The Roxboro Courier-Times

11/01/2024

Looks like Person County will need a big day today and tomorrow to break 2020's early and mail-in voting record.
Only 766 ballots were cast yesterday, taking the county's average below 2020's record-breaking 1,048 per day average.
Democratic voters have moved the party's turnout back into second place behind the county's unaffiliated voters in the last few days.
The early voting site at the County Office Building (304 S. Morgan St.) will be open until 7:30 p.m. today and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. tomorrow for the final day of early voting.
The deadline to register and vote on election day next Tuesday has passed, but anyone who is not currently registered can register and vote during the early voting period.
For more information, visit https://www.ncsbe.gov/registering/how-register/register-person-during-early-voting?fbclid=IwY2xjawGR-h5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfOI6BEsl9HcoAozw4tJs5uRQjIids1I6_oYzoGNUpvM--cTNjeo_CtAJQ_aem_Gzhk0JeJ9J4PISdJtnqKWA

10/31/2024

It’s a beautiful day to trick-or-treat in Uptown Roxboro! Come see us!

10/31/2024

BREAKING: Person County has announced that the Microsoft Corporation has purchased the 1,350-acre Person County Mega Park, saying the company has been actively looking for development opportunities in the North Carolina market and worked with county leaders to select this site.

Microsoft has not finalized project plans, capital investment, or number of employees but will provide updates when there is more information to share, according to the county.

We'll have more in next week's edition of The Courier-Times.

10/31/2024

This week's C-T Recap is online now!
This week: early voting update, Weekend of Honor events, the season finale for Person football, playoff volleyball and more.

This week: early voting update, Weekend of Honor events, the season finale for Person football, playoff volleyball and more!

10/31/2024

Looks like it's going to come down to the wire as to if Person County will break its early voting and mail-in turnout record from 2020.
Through Wednesday, 13,869 early and mail-in ballots have been cast, an average of 1,067 per day.
That daily average has been falling, but is still higher than 2020's daily average of 1,048 per day.
If the rate holds through the final day of early voting Saturday, the county will pass the record of 17,810 early and mail-in ballots.
The early voting site at the County Office Building (304 S. Morgan St.) will be open 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. today and Friday.
The voting site will be open for the final day of early voting Saturday 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Full breakdown:

10/31/2024

Persy D. Snowman looking as only he can look! Happy Halloween…we can’t wait to see all of the trick-or-treaters in Uptown Roxboro today!

10/30/2024

10/30/2024

Through Tuesday, more than 13,000 early and mail-in ballots have been cast in this year's election.
After leading for nine days, the Democratic turnout has been overtaken by Republican and unaffiliated voters.
Person County is still on pace to break 2020's early and mail-in voting turnout record with 1,085.9 ballots cast daily.
The early voting site at the County Office Building will be open 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. today, Thursday and Friday.
The voting site will be open for the final day of early voting Saturday 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Full breakdown:

10/30/2024

We're looking forward to seeing all of the Trick-or-Treaters in Uptown Roxboro tomorrow. We'll be passing out candy along with many of our Uptown neighbors from 3-5pm tomorrow. (or until we run out of candy...and we're loaded up!)

10/29/2024

Almost up to 12,00 early votes through Monday.
The unaffiliated turnout lead has increased.
Based on the State Board of Elections' most recent data, there are more unaffiliated voters (10,388) than Democrats (9,344) or Republicans (8,653) in Person County.
Early voting continues 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily this week at the County Office Building on South Morgan Street.
The final day of early voting will be Saturday 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Full breakdown:

10/28/2024

Yesterday was the slowest day of early voting so far with 370 ballots cast.
Unaffiliated voters have taken a slim lead in total turnout.
Despite the slow day, Person County is still on pace to break the record of 17,810 early and mail-in ballots from 2020.
The turnout so far is 38 percent of the 28,573 registered voters (registration data as of 10/26).
Early voting continues 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily this week at the County Office Building on South Morgan Street.
Saturday is the final day to vote early in this year's election and will be the final day to register and vote if you are not already registered.
The deadline to register and vote on election day has passed.
For more info on registering during early voting, visit https://www.ncsbe.gov/registering/how-register/register-person-during-early-voting

10/27/2024

And we're over 10,000 early votes.
A slower day of early voting yesterday, but the county is still on pace to break the early voting record set in 2020.
The early voting site at the County Office Building (304 S. Morgan St.) is open 1-5 p.m. today.
This week, the early voting site will be open Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. and next Saturday (Nov. 2) for the final day of early voting 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Full breakdown:

10/27/2024

Through early voting Friday, almost 10,000 ballots have been cast in Person County.
The Democrat, Republican and unaffiliated turnout is still relatively even.
Halfway through early voting, the county is over halfway to the early and mail-in vote total from 2020 (9,956 vs. 17,810).
The county is still averaging 1,244.5 votes daily and is on pace to break the early and mail-in turnout record set in 2020.
We'll have today's numbers tomorrow.
Full breakdown so far:

10/25/2024

Through Thursday, 8,817 in-person and mail-in ballots have been cast.
The Democrat, Republican and unaffiliated turnouts are now neck and neck.
Early voting hours end today at the County Office Building (304 S. Morgan St.) at 7:30 p.m.
This weekend, the early voting hours will be 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday.
Next week, the early voting site will be open Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Full breakdown:

10/25/2024

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10/24/2024

Catch up on the news of the week with this week's episode of the C-T Recap.

