The Henderson City Council approved a “memo of understanding” with the North Carolina Community Development Initiative for the rehabilitation of the warehouse at 201 Zene Street at its regular meeting on Monday evening.
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Henderson to appoint new city manager
In a press release received minutes ago from Acting City Clerk Beverly Jackson it was announced that the Henderson City Council will meet on Thursday, July 31, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in its chambers in City Hall for the purpose of appointing a new city manager. No other information is available at this time.
HiH video: Henderson City Council 07-28-08
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Debut of new city hall council chambers
The new City of Henderson Council Chamber at 134 Rose Avenue The City of Henderson held its inaugural meeting in its new chambers at 134 Rose Avenue last night.
Henderson city attorney resigns
Immediately after the Henderson City Council emerged from an approximately one hour closed session on a personnel matter, City Attorney Billy Strickland announced his resignation from his position with the City of Henderson.
School supply donation drive
A School Supply Donation Drive sponsored by the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce and the Vance County United Way Volunteer Center will be held on Friday, August 1 from 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. in the front parking lot of Chick-fil-A.
Sen. Berger’s Greetings from Raleigh
On July 18, 2008, the 2008 Short Session of the General Assembly adjourned.
House panel approves Etheridge energy bill
Washington, D.C. — The House Agriculture Committee today voted to pass provisions introduced by U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) that aim to help ensure that energy costs are not being artificially increased by manipulation and excessive speculation in energy markets.
City council agenda for meeting in new city hall
Here is the agenda for the first meeting of the Henderson City Council to be held in the new city hall located at 134 Rose Avenue on July 28, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.:
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
This past Friday, the House of Representative, along with the Senate, adjourned the 2008 short session.
Letter to Yount from city
This copy of a letter to Elissa Yount regarding her request for information regarding the Embassy Project grant request arrived by email from Acting City Clerk Beverly Jackson this morning.
State ed. committees to meet
Raising Achievement and Closing Gaps Commission to Meet The North Carolina Advisory Commission on Raising Achievement and Closing Gaps will meet Monday, July 28, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., in the 7th Floor Board Room, Education Building, 301 N. Wilmington Street, Raleigh.
Saint Augustine adult ed. program in Henderson
Saint Augustine College is encouraging everyone to come to their July 30 and 31 information session at Gateway Center in Downtown Henderson. The sessions start at 5:30 p.m., and the goal is to give an overview of the program, answer questions, and then breakout into groups for applications. A St. Augustine program brochure may be viewed here by clicking on the link.
House votes on housing crisis legislation
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) today voted for legislation that would provide the strongest response yet to the nation’s housing crisis and help to stabilize the economy.
Eric Williams fired from Yadkin County
The Yadkin Ripple is reporting that former Henderson City Manager has been fired from his position as County Manager of Yadkin County.
City HR meetings this week
According to Acting City Clerk Beverly Jackson, the Henderson City Council will hold the following Human Resources Committee meetings this week:
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
Gov. Mike Easley signed the state budget bill into law this week, clearing the way for the General Assembly to adjourn Friday.
HPD seizes counterfeit merchandise
Sgt. S.R. Spence of the Henderson Police Department Highway Traffic Safety Unit reported that on July 17, 2008, members of the unit along with the Secretary of State’s office conducted a search and seizure of a tractor-trailer which yielded more than $185,000 of counterfeit merchandise which was destined for North Carolina local markets.
Red Cross issues urgent call for all blood types
Editor’s Note: The previous date and time given for the blood drive at The Pegram Agency were incorrect. This reprint of the original article that ran on July 14, 2008 gives the correct information. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. While temperatures and fuel prices continue to rise this summer, the American Red Cross reports that the blood inventory levels are so low it is unable to sufficiently meet the demand of local hospitals.
HPD announces promotions
From left to right: Sgt. Diogo, Lt. Proctor, Sgt. Spence The Henderson Police Department is pleased to announce the following promotions which were effective on July 17, 2008.