Reader Michael Bobbitt sent in a good suggestion for HiH readers Thursday. Every year, the Vance County Board of Commissioners attend an annual retreat where they discuss the year and future goals for the county. This years retreat is January 19th, 2012 from 10am to 3pm at the Satterwhite Point Glass House. The Henderson City Countil members will hold their Strategic Planning Retreat on January 26th, 2012 at the Aycock Recreational Center. What are your concerns? What would be on …
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Michael Bobbitt: Commissioners Retreat Suggestions
Editors Note – We will compile Mr. Bobbitt’s letter, and all of your suggestions in comments and send to the Vance County Board of Commissioners for this retreat. We have confirmed that they will definitely receive this during the retreat, however their agenda is already full and will not have time to answer them during the retreat session. They may or may not provide any response, but your voices and suggestions will be read and are welcomed and encouraged. Mr. …
Vance County Schools Will Use New System to Prevent NSF Checks
The Vance County Schools’ Child Nutrition Services will begin using ChecXchange on Tuesday, January 17, to recoup costs of non-sufficient funds checks paid by parents and guardians of students in local public schools for the costs of school meals. ChecXchange is a service that utilizes the federal and state laws allowing the electronic recovery process of non-sufficient funds (NSF) checks, which results in a high rate of recovery at no cost to the school system. Vance County Schools’ Child Nutrition …
Leadership Vance Program Deadline January 17th
Leadership Vance is a program offered to locals who would like to know more and become involved in the workings of Henderson and Vance County. Activities include serveral day long sessions throughout the year at various locations, and attendance to one city council, board of comissioners and board of educatio meeting is required as well. This is a great program for those interested and is sponsored by the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Vance Alumni Contact the Chamber of …
Henderson – Vance Crime Stoppers January 2012 Crimes of the Month
Help is wanted for information related to unsolved cases in the area. Rewards are available and you can remain anonymous to submit information. Our community will only become safer if more people take part in its well being. Please review the cases below and contact Crime Stoppers with any info! Armed Robbery Case: On December 06, 2011 at 12:50 am The Henderson Police department was dispatched to an armed Robbery at Waffle House 942 West Andrews Ave. Upon arrival officers …
Applications for Golden LEAF Foundation Scholarships due March 1
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Jan. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Information and applications for the 2012-13 Golden LEAF Foundation scholarship program are now available at CFNC.org/goldenleaf. A total of 215 awards will be offered to first-time recipients to assist with tuition at participating institutions for the 2012-13 academic year. The awards are valued at $12,000 ($3,000 per year for up to four years) for students from qualifying counties attending a participating North Carolina campus and are funded by a grant from the Golden …
Optimism for N.C.’s 2012 economic rebound anchored by top-notch business environment
Confidence and optimism are the buzz words being heard in economic circles this month as business leaders discuss the outlook for North Carolina in 2012. Positive trends in the state’s economic indicators are evident, and while gains may be slower than past recoveries, they are steadily on the rise in North Carolina. Governor Bev Perdue emphasized optimism for the state’s economic future during the 10th Annual Economic Forecast Forum held Tuesday, sponsored by the N.C. Bankers Association and the North …
Thursday Open Line
DPAC ranked fourth among top U.S. Entertainment venues – More than 414,000 fans attended shows and events at the Durham Performing Arts Center in 2011, placing it among the top theaters in the United States. The ranking comes from entertainment industry magazine Pollstar, which ranked the Durham Performing Arts Center fourth, behind Radio City Music Hall, Coliseum Theater at Caesars Palace and the Fox Theatre of Atlanta. When / If Henderson ever gets its performing arts center built, what top …
Wednesday Open Lines
Sorry, no time tonight for me to do a proper open line… But that’s where you’re supposed to fill in anyway. I will note that the subject of the SERVPRO employee theft by Jessie Heatherly Jacobs has posted bail on Wednesday and has been released from custody. You can read more about the incident here. Welcome to the open lines!
