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Inside of NC’s only prison-run optical plant where 800+ glasses are made daily
NASHVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — Inside of Nash Correctional Institution, there’s a chance for inmates to see clearly. The only prison-run optical plant in the state runs out of the facility, making nearly 1,000 pairs of glasses every single day for people who rely on them. “That gives you...
Local Meals on Wheels volunteer appreciation gathering rouses crowd upon return
A local Meals on Wheels Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon included enthusiastic applause for a 94-year-old former longtime staffer who came as a special guest. And before the celebration was over, there was a standing ovation for a current staffer who received the program’s award of excellence honor. Meals on Wheels is a nutritional program for senior citizens who are homebound and unable to cook. The local Meals on Wheels was founded in 1978 and served 44,225 meals in 2023. ...
Fire causes extensive damage to Henrico home
HENRICO, Va. (WWBT) - Firefighters in Henrico worked through the night battling a house fire in the county’s west end. On Monday night, crews were called to West Circle Drive just after 10 for a reported house fire. Fire officials say a man and woman were inside at the...
Donors needed to protect Red Cross blood supply
As World Blood Donor Day approaches on June 14, the American Red Cross stresses that blood and platelet donors are critically needed right now to combat a drastic shortfall in donations over the last several weeks. Donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with type O blood and donors giving platelets. Upcoming blood donation opportunities are scheduled for […] The post Donors needed to protect Red Cross blood supply first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Dedication celebrates food pantry’s new on site building
Representatives of Loaves & Fishes Ministries, Warren County Community Foundation and Lakeside Lutheran Church gathered at the Warrenton food pantry on May 30 to celebrate the dedication of a new building that will provide additional storage space. The building will provide shelter for a forklift, pallet jack and other equipment.
Juneteenth Festival Celebration is planned
The Warren County Emancipation Proclamation will host a Juneteenth Festival Celebration on Saturday, June 15, from 1 until 5 p.m. on the Warren County Courthouse grounds located at 109 S. Main St., Warrenton. There will be live music, food trucks, vendors, special words of welcome and inspiration from Rodney Pierce,...
Vance County man arrested in connection with fatal overdose
HENDERSON, N.C. (WNCN) — A Vance County man was arrested on Saturday in connection with a deadly drug overdose, according to the sheriff’s office. On Saturday, units of the Vance County Sheriff’s Office Uniform Patrol Division served an arrest warrant for Parrish N. Jefferson, 33, of Henderson.
Six Hampton Roads high schools clinch state titles: here's the roundup from championship Saturday
HENRICO, Va. — Out of the seven Hampton Roads teams vying for state titles on Saturday, six brought home the hardware as local high schools well represented the 757 in the VHSL state tournament from Henrico. Class 5 girls soccer saw a beach district showdown between Kellam and First...
Clothing giveaway is planned for Friday
Warren Ministries United will hold a Clothing Giveaway to benefit those in need on Friday, June 7, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of Mag’s Marketplace (former Just Save), located at 307 E. Macon St., Warrenton. Clothing for men, women and children will be available free of charge.
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