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September 23rd, 2020 Newsletter
Dear Friend of Senate District 10,
As many of you are aware, last week marked the beginning of early voting throughout our state. I encourage you all to make sure you cast your vote.
Please see the early voting locations and times below throughout our District:
Sampson:
October 15th – October 31st:
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 17, 24, & 31 - 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday, October 18 & 25 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Old Badcock Building
317 Northeast Blvd Clinton, NC 28328
Plainview Fire Station
5041 Plain View HWY, Dunn, NC 28334
Harrells Fire Department Training Center
915 Ward Road, Harrells, NC 28444
NC Justice Academy
200 W College Street, Salemburg, NC 28385
Newton Grove Fire Station
313 Weeksdale Street, Newton Grove, NC 28366
Duplin:
October 15th - October 31st:
Monday - Friday - 8 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturdays - 8 AM - 3 PM
Sundays - 1 PM - 6 PM
Ed Emory Auditorium
165 Agriculture Drive, Kenansville, NC 28349
American Legion Building
529 E. Southerland Street, Wallace, NC 28466
Warsaw Recreation Center - Thompson Gym
309 Memorial Drive, Warsaw, NC 28398
Johnston:
October 15th - October 31st:
Monday - Friday - 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 17th and October 24th - 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday, October 31st - 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
First Baptist Church Ministry Center
125 S. Fourth St. Smithfield, NC 27577
Archer Lodge Community Center
14009 Buffalo Road Archer Lodge, NC 27527
The Church at Clayton Crossing
11407 US 70 BUS Hwy W Clayton, NC 27520
Providence Presbyterian Church
14664 NC 210 Hwy Angier, NC 27501
Benson American Legion Building
605 N Wall St. Benson, NC 27504
Richard B. Harrison Gymnasium
601 W. Noble St. Selma, NC 27576
Greater Cleveland Athletic Association Gymnasium
8994 Cleveland Rd. Clayton, NC 27520
As always, please do not hesitate to contact me if I can assist you in any way possible.
Sincerely,
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Legislative Recap- S.B. 739
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With the election in full swing, it is nice to take a step back and look at something totally unrelated and fun. Senate Bill 739 was passed in June of this year and opens the door for automated home deliveries by robotic delivery services. It allows robotic delivery machines to use pedestrian areas for transporting packages under a certain size and weight and must travel at speeds less than 10 miles per hour. The bill also requires companies that use such a delivery service to maintain liability coverage in the event of an incident.
These robots are designed to drop packages right at your door and some can even interact with recipients. North Carolina is a state full of innovation and it is important that we consider carefully how new technologies such as this may be implemented safely and effectively to improve the lives of the people living here.
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Arts Council Accepting Subgrant Applications
The Sampson Arts Council is now accepting applications for the North Carolina Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program subgrants through Oct. 27.
Since 1977 The North Carolina Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access to quality arts experiences. Using a per capita based formula, the program provides funding for the arts in all 100 counties of the state through partnerships with local art councils. The Sampson Arts Council serves as the NC Arts Council’s partner in awarding subgrants to local organizations for arts programs in Sampson County.
Applications are available for non-profit organizations whose purpose is to promote and develop diverse cultural arts programming in Sampson County. Funding priority is given to qualified arts organizations (theatres, galleries, choral societies, festivals), arts in education programs conducted by qualified artists, and other community organizations that provide arts programs in the county.
Grassroots applicants are required to spend their grant on programming that reflects African American, Asian American, Latino, and Native American cultures. This requirement is met through supporting arts programming conducted by artists, ensembles, or organizations of color. It is not met by the multicultural percentage of audiences participating. Projects must occur between July 1, 2020 and June 15, 2021.
Application forms and grant guidelines are available on the Sampson Arts Council’s website at www.sampsonarts.net (under “Artists”) or may be picked up at the Victor R. Small House at 709 College Street in Clinton. Call 910-596-2533 to schedule a time to stop by. The Sampson Arts Council will also mail applications upon request. Applications must be received no later than Oct. 27 by 5 p.m.
