Another residents accuses department of not responding to requests in shooting investigation Henderson resident Theodous Bryant accused the Henderson Police Department of “unfair” treatment during the serving of an arrest warrant.
Month: August 2009
Tuesday’s open line
Well, the dreaded first day of school is here. Wake ’em up and send then into the loving arms of this year’s teacher cadre. Like I tell my kids, it could be worse. They could be cutting bananas in the hot sun. Learning is a luxury.
Fatal shooting at Highland Ave. & Rockspring St.
On August 23, 2009, at approximately 12:54 a.m., officers of the Henderson Police Department responded to the intersection of Highland Avenue and Rockspring Street in reference to someone shot.
Vehicle theft & break-in prevention tips
The following was sent to us by Lt. Irvin Robinson of the Henderson Police Department in response to a recent spate of vehicle break-ins in Henderson: 1. Don’t leave your keys in the car EVER. Always take them with you.
Link to gov’t H1N1 (Swine Flu) information page
The federal government is making plans for an outbreak of the H1N1 virus. You can link to information here.
HiH video: Henderson City Council 08-24-09
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City to budget for loss of beer & wine tax money
Here is the agenda for the Henderson City Council’s short regular meeting. This meeting is held on the fourth Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall at 134 Rose Avenue in Henderson, North Carolina.
Council to consider land exchange
Here is the agenda for the Henderson City Council’s workshop session. The workshop session is held on the fourth Monday of every month, if called, immediately following the short regular session which is held at 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Monday.
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh Report
The House came into this session knowing we would face a financial challenge.
Monday’s open line
We’re still looking for thoughtful, intelligent, and probing questions for our 2009 slate of Henderson City Council candidates. Please send those questions to election2009@homeinhenderson.com.
City, developer, butt heads on letter of credit
The Henderson City Council’s Land Planning & Development Committee met on Friday, August 21, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. in the large conference room at City Hall.
Sen. Berger’s Greetings from Raleigh
Editor’s Note: Going back to school has me more discombobulated than usual, and I managed to miss the usual Tuesday run date for this piece. I offer apologies to anyone who believes that apologies are due. In this week’s newsletter, we will be discussing last month’s town hall meeting, and the budget passed by the General Assembly last week. Also I wanted to make you aware of another Town Hall meeting that will be held in Granville County for those …
Corbitt Preservation brings fire truck home
Story and photos by Charles E. Powell, President Corbitt Preservation Association We had our first “Corbitt Truck Show and Reunion” in 2002.
Vance grant proposals to Golden LEAF
Click image to view document These are the 22 grant proposals received by the Golden LEAF Foundation for projects in Vance County.
Friday/weekend open line
We haven’t been getting the response we’re used to with this year’s request for candidate questions. Surely there’s something about your local government that bears scrutiny. Please send your questions to election2009@homeinhenderson.com. Happy Friday!
Liberty Christian Church to hold breakfast Saturday
The Liberty Christian Church will be holding a benefit breakfast on Saturday, August 20, 2009 from 7:00 a.m. until…
Thursday’s open line
Don’t forget that today is Vance County Schools’ open house. This could be your last chance to see your child’s teacher brimming with enthusiasm (except me, of course. I’m Mr. Enthusiasm). We’re still looking for thoughtful, insightful questions for our Henderson slate of candidates. Please send your questions to election2009@homeinhenderson.com.
Elissa Yount special: The Embassy turn-down
I have been back and forth with the North Carolina Department of Commerce about the city’s application for Embassy funds.
Drug bust on Water Street
Chief K.L. Sidwell reported yesterday that members of the Henderson Police Department’s Narcotics Unit conducted a search warrant at the address of 532 Water Street in Henderson, North Carolina.