Davie County Economic Development Commission Receives Land Donation from R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company
The Davie County Economic Development Commission (EDC) today announced that R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company has donated approximately 360 acres of land in Davie County to the EDC. The land has a property tax value of $3.5 million. “R.J. Reynolds’ gift of this prime industrial site greatly enhances the Commission’s economic development opportunities and consequent job creation,” said Terry Bralley, president of the EDC. “This gift is especially important, given the present economic climate. This contribution represents what our EDC hopes will be a model for other substantial gifts of industrial sites. The EDC and all citizens of Davie County are sincerely ...
Site Selection Alert! Seneca Medical Chooses Davie County for New Distribution and Logistics Center
New Center Will Be Fully Operational by September 1st, 2011 Seneca Medical is expanding its operations into Davie County with the opening of their newest distribution center in the SouthPoint Business Park in Mocksville. The Ohio based company has leased a 72,480 square foot warehouse on 14 acres and plans to be fully operational by September 1, 2011. Seneca Medical Expansion Brings Dozens of New Jobs to Mocksville and Davie County Leveraging a continued successful relationship with Hollingsworth, owner and developer of the business park, Seneca chose this strategic location to better serve a growing base of healthcare customers in the Southeast region. ...
Davie County Schools Collaborate with Industry ~ Energize STEM Curriculum With Cutting Edge Science
STEM UPDATE: Davie County is bringing engaging curriculum with cutting edge science & real world relevance into Davie County's elementary, middle school, high school and early college classrooms! Four Davie County teachers have been named to the Class of 2012 Kenan Fellows. The Kenan Fellows Program energizes school curriculum and promotes teacher leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education by pairing selected teachers with industry mentors. 4 Davie County Teachers and Their Mentors Davie County High School teacher, Elizabeth Bustle will focus on “STEM and Lean Manufacturing” with mentors Jerry Lakey and Lewis Anderson from the Ingersoll Rand “manufacturing ...
Avgol Expansion Bringing 42 New Jobs to Mocksville!
Governor Perdue announced yesterday that Avgol, a leading manufacturer of ultra lightweight nonwoven fabrics, will expand its facility in Davie County. The company plans to create 42 jobs and invest $35 million during the next three years in Mocksville. The project was made possible in part by an $84,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. [caption id="attachment_2055" align="alignright" width="275" caption="NC Governor Bev Perdue and NC Secretary of Commerce Keith Crisco"][/caption] “North Carolina is a world-leader in the nonwoven fabrics industry and these jobs are a win for North Carolina textile workers and Davie County,” said Gov. Perdue. “Creating ...
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Bringing World-Class Health Care to Davie County
Wake Forest Baptist will develop its Davie Campus on Hwy 801 at I-40 in two phases, starting with outpatient services and then building a hospital. “Davie County is an integral part of our vision for the medical center,” said Dr. John McConnell, CEO of Wake Forest Baptist. “We are excited to bring the unique services of Wake Forest Baptist in partnership with local physicians to provide world class health care services in Davie County.” Phase One ~ 175-250 Jobs Phase one includes a medical office building for physician offices and a three-story outpatient building with approximately 90,000 square feet. It will house emergency, ...
Nation’s Executives Rank North Carolina #1!
North Carolina has been ranked the number one business climate in the nation by Site Selection magazine, the nation’s premier publication for corporate executives on business location strategies! North Carolina Competitive Advantages Executives from some of the world's most respected companies identified the following competitive advantages North Carolina offers: ~ a wealth of talented and skilled labor, ~ outstanding custom training programs, ~ solid transportation infrastructure, ~ low cost of doing business, and ~ high quality of life. First Place Finish Underscores North Carolina Success! “All states face economic and budgetary challenges these days, but this ranking reminds us that there are significant success stories, too,” says Site Selection ...
South-Sourcing: The Southern Advantage!
I just finished reading a terrific book by Joe Hollingsworth, Jr. “The Southern Advantage.” With lots of facts and figures and anecdotes that bring them to life, the advantage of being located in the southern US is clearly demonstrated. Affordability and Economic Vitality The underlying economic fundamentals of the South have transformed the profitability of companies and entire industries that had the foresight to locate in the world’s 4th largest economy. Nissan, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, BMW and other foreign automakers clearly did their homework when deciding to locate their North American operations in the south. In the span of half a century the south has ...
Taste Award Winning Wines From Three Davie County Vineyards!
Davie County is home to three wonderful vineyards with a variety of award winning wines available to suit any taste. Spring and summer are a great time to experience the scenic beauty, enjoy tastings and take part in a variety of scheduled events. Event schedules for each vineyard are available on the vineyard web sites. A map of locations with driving directions are also included below. RayLen Vineyards & Winery 3577 Highway 158 Mocksville, NC 27028 (336) 998-3100 http://www.raylenvineyards.com Monday-Saturday 11:00AM-6:00PM The first vines for RayLen Vineyards & Winery were planted in 1999 when Joe and Joyce Neely purchased the property. ...
Lee Jeans Consolidation Means More Jobs for Davie County
VF Corporation, a global apparel leader headquartered in Greensboro, NC selected Davie County as the single point of distribution for Lee Jeans to all US markets, increasing the volume of Lee Jeans shipped out of the Mocksville facility. This brought an additional 50 jobs to Davie County with the possibility of more jobs by year end. Currently there are 430 associates at the Lee Jeans distribution facility in Mocksville. As a result of this consolidation, every pair of Lee Jeans, from Maine to Florida, New York to Alaska is now shipped out of Mocksville to retailers throughout North America. “Davie County ...
“Businesses Can Lower Their Costs and Prosper in Davie County!”
Last year, "Inc. Magazine" identified Hollingsworth Capital Partners as the 12th fastest growing company in America and the Hollingsworth Companies continue to invest in Davie County. If you drive by the SouthPoint Business Park during business hours and see the traffic flowing into and out of SouthPoint, you can appreciate the number of Davie County jobs that have been created there. And the level of investment is not slowing down! "Companies from larger cities and other regions are attracted by our pro-business government, labor-rich environment and proximity to several interstates. Davie County is a place where businesses can lower their costs and ...