This week: an early voting update, Personality preview, Person football's homestretch, volleyball playoffs for Person and RCS, the Bulldogs' tennis playoff runs and more!

This week: an early voting update, Personality preview, Person football's homestretch, volleyball playoffs for Person and RCS, the Bulldogs' tennis playoff runs and more!

10/24/2024

Person County is on pace to break its early voting and mail in turnout record from 2016.
Through the first six days of early voting, the county is averaging 1,294.8 in-person and mail-in votes daily.
In 2016, the county averaged 1,047.6 in-person and mail-in votes through the early voting period.
If that pace holds, the county will beat its early voting record by about 3,000 votes (20,717 to 17,810).
Full breakdown:

10/24/2024

At the recent North Carolina Animal and Rabies Control Association Conference, Roxboro Police Department Animal Control Officer George Tsoukaris received the 2024 Animal Control Officer of the Year award. The award recognizes outstanding and dedicated performance in advancing the goal of professional and effective animal related operations.

Tsoukaris was nominated for the award by the staff of Person County Animal Services. In their nomination staff stated, ”George came to us with a legacy of 25 years in the New York Police Department and New York Highway Patrol. He is a very hardworking person, who responds to animal calls with professionalism, compassion and humor. George has working relationships with multiple landlords, property managers and businesses to ensure animal related issues are handled quickly and efficiently, while serving the public's needs. He is the snuggler of puppies and kittens, and the promotor of animal welfare. Officer Tsoukaris is a shining example of a true servant to his community.”

In recognition of the award, Roxboro Police Chief David Hess added “George is an empathetic person who serves the people of our County during their most difficult or vulnerable moments. He treats everyone like you would want your grandmother treated. This award affirms his leadership and passion for making Person Country a great place to raise a family.”

10/24/2024

Person County Board of Commissioner vice chair Derrick Sims was recently sworn in to the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) Board of Directors.
The new board convened its first meeting on Oct. 11-12 in Guilford County, presided over by Warren County Commissioner Tare “T.” Davis. President Davis kicked off the new
2024-25 board term marked by reflections on the ongoing recovery efforts following the devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene on western North Carolina.
The meeting featured the swearing in of board members to represent counties from across the state, affirming the leadership and dedication of the NCACC to serve North
Carolina’s counties. As part of this new board, Sims was sworn in as a director to guide the NCACC.
“It is an honor to serve as District Director for District 8 of the NCACC,” said Sims. “I will be serving the counties of Franklin, Granville, Person, Vance and Warren and will be a liaison between District 8 and the NCACC. It is important that I serve as an advocate for the Legislative Goals Proposals approved by the NCACC. I look forward to reaching out to all the District 8 boards of county commissioners.”
The NCACC is the official voice of all 100 counties on issues being considered by the General Assembly, Congress and federal and state agencies. The Association provides expertise to counties in the areas of advocacy, research, risk management and education and leadership training. For more information about the NCACC, the 2024-25 board members and its initiatives, visit www.ncacc.org.

10/23/2024

Another 1,200 in-person votes Tuesday take Person County's total over 6,500.
The total turnout so far is 22.9 percent of the county's 28,502 registered voters.
If you are not registered, you can register and vote during the early voting period.
For more information on registering during early voting, visit https://www.ncsbe.gov/registering/how-register/register-person-during-early-voting

10/22/2024

The total unaffiliated turnout for the 2024 election passed the Republican turnout yesterday, but still trails Person County's Democratic voters.
The in-person voting total has passed 5,000.
Early voting continues this week at the County Office Building (304 S. Morgan St.) 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
This upcoming weekend, the early voting hours will be 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday.
Full breakdown:

10/20/2024

More than 3,500 ballots cast so far through three days of early voting.
No early voting hours today, so we'll have the numbers from Monday on Tuesday.
The early voting site at the County Office Building (304. S. Morgan St.) will be open 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday this week.
Next weekend, the early voting hours will be 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday.
Full breakdown:

10/19/2024

More than 1,200 ballots cast yesterday in person and 29 mail-in ballots accepted take Person County's total to 3,088 through the first two days of early voting.
We'll have today's numbers tomorrow.
Full breakdown:

10/18/2024

Deadline to reserve space is this Monday, Oct. 21st by 5pm. Honor your spiritual leaders by featuring a special message to the clergy of your church showing appreciation for their dedication and care. Contact Lea Russell to begin. [email protected], text: 919-308-8155 office: 336-915-2354. You are welcome to contact me over the weekend as well.

10/18/2024

Data from the first day of early voting is in!

So far, 1,615 ballots have been cast in person. Adding in mail-in ballots takes the county's total to 1,802.

Further breakdown: