Saturday, in the Republican Weekly Address, I talked about how the president’s health care law continues to affect millions of Americans. Women and families, in particular, are being targeted by this government-knows-best policy. Although the Healthcare.gov website is somewhat improved, many problems still remain, including serious concerns many have regarding the safety and security of the online exchanges. The Washington Post reported this week that the federal exchange website is still plagued with errors that have “affected roughly one-third of …
N.C. Board of Science & Technology Releases 2013 Tracking InnovationReport
Raleigh, NC, December 8, 2013 – North Carolina is in the midst of transitioning to a knowledge- and innovation-based economy, with many high-tech sectors increasing in employment and high-tech wages well above the national average. That’s according to data compiled in the 2013 Tracking Innovation report released today by the N.C. Board of Science and Technology, part of the N.C. Department of Commerce. Another indicator of North Carolina’s move to a knowledge-based economy is the state’s strong universities, which excel at research …
White House: Here’s what we’re doing for the holidays
Folks across the country are getting ready for the holidays. We’re celebrating here at the White House, too — and we want you to be a part of it. We’ve launched our 2013 Holidays page. Check it out for exclusive videos, recipes, and more.
White House Weekly Address: Calling on Congress to Extend Unemployment Benefits This Holiday Season
In this week’s address, President Obama says that before Congress leaves for vacation, they should extend unemployment benefits for 1.3 million hardworking Americans who will lose this lifeline at the end of the year. Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything that’s happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. This week, the President spoke on the importance of addressing economic mobility and supporting implementation of the Affordable Care Act, visited fasting immigration reform activists, marked World AIDS Day, celebrated …
Monday Open Line
One of the universal conveniences of modern life, and a boon to those of us with little time to spend grocery shopping and cooking, was developed by a man who was born on this date in 1886. Clarence Birdseye was on a scientific expedition to Labrador early in the 20th century when he noticed that freshly caught fish froze solid almost immediately when exposed to Arctic atmospheric conditions. But when thawed and eaten, the fish still tasted fresh. Birdseye went …
Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Brewer Cycles
A ribbon cutting was held today for BREWER CYCLES located at 420 Warrenton Road in Henderson. Brewer Cycles Inc. originated in January 1981 as a single-line Yamaha dealership and was a one-person operation. 32 years later they now have 25 experienced employees providing exceptional customer service. Over time they have added Polaris, Sea-Doo, Kawasaki, Honda, KTM, Kymco & Can-Am to their product lines. In September 2013 they opened an additional 12,500 square-foot showroom to house ATVs, utility vehicles and personal …
City of Henderson City Council Metting Monday, December 9th, 2013
The Henderson City Council will hold a Regular Meeting Monday 9 December 2013, 6:00 p.m. in the R. G. (Chick) Young, Jr. Council Chambers, Municipal Building at 134 Rose Avenue Henderson, North Carolina. Download the full agenda here: 20131209_coh_agenda_packet I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. OPENING REMARKS In order to provide for the highest standards of ethical behavior and Transparency in Governance as well as provide for good and open government, the …
Times added to Vance County Board of Commissioners meeting audio
A few days ago we posted the audio from Monday nights Vance County Board of Commissioners meeting. Wanted to post this again in the link below as it may be intimidating to listen to a 2 hour audio file without context. So we’ve updated the posting to include the times in the audio file for each agenda item. Please do give us feed back if you enjoy having the audio, if you’d like us to continue this. http://homeinhenderson.com/2013/12/04/news/county-business/audio-vance-county-board-of-commissioners-meeting-december-2nd-2013/
N.C. Board of Science & Technology Releases 2013 Tracking Innovation Report
Raleigh, NC – North Carolina is in the midst of transitioning to a knowledge- and innovation-based economy with many high-tech sectors increasing in employment and high-tech wages well above the national average. That’s according to data compiled in the 2013 Tracking Innovation report released today by the N.C. Board of Science and Technology. Another indicator of North Carolina’s move to a knowledge-based economy is the state’s strong universities, which excel at research & development, generate significant intellectual property, and produce …
Agriculture Commissioner Troxler’s statement on Golden LEAF grant for cold storage facility at port
RALEIGH – Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler issued the following statement today after the board of the Golden LEAF Foundation approved a grant to the Southeastern Partnership to support development of a cold storage facility at the Port of Wilmington: “This cold storage facility is a vital piece of infrastructure that our producers have needed for a long time, and I want to thank Golden LEAF for helping to make it a reality. North Carolina is the largest producer of pork …
