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Introducing the New DSS Director for Sampson County
Sampson County is excited to welcome Patty Santos as the new Director of the Department of Social Services (DSS). With deep community roots and extensive experience in social services, Santos is dedicated to improving both the department and the lives of our residents. Her primary goals include fostering a culture of respect and appreciation to enhance staff retention, strengthening training programs, and implementing a quality assurance system to improve services. Santos is committed to transparency, accountability, and ensuring that DSS resources effectively meet the evolving needs of Sampson County families. Patty Santos is currently serving as the Interim Director of Social Services and will officially assume the role of Director on January 1, 2025.
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Ivanhoe Water Project Community Meeting 12-12-2024
 Sampson County Public Works had a great turnout at the recent Ivanhoe Community meeting. The water sign-up is entirely voluntary, allowing residents to choose whether or not to participate. Qualified residents who were unable to attend the meeting are welcome to sign up at the Sampson County Public Works office during regular business hours. The sign-up deadline is January 7, 2024, so interested residents are encouraged to act soon. For more information about the project and how to apply, please visit www.sampsoncountync.gov/ivanhoe.
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Grassroots Grant from Sampson County Arts Council
 🎨 There’s still time to apply! The deadline for the N.C. Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program Grants has been extended to January 15—but don’t wait!
These grants provide crucial funding to support creative projects that bring the arts to life in Sampson County. Let’s continue to inspire and connect our community through the power of the arts.
Apply now: https://sampsonarts.net/grassroots-grants
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Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)
The Sampson County Department of Social Services will begin taking applications for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) on December 2, 2024.
The month of December 2024 will be for our priority group. These groups are defined as:
- Households containing an elderly person age 60 and above or
- Households containing persons with disabilities that receives services through the Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), Disabled persons are defined as receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Administration (SSA) or Veterans Administration (VA) disability.
Starting January 2, 2025 through March 31, 2025 any households can apply.
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Christmas Holiday Safety
Holiday Shopping
Stay alert and be aware of what's going on around you.
Park in a well-lighted space, and be sure to lock the car, close the windows, and hide shopping bags and gifts in the trunk.
Avoid carrying large amounts or cash; pay with a check or credit card whenever possible.
Shopping with kids? Teach them to go to a store clerk or security guard if you get separated.
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Don't Drink and Drive
The holiday season is a time for celebration, spending time with loved ones, and creating memories. Let's make the choice to keep our roads safe and make sure everyone gets home safe.
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Remember: If You Drink, Don’t Drive
- Designate a driver or call a friend or family member for a ride
- Drive sober. Stay safe. Save lives.
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Post-Holiday Reminder
Avoid becoming an easy target for post-holiday burglars by NOT leaving boxes for new electronics and other items in the recycling pick-up locations for several days at a time.
- Break down any boxes you are throwing out, put them in garbage bags and place them inside a trash can. (In many cases, especially with computer equipment, you might consider keeping the boxes for safe storage, shipping or moving in the future.)
- Think about keeping broken-down boxes inside until the evening before your regular recycling pick-up.
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Holiday Closure Notice
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Sampson County Offices will be closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, December 24, 25, 26, 2024 in observance of Christmas Holiday.
Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁⛄
County Holiday Schedule
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Upcoming Activities and Events
Boogie for the Arts 2024
Don’t miss out on an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration featuring Carl Newton's Review at the Sampson County Expo Center!
📅 Tuesday, December 31, 2024
🕢 Doors open at 7:30 PM
🎤 Show starts at 8:00 PM
Let’s dance, celebrate, and ring in the New Year in style – all while supporting the arts in Sampson County!
🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.sampsoncenterstage.com/boogie-for-the-arts-2024-nye-bash.html
Big thanks to our sponsors: Boogie Shoes Radio, Star Communications, and Nissan of Clinton for making this event possible.
This event is presented by the Sampson Arts Council and Sampson Center Stage.
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