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Green Rural Redevelopment Organization Launches Eva Clayton Rural Food Institute, Will Host Rural Food Forum

Crystal — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 18:48:14 +0000

The Green Rural Redevelopment Organization, with the help of the honorable Eva Clayton, is set to launch the Eva Clayton Rural Food Institute and host the inaugural Rural Food Forum scheduled for Thursday, January 12, at 8:30 a.m. at the Vance-Granville Community College Civic Center.

The Green Rural Redevelopment Organization (GRRO), founded in 2012 with a vision to revitalize rural communities across NC and focus on poverty, food insecurity, and chronic health issues, is excited to launch the new Institute named in honor of board member and the first African-American woman to represent North Carolina in Congress Ms. Eva Clayton.

“I am a Board Member of GRRO and continue to be impressed with its founders Ardis and Henry Crews. I believed in the vision and mission of the Institute and how it could help rural communities across North Carolina,” said former Congresswoman Clayton. “I want to play a significant role in its success. The data in most rural counties in North Carolina clearly show high levels of food insecurity, poor health indicators, weak school systems, and weak economies. Rural North Carolina is home; I care and have a responsibility to help make it a healthy, better educated, more prosperous, and engaging community where I can.

The launch of the Eva Clayton Rural Food Institute will take place during the organization’s inaugural Rural Food Forum on Thursday, January 12.

The forum will convene leaders, community members, rural farmers and a host of influential guests to discuss existing programs, resources and opportunities to address challenges and solutions to create sustainable economic growth in rural communities through the creation and increased utilization of rural farming and equitable food systems.

Congresswoman Eva Clayton

“This is an extraordinary opportunity for our organization and the people in rural North Carolina, said Henry Crews, executive director of GRRO. “Ms. Clayton has dedicated a large part of her life to fighting for rural communities, equitable care, and access to nutritious food, and we can’t think of a better way to tap into that knowledge. The forum is how we share knowledge, resources and bring others to the table to ensure a healthier rural NC together.”

Key speakers include Stacy Dean, Deputy Under Secretary for USDA’s Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services; Debra Farrington, Deputy Secretary/Chief Health Equity Officer NC Department of Health and Human Services; Bob Etheridge, State Executive Director, USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) in NC; Dr. Norbert Wilson, Director of Duke University’s World Food Policy Center; Honorable G.K. Butterfield, Former Congressman First District of North Carolina and a host of other community leaders and advocates.

While the forum is free, registration is required to ensure adequate seating and food accommodations.

See the full forum agenda at: grronc.org/rural-food-forum

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What is the Average Commute in Warren County, NC

Team Warrenist — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 23:36:44 +0000

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See what the average commute is in Warren County, NC

American commutes are getting longer, with a U.S. Census Bureau report released in 2021 revealing the average one-way commute in 2019 reached a record high of 27.6 minutes. Combined with high gas prices, workers’ daily commutes are increasingly time-consuming and expensive—so much so that some are calling for commutes to count as part of the workday.

Even worse are travel times for “super commuters“—that unlucky 10% of Americans traveling more than one hour each way to punch a clock.

Stacker compiled statistics about the average commute in Warren County using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Statistics are calculated based on 2020 5-year estimates. Warren County has a longer commute than five out of six neighboring counties, with Nash County, NC having the shortest commute at 23.5 minutes.

Warren County commuting by the numbers
– Average commute: 27.4 minutes
— 9.8% higher than state average
— #29 worst commute in the state
– Workers with 1+ hour commute: 9.1%
– Workers who drive to work: 93.9%
— Workers who carpool to work: 11.6%
– Workers who take public transport to work: 0.1%
– Workers who work from home: 2.4%
– Left for work between 12 a.m. and 6 a.m.: 15.0%
– Worked outside county of residence: 52.1%

Commutes in neighboring counties
#1. Nash County, NC: 23.5 minutes
#2. Halifax County, NC: 24.6 minutes
#3. Mecklenburg County, VA: 24.7 minutes
#4. Vance County, NC: 24.9 minutes
#5. Northampton County, NC: 26.0 minutes
#6. Warren County, NC: 27.4 minutes
#7. Brunswick County, VA: 32.9 minutes

Counties with the best commute in North Carolina
#1. Swain County: 19.0 minutes
#2. Hyde County: 19.6 minutes
#2. Jackson County: 19.6 minutes

Counties with the worst commute in North Carolina
#1. Gates County: 36.9 minutes
#2. Currituck County: 35.1 minutes
#3. Perquimans County: 34.4 minutes

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Warren County Memorial Library Hosts Oasis Spaces: North Carolina Green Book Project

Team Warrenist — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 14:56:43 +0000

The Warren County Memorial Library will host the “Oasis Spaces: North Carolina Green Book Project, 1933-1966” exhibit through January 31st. The exhibit is made possible through a partnership with the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources as part of the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission.

The exhibit reflects the Heritage Commission’s research about “The Negro Motorist Green Book,” which identified business that in essence served as “oasis spaces” for African American travelers during the time of segregation. The book was both a travel guide and a tool of resistance designed to confront the realities of racial discrimination in the United States and beyond. It listed over 300 North Carolina businesses including restaurants, hotels, tourist homes, nightclubs and beauty salons.