Visions of a Davie County Bio-Center
Scott Callison has a vision for creating a biotech incubation center in Davie County. The Davie County Bio-Center would accelerate the successful development of start-up and early-stage R&D driven companies active in the biotechnology and related life sciences sectors. STEM Education for students ~ As envisioned by Dr. Callison, The Davie County Bio-Center would provide real world science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning opportunities for students from the Davie County High School, Early College and DCCC Community College programs. The STEM learning opportunities would include student lead research and development (R&D) projects addressing practical, real-world problems. Supported by scientists at the ...
Davie County STEM Education ~ Leading the Way!
Industry Partners Announced Joining the team in support of STEM education in Davie County are Ingersoll Rand, Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, and the North Carolina Center for Global Logistics. Precision manufacturing, health care and logistics are all engines of economic growth that will provide jobs and opportunities in Davie County as the North Carolina economy continues transitioning from furniture, textiles and tobacco to high tech. Davie County Schools have some very powerful partners when it comes to educating the workforce of tomorrow. As part of the Davie County Economic Development Update in Mocksville last week, Davie County ...
Help Honor Davie County’s Vietnam Veterans This Saturday
Posted by admin in People, Things To Do, Top Stories on March 29, 2012
Mayor F.W. Slate has proclaimed March 31, 2012 as “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day”. The Town of Mocksville invites the County of Davie, Town of Bermuda Run and Town of Cooleemee to join together to pay tribute to the men and women who served our country during the Vietnam War.
All residents are invited to help honor these Vietnam Veterans as they depart in buses from Davie High School approximately at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 31, to attend the Welcome Home Celebration at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Display your gratitude to these honorable veterans by joining together along the highway or in your yard as you enter Davie High and as the bus departs to Charlotte. Buses will exit Davie High going South on US HWY 601 to Rowan County.
The USO of North Carolina and Charlotte Motor Speedway, with support from the North Carolina Association of Broadcasters, will honor the service of Vietnam Veterans with an incredible Vietnam Veterans Homecoming Celebration on March 31 for the military members and their friends and families.
Mocksville Mayor, Dr. F.W. Slate, has issued a proclamation, “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day” as a tribute and expression of gratitude to all of the men and women who served during the Vietnam War.
Text from the resolution follows:
WHEREAS, America is a symbol of freedom and has achieved its stature in the world because of the selfless service of our brave veterans. From those who fought in the Revolutionary War to those currently serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, the fearless members of our country’s armed forces have given up the comforts of home, the company of loved ones and, for some, even their own lives so that we could live in our land of liberty; and,
WHEREAS, our nation maintains a solemn commitment to honor every man and woman who serves in the United States Armed Forces; and,
WHEREAS, our Vietnam Veterans fought for our freedoms, kept America safe and dedicated their lives to this nation. We shall never forget the sacrifices they made to keep this nation free and we shall forever honor their memory; and,
WHEREAS, we pay tribute and express profound gratitude to the men and women who served during the Vietnam War, who upon their return endured dishonorable treatment and faced unimaginable adversity and hardship. These Vietnam veterans embody the power of the human spirit – sustaining hope, faith and conviction.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Francis W. Slate, Mayor of the Town of Mocksville, North Carolina, do hereby proclaim March 31, 2012, as
“WELCOME HOME VIETNAM VETERANS DAY”
Davie County Chamber and The Y Present Free Health Expo to Davie Community
Posted by admin in People, Things To Do, Top Stories on March 26, 2012
Free Health Screenings and More – Free Community Event
The Davie County Chamber and the Davie Family YMCA are pleased to present the For Your Health Expo 2012 on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at the Davie Family YMCA on Cemetery Street. For Your Health Expo runs from 9am to 1pm and is free to the public. This annual community event brings vendors of healthy lifestyle products and services together under one roof to offer Davie County residents a convenient one-stop healthy lifestyle information experience.
Sponsored by both Wake Forest Baptist Health – Davie Hospital and Forsyth Medical Center, the For Your Health Expo offers access to important information as well as direct interaction with several medical service providers. Several free health screenings will be offered including blood pressure, stroke screening, hearing assessments, total cholesterol, BMI and much more. With healthcare costs on the rise and interest in personal wellbeing at an all time high, For Your Health Expo provides residents with a great opportunity to take positive steps toward improving their health.
Health and Healthy Lifestyle Providers
Also participating are Marlin Chiropractic Center, Le Bleu, Happy Hearing Center, Freedom Mobility Aids, Skinny Wheels Bike Shop, BB&T, Advance Chiropractic & Health Center, Suntrust, Home Instead Senior Care, Beneficial Skinworks, Just Relax Massage & Wellness, Bermuda Commons, just to name a few.
For Your Health
For Your Health is a collaborative effort of the Davie Family YMCA and the Davie County Chamber of Commerce to connect our health and wellness businesses directly with our community in an environment that promotes complete health in spirit, mind and body. “It was established as a community service event but it also provides an opportunity for both our organizations to serve our members and further the missions of both the Y and the Davie Chamber.” Said Carolyn McManamy, President of the Davie County Chamber of Commerce.
“The Y is committed to healthy living for the entire family. We’re excited to partner with the Davie Chamber to provide resources for the community to learn about wellness options,” shared Chris Brady, Executive Director of the Davie Family YMCA. “The first step in any wellness journey is knowledge, and the For Your Health Expo is a great place to gather information about making healthy choices for your whole family.”
Save the Date
Plan to head to the Davie Family YMCA on Tuesday, March 27th. Do it for your health and do it for the health of your family! For more information contact the Davie County Chamber of Commerce at 751-3304 or the Davie Family Y at 751-9622.
