What are some of your favorite snicky-snacks when entertaining friends on days like, say, Labor Day? Help the rest of us move from the “Blah!” to the “Ah!” on this week’s Corner Kitchen.
Author: Jason Feingold
Metzger found, safe
ABC news is reporting that Air Force Major Jill Metzger has been located four days after she disappeared from a shopping mall in Kyrgyzstan.
Sixth zoning ordinance draft presented
Before Senior Planner Ken Krulik could introduce the sixth version of the proposed Vance County zoning ordinance to the Board of Commissioners, County Manager Jerry Ayscue gave the commissioners a brief history of zoning in the county.
Friday’s open line
In tough economic times, with energy prices high and supply occasionally uncertain, it seems as if more businesses would be considering “home worker” programs. Now, we know that not every job can be done at home (like either one of ours), but it may be that many of your daily commutes are as superfluous as our collection of ’45s in the age of Napster. We’re told even the state has provisions and guidelines regarding telecommuting. Can workers be as productive …
USDA awards $1 million to NCDPI
USDA Awards $1 Million Grant to the NC Department of Public Instruction; Special Program will Promote Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Consumption
Hometown Heroes Act a reality
Law extends federal survivor benefits for first responders Raleigh — U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) announced today that after three years of foot dragging by the administration, the Hometown Heroes Survivor Benefits Act, first introduced by Etheridge in 2002, will go into effect.
Tax collector reports to county commission
Sam Jones, the tax collector for Vance County, made his monthly report to the Vance County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday night.
County braces for another joint property round
During County Manager Jerry Ayscue’s report to the Vance County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday night, he reminded members about their approved proposal to the City of Henderson regarding the disposition of the old H. Leslie Perry Memorial Library on Rose Avenue and the Henderson-Vance Armory.
Thursday’s open line
There will be a joint meeting of the Public Safety and Public Works Committees at noon today at City Hall. A meeting of the FAIR Committee will immediately follow or begin at 1:00 p.m., whichever comes later. We’re told that a light lunch will be available. Leash laws, street repaving, jointly owned property, sale of city owned property…choose an item from the smorgasbord and dig in! This is your open line.
Former Henderson resident missing
It saddens us to report that former Henderson resident Maj. Jill Metzger has been reported missing from a Kyrgyzstan shopping mall.
County plans corrective action for Golden Belt
During last night’s meeting of the Vance County Board of Commissioners, County Manager Jerry Ayscue reported to board members that the Vance County Fire Department received a state fire inspection in July.
Butterfield to lead combating poverty discussion
Washington, D.C. — Congressman G. K. Butterfield will hold a legislative issue forum this week on fighting poverty as part of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 36th Annual Legislative Conference.
Pick of the Day: Bleeding for the cause
Don’t forget the blood drive today at the Henderson Moose Lodge from 1:30 to 6:00 p.m. Contact Judy Currin at 252.492.0371 for more information. Remember, all blood types are in short supply, so your contribution is desperately needed.
Wednesday’s open line
My grandfather used to say “We’re poor, but we’re proud,” to my mother and my aunts and uncle. That was 50 years ago. Everyone in the family has moved on from poverty since then, except those of us who went into teaching and blogging. Today, there’s still plenty of poverty to go around, but not much of Grandpa’s spunk. How can we instill real pride, rather than bluster and bravado, in our citizenry, no matter what, or perhaps in spite …
Tuesday’s open line
The Vance County Board of Commissioners will meet today at 6:00 p.m. in their Chambers at the County Administration Building, otherwise known as the old courthouse. We’ll be curious to note if fire protection comes up during tonight’s discussion. Should the county make the effort to raise the level of fire protection throughout Vance, not just the Golden Belt? Let your voice be heard on today’s open line.
Blood drive tomorrow
There will be a blood drive tomorrow at the Henderson Moose Lodge from 1:30 to 6:00 p.m. Contact Judy Currin at 252.492.0371 for more information. All types of blood are in short supply. Please donate if you can!
Monday’s open line
Home in Henderson wishes our readers a fine, fun, and safe Labor Day celebration. As we contemplate returning to the normal workaday routine tomorrow, here’s a resource that all working parents should be aware of: The Child Care Facility Search Site. Here parents can look up the North Carolina ratings for any child care facility. We highly recommend this important tool. With that, the floor is yours.
To the editor: Thoughts about zoning
First, let me relay to you all that I am no professional planner, nor do I profess to be. I am merely attempting to give ALL of us a comparison that I was involved in to enable us to better understand how and why zoning is needed.
Charlie Daniels Band to appear in Henderson
WLUS FM 98.3 and Budweiser proudly presents The Charlie Daniels Band on Saturday, September 16 from 2:30 until 7:00 pm at the Vance County Fairgrounds, rain or shine!
Fuel watch: Low gas prices
Here’s the place to find the lowest gas prices in Vance County! On your way to work or shop or play, keep an eye out for those friendly prices so you can let the rest of us know where to save!