by Gina DeMent, Public Information Officer Five County Mental Health Authority Project R.I.D.E (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere), part of a nationwide effort aimed at reducing impaired driving and preventing underage drinking, Â is hosting a town hall meeting in April to raise awareness about the dangers of alcohol abuse and underage drinking. Â
Category: Quick hits
April is Alcohol Awareness Month
by Gina DeMent, Public Information Officer Five County Mental Health Authority The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence has designated April as Alcohol Awareness Month.Â
Thursday’s open line
I can’t think of anything to talk about today except this really humongous elephant in the middle of the room. Carry on. P.S. — File your taxes.
Wednesday’s open line
Five years ago, we’d have toughed it out to see what the Henderson City Council came out of closed session with no matter how long it took. In 2010, we just don’t have that kind of stamina. (It’s amazing how a body can age in five years.) How will the county react to the proposed water rate of $3.17/1,000 gallons? Will there be room for compromise? Let us know what you think on today’s open line.
Library to host 14th annual storytelling festival
by Jeri Thacker, Youth Service Director H. Leslie Perry Memorial Library The Storytelling Festival is a free event for Vance County’s fourth grade and fourth-grade-level students during the day, and a free Family Festival in the evening.
Tuesday’s open line
On the issue of posting links or reposting articles from other sources, I think I’d rather hear what my readers have to say on the issues than quotations from other sources. At least, that’s what I tell my fourth graders when they do extra credit research reports. Here’s your open line.
City Road UMC fish fry fundraiser today
The City Road United Methodist Church Women are sponsoring a fund raiser tonight at the 220 Seafood Restaurant from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. today. Eat in or take out is $6. Thank you for your support.
Monday’s open line
It’s another beautiful morning in God’s country. Here’s your open line.
Friday/weekend open line
We’re looking forward to actual spring-like temperatures this weekend. Here’s your open line.
Thursday’s open line
We read yesterday’s editorial in The Daily Dispatch regarding the city’s need for a special projects manager with great interest. Without stating an opinion on whether or not the position is needed, we wonder why Henderson only need half of a special projects manager, with the Embassy Foundation paying for and getting the other half. If the position is that important to the city, should it not have the position all to itself? And if only a part-time position is …
Wednesday’s open line
We read in the Daily Dispatch yesterday that local prices for gasoline are higher than the state average. Will a Henderson truck stop help that situation? Here’s your open line.
Britthaven RFL fundraising events
Britthaven of Henderson has the following Relay for Life 2010 fundraisers scheduled:
Tuesday’s open line
According to the historical road sign on US 1, Kittrell was once a resort. Can it be again? Let us know your thoughts on today’s open line.
County HR meeting at 5:15 today
Home in Henderson was informed this morning that the Vance County Board of Commissioners’ Human Resource Committee is meeting today at 5:15 p.m. in the office of County Manager Jerry Ayscue. Ayscue’s office is located at 122 Young Street in Henderson, North Carolina. No further information about the meeting was made available.
County commission meets tonight
The Vance County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular monthly meeting today, Monday, April 5, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the County Administration Building located at 122 Young Street in Henderson, North Carolina. Editor’s Note: I forgot about the Good Friday holiday and failed to pick up the agenda and press packet. Apologies are given to those who feel the need to hear an apology for the oversight.
Monday’s open line
It’s back to school for Vance County’s largest employer. Here’s your open line.