“We are pleased to present this exhibit for the community to explore a part of history that has been overlooked,” said Library Director Christy Bondy.

Oasis Spaces: North Carolina Green Book Project / Submitted photo

The library has several programs planned that accompany the exhibit including film screenings, and a virtual visit with author, Calvin Ramsey.

The Green Book Project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

The Warren County Memorial Library is located at 119 S. Front St., Warrenton, NC.

For more information about the Green Book project, visit www.wcmlibrary.org.

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Warren County Parks and Recreation to Host Holiday Crafts for Kids Program

Team Warrenist — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 19:52:01 +0000

Warren County Parks and Recreation is offering a Holiday Kids Crafts program for ages 5-12. This program will be held at the Warren County Memorial Library on Tuesdays from December 6th to December 20th from 6:00pm to 6:45pm.

This program will provide instruction and all supplies to make 2-3 crafts per week. Registration is being accepted through December 1st.

The fee is $5 per child for the three-week session. Limited space is available.

Registration can be completed:
Online at warrencountync.com/345/Parks-Recreation
Monday through Friday 8:30am-5pm at the Parks and Recreation Office 113 Wilcox Street, Warrenton, NC 27589

For more information or register, please visit the county website or call the office at 252-257-2272.

Parks and Recreation encourages volunteers for this and other programs.

Please submit volunteer application and background check online at www.warrencountync.com/345/Parks-Recreation.

Image Credit: yellowsarah

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PHOTOS: Warren County Farmers Market Holiday Event (November 5, 2022)

Crystal — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 23:47:23 +0000

It was a breezy fall morning last Saturday (11/5) where hundreds gathered in the health department parking lot for the Warren County Farmers Market Holiday Event.

Organized by the Warren Growers Association, over 20 farmers and artisans lined the parameter of the lot selling everything from fresh produce and desserts to artwork and custom designed products.

Here are a few of our favorite photos!

WARREN COUNTY FARMERS MARKET HOLIDAY EVENT
[See image gallery at warrenist.com]

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Charla Duncan Recognized as Trailblazer in “Business NC”

Crystal — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 22:51:47 +0000

Warren County Community and Economic Development Director, Charla Duncan was recently named a Trailblazer in the October edition of Business North Carolina Magazine.

In a feature piece titled, Trailblazers: 20 young leaders focused on improving the state’s smaller cities, this acknowledgement focuses on identifying and recognizing thriving business owners and professionals under the age of 40 who work in NC cities and towns that have fewer than 100,000 residents.

Business North Carolina received nominations through July 15, 2022 for leaders who were under the age of 40 as of June 30, 2022. Nominations included short statements supporting these influential business leaders, citing key accomplishments in the last two years and basic biographical information including age, title, hometown, and number of years spent in their current community.

In her profile, Duncan (36) revealed what she believes what makes the Warren County community so special:

Warren County is a bold community dedicated to building a bright future for all who live here. We are fearless and undaunted by hard work. We are a community of creative, innovative and entrepreneurial spirits.

She also named Harry Mills, Granville County Economic Development Director as a mentor and friend who has served as “a big inspiration and help” for her.

Warren County Manager Vincent Jones, Commissioner Walter Powell, Economic Develop Charla Duncan, Secretary of Agriculture Thomas J. Vilsack, Haliwa-Saponi Chief Brucie Ogletree Richardson, Senior Advisor to President Biden Mitch Landrieu, and Reginald Speight, USDA NC Rural Development / Credit: Warren County Government

“On behalf of the County, I would like to congratulate Ms. Duncan on this well-deserved recognition,” said County Manager Vincent Jones. “We are looking forward to her continuing to help us move forward into a bright future ahead for Warren County.”

To read Charla Duncan’s full profile, you can find it here: Trailblazers: 20 young leaders focused on improving the state’s smaller cities – Business North Carolina
(businessnc.com)

Photo Credit: Submitted photo

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AccessOn Networks Awarded USDA ReConnect Grant to Bring High-Speed Internet to Rural Areas of Warren and Halifax Counties

Team Warrenist — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 20:15:32 +0000

AccessOn Networks announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded the company a $17.5 million dollar grant which will allow the Holly Springs-based company to bring high-speed internet access to more than 2,500 addresses, 100 businesses, 76 farms and 22 educational facilities in rural Warren and Halifax counties.

“People living in rural towns across the nation need high-speed internet to run their businesses, go to school and connect with their loved ones,” commented USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack. “USDA partners with small towns, local utilities and cooperatives, and private companies to increase access to high-speed internet so people in rural America have the opportunity to build brighter futures. Under the leadership of President Biden and Vice President Harris, USDA is committed to making sure that people, no matter where they live, have access to high-speed internet.”

