it before you take the plunge with a larger equipment type. The Wisconsin man is scheduled to appear in Surry District Court on Dec. 19 and has been banned from Walmart. In conversation between Willis and county officials there tends to be a desire to compare the situation here with other counties. Giveaway campaigns include a $10 Amazon e-gift card for those giving from now until Dec. 15 and a holiday long-sleeve T-shirt will be offered to donors from Dec. 16-31. Commissioner Tim DeHaan said the poll worker simply was in error. Sutphin said the numbers speak for themselves and compared response times. The answer is the annual Rosy Cheeks 5K and Fun Run penciled on the calendar for Dec. 10. North Carolina has long been one of the top producing states in the nation for Christmas trees. Do you have what it takes to become a broker?View Webinar, Search active loads by location and equipment type.FIND LOADS . He did not provide any proof or accusations of wrongdoing in votingwe eliminate that part of the discussion., Jonczak after the hearing was as upbeat as one may expect and said the outcome was not unexpected. He was clear that he felt Huff and the Surry County Board of Elections had handled the issue well and with great transparency, We were in contact through the whole thing.. I just thank the citizens for giving me this opportunity, Hutchens said. It took two years surviving a pandemic, a massive forest fire, and a lawsuit which held up elections in the North Carolina General Assembly but an effort to have the North Carolina DMV issue license plates featuring Pilot Mountain has come to fruition. The radios were included in the municipal budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year that went into effect on July 1. Prospective whole blood donors must be in good health, feeling well and at least 16 years old in most states, along with weighing no less than 110 pounds. The board chose the latter option. This is often due to there not being any volunteer staff available when the calls come in and while there are contingencies to call to neighboring fire departments for aid, that adds minutes when there may be none to spare. The All-Stars have offered to be part of this wonderful holiday event., I think it is a great thing to do with kids, she said of helping others and invited the All-Stars to make the shopping trip and assembly of food boxes a family affair. Not to be outdone, Radford introduced Bailey Wood to the board. Typically a variety of artisans are involved who offer what organizers call one-of-a-kind items for purchase. In North Carolina, our 100 county boards of elections effectively conducted the 2020 general election, with the highest turnout in state history and during a global pandemic, Brinson Bell said. Box 827, Dobson, NC 27017! At Tuesdays hearings the board heard testimony in which it was claimed a poll worker in Dobson told voters on election day that candidate Gates-Hodges had passed away. One connection he made was with Yokeley, who was then surprised to overhear a poll worker telling voters that candidate Jonczak had passed away. Judge Marion Boone was on hand to deliver the oaths to Mark Marion, Bill Goins, and Eddie Harris, who each won re-election to the board of county commissioners. It was really huge for the first year, Brown said of attendance for the 2019 event, which was down some last year as the COVID recovery continued. A Mount Airy man is incarcerated under a $10,000 secured bond on charges of possessing controlled substances on jail premises, a felony, and second-degree trespassing, according to city police reports. The Kapps Mill open house has been a popular holiday stop since getting under way in 2020, when about 300 people attended at the height of the coronavirus pandemic. A local ISO fire rating determines how well the fire department can protect a community. These awards recognize Americans who courageously stood up against efforts to undermine the democratic process. They stated they had been telling voters the candidate is deceased because, as the poll worker told Huff, I thought I should be letting people know., Huff told the board that standard training for poll workers covers this, and that, No matter the question, you know nothing about a candidate when you work the polls., She said the process worked as it should with a hearing allowed for protestors to state their findings of fact and the board then conducted a hearing in which they acted much like a judge in a trial.. Tahtiyana M. Mason, a resident of Lynnewood Drive, reported the crimes on Monday, stemming from an unknown suspect using the card during five separate incidents between Nov. 14-21. Jimmie Dean Shinault, 46, of 120 Fire House Road, Cana, Virginia, was jailed without privilege of bond early Friday on charges of stalking and communicating threats after he was encountered by police during a welfare check at Hampton Inn. Punitive measures will not help students quit. Atkins feels that the voters have already spoken and will be filing an appeal that the results of the commissioners race be certified as they stand. Landscape damage put at $500 occurred along with other damage for which no estimate