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.

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The NC Rural Center has opened the application period for its Rural Economic Development Institute (REDI), the organization’s 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.

“Rural communities need strong leadership to thrive,” said Olaunda Green, director of leadership training at the Rural Center. “We’re 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.”

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 Carolina’s 100 counties and includes graduates from the Rural Center’s other leadership training program, Homegrown Leaders. Many of the Center’s 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.

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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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It’s Election Day!

Have you voted yet?

If not, we have you covered!

Here’s some links and additional info to help you out as you cast your vote!

WHERE DO I GO TO VOTE?
Find your polling place here: https://vt.ncsbe.gov/pplkup

WHO’S RUNNING FOR OFFICE?
Check out a sample ballot here: https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup

I WENT TO VOTE AND I HAD AN ISSUE. WHO DO I CONTACT?
Call Warren County Board of Elections at (252) 257-2114 or report any problems and concerns to: 866-OUR-VOTE / 866-687-8683 | Spanish: 888-VE-Y-VOTA /888-839-8682

WHEN DOES THE POLLING PLACES CLOSE?
Polling places close at 7:30pm.

DID THE CANDIDATE I VOTE FOR WIN?
Find election results tonight here: Warren County | North Carolina

WHEN DO THE ELECTION ADS STOP?
Soon. Very soon.

One more thing: You are allowed to have your phone with you, but it cannot be used to take photos or videos. It’s illegal. [SOURCE]

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Warren County Government is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) from local non-profit and faith-based organizations to provide local community support services for those residents in need of temporary or emergency assistance due to housing instability or homelessness.

Since there is not currently a permanent facility in the county offering sheltering services and other supports, this Housing Instability Small Grants Pilot Program will allow local organizations to provide some basic services to help those that are in need. Warren County grant funds through Eastpointe LME/MCO will be used to offer some additional support services to combat housing instability or homelessness.

The following entities may submit a proposal for consideration:
Well-established community & faith-based organizations defined as being in operation for a minimum of three (3) years and qualifying for exemption under Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6) of the IRS code.
Partnerships with local churches, non-profits or other community-based organizations are encouraged. Such collaborations shall be given high priority for funding.

The timeline for the Request for Proposals is as follows:
October 24, 2022: Opening date to receive requests
October 31, 2022: Deadline to submit questions
November 18, 2022: Deadline to submit proposals by 5:00 pm
November 28, 2022: Funds awarded for approved requests

The RFP packet will be released on October 24th and can be retrieved online at www.warrencountync.com or picked up from the Warren County Government Administrative Office located at 602 W. Ridgeway Street, Warrenton, NC 27589. Clarification questions may be submitted via email to PaulaPulley@warrencountync.gov.

For more information, contact Vincent Jones, County Manager at (252) 257-3115, or Public Health Director Dr. Margaret Brake at 252-257-1185.

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Paula Pulley, of Warren County, was presented the Outstanding City or County Clerk Award by Warren County Commissioner Tare Davis at the Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments Annual Banquet and Awards Ceremony on Sept. 22nd.

Pulley’s wealth of knowledge earned from 23 years of working in town and county government is truly an asset to the commissioners, staff and residents of Warren County.

She capably assisted the Board with navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and her efforts during this difficult led to a wider constituent base reach.

Pulley is innovative, dedicated, and always willing to help, making her incredibly deserving of this award.

Congratulations!

Source: Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments

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Photo Credit: Crystal Myrick/The Warrenist

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan visited Warren County, North Carolina (Birthplace of the Environmental Justice Movement) on Saturday, September 24 to announce the Biden-Harris administration will be establishing the Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights.

The new initiative will oversee a $3 billion grant and employ over 200 staff members.

The program featured Warren County activists, Dollie Burwell and Rev. Bill Kearney and other notable guests such as Congressman G.K. Butterfield, Dr. Ben Chavis, Rev. William Barber, and more.

The question remains, how will Warren County benefit from this new office?

Video: Crystal Myrick/The Warrenist (Subscribe)

Office of Environment Justice and External Civil Rights | EPA Announcement | Warren County, NC

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EPA Administrator Michael Regan Remarks Following Environmental Justice Office Announcement

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On Saturday, September 24, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan will travel to Warren County, North Carolina to deliver remarks on EPA’s environmental justice and civil rights priorities and the progress achieved since the first protest and march that launched the movement 40 years ago this week.

Administrator Regan will make a significant announcement on President Biden’s commitment to elevate environmental justice and civil rights enforcement at EPA and across the federal government and ensure the work to support our most vulnerable communities continues for years to come.

Administrator Regan will be joined by significant figures from the civil rights and environmental justice movements, including participants from the original Warren County protests for the event.

The announcement will be live-streamed on epa.org/live at 1pm ET or can be viewed below:

Image Credit: EPA, Environmental Protection Agency

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Warren County Emergency Management has been named one of only twenty-four emergency management teams to receive funding from the North Carolina Department of Public Safety’s Capacity Building Competitive Grants program for emergency management agencies. The county will receive $383,500 toward improvements at the John Graham Gym, which will become the county’s central emergency shelter.

The funds from this grant will assist in the renovation of the John Graham gym in order to provide shelter during emergency events, such as hurricanes, ice storms, and any disasters where citizens are displaced.

“I would like to thank the NC DPS for providing these funds,” commented County Manager Vincent Jones. “I’d also like to commend Chief Bartholomew and our Emergency Manager, Captain Chris Tucker, for their diligence in identifying a need and pursuing a solution that will allow us to increase our ability to recover from disasters we may face.”

Jones stated that these funds will provide an emergency shelter that has all the required amenities to properly provide temporary shelter to Warren County residents in a time of need.

“This project will be a game-changer for our citizens that may become displaced during a disaster. This shelter project will be one of only a few in North Carolina,” stated Emergency Manager Chris Tucker.

Tucker also thanked Karen Solomon, Emergency services Senior Administrative Assistant, for her team work with this project.

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