Warren County Manager Vincent Jones, Commissioner Walter Powell, Community & Economic Development Director Charla Duncan, Secretary of Agriculture Thomas J. Vilsack, Haliwa-Saponi Chief Brucie Ogletree Richardson, Senior Advisor to President Biden Mitch Landrieu / Photo Credit: Warren County Government

“AccessOn Networks is thankful for the opportunity to receive this funding from the USDA,” said Steve Ledford, AccessOn Networks CEO. “This grant will allow us to help residents and businesses in Warren and Halifax counties that desperately need access to reliable high-speed internet. We would like to thank the Biden-Harris Administration, the USDA, Governor Cooper and NCDIT, Congressman Butterfield, Congresswoman Ross, the Haliwa-Saponi Tribe, Warren County Manager Vincent Jones and Halifax County Manager Dia Denton, county commissioners from both counties, and all of the residents, business owners and community leaders who supported this application. Their support was vital in helping us win this grant funding.”

Governor Roy Cooper / Photo Credit: Warren County Governor

There is no timeline for when this initiative will begin.

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The Ultimate Guide to Halloween Events in Warren County, NC

Team Warrenist — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 02:13:58 +0000

Dress up in your favorite costume and hit these sweet spots all around Warren County for some Halloween treats, entertainment and fun for all ages!

Psst…we’ll update the list as we discover more trick or treating opportunities!

OCTOBER 28
Fall Festival @ Macon Rural Fire Dept

2nd Annual Haunted House Hay Ride @ Roanoke Wildwood Volunteer Fire Dept.

The Pointe’s Halloween Party

OCTOBER 29

Littleton Fall Market

Frankenweenie @ Lakeland Cultural Arts Center

Haliwa Saponi Fall Social and Bazaar

Halloween Celebration @ Lake Gaston Coffee

Trick or Treat Halloween Celebration with Lake Gaston Chamber

Trunk or Treat @ Warren County Recreation Complex

Mill Hill Meltdown 2022

Trunk or Treat @ Rendi’s

2nd Annual Haunted House Hay Ride @ Roanoke Wildwood Volunteer Fire Dept.

Boos and Brews @ Bragging Rooster

Halloween Boo Bash @ The Deck

OCTOBER 30

Trunk or Treat @ Perfecting Praise

Halloween Day Party @ Time Out Sports Bar

OCTOBER 31

Pumpkin Patch @ Warren County Memorial Library

Halloween @ Buddy Isles

Trick or Treat @ King’s Fitness

Drive Thru Trick or Treat @ The Landings of Lake Gaston

Harvest Festival

Downtown Warrenton Trick or Treat Time

Halloween @ Norlina Fire Dept.

Drive-thru Trick or Treat in Downtown Littleton

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WATCH: Taylor Whitehead Returns to Warren County

Team Warrenist — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:02:39 +0000

Longtime Warren County High School Band Director Taylor Whitehead returns to Warren County’s 40th Anniversary Homecoming with the Virginia State University “Trojan Explosion.”

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The Ultimate Guide to WCHS Homecoming Weekend!

Team Warrenist — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:01:33 +0000

If you’re in the Warren County area this weekend, and notice an influx of individuals donning maroon, shouting, “EAGLE PRIDE,” don’t be alarmed! It’s Homecoming weekend, and this year, it’s the 40th anniversary of Warren County High School.

So, alumni from 1982 to current-day, hundreds could be partying all weekend long!

WCHS Homecoming Parade
Begins at Warren Plains Road and ends at Hyco Street
4:30pm

WCHS Alumni Meet and Greet
Warren County Courthouse Square
5-8pm
Meet and greet, Class of 82 recognition, Eagle Hall of Fame induction, food trucks (Soulbachi, Simes & Sims, King’s Kitchen, Moot’s Mobile), alumni vendors, live music, and more!

All Class Reunion
The Deck Entertainment Complex
5pm
Hosted by the Class of 2002, alumni from all 40 classes at WCHS are invited to attend. Drink specials. $10

Main Street Bar Crawl
Time Out Sports Bar, Bragging Rooster, Locorum Distillery, Sir Archie’s Cigar Bar
8pm- until
Go from bar to bar enjoying what downtown Warrenton has to offer! Side note: Be sure to try the Eagle Rum at Locorum.

WCHS Homecoming Eagles Party
Time Out Sports Bar
8pm- 1am
Time Out Sports Bar is taking it a step further with Eagles-inspired drink specials!

WCHS Tailgating Party
Warren County High School parking lot
9:30am-1pm
It’s a pregame celebration. Join Eagles fans and shop with vendors and grab a meal from Lawrence & Perry Que, Time Out food truck, and others!

WCHS Homecoming Game
Warren County High School
2pm
Cheer on the WCHS Eagles football team!

WCHS Homecoming Alumni Dance
Warren County High School
8pm
Two amazing DJs (DJ MIC DUB and DJ Paul of Fame). One epic night!

WCHS Homecoming Alumni Outdoor Worship Service
Perfecting Praise Ministries
10:45am
Join Bishop J. Terrell Alston for an uplifting message and music by the WCHS Alumni Choir and DJ MIC DUB.

Be safe. Drink responsibly. Have fun!

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