is listed. With COVID going on, there were no festivals or anything going on to get out and market it. she explained, thus the effort languished. Sometimes we (Mount Airy firefighters) get invited to burns out in the county.. A case of damage to personal property transpired last Thursday morning, when the sidewalls were cut on two tires of a vehicle owned by Christine Ann Ayers, who lives on Bourbon Trail, The crime was perpetrated by an unknown suspect in the parking lot of the Lowes Home Improvement/Food Lion shopping center on South Andy Griffith Parkway. After having been on staff with the Extension since 2020, she has shifted over to the role of livestock agent. One was to correct the vote count; in this instance the count itself was not the issue. Local law enforcement agencies responded immediately, and after lockdown, they have confirmed that the school was clear and that there was NO threat of an active shooter situation as was reported to emergency dispatch. He repeatedly mentioned adding the paid staff was improving not only response times but also the ISO fire rating for the county. Charlotte Reeves, outreach coordinator for Surry Countys Office of Substance Abuse Recovery, said that attempts to educate young people to the dangers of inhaling untested, unverified mystery liquids into their still developing lungs are underway. Sedlacek believes the experience in Cleveland County will prove beneficial in his new role. The trucking industry has affected the political and economic history of the United States in the 20th century. While trained in fire or rescue the paid staff member can also handle office work that can be tedious and takes a lot of time, Sutphin explained. Weve been providing logistics services to the trucking industry since 1978, and weve refined our tools to help you thrive. The Lord is taking care of raising the money and hes got everyone here tonight; he put these people in our path that we are trying to help., I guarantee that you will get a blessing for it, and we will not take any credit for it, well give it all to him, he said before proclaiming the start to the Give a Kid a Christmas 2022 shopping extravaganza, Now go shop!. For additional information, contact Marianna Juliana at 336-786-7998 or [email protected]. That position also entails aligning strategic goals of county commissioners and department heads and serving as a member of the budget team there. The event has sold so well, she has already decided that it will be back, We think we have found something here that will be a hit, and well bring it back again and for years to come.. When other members supported her, she recalled, It means more than words can say.. Along with brushing up on their own units suppression skills for an actual emergency, participants gained valuable experience in cooperating with other fire personnel. At those hearings, the county board of elections heard sworn statements and testimony from Yokeley about irregular behavior on election day by a poll worker. That is because the local board of elections has recommended the state order a new election after a challenge by the losing candidate, and now the two winning candidates are apparently ready to file their own challenges, asking that the election results stand as they were counted on election day. The Emergency Medical Technician course establishes the basic knowledge needed to provide, under medical authority, pre-hospital emergency care and to pass the NC State and/or National Registry certification exam. The class will start on Thursday, Jan. 5, and will run through Thursday, June 15, 2023. A vape that is touted as bubblegum or cotton candy flavored will be more appealing to young people than trying to discern what Camel Turkish Gold means. He felt there was a lack of evidence presented and some information conflicted itself. This is just the latest recognition for Huff after she also received the Defender of Democracy Award from the Center for Election Innovation and Research on behalf of all of North Carolinas election officials along with North Carolina Board of Elections Director Karen Brinson Bell. After having been on staff with the Extension since 2020, she has shifted over to the role of livestock agent. Theres even a field for listing any specialized equipment youre carrying so that youll be more likely to catch the attention of brokers and shippers. Champion packages range from the Friend level at $1,500 to Elite level at $6,500 and at every level are event tickets, opportunities for logos/signage at events, promotion in the membership directory, as well as listing on the chamber website and social media. The speed at which such an array of products has flooded the market would sound alarm bells in other categories. A break-in and larceny of guns and other property valued at $4,040 altogether, which also involved injury to real property, was discovered on Nov. 1 at the apartment of Randy Adam Marshall on Welch Street, where a double-pane glass window was broken to gain entry. Last week while he was working the serving line at the luncheon, he was greeting chamber members and fielding questions about the auction. City Manager Stan Farmer