For over 40 years, the Davie County Chamber of Commerce has served the business community as the catalyst of business growth and economic development. We believe in working together to promote a strong and vibrant business community throughout all of Davie County. As the countywide Chamber, we represent businesses from Cooleemee to Advance, Mocksville to Bermuda Run and all points in between. Our office is located at 135 S Salisbury Street in Mocksville where you will also find the Davie County Visitor Center and Davie County Economic Development Commission office.
The Davie Family YMCA, located near downtown Mocksville, has served the community for more than 20 years, and offers a wide range of programs for the whole family including swim lessons, licensed before- and after-school care, and youth sports. The Y includes a comprehensive Wellness Center with on-duty staff, group exercise programs, and SilverSneakers® classes. We are dedicated to social responsibility with efforts such as the Literacy Initiative, a completely free program that helps adults in our community learn to read and provides ESL tutoring. Learn more at www.davieymca.org and on Facebook.com/DavieFamilyYMCA.
Unemployment Figures Released
Posted by admin in Davie County Economic Development, Featured Buildings and Sites, Top Stories on March 22, 2012
The unemployment rate increased in 95 of North Carolina’s 100 counties for January 2012 while Davie County’s unemployment rate decreased from 10.4% to 10.3%.
Over the last twelve months, unemployment rates increased in 58 counties, decreased in 35 counties and remained the same in seven counties. Davie County’s unemployment rate decreased. The state-wide unadjusted unemployment rate was 10.5 percent in January 2012.
Seasonal factors contributed to an increase in county unemployment rates across North Carolina in January. “Seasonal losses in retail as well as the leisure and hospitality sector contributed to gains in the unemployment rates,” said N.C. Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Dale Carroll. “While rates were up in January, over-the-year nearly half of the state’s counties unemployment rates decreased or remained the same. Our focus continues to be our customers in assisting them in finding work through programs at our DES offices and JobLink Career Centers statewide.”
For complete details, visit the North Carolina Department of Commerce Division of Employment Security. For information on jobs in and around Davie County, North Carolina visit Davie County Jobs.
Original “Scout” to Appear at the Brock Center on Friday, March 23, 2012
Posted by admin in People, Things To Do, Top Stories on March 21, 2012
The Davie County Arts Council’s Brock Players will have three more performances of their production of To Kill a Mockingbird on March 23rd, 24th and 25th. They will host a very special guest appearance at the Friday, March 23rd performance. Mary Badham, who played “Scout” in the film version with Gregory Peck, will be at that performance.
Scout and Atticus from To Kill a Mockingbird
Patrons will see the Brock Players’ rendition of the play and then be privileged to hear Ms. Badham speak about the book and the play after that performance. She will allow time to answer questions from the audience and then will be in the Brock’s Lobby to sign autographs.
50th Anniversary
This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the film version of To Kill a Mockingbird. Mary Badham was chosen for the roll of “Scout” at the age of ten, with no prior acting experience. She won an Oscar nomination for best supporting actress. At that time she was the youngest person ever to do so. After To Kill a Mockingbird she appeared in two other films, This Property is Condemned with Robert Redford and Natalie Wood, and Let’s Kill Uncle. She had television appearances on Dr. Kildare and Twilight Zone before retiring from acting to pursue her education as a teenager.
Over the years she maintained close contact with Gregory Peck, “Atticus”, and occasionally accompanied him on one-man-show lecture tours and award ceremonies.
Mary maintains a busy schedule lecturing to audiences internationally about the book and the film. Her interest is in expanding knowledge about the film’s message of social injustice and to insure each generation of students can experience the film’s impact.
In April 1997 Mary had a vision to reunite the cast and creative team for a national satellite broadcast to United States schools.
Recently Mary was brought out of retirement to appear in the film Our Very Own with Allison Janney, Keith Carradine, and Jason Ritter. This is out on DVD through Miramax/Disney.
Tickets Available
Tickets are available for all three performances. Call or stop by the Box Office Monday through Friday from Noon until 5:00 p.m. (751-3000) to reserve a seat (Adult: $15 /Student and Senior: $13.) Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday’s performance starts at 3:00 p.m. The only performance at which Ms. Badham will make an appearance is on Friday, March 23rd at 7:00 p.m.
Our thanks to Judge Jimmy Myers, Davie County Tourism, and Mr. Zach Wright for sponsoring Ms. Badham’s appearance.
Opening This Weekend ~ The Davie County Arts Council Presents “To Kill a Mockingbird”
Posted by admin in People, Things To Do, Top Stories on March 16, 2012
“To Kill a Mockingbird” opens Friday evening, March 16th and runs for two weeks at the Brock Performing Center in historic downtown Mocksville. The play has been adapted from the Pulitzer Prize winning novel of the same name written by Harper Lee and published in 1960.
The play runs over the next 2 weekends with performances scheduled each Friday, Saturday at 7 PM and each Sunday at 3 PM.
Directed by Mollye Ann Maxner from the North Carolina School of the Arts, the cast includes some new faces and some old friends from the Brock Players.
A southern gothic novel set in the fictional town of Maycomb, Alabama during the great depression, “To Kill a Mockingbird” is recognized as a classic in modern American literature. While dealing with the serious issues of racism, rape, and lost innocence, the novel is play is renowned for its warmth and humor.
One critic explains the novel’s impact by writing, “In the twentieth century, To Kill a Mockingbird is probably the most widely read book dealing with race in America, and its protagonist, Atticus Finch, the most enduring fictional image of racial heroism.”
Under the direction of Ms. Maxner, the Brock Players production brings the characters to life, striking a balance between the unjust consequences of racism and hate and the values of courage and integrity.
Brock Players Cast - To Kill a Mockingbird
Tickets are available at the Brock Performing Arts Center box office and tickets will be available at the ticket office before each performance.
