Three of the state’s biggest highway projects this year are in the Triangle area and north near the Virginia border, and each are prime examples of the goals Governor Pat McCrory outlined in his 25-Year Vision for transportation. The I-40 Fortify rebuild in Raleigh, the I-85 improvements in Vance and Warren counties, and the East End Connector in Durham each saw significant progress in 2016. They will enhance mobility for commuters and freight, while also improving safety and reducing congestion. …
Month: December 2016
Butterfield Statement on President’s Sanctions on Russia
Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) today released the following statement in response to the White House’s new sanctions against Russian officials for its interference in the 2016 presidential election: “I applaud President Obama’s actions to address Russia’s interference in this year’s election. It is imperative that we protect our democracy and stop any and all attempts to obstruct the democratic process. “It is my hope that these sanctions on the Russian government will serve as a deterrent to foreign powers’ …
Henderson Furniture Outlet Donates to Henderson Middle School
Abdo Saleh, owner of the Henderson Furniture Outlet in downtown Henderson, second from left in the accompanying photo, stands in his store with, from left, Becky Burns, Monika Evans and Principal John Hargrove, all of Henderson Middle School, as he donates a new sofa and loveseat to the school. Evans, the school’s social worker, and Burns, the school’s nurse, worked with Saleh to get the donation. School personnel were getting ready to take the new pieces of furniture to the school …
Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers Elect New Officers for 2017-2018
On Wednesday December 14, 2016 the Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers held elections for a new President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. Kevin Bullock, of WIZS Radio, was elected as President. Chris Fisher, of Henderson Fruit and Produce, was received as Vice President. Lorraine Watkins, of The Screen Master and the immediate past president, was elected as Secretary. Danny W. Wright kept his position as Treasurer. Watkins said, “It has been an honor, privilege and very humbling to be president for the past …
VGCC hosted College Day
Vance-Granville Community College hosted admissions officers from four-year colleges and universities on Dec. 8 on VGCC’s Main Campus. The event was VGCC’s annual “College Day,” which allows students to obtain important information about transfer requirements, financial aid and scholarships that can help them take the next steps in their educational journeys. The VGCC Student Learning and Success Center organized the fair in partnership with the Carolinas Association of Collegiate Registrars & Admissions Officers (CACRAO). VGCC students browsed through …
Richard Brand: An Ugly Record
In the year 2010 the Republican Party made a historic victory. They won the right to redraw the voting districts in the state. From that moment on their record appears to be nothing more than a constant attention to how to grab more and more control and power in the state. It is a very ugly and insulting record to the whole idea of democracy. They show little interest in the “will of the people.” Their only concern appears to …
88 Arrests in Four County Area During ‘Operation Silent Night’
Nearly 230 law enforcement officers from state, local, and federal agencies joined forces this week for Operation Silent Night, an enforcement operation that served outstanding criminal warrants and conducted compliance checks on high risk and violent offenders on probation and parole in Vance, Granville, Warren, and Franklin counties. Significant arrests and accomplishments included: Confiscation of 10 firearms including assault rifles and significant quantities of ammunition Confiscation of significant quantities of methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana and cash Location and cleanup of a …
Tidings of Comfort and Joy 2016 DVD’s Available
Vance County Arts Council, led by Alice Sallins, held their original holiday musical and play on November 26th, 2016 in Downtown Henderson, NC at McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center. Numerous songs written by Alice Sallins were performed as the large cast of children and adults entertained the crowd. At the request of the Vance County Arts Council, the event was recorded by Phil Hart of Dataforge who also edited the play into a hour and a half program now available …