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Native honored by Navy Pages Hunter safety shoots for title Page? Judge Cole visits PCHS Pages 8 March 17, 2004 Vol. 72, No. 11 Hertford, North Carolina 27944 PU/C5 „^53CEIVED' iHoDIMMS COO^ LIBRSBX J|gT?O^^27944-1306 !A5 J 7 211114 3/15/2004- Weekly McMullan is M. S. champ Phil McMullan was hon ored in January as a 2003 Main Street Champion at the North Carolina Main Street Annual Awards Dinner in Morganton. McMullan was selected for this special recognition by Historic Hertford, Inc. in apprecia tion of his exceptional con tributions to the downtown revitalization process. Although unable to be pre sent for the ceremony, McMullan, along with Champions from 34 other communities, was recog nized with a certificate commemorating his desig nation, presented by NC Secretary of Commerce Jim Fain, Commerce Assistant Secretary for Community Development Cleve Simpson and Office of Urban Development Director Rodney L. Swink, FASLA. Each of the state’s active Main Street programs is given the opportunity annually to recognize one individual as a local Main Street Champion. The dedi cation and hard work of countless volunteers is required to make a local Main Street program suc cessful, and the Main Street Champion designation acknowledges the extraor dinary efforts of those per sons who have played piv otal roles in the revitaliza tion of their downtowns. “As a member of the Heritage Tourism Task Force in 1999, Phil McMullan was involved in the decision to apply for Main Street designation and was an original mem ber of the board of direc tors, beginning in 2000,” state McMullan’s nomina tion form. “At the request of the board, he has stayed beyond his term to provide a transition to the organiza tion as it changes its status to non-profit.” McMullan is currently vice chair of the organiza tion and has served on numerous committees. While he served on the Northeast Partnership Board, McMullan was the contact for tourism grants ■ and projects beneficial to the Main Street program. With his expertise and knowledge of community resources, he continues to be a valuable resource to the organization. “Phil is always available to volunteer his time when his expertise and leader ship are needed as he has a keen sense of organization al development, which has been critical to the positive development of the organi zation,” the nomination form continued. Main Street is a down town revitalization pro gram for smaller towns ■ based on economic develop ment within the context of historic preservation. The North Carolina Main Street Program, which provides technical assistance to its communities, is part of the Office of Urban Development in the Department of Commerce’s Division of Community Assistance. State super visits r. ■m state Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Mike Ward visited teachers and staff at Perquimans County High School on Monday discussing education issues. Here, he visits with Jeff Holland's English class. State official visits PCHS Ward supports senior projects state Superintendent of the Public Schools of North Carolina Dr. Mike Ward vis ited teachers and staff at Perquimans County High School Monday. Ward visit ed each classroom dis cussing issues like the No Child Left Behind federal education bill, senior pro ject requirements, distance learning opportunities and dress code with students and teachers. The visit Was a surprise for the faculty and stu dents. Brandon Godfrey asked Ward if he believed the senior project should be a requirement. Ward said that the senior project is voluntary across the state as of now, allowing each school district to make that decision independently. However, there have been recent conversations dis cussing the possibility of making the senior project a graduation requirement statewide. Ward said he believed the senior project should be required throughout the state. “I commend Superintendent Ken Weils for taking the lead in this area,” said Ward. “I have been acquainted with Superintendent Wells for a number of years and con sider him as one of the greatest educators in the state of North Carolina. I am proud to be his col league,.” Re-elected in 2000, Ward is serving his second term in office. He is also a mem ber of the Council of State, which includes the Governor, Lieutenant Governor and eight other statewide elected officials. During his tenure. Ward's office has worked with edu cators, state leaders, and communities to improve the public schools of North Carolina. As a result of these joint efforts, the state's schools have earned a reputation as the nation's most rapidly improving system of public education. Ward's past experience includes service as a local superintendent of schools. He has also been a teacher and high school principal. He believes strongly in the power of teaching and learning. Because of this, he regularly sets aside time to be in a classroom work ing with students. He is a tireless advocate for teach ers and .other school employees, promoting high professional standards and better rewards for the pro fession, according to local school officials. There’s MERCI for those in need of assistance SUSAN R. HARRIS For those still struggling to make repairs to their homes wrought by Hurricane Isabel, help may be just down the road. The Marion Edwards Recovery Center Initiatives — shortened to M.E.R.C.I. — set up a satellite disaster recovery cen ter in Edenton four months ago to help with the unmet needs of homeowners in Bertie, Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Hertford, Hyde, Perquimans, Pasquotank, Tyrrell and Washington coun ties. The center provides con struction repair for people whose homes were damaged by Isabel. Assistance may be given when the needs are greater than FEMA or insurance reimburse ments, and there is no other source of funds to complete the repairs. Once set up in November, the M.E.R.C.I. Center received 55 cases from the Chowan County Interfaith Disaster and Relief Effort, Inc. Since that time, many more families have applied for help. According to M.E.R.C.I. coordinators, many of •itj k —. •- St 'f' Hurricane Isabel blew through the Albemarle area with 3 fury, damaging thousands of homes throughout the area. The M.E.R.C.I. Northeastn Diaster Recovery Center in Edenton is helping those unable to afford home repair. those who apply for help are disabled and elderly who have no insurance, no money, and sometimes, even no safe place to stay while their homes are repaired. M.E.R.C.I. is a mission program of the North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. Help is available to anyone in need. People do PCRA plans not have to be members of or attend a Methodist Church in order to receive assistance. There is no charge for services. Mission teams and individual volunteers from all over the United States have answered the caU to help in Northeastern North Carolina. In November and December, several clean-up teams arrived to help with debris removal. This month, other volunteers are busy reconstructing damaged homes and repairing mobile homes. More volunteer teams and individuals are scheduled to visit the area over the next two months to assist. For help, caU 482-3676 or 482- 7868. The Interfaith agency referred M.E.R.C.I.’s first cases to them. Those in Perquimans County interested in helping in an interfaith effort to respond to disasters and recovery should contact Larry Higgins at Hertford United Methodist Church or . Julian Miller at Catholic Social Ministries. The interfaith group would mobilize immediately after a disaster to determine needs and find resources. events Homes tour, garden party on tap Grand houses, gracious front porches and charm ing Colonial-era homes are waiting to be explored dur ing ' the Historic Homes Tour of Perquimans County, May 15 — 16. Founded in 1668, Perquimans County, is home to some of the region’s finest historic homes and architectural treasures. Perquimans is one of the few North Carolina counties with two National Register Rural Historic Districts-reflect- ing the undisturbed beauty of this rural county. The , Historic Homes Tour of Perquimans pro vides a wonderful opportu nity to tour private homes, some never before open to the public. Homeowners will be on-hand to share their personal restoration experiences. The Historic Homes Tour of Perquimans County is sponsored by the Perquimans County Restoration Association. Tickets are $20 per person in advance; $25 at the door. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact nbwh@inteliport.com or 252/426-7567. A highlight of the Historic Homes Weekend is the Traditional Southern Garden Party, Saturday, May 15. The charm of the South is captured during this special event. Guests are invited to dress in their spring finery—hats are most acceptable!—for this special garden party. The grounds of the his toric Springfield Inn are the setting for the party and a delectable menu is fea tured. Tickets are $25 per person and must be pur chased by May 7. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact nbwh@inteliport.com or 426-7567. Holiday Weather THURSDAY High: 60 Low: 50 Mosry Sunny Friday High: 67 Low: 40 Showers Saturday High: 62 Low: 43 Sunny
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