Performance Schedule
Friday, March 16, 2012 @ 7:00 pm
Saturday, March 17, 2012 @ 7:00 pm
Sunday, March 18, 2012 @ 3:00 pm
Friday, March 23, 2012 @ 7:00 pm
Saturday, March 24, 2012 @ 7:00 pm
Sunday, March 25, 2012 @ 3:00 pm
Additional Resources
Davie County Arts Council
Hundreds of Structures in Davie County Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Posted by admin in Things To Do, Top Stories on March 12, 2012
From the “Did You Know?” Department
Davie County has long been a great place to live, work and play. Evidence of this is that Davie County is home to 17 listings and almost 200 buildings and other structures on the National Register of Historic Places.
Here is the list:
Barnhardt, George E., House (added 2009 – - #09000289)
291 Hartley Rd. , Mocksville
Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering
Architectural Style: Other
Area of Significance: Architecture
Period of Significance: 1875-1899
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Domestic
Historic Sub-function: Single Dwelling
Current Function: Work In Progress
Boxwood Lodge (added 1995 – - #95000673) Also known as Boxwood
132 Becktown Rd. , Mocksville
Historic District ~ (510 acres, 8 buildings, 4 structures)
Historic Significance: Event, Architecture/Engineering
Architect, builder, or engineer: Delano & Aldrich
Architectural Style: Colonial Revival, Bungalow/Craftsman
Area of Significance: Social History, Architecture
Period of Significance: 1925-1949, 1900-1924
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Agriculture/Subsistence, Domestic
Historic Sub-function: Animal Facility, Secondary Structure, Single Dwelling
Current Function: Agriculture/Subsistence, Domestic
Current Sub-function: Animal Facility, Secondary Structure, Single Dwelling
Cana Store and Post Office (added 2001 – - #01001073)
NC 1411, 0.2 mi. N of NC 1406 , Mocksville
Historic Significance: Event
Area of Significance: Commerce, Social History, Communications
Period of Significance: 1950-1974, 1925-1949, 1900-1924, 1875-1899
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Commerce/Trade, Government, Social
Historic Sub-function: Department Store, Meeting Hall, Post Office
Current Function: Vacant/Not In Use
Center Arbor (added 1991 – - #91001168)
Jct. of US 64 and NC 1150, NW corner , Center
Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering, Event
Architect, builder, or engineer: Unknown
Architectural Style: No Style Listed
Area of Significance: Social History, Religion, Architecture
Period of Significance: 1925-1949, 1900-1924, 1875-1899
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Religion
Historic Sub-function: Religious Structure
Current Function: Religion
Current Sub-function: Religious Structure
Clement, Jesse, House (added 1980 – - #80002823)
Maple Ave. , Mocksville
Historic Significance: Person, Architecture/Engineering
Architect, builder, or engineer: Unknown
Architectural Style: Federal
Historic Person: Clement, Jesse
Significant Year: 1876, 1828
Area of Significance: Architecture, Commerce
Period of Significance: 1850-1874, 1825-1849
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Domestic
Historic Sub-function: Single Dwelling
Current Function: Domestic
Current Sub-function: Single Dwelling
Cooleemee *** (added 1973 – - #73001334)
Terminus of SR 1812 , Mocksville
Historic Significance: Event, Architecture/Engineering
Architect, builder, or engineer: Unknown
Architectural Style: Other
Area of Significance: Agriculture, Architecture, Landscape Architecture
Period of Significance: 1850-1874
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Agriculture/Subsistence, Domestic
Historic Sub-function: Single Dwelling
Current Function: Unknown
Davie County Courthouse ** (added 1979 – - #79001702)
Courthouse Sq. , Mocksville
Historic Significance: Event, Architecture/Engineering
Architect, builder, or engineer: Fall City Construction Co.
Architectural Style: Classical Revival
Area of Significance: Politics/Government, Architecture, Social History
Period of Significance: 1900-1924
Owner: Local
Historic Function: Government
Historic Sub-function: Courthouse
Current Function: Government
Current Sub-function: Courthouse
Davie County Jail (added 1973 – - #73001335)
20 S. Main St. , Mocksville
Historic Significance: Event, Architecture/Engineering
Architect, builder, or engineer: Austin,Henry R.
Architectural Style: No Style Listed
Area of Significance: Architecture, Social History
Period of Significance: 1825-1849
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Government
Historic Sub-function: Correctional Facility
Current Function: Domestic, Work In Progress
Current Sub-function: Single Dwelling
Downtown Mocksville Historic District (added 1990 – - #90000821)
Roughly Main St. from Water to Gaither Sts., including Town Square , Mocksville
Historic District ~ (60 acres, 21 buildings, 1 object)
Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering, Event
Architect, builder, or engineer: Multiple
Architectural Style: Other, Classical Revival, Beaux Arts
Area of Significance: Politics/Government, Commerce, Architecture
Period of Significance: 1925-1949, 1900-1924, 1875-1899
Owner: Local , Private
Historic Function: Commerce/Trade, Government
Historic Sub-function: Business, Courthouse, Department Store, Financial Institution
Current Function: Commerce/Trade, Government
Current Sub-function: Business, Courthouse, Department Store, Specialty Store
Foard–Tatum House (added 1994 – - #94000530)
At end of NC 1101 , Cooleemee
Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering
Architectural Style: Federal, Greek Revival, Other
Area of Significance: Architecture
Period of Significance: 1825-1849
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Domestic
Historic Sub-function: Secondary Structure, Single Dwelling
Current Function: Vacant/Not In Use
Fulton United Methodist Church (added 1979 – - #79001701)
S of Advance off NC 801 , Advance
Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering
Architect, builder, or engineer: Unknown
Architectural Style: Gothic, Italianate
Area of Significance: Architecture
Period of Significance: 1875-1899
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Religion
Historic Sub-function: Religious Structure
Current Function: Religion
Current Sub-function: Religious Structure
Helper, Hinton Rowan, House *** (added 1973 – - #73001336) Also known as Evans Place
U.S. 64 off I-40 , Mocksville
Historic Significance: Person
Historic Person: Helper,Hinton Rowan
Significant Year: 1849, 1829
Area of Significance: Politics/Government
Period of Significance: 1825-1849
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Domestic
Historic Sub-function: Single Dwelling
Current Function: Domestic
