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Granville native named chancellor at Elizabeth City State University
University of North Carolina System President Peter Hans has appointed longtime educator and Granville County native Dr. Catherine Edmonds as interim chancellor at Elizabeth City State University. She will succeed Chancellor Karrie Dixon, who has led ECSU since 2018 and was elected this week the next chancellor of North Carolina Central University, according to a press release. Edmonds began her […] The post Granville native named chancellor at Elizabeth City State University first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Five juveniles taken into custody
Butner Public Safety made numerous arrests and finds a significant number of firearms after carrying out a search warrant on a house and vehicle on West C Street, according to a press release from BPS. Butner Public Safety located a vehicle on June 5 that had been used to break into multiple vehicles at a business in Butner. The vehicle […] The post Five juveniles taken into custody first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Where moral panic goes, poor outcomes follow
On May 26, and into the early hours of May 27, in a foreshadowing of things to come, Libertarian National Convention delegates took seven rounds of voting to nominate Chase Oliver (who beat “None of the Above” after eliminating all other opponents) for president and two ballots to nominate Mike ter Maat for vice president. Three days later, Libertarian National […] The post Where moral panic goes, poor outcomes follow first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Book Bus on its way
Be on the lookout for the Granville County Public Schools Book Bus because it is on its way to your community this summer. The Book Bus will be giving out books and snacks to all children ages 0 to 18. The Book Bus will make its first stop of the year in southern Granville County from 10:30 a.m. until 12:15 […] The post Book Bus on its way first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Who was arrested
Butner Public Safety May 17, PSO J. R. Vaughan served a criminal summons on Kevin Matthew Pickett, 45, of Creedmoor, for second degree trespassing. Pickett was issued a court date and ordered to appear in court. May 17, PSO J. R. Vaughan arrested James Samuel Strater Jr, 54, of Oxford, for an outstanding failure to appear. Strater was […] The post Who was arrested first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Pet Adoption event slated for Saturday
The Creedmoor Tractor Supply is inviting customers to attend a Pet Adoption Event June 8 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. “As an active advocate and supporter of pet rescue and adoption, Tractor Supply strives to inform our customers of the pet adoption process by providing a safe and comfortable space for placing adorable animals in welcoming homes,” said Gloria Stoudemire, manager […] The post Pet Adoption event slated for Saturday first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Creedmoor splits vote on tax rate
The Creedmoor Board of Commissioners faced a daunting task at its regular Tuesday night meeting with the vote on the proposed tax rate on the agenda. The board voted 3-2 to adopt a tax rate of 42 cents per $100 valuation, along with the rate and fee schedule, after three citizens spoke during the public hearing. The city will also […] The post Creedmoor splits vote on tax rate first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
David Richard Crews
David Richard Crews, a lifelong resident of Granville County, passed away Thursday May 30, 2024 at his home. He was born April 21, 1947 to the late David Reid Crews and Virginia Frances Bullock Crews. He was a member of Bullock United Methodist Church. Richard was a retired farmer and heavy equipment operator. He was an avid outdoorsman with a […] The post David Richard Crews first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Israel, Russia and international law
International law ― the recognized rules of behavior among nations based on customary practices and treaties, among them the United Nations Charter and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights ― has been agreed upon by large and small nations alike. To implement this law, the nations of the world have established a UN Security Council (to maintain international peace and […] The post Israel, Russia and international law first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Independence Day celebration slated for July 3
An Independence Day celebration will be held July 3 at Lake Holt, Butner. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 9 p.m. Creedmoor city officials note: • No Tailgating: Food trucks will be on site. Alcohol will not be allowed.• Be Prepared: Bring a lawn chair, blanket and bug spray.• Due to the loud nature of the […] The post Independence Day celebration slated for July 3 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Trump and Daniels: More levels and devils to come
What are some things we have learned from the Stormy Daniels saga involving former President Trump? Sin will take you farther than you want to go. Keep you longer than you want to stay. Make you pay more than you want to pay. You can’t win at the game of sin. Some people will forgive you. Some people will never […] The post Trump and Daniels: More levels and devils to come first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Finding my peace on the pavement
Marathon runners are a unique people. It takes a certain amount of discipline and a lot of determination to complete a full 26.2 mile marathon. Kechia Brustmeyer-Brown will be the first to tell you she is not an elite marathon runner, but the Creedmoor resident has the fire and determination to compete with some of the best runners in […] The post Finding my peace on the pavement first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
UNC’s retreat on DEI is emblematic of a simple truth the right refuses to see
There was a time in American history, after the Revolution and prior to the Civil War, in which many white Americans — North and South — said it was unnecessary to affirmatively combat slavery or seek to restrict it because it was an obsolete institution that would eventually wither and die on its own. Thankfully, this was not a view […] The post UNC’s retreat on DEI is emblematic of a simple truth the right refuses to see first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
DOI head urges storm readiness as hurricane season starts
As hurricane season starts this Saturday, June 1, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey urges North Carolinians to prepare now for what forecasters are predicting to be an “extremely active” season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts an 85% chance of an above-normal hurricane season in 2024 with a range of 17 to 25 total named storms. Of those, eight […] The post DOI head urges storm readiness as hurricane season starts first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Biden can one-up Trump and Kennedy with pardon pen
While panhandling for votes at the Libertarian National Convention over Memorial Day weekend, two non-Libertarian presidential candidates — Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — promised to free political prisoner Ross Ulbricht if elected. That promise is a big deal to Libertarians. Ulbricht, 40, is about a decade into his two life sentences, without the possibility of parole, for […] The post Biden can one-up Trump and Kennedy with pardon pen first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Butner Public Safety incident reports
May 17, PSO J. R. Vaughan arrested James Samuel Strater Jr, 54, of Oxford, for an outstanding failure to appear. Mr. Strater was issued a secured bond of $2,000 by Magistrate H. G. Herring Jr. and was placed in the Granville County Detention Center. May 19, fraud was reported on Highway 56. The suspect returned merchandise that was missing from […] The post Butner Public Safety incident reports first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Mercy’s Well at Community Methodist Church June 15
There will be a free concert at Community Methodist Church June 15. The concert, featuring the group Mercy’s Well, is scheduled for 6 p.m. Community Methodist Church is located at 405 West E Street, Butner. A love offering for the group will be collected. Mercy’s Well have been coming to Community Methodist Church for many years giving a wonderful performance […] The post Mercy’s Well at Community Methodist Church June 15 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Pomp and common sense: Commencement speakers’ sage advice
It’s graduation season, and in school after school, you hear “Pomp and Circumstance” being played. Most of us can’t remember who delivered our commencement address, much less anything said, but you and I might benefit from some current commencement messages. Comedian Jerry Seinfeld spoke at the Duke commencement. He shared his “three real keys to life.” They are: “Bust your […] The post Pomp and common sense: Commencement speakers’ sage advice first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
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