Ceremony Planned for Phase 1 Renovations at Magnolia Ernest Recreation Park

Phase one renovations of the Magnolia Ernest Recreation Park in the Soul City community are complete and to celebrate, Warren County is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, July 1st at 10am. ✂️

In 2020, Warren County received a grant award from North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund to assist with renovations at Magnolia Ernest Recreation Park.

Phase one included renovations to the basketball and tennis courts, upgrades to the pump house electrical, and adding an additional paved walking area.

The day’s festivities will include free activities following the ribbon cutting until 11:30 am such as:

Tie-dye T-shirts: participants can make their own (while supplies last)

Tennis courts: racquets and balls available to use, as well as door prizes

Basketball court: basketballs available, as well as youth shooting station for prizes

Free ice-cream (while supplies last)

The Magnolia Ernest Recreation Park is located at 252 Duke Dr., Norlina, NC.

Phase two renovations will include picnic shelter and bathhouse renovations.

📷: Renovated tennis and basketball courts at Magnolia Ernest Recreation Park / provided by Warren County NC Government

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