Current Sub-function: Single Dwelling
Hodges Business College (added 2000 – - #00000990) Also known as Hodges School
NC 1819, 0.15 mi. SE of jct. with NC 801 , Mocksville
Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering, Event
Architectural Style: Gothic Revival
Area of Significance: Architecture, Education
Period of Significance: 1900-1924, 1875-1899
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Education
Historic Sub-function: School
Current Function: Vacant/Not In Use
McGuire–Setzer House (added 1992 – - #92001152)
NC 1139 0.2 mi. S of Mocksville town limits , Mocksville
Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering
Architect, builder, or engineer: Unknown
Architectural Style: Federal, Other
Area of Significance: Architecture
Period of Significance: 1825-1849
Owner: Local
Historic Function: Domestic
Historic Sub-function: Secondary Structure, Single Dwelling
Current Function: Vacant/Not In Use
North Main Street Historic District (added 1990 – - #90000822)
Roughly Main St. from Church St. to Mocksville city limits , Mocksville
Historic District ~ (730 acres, 115 buildings)
Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering, Event
Architect, builder, or engineer: Call,James, Barber & Klutz
Architectural Style: Late 19th And Early 20th Century American Movements, Late 19th And 20th Century Revivals, Late Victorian
Area of Significance: Architecture, Community Planning And Development
Period of Significance: 1925-1949, 1900-1924, 1875-1899, 1850-1874, 1825-1849
Owner: Local , Private
Historic Function: Domestic, Education, Recreation And Culture, Religion
Historic Sub-function: Outdoor Recreation, Religious Structure, School, Single Dwelling
Current Function: Domestic, Recreation And Culture, Religion
Current Sub-function: Outdoor Recreation, Religious Structure, Single Dwelling
Salisbury Street Historic District (added 1990 – - #90000819)
Roughly Salisbury St. from Kelly St. to Lexington Rd. , Mocksville
Historic District ~ (170 acres, 40 buildings)
Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering, Event
Architect, builder, or engineer: Call,Samuel, Call,James
Architectural Style: Queen Anne, Italianate, Greek Revival
Area of Significance: Architecture, Community Planning And Development
Period of Significance: 1900-1924, 1875-1899, 1850-1874, 1825-1849
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Domestic, Education
Historic Sub-function: School, Single Dwelling
Current Function: Commerce/Trade, Domestic
Current Sub-function: Business, Single Dwelling
Shutt, John Edward Belle, House and Outbuildings (added 1996 – - #96000567)
2177 NC 801, S , Advance
Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering, Event
Architect, builder, or engineer: Shutt,John Edward Belle (J.E.B.)
Architectural Style: No Style Listed
Area of Significance: Social History, Commerce, Architecture
Period of Significance: 1925-1949, 1900-1924, 1875-1899
Owner: Private
Historic Function: Domestic
Historic Sub-function: Multiple Dwelling, Single Dwelling
Current Function: Domestic
Current Sub-function: Multiple Dwelling, Single Dwelling
Free Event Tonight ~ Movie Night at Misty Creek
Posted by admin in Things To Do, Vineyards on March 8, 2012
On Friday evening, March 9 th from 6:30-9:30 PM, Misty Creek will host a showing of “The Great Escape” starring Steve McQueen, James Coburn, Charles Bronson, James Garner and Richard Attenborough. This is a free movie and includes hot pop corn. Wine will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle.
The Great Escape
In 1943 the Germans opened Stalag Luft III, a maximum security prisoner of war camp designed to hold even the craftiest of escape artists, and in the process unwittingly assembled the finest escape team in military history. This true story is the largest prison breakout ever attempted.
Misty Creek Farm & Vineyards is located at 710 Wyo Road in Mocksville. Questions, visit them on the web or feel free to call Misty Creek at (336) 998-3303.
$80 Million New Hospital Construction Project Begins ~ Wake Forest Baptist Health – West Campus
Posted by admin in Davie County Economic Development, Featured Buildings and Sites, People, Top Stories on March 5, 2012
The sights and sounds of construction are beginning in Davie County, North Carolina as site preparation begins for phase one of the $80 million Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center complex on Highway 801 at Interstate 40. Phase one will consist of an outpatient center and medical office building. Approximately 200 jobs will be created by phase one, excluding construction jobs.
The complex will be named Wake Forest Baptist Health – West Campus.
Larger Than Originally Planned
The medical office building will be larger than originally planned. It will be a four story, 60,000 square foot building containing physician offices. The building was originally projected to be 35,000 square feet.
The outpatient center will be 101,000 square feet. The three-level building will contain an emergency department, outpatient surgery and diagnostic imaging.
“The increased size of the medical office building will enable us to meet more of the needs of residents of the Davie County, western Forsyth County and southern Yadkin County region,” said John McConnell, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. “The larger size is also a reflection of the interest by a broad range of physicians in having full time offices in a convenient location for patients.”
Contemporary Design Incorporates Natural Features
In describing the architecture of the buildings McConnell said, “The design is contemporary and progressive, while being open and airy with a friendly feel. The use of brick, stone and masonry reflects the architectural style on our main campus and other buildings while being compatible with the environment of eastern Davie County,” added McConnell.
“The streams on the site meander between the footprint of the medical office building and outpatient center, making it a natural garden feature for the entire development,” said Charles Auerbach, Vice President of HKS, Inc, the architect for the medical center. “The buildings are joined by a connector that contains a common entrance lobby,” said Auerbach.
HKS is working with Stimmel Associates of Winston Salem, a landscape architectural and civil engineering firm, and Leach Walllace, a consulting engineering firm in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Summit Healthcare Group of Winston Salem is developing the medical office building which is expected to be completed in the summer of 2013.
The outpatient center is a more complex structure with specialized equipment. The building is scheduled for completion late next year.