indicated after the November action that financing the radios in such a manner was more advantageous to the municipality from a funding standpoint. Wilkes Central High was just one of other such examples that happened Thursday. In the past year an allotment of tickets for the golf tournament or the womens conference would have been doled out. Marion, the towns finance officer and assistant manager who had been hired in 2012, was appointed in late July to replace Laura Neely after Neely decided to join the Surry County governmental operation as finance officer. Another of the tactics used to promote vaping in all age groups is that it can be a stop smoking aid for those who are currently smoking. The trucking industry has affected the political and economic history of the United States in the 20th century. Go ahead and google "freight class" and you're going to wanna pick up a whiskey glass. Other SCC employee participants included Maria Saldarriaga Osorio, student success librarian, and Anna-Olivia Sisk, lead art instructor. Walking into the Historic Dobson Courthouse Monday evening meant navigating through a phalanx of representatives from the Surry County Sheriffs Office. Once she was located, she was treated and packaged by EMS personnel, Walls said. I do know that several businesses have been diligently collecting, she said, adding that her cadre of volunteers was slated to pick up some of those later on Friday, as well as on Monday. The results are in, and the vote totals themselves are not being challenged. To raise money for the endeavor, Give a Kid a Christmas has been holding an annual telethon online. For additional information, contact Marianna Juliana at 336-786-7998 or [email protected]. In his present job as strategic initiative manager with Cleveland County, Sedlaceks responsibilities have included coordinating organizational projects between department executives and third-party agencies. Yokeley, who frequently clashed with newly installed Mayor Jon Cawley over the years when the latter served as a North Ward commissioner, explained that certain things are better left unsaid.. An ecumenical blessing of it for the ongoing benefit and common good of the community also was conducted Thursday, along with an official ribbon cutting. The county board could opt to send the issue to Raleigh for further consideration, or lastly use any other actions deemed necessary to resolve the issue. Oaths of office are scheduled to be administered to Jon Cawley, a longtime North Ward commissioner who was elected mayor last month; Chad Hutchens, the winner of a contest for Cawleys vacated seat; Deborah Cochran, who was victorious in a race for the boards at-large commissioner post; and Phil Thacker, elected to a South Ward council seat. County Finance Officer Laura Neely told the commissioners the county was hit with an unexpected cost when a licensing agreement with E-Plus renewed automatically. I spoke to the poll worker and asked them, about the claim Jonczak made. Officials said the annual fundraiser holds a dual purpose. Police records indicate that Green was found with Suboxone and alprazolam tablets once taken into custody, resulting in the felony drug charge and him being held on the large bond. Microsoft pleaded for its deal on the day of the Phase 2 decision last month, but now the gloves are well and truly off. There were also three write-in votes cast. For now, the exact auction lineup in still locked away from curious eyes, however items may range from hotel stays, gift cards, gift baskets, all many of special products and services from local merchants in support of the Chamber. She is the favorite godchild of Herr Drosselmeyer, a mysterious clockmaker, who helps to transport Clara and her Nutcracker Prince to a special realm where she witnesses a daring battle, is transported through the Land of Sweets, and meets the Sugar Plum Fairy. First, let's talk LTL rates. Find freight for your hot shot trucking business. The chamber receives no public money from municipal or county governments, Collins said, so the dues of members and the events the organization holds, such as the auction, bring in all the funding. Last week while he was working the serving line at the luncheon, he was greeting chamber members and fielding questions about the auction. We are glad for this Excellence in Equity Award that highlights Jon Dosss amazing work.. One of the most beloved holiday traditions returns to the stage in Mount Airy. This years program raised an impressive sum of $40,505 which will be used to get presents for needy children in the area. DATs database includes loads and freight data on more than 68,000, making their load boards for box trucks a valuable tool for just about everyone in the trucking industry. The men's rink, including Grant Hardie, Bobby Lammie and Hammy McMillan Jnr, retained their title with Sophie Jackson helping the women win bronze Reeves is a big fan of the campaign. As the three writers combine their ideas, the familiar characters appearBob Cratchit (Jake Pack), Jacob Marley (Brian Greene), the Ghosts of Christmas Past (Jessica Wood) Present (Chris Powell) and Future (Bill Colvard), along with younger