2014 Rural Economic Development Institute Program
Courtesy of Senator Angela Bryant: The Rural Center has opened the application process for the 2014 Rural Economic Development Institute, the center’s signature program for rural leaders. More than 900 people, including local government officials, nonprofit leaders, business owners and clergy members have participated in the program since 1989. Through an intensive training regimen, REDI addresses leadership in two ways: it provides participants with techniques designed to enhance their skills as community leaders, and enhances their knowledge of economic and …
Butterfield Urges North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory to Take a Public Position Opposing All Sequestration Cuts, McCrory Declines
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) today released the following statement regarding Governor Pat McCrory’s refusal to publicly oppose all sequestration cuts, not just military cuts, when asked during yesterday’s briefing with the North Carolina Congressional Delegation: “I am deeply disappointed that Governor Pat McCrory refused to publicly voice his opposition to all sequestration cuts including cuts to social safety net programs. “The governor seemingly wants it both ways–by supporting across-the-board cuts to important federal programs, but opposing …
NCDA&CS issues stop-sale order on Everclear motor oil, automatic transmission fluid
RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has issued a stop-sale order for three types of Everclear brand motor oil after the products failed tests for viscosity standards. Viscosity refers to the thickness of the oil offered for sale, and its ability to protect against engine wear. The order applies to bottles of Everclear 5W30, 10W30 and 10W40 motor oil. The products are distributed by Everclear Oil in Austintown, Ohio. In addition to failing a viscosity test, …
Butterfield Mourns the Passing of Nelson Mandela
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) today released the following statement expressing his heartfelt condolences regarding the passing of Nelson Mandela: “Today, I join hundreds of millions of people worldwide in mourning the extraordinary life and legacy of anti-apartheid revolutionary, Nobel Peace Prize recipient, and first Black president of South Africa, Nelson Mandela. Words alone cannot adequately praise his historic achievements or fully express my sympathy in learning of his passing. Mandela was an icon of the global …
Vance County Board of Education Meeting Monday, December 9th, 2013
The Vance County Board of Education will meet on December 9, 2013 7:00 p.m. in the Administrative Services Center I. Call to Order II. Moment of Silence * III. Approval of Minutes * IV. Reorganization of Board * V. Approval of Meeting Agenda VI. Recognitions/Announcements VII. Comments from the Public (Citizens who would like to address the Board may do so by completing Form BDDH-E, Public Participation at Board Meetings. This request must be …
Attorney General Roy Cooper: Scammers masquerading as US Postal Service, AARP
Crooks often pretend to be someone they aren’t to get you to lower your guard. Scammers have been known to claim to be government officials, your bank, your insurance or power company, law officers, lottery officials, or even your grandchild facing an emergency in order to try to steal your personal information and your money. Now scammers are pretending to with the US Postal Service (USPS) and AARP, formerly the American Association of Retired Persons. An AARP member reported being …
White House: On the passing of Nelson Mandela
Thursday evening, President Obama delivered a statement on the passing of former South African President and anti-apartheid leader Nelson Mandela.
Friday / Weekend Open Line
This is fifth annual Musical Instrument Gift Day, sponsored by the National Pawnbrokers Association. Its purpose is to distribute musical instruments to organizations in need. This is just one high note for the nearly 6,400 pawnshops across the nation, which provide valuable lending and resale services in their communities. Another important player in selling used goods is the much larger used miscellaneous merchandise stores, which number close to 78,000 from coast to coast. These stores are where you go if, …
State Farmers Market offers chances to shop and give this holiday season
RALEIGH — The State Farmer Market is hosting some special events to help you check people off your gift list and give back to those in need this holiday season. On Saturday, Dec. 7, the Market Shoppes will host its annual Open House from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors can enjoy free samples of locally made products, enter to win door prizes and find custom gift ideas. Vendors also will have a large selection of local meats, cheeses, seafood …
More Teachers Leave NC Classrooms in 2012-13
More teachers left their jobs last year according to the 2012-2013 Annual Report on Teachers Leaving the Profession presented today to the State Board of Education at its meeting in Raleigh. According to the statewide report, local school systems had an average teacher turnover rate of 14.33 percent for 2012-13, which is higher than the 2011-12 rate of 12.13 percent. “Although the turnover rate was higher last year, it is reassuring to know that more than a third of the …