Development Will Bring High Skilled Jobs and Professionals to Davie County
“This is a special day in the history of Davie County,” said Terry Bralley, President of the Davie County Economic Development Commission. “Our citizens are being rewarded for their unwavering support and patience. Today’s announcement is a major step toward securing high-quality healthcare for our citizens, without funds from our taxpayers.”
“The plans announced today for a larger medical office building are a statement of the confidence in and commitment to every citizen of this county,” continued Bralley. “This project will be a catalyst for future residential and commercial development, bringing highly skilled jobs and professionals to our community.”
Thank You Davie County Hospital Employees
Phase two of the plan includes the development of hospital beds, scheduled to be completed in 2017. Wake forest Baptist will close Davie County Hospital in Mocksville when the hospital beds are open. Employees will be transitioned to the new hospital or elsewhere in the Wake Forest Baptist Medical Care system. “This project reflects well on the professionalism, commitment to Davie County citizens, and hard work of the employees of Davie County Hospital,” said Bralley.
River Hill Commons
Summit Healthcare Group also is developing the commercial property on the site, called River Hill Commons. Restaurants, shops, professional offices, banks and hotels have expressed interest in the development, said Joe Joseph, a partner at Summit. “Interest is across the board in the commercial sector,” he said, “and we expect more interest how that construction has begun.”
About Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is a fully integrated academic medical center located in Winston Salem, North Carolina. The institution comprises the medical education and research components of Wake Forest School of Medicine, the integrated clinical structure and consumer brand Wake Forest Baptist Health, which includes North Carolina Baptist Hospital and Brenner Children’s Hospital; the commercialization of research discoveries through the Piedmont Triad Research Park, as well as a network of affiliated community-based hospitals, physician practices, out[patient services and other medical facilities. Wake Forest School of Medicine is ranked among the nation’s best medical schools and is a leading national research center in fields such as regenerative medicine, cancer, neuroscience, aging, addiction and public health services. Wake Forest Baptist’s clinical programs are consistently ranked as among the best in the country by U.S. News and World Report.
DCCC President Dr. Mary Rittling Named 2012 President of the Year
Posted by admin in Davie County Economic Development, Davie County Schools, People, Top Stories on February 29, 2012
The North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges has confirmed that the 2012 President of the Year for North Carolina is DCCC President Dr. Mary Rittling. DCCC is the Community College of Davidson and Davie Counties.
The President of the Year Award was established by the State Board of Community Colleges to encourage, identify, and reward outstanding leadership and commitment to the community college mission among the presidents of the 58 institutions of the North Carolina Community College System. The recipient receives a plaque and $8,000. In addition, the foundation of the recipient’s institution receives a cash prize of $2,000.
Dr. Rittling will be honored on April 19th, 2012 at the Excellence Event that is held each year in Raleigh, bringing together community college representatives, legislators, and other special guests from across the state.
Terry Bralley, President of the Davie County Economic Development Commission said, “Mary Rittling is doing an outstanding job supporting the training of our workforce. She is one of the key people helping economic development maintain and create jobs.”
Beth Parrott, Chair of the DCCC Board of Trustees said, “Dr. Rittling is quick to tell people that what she is able to accomplish for DCCC comes only because of the amazing faculty, staff, trustees, and Foundation directors who support this school and our students on a daily basis. She is also quick to remind everyone that the focus should always be our students – they are why we are here, why we have passion for our jobs, and why we are always reaching for more.”
Please join us in thanking Dr. Rittling for helping DCCC and North Carolina Community Colleges reach new levels of success!
Additional Resources
DCCC ~ The College of Davidson and Davie Counties
North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges
Davie County Economic Development Commission
SuccessNC – Focus on Student Success
Previously Published Articles Featuring Dr. Rittling
Ingersoll Rand is Meeting the Workforce Development Challenges of a Global Economy in Davie County
DCCC Awarded $2.6 Million ~ Deliver High Skilled Training for High Wage Jobs!
$7.5 Million Gift Assures Continued Academic Leadership and Workforce Preparedness for Davidson and Davie Counties
140 New Manufacturing Jobs Coming to Davie County
140 New Manufacturing Jobs Coming to Davie County
Posted by admin in Davie County Economic Development, Top Stories on February 27, 2012
Carolina Precision Plastics, operating as CPP Global, a manufacturer of packaging products for the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries is opening a new manufacturing plant in Mocksville this spring, investing $5.3 million and creating 140 new manufacturing jobs. Salaries will vary by job function, but the average annual wage for the new jobs will be $39,183 plus benefits.
CPP Global manufactures packaging for some of the world’s most recognized products.
The CPP Global plant is located at the former Kaydon ball bearing plant on highway 601 South in Mocksville. Manufacturing is expected to begin this spring.
Why CPP Global Selected Davie County for 140 New Jobs
The decision on where to invest in a new manufacturing plant is one of the most important decisions a company makes.
Long term success for the company requires the right location, the availability of a skilled workforce, strong workforce development programs, and well developed utility, energy, communication, and transportation assets.
Location, Location, Location
Davie County’s location in central North Carolina, bisected by I-40, with I-85 and I-77 only minutes away is within a one day drive of 60% of the US market, one half of the nation’s population and one trillion dollars of industrial production. Rail freight services available through Southern and Norfolk Southern and two major airports within about an hour’s drive also make Davie County an attractive location for manufacturing.
Skilled Workforce
The commuting pattern for workers in Davie County indicates that over 12,000 people, or 70% of our workforce travels out of the county for work each day while 5,000 people travel into Davie County for work. This 37% workforce net out-migration pattern translates into the availability of an available skilled workforce in Davie County.
Workforce Development Training and the High Performance Manufacturing Association
DCCC, the Community College of Davidson and Davie Counties, provides cutting edge, globally competitive workforce development solutions through campuses in Davidson and Davie Counties.