Henderson – Vance Chamber of Commerce President Resigning
Henderson – Vance Chamber of Commerce President Bill Edwards is has announced his resignation in a notice received by the Executive Committee on Friday, January 6, 2012. In a statement sent by the chamber of commerce to members: Mr. Edwards (Bill) worked for the Chamber since 2003 and we appreciate that he has led us with such a high level of integrity and energy. Because of Bill’s hard work and commitment, he is leaving our Chamber in a financially sound …
Warren County Memorial Library to Present Southern Cooking, High and Low
The Warren County Memorial Library and the North Carolina Humanities Council present “Southern Cooking, High and Low: A Short History of the Cuisine of the South” at 3 p.m. on Sunday, January 22, 2012 in the community room at Warren County Memorial Library. The program, presented by “Road Scholar” John J. Beck, will explore the past and present history of Southern food traditions, including how the culinary traditions of various cultures have blended to create what is now considered native …
Governor Perdue: Stop Harmful Education Cuts
Last year, the Republicans passed deep and unnecessary education cuts — over my veto — that are harming our childrens future. The cuts — from pre-k all the way through higher education — have led to larger class sizes, the loss of thousands of teacher and teacher assistant positions, and big tuition hikes. Educators from across the state, including public school teachers, have been standing up and telling the truth about the harm that the Republicans cuts are doing to …
“Extreme” money-saving tips offered at VGCC’s Coupon 101 workshop
Savvy shoppers across the country are using increasingly sophisticated coupon techniques, with numerous web sites and television programs devoted to helping consumers save money. In that spirit, a new Vance-Granville Community College workshop will provide local cost-conscious residents with various couponing strategies that could reduce a family’s grocery expenses by as much as 80 percent. The “Coupon 101” workshop will be offered once on each of the four VGCC campuses: on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at the college’s main campus in …
Tuesday Open Lines
A lot of political maneuvering in the state these days, with “Late this afternoon, in a temporary restraining order issued in response to a complaint by NCAE, Wake County Judge Paul Gessner ruled NCAE “has shown a likelihood of success on the merits” of its claim that the process violated the state constitution.” (read more) Another issue is “Dozens of Democrats and advocacy groups challenging the new Republican-drawn maps for North Carolina’s legislative and congressional districts want judges to delay …
Discount Furniture Center Hosts Ribbon Cutting benefiting Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
Come to Discount Furniture Center tomorrow, January 10, 2012 at 1:00pm for their ribbon cutting. Discount Furniture Center is located beside Carolina Lanes in Henderson. For everyone that comes to the event, Discount Furniture Center will make a donation to Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society of Henderson, NC. You show up, they make the donation. The more people that attend, the larger the donation. PLEASE join us tomorrow and help the homeless animals of Vance County.
Henderson Shoplifters of the Week
Shoplifters of Week (January 6, 2011) Miranda Jarrell, 18 , of 1030 Jackson Royster Rd., HendersonDate: 12/9/2011Charge: LarcenyLocation: Wal-MartItems: Jacket, Belt, Bracelet, Key Chain Samara Williams, 35, of 238 Shawnee Drive, LouisburgDate: 12/9/2011Charge: LarcenyLocation: Wal-MartItems: Pajamas William Roberson Jr. 47, of 544 Sagefield Drive, HendersonDate: 12/10/2011Charge: OPFP, Larceny, Poss. Stolen GoodsLocation: BelksItems: Shoes Angela Harris, 56, of 486 Gun Club Road, HendersonDate: 12/15/2011Charge: ShopliftingLocation: Wal-MartItems: Arch Supports, Deodorant Jason Robertson, 28, of 432 Bobbitt Road, HendersonDate: 12/16/2011Charge: LarcenyLocation: Wal-MartItems: Speakers …
Redeem New Gift Cards Soon
Gifts cards and certificates are popular holiday presents for friends and loved ones. But recipients can be in for a rude shock if they wait too long to use them. Under federal law, gift cards must retain their full value for a year, but then merchants can begin chipping away at the card’s value through fees. That one-year waiting period on fees expires on the anniversary of the date the card was purchased, not the date you received it. …
Nurse Aide and Refresher courses scheduled at VGCC Main Campus
Vance-Granville Community College is now registering students for courses that train new Nurse Aides and that help current Nurse Aides continue their careers, both to be held on the college’s main campus in Vance County. Nurse Aide I (CNA I) training starts first with a required “Introduction to Nurse Aide/Human Resources Development” course, which is free of charge, Monday through Thursday from 5:30 until 9:30 p.m., Jan. 18 through Jan. 26. Completing this course is now a prerequisite to enter …
VGCC schedules AutoCAD class on Main Campus
Vance-Granville Community College is now registering students for an upcoming class about Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD). The “Drafting: AutoCAD” course will be held on Tuesday nights, Jan. 31 through May 8, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on VGCC’s main campus in Vance County. The AutoCAD LT software is used in a variety of professions such as engineering, architecture, manufacturing and even landscaping and interior design. AutoCAD, the world’s number-one-selling two-dimensional drafting and detailing product, can streamline and simplify day-to-day tasks, …
Monday Open Lines
The County’s Public Safety Committee is scheduled to meet Monday, January 9 at 2:15 p.m. in the County Manager’s Office. The purpose is to discuss Bearpond Fire Department. The County’s HR Committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the County Manager’s Office. The January 2012 EDC Board meeting will be Wednesday, January 11th at 9:15 a.m. at the Bank of America Conference Room. This weeks President’s Weekly Address: Continuing to Grow the Economy in the …