There are no government meetings today of which we are aware. The Reverend C.J. Dale’s court date is today during the morning session of district court. We hope to let you know what happens. Until then, this space is yours. Enjoy.
Author: Jason Feingold
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
Legislators were extremely busy in Raleigh all week as we tried to wrap up our remaining work so we can adjourn for the year.
Weekend open line
The record for the greatest number of comment posts under a single article is 287 under the article City to park cars for savings posted back in February of this year. The article Rev. Dale arrested for domestic violence, at 239 comment posts at time of writing, seems poised to meet or overtake that number. However one may feel about Dale, his personal life, his methods, or the battles that he chooses, the reaction on Home in Henderson clearly demonstrates …
Corner Kitchen: Beverages, snacks, and desserts
This week the Corner Kitchen will be focussing on beverages (potent or not), snacks, desserts. As you post your recipe and mix ideas, think cool for the summer!
Friday’s open line
There are no government meetings of which we are aware, so don’t feel like your missing anything today. For you Francophiles out there, today is Bastille Day. “Allons enfants de la patria…” If you’re starved for live musical theatre, consider the Rec Players’ production of “Cinderella” at the auditorium of our own E.M. Rollins Elementary School on North Garnett Street at 8:00 p.m. We saw in yesterday’s Daily Dispatch that the Board of Elections is considering the consolidation of some …
Etheridge votes to reauthorize Voting Rights Act
Etheridge at a Voting Rights Act vigil Washington, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) today voted to reauthorize the Voting Rights Act, a landmark piece of legislation that ensures all citizens have the right to vote.
Preliminary AYP results delayed a day
Raleigh — Local reporting of preliminary Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) under No Child Left Behind (NCLB), initially scheduled for July 17, has been delayed until 2 p.m., July 18.
Thursday’s open line
The Journal Committee will meet at 8:00 a.m. today in the City Hall Conference Room. Is making a CD of city meetings available at a nominal cost a good compromise to having meetings after business hours? After all, there is no way to have meetings that are going to be available to everyone. Let your thoughts on this or any other subject be known on today’s open line.
Pick of the day: girl’s night
Don’t forget Girl’s Night at the Raleigh Road Drive-In tonight. Girls between the ages of five to seventeen are invited and must be accompanied by a chaperone. A PG movie will be shown. Go early for games and prizes. Children under 12 are admitted free. Adult admission is $5.00. The event is sponsored by the Vance County Girl Scouts. Call 438-8103 for more information.
Wednesday’s open line
The Land Planning and Development Committee will meet today at 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall Conference Room. We’re curious to know if anyone is aware of decisions made at Monday’s Vance County Board of Education meeting. Mr. Duke, if you’re out there, why don’t you let us know what’s going on? Until then, readers, let us know your thoughts on today’s open line.
Armed services dems speak on mil. commis.
Washington, D.C. — Today Ranking Member Ike Skelton and Democratic members of the House Armed Services Committee commented on the need for bipartisan legislation in line with the Supreme Court’s decision on military commissions.
Girl’s night at drive-in
There will be a Girl’s Night at the Raleigh Road Drive-In tomorrow night at 8:00 p.m. at the Raleigh Road Theatre in Henderson.
Butterfield takes House floor on VRA
Washington, D.C. — Congressman G. K. Butterfield spoke on the House Floor this morning regarding the decision to take up a vote on reauthorization of the Voting Rights Act later this week.
Moss speaks on Beacon Light situation
At the conclusion of Friday afternoon’s FAIR Committee meeting, Henderson City Manager Jerry Moss spoke to assembled council members regarding the current situation at Beacon Light Apartments.
Tuesday’s open line
There will be a meeting regarding Beacon Light Apartments at 10:00 at City Hall. The Appearance Commission will be meeting at 3:30 p.m. at City Hall. The city has shown a great deal of interest in the Beacon Light Apartments situation, but how far should it go in the commitment of local taxpayer resources? Let your thoughts on this or any other subject be known on our open line.
Cable ordinance hearing on city agenda
There are several items worthy of note on the Henderson City Council meeting agenda for this evening:
Monday’s open line
Don’t forget the Henderson City Council meeting tonight at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Home in Henderson will be unable to offer coverage of this meeting, so feel free to let us know what happened. Until then, this space is yours. Use it.
To the editor: channel your “ranger rage”
I would like to address an earlier issue that was swept under the rug by the Wedesday discussion regarding the unnamed reverend who made headlines this week.
Corner Kitchen: Fourth of July Favorites
This week’s recipe theme is Fourth of July Favorites. We’re looking for recipes for foods that turn out red, white, and blue, are good for barbeques, stand up well out-of-doors, and so forth. Post your favorites below so everyone can get ready for those Tuesday cookouts!
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
Although this week was shortened due to the long July 4th holiday weekend, my colleagues and I were extremely busy during lengthy sessions on Wednesday and Thursday.