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Newell addresses coronavirus precautions
Roxboro Mayor Merilyn Newell has issued a statement to city residents explaining what steps people should take to help avoid the spread of the coronavirus, which causes the disease … more
The Christian Help Center is not currently collecting clothes, but the human services non-profit is still seeking donations of food.
Christian Help Center sees increase in donations
A week after leaders said it could be shuttered due to low donations, the Christian Help Center in Uptown Roxboro is operating comfortably again. The center’s Director of Operations, Melissa … more
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Lt. Chris Dickerson's yellow brick commemorating his completion of the Yellow Brick Road is displayed in his office among other recognitions.
Dickerson graduates from FBI National Academy
Ten weeks after he began, Roxboro Police Lt. Chris Dickerson has graduated from the FBI National Academy - yellow brick in hand. Dickerson, a 14-year veteran of the Roxboro Police Department … more
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A tree has grown aroung a gravestone in the J.A. Long plot at Burchwood Cemetery. The tree could be cut down, but it would take an act of Roxboro City Council.
Cemetery may get city attention
City officials are considering a budget item to construct a new storage building and address driveway concerns at the city-owned Burchwood Cemetery. City Manager Brooks Lockhart said the items … more
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Be of good cheer, even in difficult times
It can sound trite to say to someone who is struggling, “Hey, stop struggling” or to someone who is depressed, “Hey, stop being depressed” or someone who is caught in worry, “Hey, stop … more
Church News 03-28-20
Quinn Chapel AME Church Quinn Chapel AME Church has suspended all services for the remainder of March. Hebron United Methodist Church Hebron United Methodist Church has announced that its … more
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McMann takes her final tour
Margaret McMann leaves a lasting legacy on Person County. After 18 years as executive director of the Person County Tourism Development Authority, McMann is calling it a career at the end of … more
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Golden Leaf launches recovery loan program
The Golden Leaf Foundation announced this week that it will set aside $15 million in funding to launch a rapid recovery loan program in response to economic losses related to the coronavirus. Golden … more
Crime Reports 03-28-20
The following reports were released Thursday. Roxboro Police Department Monday, March 23 10:24 a.m. – Karesa Ann Newman, 30, of 210 Kerr Drive, Roxboro, was charged with misdemeanor … more
The latest Agenda 03-28-20
The Person County Habitat for Humanity Yard Sale, held at 110 Carver Drive, Roxboro, will be closed through the end of March. No donations will be accepted during this time. Caswell Council for the … more
What was in the news this week?
10 years ago – 2010 Sunday, March 28 – A tornado tore through southern Person County early Monday morning. The tornado brought winds estimated as high as 100 miles per hour. National Weather … more
Health scare forces many changes at Person Community College
PCC curriculum classes will begin, primarily online, on March 30. If you are not accustomed to online classes, or need a refresher, consider these resources: • Blackboard Orientation courses are … more
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