HPMA ~ Lean, Continuous Improvement and Sustainability
In addition to workforce development and training programs, DCCC also coordinates the activities of the High Performance Manufacturing Association. In cooperation with the North Carolina Department of Commerce and the North Carolina State University Industrial Extension Service, HPMA helps local companies develop and maintain competitive advantages in the areas of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and sustainability.
Davie County State and Local Partners
Landing this project required the hard work and coordination of state and local leaders to bring new manufacturing jobs to Davie County. Project leaders included North Carolina State Representative Julia Howard, Davie County Economic Development Commission President Terry Bralley, DCCC President Dr. Mary Rittling, Melissa Smith and others from the North Carolina Department of Commerce, the North Carolina Rural Center, and the North Carolina Department of Transportation.
Representative Howard played an instrumental role championing Davie County in the successful effort to win a state grant which helped fund the development of a rail spur on behalf of Davie County and CPP Global. The availability of rail transportation in Davie County plays a significant role in local economic development.
The North Carolina Department of Commerce also played an important role as they supported CPP Global with this important site selection project. Melissa Smith of the NC Department of Commerce led the site selection search on behalf of CPP Global and the state of North Carolina. The NC Department of Commerce was instrumental in helping CPP Global win a $250,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. The One NC Fund provides financial assistance through local governments to attract business projects that will stimulate economic activity and create new jobs in the state. Companies receive no money up front and must meet job creation and investment performance standards to qualify for grant funds.
CPP Global Job Openings Appeared on Davie County Jobs Web Site
Last month Davie County launched a new web site to connect Davie County job seekers with Davie County employers. New jobs at the Davie County CPP Global facility began appearing on the new Davie County Jobs site several weeks ahead of the official announcement last week.
APPPLY HERE: Click on either of the images below taken from the Davie County Jobs site to apply for these particular jobs on-line.
Thank You
Please join is in thanking CPP Global for choosing Davie County.
Additional Resources
CPP Global
Davie County Jobs
Davie County Economic Development Commission
One North Carolina Fund
North Carolina Department of Commerce
24th Annual Shamrock Run, Walk and Tots Trot Establishes Memorial Cup to Honor DCHS Coach Daric Beiter
Posted by admin in Top Stories on February 20, 2012
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he 24th annual Shamrock Run, Walk and Tots Trot, sponsored by St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, the Davie County Chamber of Commerce will be held on Saturday, March 3rd, 2012. A portion of the proceeds from this annual event will be donated to the Advocacy Center of Davie County.
New for 2012 ~ Coach Beiter Memorial Cup and Scholarship Fund
Daric Beiter was the head track and cross country coach at Davie County High School from 2001-2011, taught social studies, was the department chair and named Teacher of the Year in 2010. He was a loving husband, a friend to all, and a long time supporter of the Shamrock Run. Daric sadly passed away last spring on his 37th birthday.
As Coach Beiter inspired countless student athletes throughout his career, we will be presenting the First Annual Coach Beiter Memorial Cup! Each year the names of the top male and female finisher from Davie County High School will be engraved and the cup will be on display at the High School.
The Shamrock Run is also supporting the Daric Beiter Memorial Scholarship Fund and asking race participants to add a dollar or more to their registration fee for an additional Scholarship donation.
5k and 10k Races Certified by USA Track and Field Association
The 5k and 10k races are certified by the USA Track and Field Association and will run a scenic route through the heart of historic downtown Mocksville. All runners will get an official race t-shirt and will be able to attend a post-race party with free food, music, awards, door prizes and lots of fun!
The Davie Family YMCA will provide child-care free for registered race participants.
Registration
You may register online at www.active.com or you may register via mail by downloading and completing the race entryform. You may also register in person the day before the race (see race schedule below for information on in person registrations). Early registration is encouraged.
Race Schedule:
Friday, March 2nd
- 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. – In-Person Registration and Early Packet Pickup
- 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. – Pizza and Refreshments!!
Saturday, March 3rd, Race Day!!
- 7:00 a.m. – In-Person Registration and Packet Pickup begins
- 8:15 a.m.- 5K Run Steps Off
- 8:15 a.m. – Competitive Walk & Fun Walk
- 9 a.m.- 10K Run
- 10 a.m.- Tots Trot Begins
- 10:15 a.m. – Awards Ceremony
Mardi Gras and Gumbo Festival This Saturday!
Posted by admin in Top Stories on February 16, 2012
On Saturday, February 18th from 1 to 5 PM, Raylen Vineyards and Winery in Davie County will host its ninth annual Fat Saturday Mardi Gras and Gumbo Festival.
Celebrate the energy of Mardi Gras with the musical entertainment provided by the Swamp Cats, a New Orleans style Jazz band, enjoy a savory bowl of spicy hot Gumbo provided by the Full Moon Oyster Bar and a glass of fine wine from the Raylen Winery.
The Swamp Cats are great performers with a huge following in the southeast. “We like to involve our audiences and encourage caterwauling during our concerts,” notes the Swamp Cats leader, Paul “Doc” Fribush. “Everybody in the band steps up for a turn at the mike or is allowed space to stretch out on the instrument of his choice.”
$15 admission includes beads, wine, gumbo and parking. You are welcome to bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets, but no pets or coolers.
Davie County Arts Council Casino Night ~ Feb 18th
Posted by admin in Things To Do, Top Stories on February 13, 2012
A Win-Win for all!
This is your opportunity to support the the Davie County Arts Council while enjoying a memorable evening of fun at the Bermuda Run Country Club! The Davie County Arts Council annual fundraiser event will be held this Saturday, February 18th from 7:30 to 11:30 PM at Bermuda Run Country Club.
This will be an evening of innocent fun using play money at professionally run tables of Roulette, Black Jack, Craps, Texas Hold’em and Bingo. Tickets are available in advance for $45 by calling the box office at 751-3000 or at the door for $50. Admission includes $300 in play money, light refreshments, one merchandise raffle ticket and a cash bar. You must be 21 to attend.
