From Henderson Police Department: The Christmas Parade is this Sunday, December 2, 2012. The Parade will begin at 2:30 PM. The parade route will be from the Garnett Street Extension, Dabney Drive, continuing to Garnett Street to Andrews Avenue. This route will be posted “NO PARKING”, between the hours of 12:00 PM noon until 5:00 PM on this date. Please note the route, as well as the hours posted for “NO PARKING”. If vehicles are found in violation of parking …
Maria Parham Endocrinology Community Open House
Open House to Welcome Maria Parham Endocrinology Maria Parham Endocrinology & Dr. Diana Desai invite you to their Open House on Wednesday, November 28th, 2012 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm Dr Desai, an Endocrinologist, specializes in the treatment of diabetes, thyroid & hormonal disorders, women’s health issues and more. No RSVP needed. Please call (252) 436-6240 for more information.
Romantic Comedy “Almost, Maine” to be staged by VGCC Drama students
Vance-Granville Community College Drama students will present a production of John Cariani’s comedy, “Almost, Maine,” December 6-9. Performances begin on Thursday, Dec. 6 at 8 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 7 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. and at 8 p.m.; and on Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. All performances are in the small auditorium in Building 2 on the college’s Main Campus in Henderson. The title refers to the remote, mythical town in which the play (first …
2012 Child Health Report Card Shows Progress, Continued Challenges in Child Health
(Raleigh, NC)–North Carolina’s future prosperity is shaped by children’s health status, as well as where they live, learn, and grow, according to a new report by Action for Children North Carolina and the North Carolina Institute of Medicine. “Good health forms a foundation for future academic, economic and social success,” said Deborah Bryan, President & CEO of Action for Children North Carolina. “When children grow up healthy, safe and connected to resources that enable them to thrive, they are more …
NC Cooperative Extension Updates
Grants Available to Farmers Farmers who derive at least 50% of their income from farming may qualify for grants of up to $8,000. The Tobacco Communities Reinvestment Project is now accepting applications for innovative farm projects designed to increase farm income. It is funded exclusively by the NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission and the program is administered by Chatham County based Rural Advancement Foundation, International (RAFI). Projects must be completed in 2013 and farmers must be willing to share what …
Vance-Granville Community Band presents free Holiday Concert
The Vance-Granville Community Band will perform its fifth annual Holiday Concert on Thursday, Dec. 6. The program will begin at 7 p.m. in the Civic Center on VGCC’s Main Campus in Vance County. Admission is free. The band, which is a joint effort between VGCC students and interested citizens, has prepared a program that includes traditional Christmas carols and holiday favorites such as Leroy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride,” “Greensleeves” and Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus,” plus a contemporary selection by Mannheim Steamroller. In …
White House: Increasing Taxes on Middle-Class Families Will Hurt Consumer Spending
Today, as we move into the holiday shopping season, the National Economic Council and the Council of Economic Advisers released a report called The Middle-Class Tax Cuts’ Impact on Consumer Spending and Retailers. This report provides new analysis on the impact to retailers and consumer spending if Congress fails to act to avoid taxes going up on 98 percent of Americans at the end of the year. If Congress doesn’t act, middle-class families will see their income taxes go up …
Wednesday Open Line
Americans are going to the doctor less often. From 2001 to 2010, working age adults went to see doctors, nurses and other medical providers an average of 3.9 times in 2010, compared to 4.8 times in 2001, according to Census Bureau figures. Those who answered the survey were much less likely to visit a dentist than a medical provider in the last year — 59 percent went to the dentist, while 73 percent saw a medical provider. Fifty-seven percent of …
Tuesday Open Line
As the old song says — “Button up your overcoat” because winter storms are not far away. With the calendar moving toward the end of the year, it’s increasingly time for water-resistant boots and jackets, sweaters, hats, scarves, and gloves. In some areas, these are needed just to continue going about everyday business, whether it’s working on a ranch or commuting to a big office building downtown. To answer this wide variety of needs, there are just fewer than 190,000 …
White House Weekly Address: Wishing the American People a Happy Thanksgiving
