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Category: Quick hits
We love a parade
Home in Henderson’s Christmas Parade Entry Yesterday at 2:30 p.m. saw Henderson’s Christmas Parade.
Monday’s open line
This from a long-time reader: Just for one day let us pretend that the words we write have the power to change the world. For one day write as if you are face to face, looking into the eyes of the person you address. For one day show HiH the face you show your family, friends and coworkers.
Weekend open line
We’re looking forward to riding in the Parade tomorrow. Also, we’re proud that our own Southern Vance Raiders will be going on to the State Championships after last night’s game. With that, the floor is yours.
HiH Helpline
Because we have so many readers from so many diverse walks of life and areas of expertise, we thought it would be a good idea to pool that knowledge for the good of all. If you have a question that needs an answer, post it below. If you have an answer for that question, help your fellow Hendersonians out and share your knowledge for our mutual benefit.
Fuel watch: Low gas prices
Here’s the place to find the lowest gas prices in Vance County! On your way to work or shop or play, keep an eye out for those friendly prices so you can let the rest of us know where to save!
Corner Kitchen: Lavished with leftovers
Turn out the lights, the party’s over…and you’ve got eight pounds of turkey left, and that’s just the beginning. How do you get rid of it without the guilt of throwing it out or the danger of starting a household insurrection? Let us know the tricks of the turkey trade on this week’s Corner Kitchen.
Tree of Light lit despite rain
Tree of Light Organized by the Henderson Women’s League, the Tree of Light was illuminated last night in a thirty-minute ceremony in the parking lot of Maria Parham Medical Center in Henderson.
Friday’s open line
Well, Peter White has been acting Sheriff for seven hours and one minute, and so far all seems to be well. Attempts to steer the conversation beyond that may well be moot, so we’ll just let this be your open line.
Technical issues
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Tree of Light tonight
Once again, The Women’s League of Henderson will be sponsoring the Tree of Light.
Holiday safety alert
From the desk of Lt. Irvin Robinson Henderson Police Department Tips for a Happy and Safe Holiday During the year-end holidays, people are often busy, excited and sometimes a little bit careless.
Thursday’s open line
For the past 48 hours, readers have voiced opinions for and against Sheriff-Elect Peter White’s decision to dismiss four deputies upon his assumption of the duties of Sheriff of Vance County today at 5:00 p.m. To say that this issue is divisive is to understate the obvious. When that division is played out on Home in Henderson invites the old argument that the blog is bad for the community because is presents a fractured and disunited face (although perhaps a …
Wednesday’s open line
Although we were surprised to hear about Sheriff-Elect Peter White distributing termination letters before his term of office begins on December 4, we remind readers that deputies serve at the pleasure of the Sheriff. That being said, it seems clear that changes are coming to the Vance County Sheriff’s Office. Let us know what you think of those changes on today’s open line.
Tuesday’s open line
Home in Henderson proudly welcomes Google as its new affiliate and encourages readers to make note of the new Google search feature. With that, the floor is yours. Enjoy.
Monday’s open line
How do you feel about the city’s decision to give its share of the Armory, with stipulations, to the Boys and Girls Club? It it a negotiation tactic, as County Commissioner Tommy Hester suggested in Sunday’s Daily Dispatch, an opportunity to pass off a political hot potato for both governments, or genuine good will on the part of the city and a chance for the county to show the same? Voice your opinion on this or any other topic on …
Weekend open line
As we anticipate the swearing-in of Sheriff-Elect Peter White on Monday, we wonder what his first priority as the new Vance County Sheriff should be. Let him and us know your thoughts on the weekend open line.
Thanksgiving open line
On this most American of holidays, let us pause for a moment in gratitude and thank Providence for all that we have. Let us not forget our ancestors who built this nation and fought to protect it. Most of all, let us remember our youngest and bravest who are so far away from home, especially today.
Wednesday’s open line
Normally we have to be in the Northeast to experience a Nor’easter. This current storm has all the earmarks of one, except snow. For all of you who are venturing outward today, HiH urges you to exercise caution beyond the ordinary and hopes that Hendersonians and all Vance residents return safely home. For those who remain, the floor is, as always, yours. Enjoy.
Tuesday’s open line
At last night’s Council meeting, Public Safety Committee Chair Lonnie Davis stated that the term “Youth Protection Ordinance” was preferred over “Curfew Ordinance”. Is this just a euphemism, or are there other items that can be reasonably legislated, within the bailiwick of our Council, that can truly keep our kids safe? Let us know your thoughts on today’s open line.