Forgive us if we’re stating the obvious, but what is the point of going through the time, trouble, and expense of hiring an attorney to get everything out into the open if he’s going to report in secret? If anyone would like to explain what we’re missing, our ears are open. Otherwise, this space is yours. Happy Monday.
Category: Opinion
Milestones: Taxpayer, be not proud
From a public safety standpoint, not to mention concern for the well-being of our firefighters and police officers, the situation at Beacon Light is intolerable.
To the editor: channel your “ranger rage”
I would like to address an earlier issue that was swept under the rug by the Wedesday discussion regarding the unnamed reverend who made headlines this week.
Legis. breakfast for mental health issues held
The Five County Mental Health Authority, in partnership with local advocacy groups, held its annual Legislative Breakfast June 17, 2006 at Vance Granville Community College in Henderson.
To the editor: chicken fizz, hold the politics
I’d like to see a more domestic or family side to Home in Henderson for those of us who are not heavily into city politics, so I am submitting two easy recipes per the editor’s invitation in his column awhile back.
Milestones: Investigate this!
If the council has nothing to hide, then why shouldn’t it avoid an investigation? I’ll give you a reason.
To the editor: Embarrassed by coaches
This letter was edited due to potentially defamitory statements. — Ed. As a parent of a child who has played with the Vance County Recreation Department, I am concerned over the selection of coaches for our rec teams who do not represent the kind of individuals who should lead or guide our very impressionable children.
Milestones: Please, sir, may I have some more?
There is a quaint Southern tradition, now defunct, in which a servant is paid nothing for his/her work and severely and publicly castigated if he/she does not do a good job.
To the editor: dismissal on council agenda?
I am writing to clarify the public display of the disposition of my employment with the City of Henderson.
To the editor: chicken poop
The writer wishes to note that the following story has been modified with comedic content. Any similarities to actual events is purely accidental. — Ed. I am in bit of an quandary. Actually in a bit of poop. Chicken Poop to be exact.
Opinion: Thank you, John Rose
The term “yellow journalism” derives from a comic strip called “The Yellow Kid”.
Embassy Wars: The saga continues
Episode 11 of Whiskey Tango’s brilliant satirical drama, “Embassy Wars”, is now in place.
Rep. Wray’s legislative report
The 2006 short session of the N.C. General Assembly began on Tuesday at noon and legislators hit the ground running.
Vance GOP asks for NC tax relief
The following press release was received from Phillip C. Burnette, Chairman of the Vance County Republican Party.
Butterfield: growing offshore drilling concerns
Washington, D.C. – Congressman G. K. Butterfield’s apprehensions about drilling in the waters off North Carolina’s coast are growing in light of concerns raised recently by the U.S. Navy.
Milestones: Top 10 reasons to vote for Miles
Here are the top ten reasons to vote for me in tomorrow’s election for sheriff:
Butterfield wants law against gas price-gouging
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. G. K. Butterfield believes that Congress must move forward quickly to enact legislation protects consumers from gasoline price gouging.