During this holiday season, President Obama gives thanks in his weekly address for all of the blessings we share as Americans, and expresses his gratitude to the brave men and women who are defending our freedom around the world. Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything that’s happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. This week, the President made an historic trip to Thailand, Burma, and Cambodia, attended the East Asia Summit, and pardoned the National Thanksgiving Turkey at …
Monday Open Line
A side issue of the Civil War came to a head on this day in 1861 — resulting in the formation of the state of West Virginia. When Virginia voted to secede from the Union, delegates from pro-union counties in the western part of the state marched out of the convention and held their own gathering. Ultimately, 50 counties voted to form a separate state. The split had been brewing for decades around the issues of slavery, restriction of voting …
Senator Richard Burr Thanksgiving Message
This Thanksgiving, let us reflect on what we as a nation have to be grateful for and give thanks to God our Creator and to the brave men and women who have come before us and sacrificed their lives for our freedoms and our security. As Americans, we enjoy rights and liberties unheard of in many parts of the world, and we have a democracy that puts the power of an elected government in the hands of the people. Regardless of your …
Henderson Police on Thursday Homocide
On Thursday, November 22, 2012, at 9:52 P.M. members of the Henderson Police Department responded to the United Prayer of Faith Holiness Church, 127 Miriam Street, Henderson in response to someone shot. When officers arrived, they found Barry Wilkerson, 28, 1304 Nicholas Street, Henderson suffering from a gunshot wound. Wilkerson was pronounced dead at the scene. There were no church related activities on going at the time of this incident. The investigation is ongoing and being handled by the Henderson …
City of Henderson Christmas Parade, December 2nd, 2012 – Still Seeking Entires and Volunteers
The City of Henderson will hold it’s annual Christmas Parade Sunday, December 2nd, 2012 beginning at 2:30pm on Garnett Street in Downtown Henderson. Lineup begins at 1:30pm on the Dabney Drive Extension. Still accepting parade entries, please contact Pam Hester at 252-430-5734 as soon as possible to inquire about floats and other entries. There will also be a judging of floats and of marching bands. Also, still seeking volunteers to help with the lineup, with judging and etc, contact Pam …
City of Henderson Lighting of Christmas Tree November 27th, 2012
The City of Henderson will hold its annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony Tuesday, November 27th, 2012 starting at 6pm in the Veteran’s Triangle. Several local church groups will provide singing as well.
Thanksgiving Day Open Line
Happy Thanksgiving Day everyone. For HiH, I’m thankful to have a great community on this little website. Thankful for the folks to take the time out of their day to write something for our readers to spark some thoughts and conversations. Thankful that you’re being patient with me working on our wish list, I haven’t forgotten, and am slowing getting some accomplished. Be mindful that many offices, government and business are closed. Be sure to call your local business before …
City of Henderson City Council Meeting November 26th, 2012
Henderson City Council Regular Short MeetingMonday, 26 November 2012, 6:00 p.m.R. G. (Chick) Young, Jr. Council Chambers, Municipal Building134 Rose AvenueHenderson, North Carolina Download the full agenda packet here: 20121126_coh_agenda_packet (236 pages) Download the full work session agenda packet here: 20121126_coh_worksession_agenda_packet (5 pages) Follows is the agenda for the regular meeting, and then the agenda for the work session I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. OPENING REMARKS In order to provide for …
1st Annual Gobble Wobble at Greenways Authentic Charcoal Grill Tonight
The first annual Gobble Wobble is next Wednesday Thanksgiving Eve! Doors open at 8:00pm. $10 CASH cover charge with 10% of the cover going to Girls On The Run. Appetizers will be provided and DJ Alan Norwood is entertaining. Must be 18 to enter! Please have acceptable ID on hand!!
City of Henderson will close Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving Observance
City of Henderson will close Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving Observance
White House: Thanksgiving Decision: Cobbler or Gobbler?
Turkeys have been carving out a special place in American history since 1963. That’s when John F. Kennedy became the first U.S. President to “pardon” a turkey at the White House — a tradition that’s grown to be known as the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation. On Wednesday, President Obama will pardon the 2012 National Thanksgiving Turkey and this year, for the first time ever, the American public will get its say. People all across the country are flocking to cast …