There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive at the Maria Parham Medical Center on Friday, August 3, 2007 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Remember that supplies of blood are lowest during the summer months and all blood types are needed. For more information, contact LeeAnne Peoples at 252.436.1116.
Category: News
Woman shot by stray bullet
On July 31, 2007, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the Henderson Police Department responded to a report of someone shot on East Avenue.
Wray reminds consumers of tax-free weekend
Raleigh — With the new school year just around the corner, Rep. Michael H. Wray is reminding shoppers that they will get a weekend pass on state and local sales taxes on clothing, computers and other school supplies.
Health care bill unfair to NC farm families
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) released the following statement today regarding H.R. 3162, Children’s Health and Medicare Protection Act (CHAMP Act), which would fund the State Children’s Health Insurance Program through a 45-cent tobacco tax increase.
Butterfield applauds county Medicaid phase-out
Washington, D.C. — In light of an agreement to eventually relieve North Carolina’s counties of Medicaid costs, Congressman G. K. Butterfield has called for a halt to federal legislation he filed to accomplish the same goal.
Etheridge votes to overhaul ethics
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) voted today for legislation to end corruption and restore ethics in Washington.
Meth lab found at Scottish Inn
In an unconfirmed report, at approximately 4:00 a.m. today the Henderson Police Department discovered a meth lab at the Scottish Inn on Norlina Road in Henderson.
Wray helps get $3.5 mil. for Northampton NCCAR
Raleigh — Thanks in large part to the efforts of Rep. Michael Wray, the North Carolina General Assembly has approved $3.5 million in additional funding for the operation and development of the North Carolina Center for Automotive Research (NCCAR), formerly known as the Advanced Vehicle Research Center (AVRC).
Home in Henderson debuts sister site
Since Home in Henderson debuted in February of 2005, one of the most frequent criticisms it has had to endure is that it allows anonymous comment posts.
Thermal imaging camera to be received by HFD
Baltimore, MD — It has quickly become one of the most important pieces of equipment any firefighter can have, and now fire departments in eight communities across the country will receive the most modern, high-tech versions of the tool.
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
My colleagues and I completed negotiations this week on a state budget we believe will make our state a better place a live.
Etheridge votes for passage of 9/11 bill
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) today voted for legislation to enact most of the recommendations of the 9/11 Commission.
Congressional Black Caucus lauds Farm Bill passage
Washington, D.C. — “I am most proud of the Congressional Black Caucus of the 110th Congress. Since the commencement of this Congress, CBC Members have helped draft and pass legislation which supports our commitment to America. The passage of this bill represents a sizeable victory for American families, particularly female heads of households. This bill will help build healthier and stronger families, by improving nutrition and access to affordable dietary options. The bill boosts funding for renewable energy programs by …
NCDPI receives $6 million grant
The NC Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) has received a $6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences to create the NC Common Education Data Analysis and Reporting System (NC CEDARS), a longitudinal data system.
50 year teaching veterans to be honored
The State Board of Education on August 1 will recognize seven teachers who have served as teachers for 50 years. These teachers will be honored at the Board’s August meeting held in the Education Building, 301 N. Wilmington St., Raleigh.
House passes Farm Bill
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) today voted to pass a new five-year Farm Bill. The House passed the bill 231 to 191, which now heads to the Senate.
Brown advocates for unified Vance government
The Henderson City Council and the Vance County Board of Commissioners met in the Bank of America Conference Room on Garnett Street yesterday at 3:00 p.m.
State Board of Ed. meets next week
The State Board of Education will meet next week, July 31 through August 2, in the Education Building, 301 N. Wilmington Street, Raleigh.
Rep. Green & son honored with resolutions in House
Editor’s Note: Without the help of Attorney Green, the Boys and Girls Club of North Central North Carolina might never have gotten where we are today. We are grateful to the House for giving these men the recognition that they truly deserve. (Photo pictured left to right) Representative Michael H. Wray, Mr. Isaac Hughes Green, Sr. – son of Dr. Green and brother of Attorney Green, Miss Francesca Boone – granddaughter of Dr. Green and niece of Attorney Green, Ms. …