Brenda Williams is the Director of Financial Literacy for the Department of the Treasury in North Carolina. On January 24, Brenda attended the Help for Homeowners event in Charlotte to speak on a Community Partner Roundtable moderated by the U.S. Treasury. This event offered community leaders and industry professionals the opportunity to learn more about the various Making Home Affordable (MHA) programs. Topics included the impact of MHA in the marketplace, other local and national approaches to foreclosure prevention, and …
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Butterfield Congratulates Judge A. Leon Stanback, Jr. on Appointment as Interim District Attorney
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G.K. Butterfield (NC-01) today called retired Judge A. Leon Stanback, Jr. to congratulate him on his recent appointment by Governor Bev Perdue to serve as interim District Attorney for Durham County. Judge Stanback was asked to serve until the controversy involving the county’s current District Attorney is resolved. “I have known Leon Stanback for more than 45 years, dating back to when we both attended North Carolina Central University,” said Butterfield. “Judge Stanback is a very …
VGCC Psychology Instructor Invites public to Stress seminar
Peter Metzner, a Psychology instructor at Vance-Granville Community College, will offer a free seminar about stress management, and the public is invited. In the seminar, entitled “Practicing Safe Stress,” Metzner will help participants learn how to recognize stress and better manage stressors found in school and life. He will also lead participants through an experiential relaxation exercise. This seminar will be offered twice: on Tuesday, Feb. 14 from 1 until 2 p.m.; and on Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 1 until …
Friday / Weekend Open Line
On the list of those who have been awarded the nation’s highest honor is Milton Olive III, a slightly built young man from the South Side of Chicago. Pfc Olive was a member of the 503rd Infantry Regiment fighting in Vietnam, as he and four fellow soldiers were pursuing the enemy through the jungle, a grenade suddenly landed in their midst. Olive saved the lives of his fellow soldiers by throwing himself on top of the grenade, his body absorbing …
Senator Doug Berger Message
The numbers define the tragedy across North Carolina: 1,700 classroom teachers and 2,300 teachers’ assistants GONE! Laid off because the General Assembly failed to adequately fund classroom teachers. With the layoffs, North Carolina plummets to 49th nationally in per-pupil spending. The tragedy does not stop in primary grades: Community college in-state tuition UP: 18%. On the university level, 3,000 university employees: CUT! University tuition costs rising: Faster than inflation! The tragedy hits our communities. For example, Vance-Granville Community College has …
Unemployment Rates in Vance County Increases to 13.3% for December 2011
November 2011 rate for Vance County was 13.1%. Unemployment rates increased in 93 of North Carolina’s 100 counties in December. Rates decreased in four counties and remained the same in three. “Our focus is helping existing and new employers grow jobs in North Carolina,” said N.C. Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Dale Carroll. “Assisting our customers with finding work and helping them through programs at our DES offices and JobLink Career Centers statewide remains our priority.” North Carolina had 37 …
Caterpillar Again Chooses North Carolina for Expansion
RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that Caterpillar Inc., the largest maker of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, and industrial gas turbines in the world, will expand its manufacturing facilities in Johnston County. The company plans to create 199 jobs over the next five years and invest $33 million. The project was made possible in part by state grants from the Job Development Investment Grant program and One North Carolina Fund. “Creating jobs is my top …
Nurse Aide courses scheduled at VGCC Main Campus
Vance-Granville Community College is now registering students for the Introduction to Nurse Aide and Nurse Aide Level I (CNA I) courses, which are scheduled to start soon at the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. The “Introduction to Nurse Aide/Human Resources Development” course is a prerequisite to Nurse Aide Level I and will be offered twice: March 6-9, each day from 8 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., and March 13-16, each day from 8 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. There is no …
Vance County Committe Notice
Please be advised that the County’s Public Safety Committee is scheduled to meet Monday, February 6 at 5:00 p.m., and the Human Resources Committee will meet at 5:30 p.m. the same day. Both will be in the County Manager’s Office.