The Davie County Arts Council
The Davie County Arts Council was established in 1975 as a non-profit organization dedicated to the discovery, appreciation and enrichment of the arts throughout Davie County. Located on historic Main Street in the town of Mocksville, the Arts Council has been carrying out its mission of “Connecting PEOPLE to the ARTS!” for over 30 years.
Community Outreach and the Brock Center for Performing Arts
In addition to community outreach programs and arts education for children, the Arts Council schedules and presents art events and performances at the Brock Performing Arts Center. The “Brock”–a beautifully renovated performing space–is quickly earning a reputation for being a premier listening room for acoustical music in North Carolina and hosts a performing arts series each year highlighting music, theater, dance and more! The 485-seat center is available for rent by the community and professional performers with special rates for non-profit organizations.
For more information on programs made possible through the Davie County Arts Council, please visit their web site at http://www.daviearts.org.
“Kids Love History” Valentine Bake Sale Starts 10 AM Saturday
Posted by admin in People, Things To Do on February 9, 2012
Sweets for Your Sweets
A Valentines Bake Sale will be held in Cooleemee starting at 10 AM on Saturday, February 11th in front of the Dollar General Store. Proceeds will benefit the Cooleemee Historical Association’s unique kids’ history programs that have given “roots” to an entire generation of local children.
Several dozen local bakers will be contributing “sweets for your sweets” to keep the “Discovering Our Heritage” Kids Programs operating. “Homemade cakes, cookies, cup cakes and other items will be sold until they’re all gone” says Jennifer Godbey, coordinator of the project.
If you would like to contribute a baked item to the sale, please bring it to the Zachary House on Friday, February 10th between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contributions to this youth work are always welcome. For more information call 284-6040.
CHA ~Helping A New Generation Celebrate Cooleemee’s Heritage
When Cooleemee turned one hundred in 1998, Courtney Gibson was a member of the first Cooleemee Kids History Club. Members came to the historic Zachary House every Tuesday afternoon to do a few chores, eat a snack and learn history. Their initials were carved in the wet cement that formed the base of the Fire Fighters Museum they helped create.
Courtney Gibson Plott is now grown, with two children and last year she moved back to her hometown of Cooleemee. While decorating for her sister Tiffany’s baby shower at the Zachary House, she noticed a photo stuck up with push pins on the kitchen bulletin board. There she was, a fifth grader in 1998, dressed just as her great grandmother, Lula Creed Gibson, would have been in 1910 when she was a girl spinner at the cotton mill. Courtney called her four year-old daughter, Elizabeth, to take a look. “Mama, you’re beautiful,” said Elizabeth.
Courtney told her daughter that someday, she could wear that dress. Last December, her son, Christopher, attended his first heritage lesson at the Zachary House along with his kindergarten classmates. They saw toys without batteries. And, from history, they learned that Christmas could be great even without much money, so long as you had your family and knew the meaning of the holiday. Courtney recalls that he was especially excited about the “poke” he brought home.
Generations of Heritage
Cooleemee’s strong hometown pride was passed down to Courtney by her dad, Bill, who served for many years as the CVFD’s fire chief here, and her Grandma Ann who has now passed away. This pride was also fed by Cooleemee’s strong emphasis on history and heritage. Another Kids History Club alum, Christie Taylor Jones, now teaches 3rd grade at Cooleemee Elementary School. Last fall she smiled as her students passed by her old house on Main Street during their “Great Walking Tour of Old Cooleemee.”
Eventually, CHA’s youth work evolved into the “Discovering Our Heritage” project. The project has provided seven summer heritage camps for local children. Lesson help kids learn how their ancestors lived in a mill town and before that in the Carolina Piedmont’s backcountry.
Davie County Civic Forum ~ Share Your Ideas
Posted by admin in Davie County Economic Development, People, Top Stories on February 8, 2012
Do you have ideas that could make Davie County and the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina a more sustainable place to work, live, and get around? The Piedmont Triad Sustainable Communities Planning Project has established an online forum, “Piedmont Voice,” for each county in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina.
Help Shape the Future ~ The Davie County “MindMixer”
Join the Davie County MindMixer, an online conversation, and help shape a future where communities across the Piedmont Triad become more resilient through tough economic times by creating innovative solutions to sustainable development.
Strengths and Challenges of the Piedmont Triad ~ A Davie County Perspective
The Davie County Piedmont Voice MindMixer forum grew from topics discussed during a civic forum held at the Davie County Library on Tuesday, January 31st. Community leaders, activists and citizens from across Davie County attended the meeting and developed a preliminary consensus view of the strengths and challenges of the Piedmont Triad from a Davie County perspective.
The Davie County MindMixer forum is up and running with two active topics of discussion. What are the strengths of the Piedmont Triad region? What are the challenges of the Piedmont Triad?
Regional strengths identified by Davie County participants include our quality workforce, excellent highway infrastructure, access to excellent healthcare, abundant higher education opportunities, productive farmland, recreational resources and small town charm.
Regional challenges identifies by Davie County participants include public transportation options, bike paths, abandoned job centers, and capitalizing on assets.
It’s Your Turn
Do you have a different take on strengths and challenges? Do you have a different list of priorities? Make your opinions count by becoming part of the ongoing conversation at the Davie County Sustainable Communities MindMixer forum.
To learn more about the MindMixer online conversation and why it matters, visit “How it Works.”
Cooperative Effort Funded by Regional Grant
The Piedmont Triad, which includes Davie County, has been awarded $1.6 Million from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development to create a regional plan intended to build economic competitiveness by connecting housing with good jobs, quality schools and transportation.
Additional Resources:
Piedmont Triad Sustainable Communities Planning Project
Davie County MindMixer Civic Forum
Mindmixer ~ How it Works
Piedmont Voice
Piedmont Triad Regional Council
Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation
Article announcing the January 31st Civic Forum
Economic Development App
Use your Android bar code reader to install the Davie County Economic Development Commission Android App on your Android phone. Apple iPhone/Ipad version coming soon!
