Students can “spring forward” before spring 2018 at Vance-Granville Community College, thanks to a four-week curriculum course format being offered for the second consecutive year. The four-week mini-term starts on Monday, Dec. 18, 2017, and ends on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018, in a so-called “intersession,” as it takes place mostly between the regular fall and spring semesters. The courses on this schedule include Success & Study Skills (ACA 115), College Transfer Success (ACA 122), Principles of Management (BUS 137), Introduction …
Month: October 2017
Scott Hughes: The Twitter and The Trump
When Trump was elected does anyone remember what his first major issue and debate was? If not, allow me to tell you. It was whether or not he had more people come to his inauguration than President Obama. This is really true. I asked then, “what difference does that make and who gives a&*%#?” With all of the important issues it seemed somewhat ridiculous and childish to even mention that in public. Earlier today, I asked the same question. Who …
Applications for 6th – 12th Grade Student Open Enrollments for the 2018 – 2019 at Oxford Prep Begins on Monday, November 6th.
Applications for new 6th – 12th grade student enrollments for the 2018 – 2019 school year will be available at oxfordprep.org and available in the school office when Open Enrollment begins on Monday, November 6th. Oxford Preparatory School (OPS) is an independent and tuition-free public charter school that is designed to mold students into future leaders through completion of a rigorous curriculum while focusing on community service and developing an appreciation of the arts. OPS offers a college preparatory curriculum, …
Unity Day October 25
Vance County Schools is supporting “Unity Day” on Wednesday, October 25, to join in the national effort to show unity against bullying. Everyone in our schools and throughout the Vance County community is asked to wear orange on “Unity Day” to show we are united for kindness, acceptance and inclusion. For more information on the movement, please see http://www.pacer.org/bullying/nbpm/unity-day.asp
Two New Restaurants Open in Downtown Henderson on Saturday
Downtown Henderson Carves Path As A Culinary Destination Two new local eateries will open in downtown Henderson Saturday, bolstered by facade and start-up incentives from the Downtown Development Commission. Factoring in long-time landmark George’s (210 North Garnett St), the three downtown restaurants will boast an impressive resume chocked with big-name culinary influence. Cherie Pittman, owner and Executive Chef at Next Door Bistro (219 South Garnett St), has spent the last decade with Greensboro cafeteria chain Food Express. She joined them …
Butterfield Statement on Trump Attacks on ACA
Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) released the following statement on President Donald Trump’s executive order allowing health plans that do not comply with coverage regulations outlined by the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and his announcement on Friday that he will no longer fund cost sharing reduction subsidies that help low-income individuals afford health insurance under the ACA: “For the last ten months, the American people have rejected attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act by President Trump and Congressional …
Driver License and ID Services Available at 2017 N.C. State Fair
In addition to taking in the many sights and sounds of the 150th North Carolina State Fair, attendees will be able to receive driver license services from the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles. The DMV booth and Mobile RV will be located between the Dorton Arena and Jim Graham Building. From 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon, the DMV RV will offer license and identification card renewal services for fairgoers to obtain …
Tommy Williams New Mural in Downtown Henderson, NC
A new piece of art is on the way in downtown Henderson, NC. Tommy Williams is painting this scene at the intersection of Winder Street and William Street. The scene symbolises the community eye watching over Henderson, encouraging people to better themselves and each other.