According to the Raleigh News & Observer, a state commission has concluded that too much time in school is spent on testing. Our reaction: Duh! Enjoy our open line.
Month: November 2007
HiH Video: Henderson City Council 11-19-07
Click here to see the video of yesterday’s Henderson City Council meeting.
Police accreditation team invites public comment
A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) will arrive on December 8, 2007 to examine all aspects of the Henderson Police Department’s policy and procedures, management, operations, and support services.
From the HPD: Vehicle theft & break in prevention
1. Don’t leave your keys in the car EVER. Always take them with you.
From the HPD: Safe shopping tips
As the holiday season approaches, malls, other retailers, and grocery stores are more crowded than usual with busy shoppers.
Council to discuss Ops. Center renovation architect
The Chair inquires as to whether any member knows of any conflict of interest or appearance of conflict with respect to matters before the Council.
Monday’s open line
The Boys & Girls Club of North Central North Carolina, Franklin Unit took third in an Internet competition. You can read about it here. Happy Monday!
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
One of the best attributes of our system of government is the sharing of authority.
Friday’s open line
We’re starting a school store at E.M. Rollins (mentored by your loyal editor). If anyone has anything they’d like to donate (like a cash register, locking cabinet, pencils, etc.), please contact me at homeinhenderson@nc.rr.com. With that, we give you the open line.
Candlelight reflections
Stephanie Brown, Caregiver Specialist of Vance County opened the Thursday evening Candlelight Reflections program at Vance County Senior Center on November 8 to honor the memory of those who have died of Alzheimer’s and the families who are currently caring for Alzheimer’s and disabled patients.
Ethridge votes for Temporary Tax Relief Act
Washington, D.C. -— U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington), a member of the House Budget Committee, voted today for legislation that provides $50 billion in middle-class tax relief and saves 27,976 families in the Second Congressional District from paying higher taxes under the Alternative Minimum Tax.
3 kilos of cocaine seized by HPD
On November 14, 2007, the Highway Traffic Safety Unit (HTSU) of the Henderson Police Department stopped a vehicle traveling south on Interstate 85 for a traffic violation.
Land Planning to consider architect
The Henderson City Council’s Land Planning & Development Committee will meet today at 10:00 a.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. On the agenda is a recommendation for the Operations Center Renovations: HagerSmith Designs.
Thursday’s open line
Sorry for the lapse in service, but we’re back. The floor is yours. Enjoy the open line.
Etheridge criticizes veto of Ed. bill
Washington, D.C. -— U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington), the only former state schools chief serving in Congress, today criticized President Bush’s veto of a bill that would invest in education and health initiatives.
“Earn & Learn” online briefing call
High school students can receive a jumpstart on college with Learn and Earn Online, a program that provides community college and UNC-Gi courses online at many North Carolina high schools.
Journal committee meets today
The Henderson City Council’s Journal Committee will meet today at 8:30 a.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. No agenda was provided for the meeting.
Butterfield concerns about NC’s OLF effort
Washington, D.C. —- Congressman G. K. Butterfield expressed deep concern about Governor Michael Easley’s approach to finding a suitable site for the proposed Outlying Landing Field.
TFA to expand to Head Start
Washington, D.C. —- Congressman G. K. Butterfield applauded the approval of legislative language that would allow the Teach For America program to expand into Head Start.
Friday’s open line
The long-awaited three-day weekend is here (after work). Celebrate here on our open line, but remember that the party has been paid for with our dearest blood.