Washington, D.C. -— U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) today asked U.S. Attorney General Michael Mukasey to reverse the Justice Department’s history of inaction and delay concerning the Hometown Heroes Survivor Benefits Act.
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HiH Video: Henderson City Council 11-19-07
Click here to see the video of yesterday’s Henderson City Council meeting.
Police accreditation team invites public comment
A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) will arrive on December 8, 2007 to examine all aspects of the Henderson Police Department’s policy and procedures, management, operations, and support services.
Council to discuss Ops. Center renovation architect
The Chair inquires as to whether any member knows of any conflict of interest or appearance of conflict with respect to matters before the Council.
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
One of the best attributes of our system of government is the sharing of authority.
Candlelight reflections
Stephanie Brown, Caregiver Specialist of Vance County opened the Thursday evening Candlelight Reflections program at Vance County Senior Center on November 8 to honor the memory of those who have died of Alzheimer’s and the families who are currently caring for Alzheimer’s and disabled patients.
Ethridge votes for Temporary Tax Relief Act
Washington, D.C. -— U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington), a member of the House Budget Committee, voted today for legislation that provides $50 billion in middle-class tax relief and saves 27,976 families in the Second Congressional District from paying higher taxes under the Alternative Minimum Tax.
3 kilos of cocaine seized by HPD
On November 14, 2007, the Highway Traffic Safety Unit (HTSU) of the Henderson Police Department stopped a vehicle traveling south on Interstate 85 for a traffic violation.
Land Planning to consider architect
The Henderson City Council’s Land Planning & Development Committee will meet today at 10:00 a.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. On the agenda is a recommendation for the Operations Center Renovations: HagerSmith Designs.
Etheridge criticizes veto of Ed. bill
Washington, D.C. -— U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington), the only former state schools chief serving in Congress, today criticized President Bush’s veto of a bill that would invest in education and health initiatives.
“Earn & Learn” online briefing call
High school students can receive a jumpstart on college with Learn and Earn Online, a program that provides community college and UNC-Gi courses online at many North Carolina high schools.
Journal committee meets today
The Henderson City Council’s Journal Committee will meet today at 8:30 a.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. No agenda was provided for the meeting.
Butterfield concerns about NC’s OLF effort
Washington, D.C. —- Congressman G. K. Butterfield expressed deep concern about Governor Michael Easley’s approach to finding a suitable site for the proposed Outlying Landing Field.
TFA to expand to Head Start
Washington, D.C. —- Congressman G. K. Butterfield applauded the approval of legislative language that would allow the Teach For America program to expand into Head Start.
Wray to oversee minority, women hwy contracts
Raleigh — Rep. Michael H. Wray (D-Northampton) has been appointed by House Speaker Joe Hackney to serve on the Joint Legislative Commission on the Department of Transportation Disadvantaged Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Businesses Program.
Sheriff estimates jail repairs at approximately $500k
Vance County Sheriff Peter White appeared before the Vance County Board of Commissioners on Monday night with news that he estimates the cost of needed repairs at the Vance County jail at half a million dollars.
County to form dog hunting committee
Dog hunters crowd Monday’s Vance County Commission meeting After hearing public comments both for and against hunting with dogs in Vance County, County Commissioner Danny Wright advised the audience of the County’s Public Safety Committee’s recommendation regarding the issue.
Holiday schedule for city sanitation
On November 12, 2007, Veterans’ Day will be observed.
HiH Video: Vance County Commission 11-05-07
See the first hour and a half of yesterday’s meeting here.