Independence Day Celebration On Tap Saturday
17th Annual Show to Feature Country Music Artist

A performance by Stephen Cochran, a military veteran and rising star in country music, will highlight the 17th Annual Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2009. This free event will be held at Currituck Heritage Park in Corolla. Festivities begin at 5:00 p.m., and will include live music, vendors, and a fireworks show. More
 

Visitors to the 2008 Independence Day Celebration enjoyed a variety of activities and a fantastic fireworks show over Currituck Sound.

Fireworks Reminder:  Not All Types Permitted in County
Currituck Follows State Regulations on Fireworks Use

While celebrating Independence Day this weekend, residents and vacationers should remember that not all types of fireworks are permitted within Currituck County. More

Doyle Takes Reins As Schools' Superintendent
New Leader Named Following Warren's Retirement

Dr. Meghan S. Doyle was sworn in July 1, 2009 as the Superintendent of Currituck County Public Schools. Doyle previously served as Assistant Superintendent and replaces Michael Warren, who recently retired.

At right, Dr. Doyle (L) takes her oath of office as Superintendent, which was administered by Clerk
of Court Sheila Tyler (R).

Photo courtesy of Currituck County Public Schools.

DSS Summer Tips:  Water Safety For Children
Keeping A Close Eye Helps Keep Children Safe

Summertime includes playtime for children in swimming pools and at the beach. As parents, adhere to the following tips to ensure your child's safety in the water:

• Never leave children in the water unsupervised. Make sure an adult is constantly watching them and is not distracted by telephones, reading, outdoor chores, etc.
• Teach your child how to swim.
• Use a U.S. Coast Guard - approved life jacket designed for children.
• Childproof swimming pools. Include a fence around backyard and/or pool, keep gates locked, and remove steps when not in use.
• Teach children to swim with a buddy.
• Do not let children eat or chew gum while in the water.
• Obey beach warnings for rip currents or dangerous conditions.
• At the beach, swim in water near a lifeguard stand location. 
• Get trained in basic water safety, first aid and CPR.

For more information on summer safety tips for children, contact the Department of Social Services at 232-3083.

Dialing 9-1-1: Cooperation & Info Can Save Lives
Communications Center Initiates Emergency Response

Currituck County 9-1-1 Dispatchers provide life-saving emergency instructions to callers before medics or other trained responders arrive on scene.

Callers with a medical emergency are connected to a trained 9-1-1 professional, an Emergency Medical Dispatcher. In the precious minutes before the arrival of additional trained responders, an EMD can provide the caller with basic information necessary to save a life with CPR, control bleeding in cases of severe hemorrhage, protect the unconscious victim, open an airway, assist with childbirth and even recommend aspirin to callers complaining of chest pains or heart attack symptoms in order to prevent heart damage in certain heart attack patients.

One of the biggest challenges for the EMD is gaining the trust and cooperation of the caller. More

Coming Soon:  Handy Homer On The 'Net
Tips And Information At Your Fingertips

Look for me on Inspection’s new website coming later this month. It’s interactive and I will be there to help along the way. I will have all the information you need when it comes to obtaining a residential building permit. If you need more help or have questions, just ask me via e- mail.

Ol' Handy is at your service!