Hagan Marks Beginning of Black History Month by Honoring Montford Point Marines
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Kay R. Hagan (NC) today marked the beginning of Black History Month by honoring our nation’s first African American Marines (based out of Montford Point, North Carolina). “Black History Month is an opportunity to honor the legacy and contributions of African-Americans to our country and to North Carolina,” said Hagan. “Our state was and is home to some of the civil rights movement’s most storied leaders, including four brave young North Carolina A&T students who …
Thursday Open Lines
February is Black History Month, a time to recall and honor the many positive contributions to our nation made by people of African descent. Started as a special week 86 years ago by historian Carter G. Woodson, the observance is now a full month of activities across the country. African-Americans number 42 million in the U.S., 13.6 percent of the total population. By 2050, this proportion is estimated to reach 15 percent. Although New York has the largest number of …
NC DOT Holding Public Hearings Regarding Interstate 95
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)will hold a series of seven (7) Public Hearings in several facilities near the I-95 corridor, throughout the state of North Carolina, beginning at 4:00pm and ending at 7:00pm. They will be held as follows: Tuesday, February 7, 2012: Robeson Community College (BB&T Room of the Workforce Development Center Building #18), 5160 N. Fayetteville Road, Lumberton, 28360 Monday, February 13, 2012: Halifax Community College (The Centre-Gallery), 200 College Drive, Weldon, 27890 Thursday, February 16, …
Butterfield Applauds the Federal Communications Commission’s Commitment to Reform and Expand Communications Services for Low-Income Americans
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) applauded the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for taking steps today to reform and improve the Lifeline program, which ensures the availability of affordable telephone and communication services to low-income Americans. Some of the changes the FCC announced include making broadband services available to all low-income Americans and increasing digital literacy at libraries and schools. “In November alone, more than 500,000 North Carolinians used Lifeline’s telephone service to communicate with family, receive help …
House Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee Members Send Letter to Senate Leadership Urging Confirmation of Consumer Product Safety Commission Nominee
WASHINGTON, DC – Representative G. K. Butterfield (NC-01), Ranking Member of the House Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee, and his subcommittee colleagues Representatives Henry Waxman, John Dingell, Edolphus Towns, Bobby Rush, and Charles Gonzalez today sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell urging the confirmation of Marietta S. Robison. Last week, President Obama nominated Ms. Robison to serve as Commissioner on the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The Members wrote, “…since October …
Wednesday Open Line
Former Charlotte mayor Pat McCrory kicked off his gubernatorial campaign at a Guilford County meeting hall Tuesday with a plea to North Carolina voters to work against the state’s “good old boys and girls network.” (read more) Mitt Romney won Florida’s primary, with a wide margin over Newt Gingrich. “I stand ready to lead this party and to lead our nation,” Romney told cheering supporters in Tampa after his victory became clear. (read more) Discuss and more on the …
Northern Vance High School Yearbooks Now On Sale
NVHS Yearboks are on sale for $55.00 until February 1, 2012. After that, they will increase to $60.00 Interested parties should see Carolyn Powell in NVHS Counseling department to reserve their copies. You may contact Carolyn Powell at cpowell@vcs.k12.nc.us
Pedestrians Struck By Motor Vehicle
On Sunday, January 29, 2012 at 4:26 P.M., officers of the Henderson Police Department responded to the 800 block of Vaughan Street in Henderson. Officers were responding reference two pedestrians having been struck by a motor vehicle. Officer S. B. Simmons indicated upon his arrival, he found Tyson Durham, 30, of 419 John Street, Henderson and Lavar Burton, 33, of 325 Pearl Street, Henderson suffering from injuries received from the crash. Witness reported that Durham and Burton were walking …
Labor Department Urges Businesses to Apply for Safety Awards
Raleigh—The N.C. Department of Labor is now accepting applications from businesses that qualify for a workplace safety award. Safety awards are given to companies that have above-average worker safety and health programs. “A safety award shows employees and the community that you are committed to a safe work environment,” state Labor Commissioner Cherie Berry said. “A good safety record is something to be proud of, and businesses deserve to be recognized for their efforts.” Businesses that qualify for the award …
Action for Children North Carolina 2012 Legislative Agenda for Children
North Carolinians have long recognized that children are one of our state’s most valuable resources and their success is our success. Investing in the health, safety, education and financial security of our children are among the most important duties of our society. As the recession continues to stress North Carolinians, it is critical that policymakers focus on preserving services for children and families. Further large cuts to child and family services would undermine the health and safety of our children, …
Tuesday Open Line
Coming in from the cold and wind that now grip much of the nation, something warm to drink can be very welcome. Many will make themselves a cup of tea, helping to celebrate National Hot Tea Month. Not only is tea relaxing, but studies have shown it to help ward off cardiovascular disease. Tea is the only beverage commonly served either hot or iced and in any season. While drinking tea has been around for thousands of years, Americans made …