Grant applications are evaluated by a diverse panel of community members and voted on by the Sampson Arts Council Board of Directors. Awards will be announced in November 2020. For questions or more information contact Donatelli at 910-596-2533 or director@sampsonarts.org
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Duplin County Boy Receives PETA Award
A Duplin County boy has won an award from PETA after raising thousands of dollars to help animals that were hurt in a house fire.
Eleven-year-old Kaden Simpson raised more than $8,000 for 12 dogs and cats who survived a fire at a nearby home. Unfortunately, the pets' owner did not survive. Duplin County Animal Control originally reported that five other animals had died in the fire, but it turns out, only one animal was killed in the fire.
The fire happened back in September.
Kaden was honored by PETA with a hero to animals award.
After seeing photos of the injured animals, Kaden, who is autistic, immediately told his mother he wanted to help. He started a GoFundMe to raise money for veterinary care and food.
His mom says he’s been donating his own birthday money to the animal shelter for years.
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JWL Accepting Applications For Community Impact Grant Recipients
The Junior Women’s League of Smithfield (JWL) is currently accepting applications for Community Impact Grant recipients for the 2020-2021 league year.
The Community Impact Grant (CIG) allows the Junior Women’s League of Smithfield, Inc. to appropriate monies in a flexible manner to nonprofit community agencies that render services within Johnston County. Priority will be given to organizations whose projects directly benefit the lives of women and children within Johnston County. Since its inception in January 2016, JWL has provided $90,000 in Community Impact Grants to nonprofit organizations in Johnston County to meet a variety of needs.
The monies allocated vary depending on the success of the Junior Women’s League of Smithfield’s fundraisers and shall not exceed $15,000 and shall be no less than $1,000. The Junior Women’s League of Smithfield’s Board of Directors, in consultation with its general membership, will determine the designation and amounts of individual grants.
Additional information and applications are available at www.JWLSmithfield.com.
CIG applications must be received by 5:00pm Monday, November 16, 2020.
If you have any questions regarding the Community Impact Grant application process, please email the League at JWLSmithfield@gmail.com.
About The Junior Women’s League of Smithfield
The Junior Women’s League of Smithfield (JWL) is a non-profit organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action of trained volunteers. Our organization was founded in Smithfield but is dedicated to the betterment of all communities within Johnston County.
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Midway Student Joins National Society
Anslee Jackson is known around Midway High School to be very humble, but her supporters are thrilled to see her in the national spotlight.
The sophomore and future entrepreneur was selected to become a member of The National Society of High School Scholars, which recognizes academic excellence at the high school level and helps to advance the goals and aspirations of high-achieving students. Unique learning experiences, scholarships, internships, international study opportunities, and peer networks are provided to inductees
NSHSS selected Jackson to become a member of the organization for being one of the nation’s top scholars, her leadership, and for being involved in the community.
During the announcement in 2020, Claes Nobel, NSHSS founder, and chairman applauded Jackson for her accomplishment. Nobel formed the NSHSS with President James W. Lewis.
Currently, there are more than 1.5 million Society members in over 170 countries. Jackson and other NSHSS members automatically become lifetime participants as they continue their education through high school, college, and careers. NSHSS officials said the organization connects outstanding young scholars with resources to develop their strengths and pursue their passions. Jackson is currently participating in virtual college tours. Many institutions began contacting her after she joined the NSHSS.
In addition to academics, Jackson played junior varsity basketball and ran track in the spring. When it comes to her participation, Jackson is known as a major team player who doesn’t like to take a lot of credit. She is a member of the Bible, Kindness, and Christian Athlete clubs. When Jackson is not at school or spending time with her twin sister Hollee, she volunteers with the Salemburg Food Bank and the Balm in Gilead Family Counseling Ministries in Fayetteville. With her faith and love for God, she attends Central Baptist Church of Dunn.
Her mother Kimberly Jackson is thrilled about NSHSS and the opportunities it’s going to provide.
After graduating from Midway, Jackson is planning to pursue a business degree related and is planning to own her own hair and cosmetology salon in the future. The 15-year-old began braiding hair when she was a little kid.
Anslee thanked the Midway community and its schools for her development over the years.
Congratulations on this fantastic achievement!
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