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PHOTOS: 3rd Annual Dinner Off Main
The third annual Dinner Off Main ushered in the Labor Day weekend with food, music, and fellowship — all for a great cause.
The third annual Dinner Off Main ushered in the Labor Day weekend with food, music, and fellowship — all for a great cause.
Patricia Jones Crosson, a Warren County native and owner of BriCie Events, introduced the idea of Dinner Off Main as a way to thank her supporters for donating to the Virginia Levister scholarship. The scholarship was named in honor of a former guidance counselor at John Graham High who encouraged and financially supported Crosson when she was a student and credits her for the trajectory of her life.
This year’s recipients of the Virginia Levister scholarship were: MacKenzie Stallings (UNC-Wilmington); Clariza Ramirez (UNC-Chapel Hill); and Gabriela Vela-Leos (East Carolina University), all which received $450 to use towards their studies.
Not only did the name of the scholarship hold meaning for Crosson, but also the location: South Bragg Street. Crosson’s father, Frank Jones was a fireman for the Plummer Hook and Ladder Fire Department. As a child, she attended Warrenton Baptist Church and when she returned to Warren County to work, she lived in the house next door to the church.
If you missed this year’s Dinner Off Main or want to relive the moment, peep the photos below:
Thank you, Patricia Jones Crosson for creating a unique dining experience while assisting college-bound students in Warren County!
To learn more about Patricia Jones Crosson and her inspiration behind Dinner Off Main, watch the video below:
Government
Warren County Heroic Hands Nominations
Warren County is asking for your input as we choose a county employee to nominate for this recognition.
The North Carolina Association of County Commissioners, under the Direction of President and Warren County Commissioner Tare “T” Davis, has launched an initiative called “Heroic Hands” to recognize one government employee from each county in North Carolina who goes above and beyond in serving their county.
Warren County is asking for your input as we choose a county employee to nominate for this recognition. Nominations will be accepted until 5:00 pm. on June 24, 2025. The nomination form is available at Warren County Government Employee Heroic Hands Nomination Form.
If you have any questions, please contact Paula Pulley at paulapulley@warrencountync.gov or by phone at 252-257-3115.
Local
Warren County Partners Unveil Vending Machine Containing Opioid Overdose Reversal Kits
The newspaper box-style vending machine at the library is stocked with free risk reduction supplies for public use.
The Warren County Health Department, Warren County Memorial Library, and several local partners came together on May 29 to unveil a new public health initiative aimed at saving lives and promoting safety in the community.
The newspaper box-style vending machine at the library is stocked with FREE risk reduction supplies for public use, which include Naloxone (Narcan) – an opioid overdose reversal medication, Fentanyl/Xylazine testing strips, and medication lockboxes.
Watch this video to learn more about this countywide initiative to combat the opioid crisis.
Local
PHOTOS: Celebrating Warren County 2025
Several local residents received special recognition at the inaugural event.
Hosted by the Warrenton Church of God, the inaugural Celebrating Warren County festival on Saturday, May 10, embraced an understanding and appreciation of fellowship and community involvement.
Emceed by Pastor Phillip Sharp, attendees gathered on the Courthouse Square, and shopped with local vendors, received helpful info from such resources as the Warren County Health Department and Trillium Health Resources, enjoyed live entertainment, and with a ticket, were given a free meal courtesy of Rachel’s Whistle Stop in Norlina.
Local resident, Alexis Henderson received special recognition as a Notable Citizen and for work as the founder of Sisterly Dreams (watch it here).
Anna Boyd (3rd grade) and Tinisha King (5th grade) were announced as the winners in the Why Do You Love Warren County contest and each received $50.
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