The Oxford Public Ledger

****UPDATE****

BrightSpeed has informed us that they are currently in an open-for-sale period following their recent fiber build in our community. As part of this process, they have deployed a D2D sales team to offer sign-up options for their new fiber services.

There was a miscommunication within their sales team, which has since been clarified. We appreciate everyone who reached out with concerns and want to ensure our city remains informed and vigilant.

If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact the City of Oxford at 919.603.1102 or BrightSpeed at 855.621.1644.

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🚨 Possible Scam Alert! 🚨

Attention, Oxford residents! We’ve been informed about an individual claiming to represent Brightspeed Fiber. They are falsely stating that your first month of service is free and covered by the City of Oxford. This information is incorrect.

Please be cautious! If you are approached with this offer, do not sign any contracts without verification. If you have any doubts or concerns, contact the City of Oxford or Bright speed directly to confirm the legitimacy of the offer.

Stay safe and informed!

City of Oxford: 919.603.1120
Brightspeed help: 833-370-2914

🎶📢 Music on Main Postponed

Due to the inclement weather, we regret to inform you that tomorrow's Music on Main has been postponed. We are currently working on rescheduling the event and will provide updates as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding and stay tuned for the new date! 🎵🌧️

OPD says It's Still On!! Some of the outdoor activities have been cancelled, but the rest, including give-aways and magic show, will be in the gym!

REMINDER! National Night Out is next week! Tuesday the 6th at Hix Field and Gym! A night of fun to bring the community together! Here's a peak at what to expect:
-Check out the Duke Life Flight Emergency Helicopter between 5:00 and 6:30pm!
-Be a part of the interactive magic show starting at 6:00pm!
-Prize Raffles at 5:30, 6:30, and 7:30pm!
-Bookbag Giveaway!
-Dunk a police officer or fire fighter in the dunk tank!
-Visit with some four-legged friends at Granville County Animal Shelter trailer that are looking for a fur-ever home!
-Check out various emergency service vehicles: fire trucks, police cars, and tow trucks!
-Inflatables!
-Games and activities!
-Food of course!
This event could potentially be affected by the weather. So, pray, cross your fingers, or do an anti-rain dance!

REMINDER! National Night Out is next week! Tuesday the 6th at Hix Field and Gym! A night of fun to bring the community together! Here's a peak at what to expect:
-Check out the Duke Life Flight Emergency Helicopter between 5:00 and 6:30pm!
-Be a part of the interactive magic show starting at 6:00pm!
-Prize Raffles at 5:30, 6:30, and 7:30pm!
-Bookbag Giveaway!
-Dunk a police officer or fire fighter in the dunk tank!
-Visit with some four-legged friends at Granville County Animal Shelter trailer that are looking for a fur-ever home!
-Check out various emergency service vehicles: fire trucks, police cars, and tow trucks!
-Inflatables!
-Games and activities!
-Food of course!
This event could potentially be affected by the weather. So, pray, cross your fingers, or do an anti-rain dance!

Today's Edition!!!!!!

GCPS has received the Community Eligibility Provision grant! Starting tomorrow, February 1, all students in GCPS will receive free school meals for breakfast and lunch through the remainder of the school year. So, if your child eats breakfast and/or lunch at school, their meal will be free starting tomorrow. We are so excited to provide these free meals to all of our students!

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As of Tuesday morning, deputies and volunteers are continuing the search in the Antioch Community. Sheriff Fountain suggests that if you wish to assist, simply dropping off water or food for these volunteers would be appreciated.

⚠️ Urgent Message (Missing Person 11/6/23)⚠️

The Granville County Sheriff's Office is asking the public to be on the lookout for Eddie Harris. He is an 83 year old black male, measuring 5 feet 6 inches and weighing 186 pounds.

Harris was last seen at his residence on West Antioch Road near Oxford wearing bib overalls on Saturday, November 4.

If you have seen him or have any information on his whereabouts, please contact the Granville County Sheriff's Office at 919-693-3213.

The Spooktacular event may have gotten rescheduled for November 1, but that doesn't mean we can't keep the haunted part going!!

Come on out to the Downtown Spooktacular event, not only for the Haunted House by Shear Desire Hair Salon, the herse being brought by Granville County Historical Society Granville Museum, or the wizard wands available for purchase! Make sure to also come out for the costume contest being sponsored by Bliss Nutrition!!

Beginning at 5:30 pm, with winners and prizes announced at 6:00 pm!

*******ASSISTANCE REQUESTED**********
The Oxford Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating Robert Sorray Bobbitt. Bobbitt is wanted in connection with the shooting of Darius Salk Jordan on 10-20-2023. Please contact the Oxford Police Department (919-693-3161), Granville County Crimestoppers (919-693-3100), your local law enforcement agency, or call 911, if you know the whereabouts of Bobbitt. Do not attempt to apprehend Bobbitt as he may be armed and is considered dangerous.

Due to weather concerns, the Downtown Oxford Spooktacular event is being postponed to Wednesday, November 1, 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Come on out for the annual candy stroll, face painting, a costume contest, and spooky music!! We can't wait to see you!

One-Stop Early Voting for the 2023 Municipal Election for the Town of Butner, City of Creedmoor, City of Oxford, and Town of Stem began on Thursday, October 19 and continues through Saturday, November 4. Election Day will be Tuesday, November 7. The Granville County Board of Elections offers two early voting locations, which voters can use regardless of where they live in Granville County. The Town of Stovall does not participate in early voting so those voters must cast their ballots either through the absentee ballot process or on Election Day.

Effective with the 2023 Municipal Election, valid photo identification is required to vote. Information about approved forms of identification and North Carolina’s voter photo ID requirement can be found on the NC State Board of Elections website: https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/voter-id

To verify your voter registration is current and valid, please visit https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/.

One-Stop Early Voting Locations

Oxford Public Works Building meeting room (127 Penn Avenue, Oxford)
South Branch Library multipurpose room (1550 South Campus Drive, Creedmoor)

One-Stop Early Voting Dates and Times (applies to all locations)

Monday, October 23, 2023 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 24, 2023 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 26, 2023 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Friday, October 27, 2023 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday, October 30, 2023 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 31, 2023 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 2, 2023 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Friday, November 3, 2023 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 4, 2023 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

For more information about voting in Granville County, please visit the Board of Elections website (https://www.granvillecounty.org/government/board-of-elections/) or call 919-693-2515.

On October 20th 2023, at approximately 8:47 p.m., deputies responded to a shooting that occurred at a residence on Southern Court in Oxford. Responding deputies located two adults with gunshot wounds.

One of the victims Ms. Melinda Anderson had succumb to a gunshot wound. A male victim was transported to the hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries. Granville County Sheriff’s Office detectives are investigating and ask that anyone with information to contact the GCSO at 919.693.3213 or 919.690.0444 or contact Granville County Crime Stoppers at 919.693.3100.

The GCSO would like to thank Granville County 911, Vance County Sheriff’s Office and the NC SBI for their assistance.

The GCSO would like to express our deepest condolences to the victims family and friends.

Granville County Sheriff’s Office