So far we’ve only heard back from four out of nineteen candidates for October’s Henderson municipal election. C’mon, folks, let’s get ’em in. It may be the last free publicity you get before the 9th. For everyone else, there’s the open line.
Category: Quick hits
Hot dog supper at Union Chapel United Methodist
There will be a hot dog supper tonight at Union Chapel United Methodist Church. For only $3.00, you can get a hot dog, drink, chips, and a dessert. The proceeds will go to rebuild the sanctuary which was destroyed by fire.
Friday’s open line
Based on aesthetics rather than political preference, who has the most attractive campaign sign? Give us the benefit of your artistic judgment on today’s open line.
Thursday’s open line
If I had a piece of chewing gum for every time I’ve told a kid to pull up his pants and I tried to chew it all at once, I’d look like a chipmunk. Apparently, some cities are now trying to get their young folks to hitch up their britches the old-fashioned way: by criminalizing “slacking” (“sagging” in the article). Is slacking a problem and, if you believe it is, is it a problem that deserves this kind of attention? …
Upcoming city meetings
There is a Henderson City Council Land Planning and Development Committee Meeting on Friday, September 21 at 11:00 a.m.
US 98.3 searching for homegrown bands
US 98.3 is developing a show that will focus on local bands from Vance, Granville, Franklin, Wake, Durham, Orange, Person, and Warren Counties in North Carolina, and Mecklenburg, Brunswick, and Pittsylvania Counties in Virginia.
Wednesday’s open line
With nineteen days until the municipal election, are you still choosing between candidates? What are your criteria for making the choice in an election that seems to be more about…affiliation…than a “Big Issue”? Let us know on today’s open line.
Tuesday’s open line
Don’t forget about the CO forum at Shiloh Baptist Church at 7:00 p.m. tonight. With that, we give you the open line.
Special blood drive due to shortage in supply
A special blood drive is being held by the Vance County American Red Cross because of a shortage in the blood supply.
Intergovernmental Committee meeting postponed
The meeting between the Henderson City Council’s Finance and Intergovernmental Committee (FAIR) and the Vance County Board of Commissioners’ Intergovernmental Relations Committee that was to take place at 4:00 p.m. has been postponed. No further information was made available.
Monday’s open line
Our analysis of the year’s Henderson election suggests that it is centered around competing philosophies rather than specific issues. With that in mind, we wonder if readers will expound on what those philosophies are and whether or not a synthesis can or should be reached.
Weekend open line
Well, we finally got a little rain. Now, can we have a little more? Do your verbal raindance on our Weekend open line.
September 15 “Day for Kids”
** Updated ** The Boys & Girls Club of North Central North Carolina will be sponsoring a “Day for Kids” on September 15, 2007 at in the Exhibit Hall at the Vance County State Fair.
“Meet Me in the Street” this afternoon
The Breeze Band will be in Henderson today at 5:30 at “Meet Me in the Street”! This is the last outdoor concert this year.
Thursday’s open line
Don’t forget Home in Henderson for your advertising needs. It’s perfect for the small advertising budget. With that, here’s the open line.
Blood drive September 14
There will be an American Red Cross blood drive at the Britthaven of Henderson Nursing Home on Friday, September 14 from 1:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The need for blood continues to be critical. Contact Nancy Hughes at 252.492.7021 for more information.
Wednesday’s open line
Will the heat break today? Will the trees survive the drought? Let us know your thoughts on today’s open line.
Monday’s open line
If memory serves, there is a Land Planning and Development Meeting at 6:30 tonight, which would be right before the main course of the meeting of the Henderson City Council at 7:00 p.m. Both will be held in City Hall. Hopefully we’ll be able to get you the first hour on video. With that, enjoy the open line.