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Roxboro, North Carolina Roxboro (pronounced rocs-boro) is a city and the county seat of Person County, North Carolina. As of the 2000 census the city of Roxboro has a population of 8,696. History Roxboro is named after a city in Scotland; Roxburgh. Although spelled differently they are pronounced the same. Prior to the official adoption of the name Roxboro, the community was known as 'Mocassin Gap'. The city of Roxboro was incorporated on January 9, 1855 and remains the only municipality in Person County. Geography Roxboro is located at 36°23′30″N 78°58′55″W / 36.39167°N 78.98194°W / 36.39167; -78.98194 (36.391690, -78.981877).According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.3 square miles (16.3 km²), of which, 6.3 square miles (16.2 km²) of it is land and 0.16% is water. Climate Roxboro has a moderate subtropical climate, with moderate weather in the spring, fall, and winter. However, summers can be hot and humid. Winter temperatures generally range from highs in the low 50s°F (10-13 °C) to lows in the upper 20s-mid 30s°F (-2 to 2 °C), though 60 °F degree weather is not uncommon. Spring and fall days are usually in the low to mid 70s°F (low 20s°C), with nights in the 50s°F (10-14 °C). Summer days are often in the upper 80s and low 90s °F (30-35 °C,) with very high humidity. The rainiest months are July and August.Roxboro receives an average of 8.8' of snow per winter. Freezing rain and sleet occur most winters, and occasionally the area experiences a major, damaging ice storm. Roxboro is often dubbed the 'Snow Capital of the Triangle' due to TV news crews from Raleigh/Durham descending upon the city any time the weather forecast calls for frozen precipitation in north central North Carolina. City Council Sam Spencer, Mayor Merilyn P. Newell, Mayor Pro-Tem Henry Daniel, Councilman Sandy Stigall, Councilman James Allen, Councilman Current Statistics In 2005, 0 murders or non-negligent manslaughters were reported within city limits, per the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Uniform Crime Reports. Business Roxboro businesses include electrical, textile, manufacturing, aerodynamics, administrative, winery, brokering, food processing, automotive, tobacco agriculture, aluminum and paper products. Roxboro is also adjacent to North Carolina's Research Triangle region, home to numerous high-tech companies and enterprises.Largest Employers in Roxboro:GKN Driveline Eaton Corporation Georgia-Pacific Corporation Person Memorial Hospital- affiliated withDuke University Health System Other Businesses based in or operated in Roxboro:Force Protection Inc Alsco Metals Corporation Louisiana-Pacific Corporation Flue-Cured Tobacco Cooperative Mark Line Industries North American Aerodynamics, Inc. Wesbell Technologies Spuntech CertainTeed- plans to build a $160 million gypsum wallboard plant creating 90 jobs. The plant is expected to be in operation in 2012. Currently under construction. Integro Earth Fuels - plans to build the nation’s first commercial production facility for 'green coal'. The plant is expected to be in production in 2010. Currently under construction. Demographics As of the census of 2000 there were 8,696 people, 3,666 households, and 2,243 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,387.2 people per square mile (535.5/km²). There were 3,954 housing units at an average density of 630.8/sq mi (243.5/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 50.08% White, 45.40% African American, 0.57% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 2.59% from other races, and 1.09% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.78% of the population. (This reporting does not take into account the massive annual influx of Hispanic migrant labor.)There were 3,666 households out of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.2% were married couples living together, 22.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.8% were non-families. 33.8% of all households were made up of individuals and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.89.In the city the population was spread out with 23.7% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 29.0% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 18.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 81.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.8 males.The median income for a household in the city was $31,518 and the median income for a family was $37,159. Males had a median income of $27,741 versus $23,245 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,824. About 13.4% of families and 16.