Government
Warren County to Distribute N95 Masks π·
Warren County local government agencies will distribute N95 masks to the public beginning this week.
Warren County local government agencies will distribute N95 masks to the public beginning this week.
County agencies received a limited supply of N95 masks from the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
Distribution locations will be at the:
– Warren County Health Department located at 544 W. Ridgeway St., Warrenton
– Warren County Department of Social Services located at 307 N Main St, Warrenton
– Warren County Emergency Services, located at 890 US Hwy 158 Bypass, Warrenton
Masks will be distributed two at a time and on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Due to the rapid spread of the Omicron variant, NC DHHS updated its guidance and is recommending that individuals βget vaccinated, and boosted when they are eligible, wear a mask, and use social distancing in public places.β
John Hargrove (r) receiving masks from Warren County Health Department staff, Cindy Williams. // π· Warren County government (submitted photo)
The department further recommends wearing βa well-fitting, high-quality mask with multiple layers: a surgical or procedure mask, a KN95, or an N95.β
The following is general guidance around populations who should not wear an N95 respirator or should be cautious about N95 respirator use:
– Babies and toddlers under age 2 should never wear cloth face coverings. Children ages 2-4 are encouraged to wear a face covering with adult supervision.
– Anyone with a disability that makes it hard for them to wear or remove a face covering.
– Anyone who is deaf and moves their face and mouth to communicate.
– Anyone who has been advised by a medical professional to not wear a face covering or respirator because of personal health issues.
– Anyone who has trouble breathing, is unconscious, or unable to remove the face covering without help.
For more information, contact the Warren County Health Department at 252-257-1185, Warren County Department of Social Services at 252-257-5000, or Warren County Emergency Management at 252-257-1191.
Government
Warren County to Hold Community Input Event for Future Community Center
The goal of this event is to seek input on what Warren County residents would like to see in a future community center.
Warren County will hold a public engagement event on Friday, September 13th, from 6-8 pm on the Warren County Courthouse Square in downtown Warrenton. The goal of this event is to seek input on what residents would like to see in a future community center. This floating event will take place during the 2024 Warren County High School homecoming meet-and-greet.
In 2023, Warren County purchased forty acres on US Hwy 158 Business between Warrenton and Norlina as the future site of a community center and civic complex. The county recently launched its feasibility and initial design work on the project.
For more information about this event, please contact Warren County administration office at 252-257-3115 or email Charla Duncan at charladuncan@warrencountync.gov.
Government
Applications Open for NC Rural Centerβs Rural Economic Development Institute
The NC Rural Center has opened the application period for its Rural Economic Development Institute (REDI), the organizationβs flagship leadership development program. Current and emerging leaders across the state are invited to apply.
The NC Rural Center has opened the application period for its Rural Economic Development Institute (REDI), the organizationβs flagship leadership development program. Current and emerging leaders across the state are invited to apply.
Since its founding in 1990, the three-month intensive training program has helped nearly 1,200 people develop skills and increase their knowledge of economic and community development strategies, equipping them with the tools they need to tackle challenges in their rural communities.
βRural communities need strong leadership to thrive,β said Olaunda Green, director of leadership training at the Rural Center. βWeβre proud to provide training opportunities that not only equip established leaders but also emerging leaders who will greatly impact the future of rural North Carolina.β
Each year REDI welcomes local, state, and federal government staff, nonprofit and faith-based leaders, business owners, elected officials, economic development professionals, and other community-minded people for nine days of intensive rural community economic development training. Graduates of REDI join an extensive alumni network that spans all of North Carolinaβs 100 counties and includes graduates from the Rural Centerβs other leadership training program, Homegrown Leaders. Many of the Centerβs leadership alumni are active in state and local government, and in philanthropic, nonprofit, and small-business sectors, as well as in faith and community-based organizations.
Applications will be available on the REDI webpage and accepted through September 15.
Government
Congressman Don Davis Scheduled to Appear in Warren County
Congressman Don Davis is scheduled to appear in Warren County on Friday, August 16th.
Congressman Don Davis is scheduled to appear for a Meet and Greet in Warren County on Friday, August 16th.
Those who are interested in attending the Meet and Greet must register (LINK).
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