versions of Scrooge himself (Jecht Frost and Rowan Bunton). Donations of toys this year started out slowly but have since picked since, she said, but are still running behind the need. This is the third year Ive done it in Mount Airy, said Emma Suzanne Lewis Brown, the owner of Cousin Emmas Bed and Breakfast at 501 S. Main St. in the vicinity of Wallys Service Station. They were also featured regularly on Channel MNNs Childrens Series and their production of Nutcracker was highlighted on NYCTV. We will update you on new newsroom updates. Tickets for the event went on sale Dec. 1 and seating will be limited. The speed at which such an array of products has flooded the market would sound alarm bells in other categories. A near-capacity crowd was on hand for the occasion in the council chamber of the Municipal Building, including relatives, friends and other supporters of the incoming crew along with those of city officials serving at their last meeting. A Mount Airy man is incarcerated under a $10,000 secured bond on charges of possessing controlled substances on jail premises, a felony, and second-degree trespassing, according to city police reports. This will help ensure adequate supplies for surgical and other procedures. The wood-frame structure near St. Andrew Lutheran Church was a great candidate for the exercise, due to being well-built not in a rundown condition as are others targeted for intentional burns. Get All The Features For Free. Last winter, Surry Medical Ministries hours were expanded from a two-days-per-week schedule to four days, in response to its caseload more than doubling after COVID-19 struck. Others sworn in were Jon Cawley, a longtime North Ward commissioner who was elected mayor on Nov. 8; Chad Hutchens, who won a race to fill Cawleys position on the board; and Deborah Cochran, a former mayor and at-large commissioner who again was chosen by voters to occupy that seat. The growth of vaping has been accelerating in recent years. While they normally try to prevent such blazes, it was the direct opposite with the controlled burn in late November which targeted an outlying structure on the grounds of the church at 1401 Fancy Gap Road. Phone orders can be placed by calling 336-401-2875. Thats a great morning where we can show love and really fellowship together in doing something good for each other.. This paid staff member is mobile as well and while stationed at one house will go to the others in the district to help with cleaning, training, inspections, and ISO work. To register for the course, go to bit.ly/EMTJan2023. Hello, and welcome to Protocol Entertainment, your guide to the business of the gaming and media industries. While that might not have been too challenging under normal circumstances, Vaden said her group was prevented from doing much in the way of public soliciting and education for the plates because of COVID-19 and the associated shut-downs and limits on public activities. In a sworn statement, Hill said the poll worker pointed out to her that Sharon Gates-Hodges had passed away. Northern Regional Hospital will provide clinical instruction and supervision for students during rotations, provide opportunities for internships and other professional development activities, and contribute to funding the liaison position after the grant period ends. We are a small staff and a working board, so we wanted to do it well, Hiatt said. That item earlier was listed as one possible use, among others, for Mount Airys $3.2 million share of federal COVID-relief allocations through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). They found there was paperwork that needed to be settled. Advance registration is required. Reeves reminded that the efforts would continue as the Give a Kid a Christmas Foundation has hundreds of food boxes to pack. County elections director Michella Huff was asked at the time what the implications were with the general election in sight and said Gates-Hodges name would still appear as voting had begun. Sharon Gates-Hodges passed away just days before the general election in which she and Jonczak were seeking one of two Dobson commissioners seats. Any individal or group that would like to march in the holiday parade, organizers ask someone from the group to register on the parade website: https://pilotmtnrescue.org/parade. Dino Dennis Green Jr., 35, listed as homeless, was encountered by officers Thursday morning at the Mount Airy Post Office, from which he had been banned last January, resulting in the trespassing charge. Holding out no longer, Arizona certified the results of the November election Monday after a handful of counties delayed their certifications. Swatting calls are considered a crime and in North Carolina are punishable under criminal statutes 14-111.4 (Misuse of 911 system) or 14-225 (False reports to law enforcement agencies or officers). In 2015 the county Management Information Service entered the contract that was for server and network equipment. He described to the county commissioners in early 2022 three proposals for adding paid firefighter coverage to augment the volunteer fire stations. 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