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.6% of those under age 18 and 14.5% of those age 65 or over. Education See Person County, North Carolina Museum Person County Museum- The museum complex includes the Kitchen House, the Male Academy/Parsonage, Woodsdale General Store, Dr. John H. Merritt's office, a tobacco barn, and the Van Hook Subscription School, which is believed to be the oldest in the state. Exhibit featuring athletic exploits of Roxboro's own Enos Slaughter to Person County's connection with theRMS Titanicin uptown Roxboro. Entertainment Palace Pointe- A multi-entertainment complex featuring 8-movie screens with stadium seating, 20-bowling lanes with cosmic bowling, a roller skating rink, arcade room, diner, billiards room, private rooms for parties and meeting functions. Roxboro Motorsports Dragway- AnIHRAsanctioned, 1/8 mile concrete dragstrip opened in1960. Car, truck and bike festivals are the norm during the spring, summer and fall. Rock Sportsplex- Miniature golf, baseball and driving range complex. Festivals Apple Chill- Held in late April at the Roxboro Motorsports Dragway; the main attraction features a showcase of motorcycles and cars. Personality - The two-day festival is held early in September and brings thousands to uptown. It includes street dancing, games, music, booths, food and rides. Lake Mayo Canoe/Kayak Festival - This one-day event is for paddlers and spectators alike. It is celebrated each spring on Lake Mayo. Willow Oak Blue Grass Festival - Held in June and September of each year, this park setting is the home of national, regional and local blue grass bands. The site includes camping, food and concessions. Performing arts Kirby Civic Auditorium- Entertainment in this restored historic movie theater in uptown Roxboro features live theater, dance, and concerts. Headliners include Branford Marsalis, Doc Watson, the Embers, Mike Cross, and year-round local productions. Total seating capacity - 1028. Roxboro Little Theater - Producing stage entertainment for over 30 years, through the efforts of both local and regional thespians. RLT has featured such productions as 'The Wizard of Oz', 'Steel Magnolias', 'The Sound of Music', and 'Oliver'. Merritt Commons Pavilion - Host local music acts and stage plays in uptown Roxboro. Parks and recreation Person County Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of leisure services throughout the county providing a variety of recreational opportunities including playgrounds, walking tracks, picnic shelters, basketball courts, golf course, putt-putt, bicycling, fishing, swimming, tennis courts, ball fields, volleyball courts, hiking trails, horseshoe pits and restroom facilities at more than 14 sites, more than 6,735 acres (27 km2) of park land, including:Huck Sansbury Recreation Complex Allensville Park Bushy Fork Park Hurdle Mills Park Optimist Park Longhurst Park Mayo Park Mt. Tirzah Park Olive Hill Park Other attractions include:Rock Sportsplex - Features a 18-hole putt–putt course and lighted driving range. Roxboro Country Club- 18-hole golf course. Piedmont Community College Nature Trail - A system of seven trails with an observatory. Total distance is 12,741 feet (2.4 miles). Hyco Lake Mayo Lake Shopping Roxboro Commons, Roxboro Square, Person Plaza, Madison Corners, Madison Square, and much more. Air Person County Airportis just 6 miles (10 km) South of Roxboro onU.S. Route 501. Raleigh-Durham International Airportis just 42 miles (68 km) South of Roxboro. Piedmont Triad International Airportis just 82 miles (132 km) SW of Roxboro. Major highways United States Highways:U.S. Route 158 U.S. Route 501- (major north/south corridor through the city). North Carolina Highways:N.C. 49 N.C. 57 N.C. 157 Future East Roxboro Bypass NCDOT approved the Eastern Roxboro Bypass - Four-lane highway from US Hwy 501 south intersection of Old Durham Road to NC Hwy. 49 north. This project has yet to get underway due to funding. Railroad Norfolk Southern- Freight Rail Service Public Transit Person Area Transit System (PATS) operates bus routes within Roxboro. Utilities The city's electric system is maintained by several companies, including Progress Energy Inc. Telephone networks - CenturyLink, wireless networks - Verizon Wireless and U.S. Cellular, broadband internet - CenturyLink, Electronic Solutions, Charter Communications, and cable television service is available from Charter Communications. Local Print Media Newspaper and periodical that serve the Roxboro and surrounding area:The Courier-Times- Semiweekly community newspaper. Local Radio Roxboro is also the city of license for two radio stations:96.7 FMWKRXCountry ('Kickin Country') 1430 AMWRXOCountry ('Oldies 1430') Other nearby stations W281AE 104.1 FM (.01 kW translator of Liberty University'sWRVL, Lynchburg, VA) Local Television Roxboro is the home of a local cable-access television station:WRNC-TV (10) Notable residents Robert L. Blackwell,Medal of Honorrecipient fromWorld War I, solder George Yarborough,World War I,Battle of Belleau Wood, soldier Margie Bowes,American Country Music singer Carl Long,NASCARdriver Wendy Palmer, professional basketball player (WNBA) Enos Slaughter, aka 'Country',St. Louis Cardinalsbaseball player Jim Thorpe (golfer),Champions Tourprofessional golfer Luke Torian, politician,Virginia House of Delegates52nd District Representative Oscar Scott Woody, sea post clerk aboardRMS Titanic, the city's post office is dedicated in his honor. Robert Gray,FOX Business Network- Reporter. Dustin Carver (ATV wreck survivor)