North Carolina was spared the worst from Hurricane Sandy, and our hearts go out to those victims who bore the worst of the storm. But the danger isn’t over, because disasters like Sandy bring out scammers as surely as night follows day. Heartless crooks set up fake charities (some with names that sound like established, legitimate organizations) to collect donations for disaster relief that go straight into the scammer’s pocket. Follow our tips to make sure your charitable dollars get …
North Carolina Weekend
For the week of Nov. 1 on UNC-TV’s “North Carolina Weekend,” enjoy the wonders of the Children’s Museum of Alamance County in Burlington. Feel a sense of history at the Cupola House and its gardens in Edenton. Step back in time at the Thomas Day House in Milton. Tour a few of the historic mansions in Wilmington. And lift at glass at Rioja Wine Bar in Greensboro. (Please note: listings are subject to change.) “North Carolina Weekend” is exclusively underwritten …
Thursday Open Line
One of the great match races in horse racing history took place on this date in 1938 at Baltimore’s Pimlico track between War Admiral and Seabiscuit. The heavily favored War Admiral was larger, as well as the reigning triple crown winner and horse of the year. Seabiscuit’s regular jockey was injured and could not ride that day. Seabiscuit jumped to an early lead, but War Admiral caught up and the two horses raced side by side for almost a mile. …
Alan Pitts: This One For The Cloaked Dope, his side kick, Closet Crusader and their demented grandfather, The Out To Lunch Letterman: Identity of Wind
By Alan Pitts, Political Analysis, Community Activist and Organizer, Disabilities Rights Advocate, Artist, Adult Anonymous thanked City Attorney Zollicoffer for his most informative letter. You know the letter that any Vance County High School graduate should have no trouble digesting without any additional need for further questioning. What could be more American, ‘accepting as true everything that a politician tell you.’ You probably make a pretty good Nazi if only they made a fancy hat big enough, to match your …
William Bender: When Push Comes To Shove
Nothing else is as relevant as the famous saying, “When push comes to shove… the real Mitt Romney shows up. This is the quintessential point of distinction between not just Romney and Obama, but between conservative Republicans and Democrats. Conservative Republicans really do not care about the 47% of the country they do not identify with; people who actually work for a living, do a job, have a life, and have no interest of becoming Donald Trump. The 2012 election …
William Bender: The Choice Between Two Critical Perspectives
This Presidential election offers a clear choice between two differing views. It is a simple “what you really believe” evaluation. The first perspective is that We are all Equal. The second is that Some of us are Superior. At its core the election pivots on this critically important philosophical view of contemporary American political society: How we see Ourselves and how we see Others in relationship to Ourselves. Or, more succinctly, Do we still believe in Equality or do we …
VGCC Art instructor wins ribbon at State Fair
A painting by Vance-Granville Community College art instructor Lelia Brigham of Henderson (seen here in an art classroom at VGCC) won the Hostesses’ Choice Award in the Arts and Photography competition at the recently-concluded 2012 North Carolina State Fair. Her miniature pastel, “Vance County Tobacco Barn,” was the only piece selected from among over 200 works by 120 artists to receive the new award, which was determined by a panel of 12 Arts and Photography Department hostesses. Although Brigham has …
Henderson City Council Special Called Meeting Monday November 5
Mayor Pete O’Geary has requested a Special Called Meeting for Monday, 5 November 2012 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 134 Rose Avenue, Henderson, NC. The purpose of this meeting is to authorize direction regarding the CDBG grant application, along with other items of business. The public is welcome to attend.
North Carolina Receives Federal Grant to Increase Small Business Exports
RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced Monday that the N.C. Department of Commerce is the recipient of a $945,000 grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration that will help increase exporting by small businesses over the next year. “One of the ways to strengthen our economy and speed up our recovery efforts is by supporting and growing small and medium sized businesses,” said Gov. Perdue. “North Carolina’s program to assist small businesses with export opportunities is posting strong …
Asheboro featured on ’60 Minutes’
The CBS program “60 Minutes” examined the decline and slow recovery of manufacturing in Randolph County during a segment titled “The Death and Life of Asheboro, N.C.” Reporter Scott Pelley interviewed business owners, a couple that has survived layoffs, and the proprietor of a pickle company that has begun exporting its products to China. Asheboro business leaders, including N.C. Department of Commerce Secretary Keith Crisco, discussed their thoughts on the episode during a segment on WFMY – Greensboro. “”I’m very, …
Wednesday Open Line
Beware — it’s Halloween or more properly, All Hallow’s Eve, the day before the Feast of All Saints. According to Celtic tradition, it’s a time when witches, ghosts, and other unsavory characters walk the Earth for a day. For years, Halloween was eagerly awaited by youngsters, who would dress up in whatever was handy and make the rounds of the neighborhood, begging for candy with the empty threat “trick or treat!” Now, more formal parties are being held, and grownups …
Elissa Yount: The Rest of the Story
Can the City proceed to correct the wrongs in the Flint Hill area when two elected officials are invested in the neighborhood and have not addressed the problems? Do they want the eyes of the city and state turned on this area? Mike Inscoe’s company is invested in 13 houses and other lots in the Flint Hill Area on Hillside, Marshall, Booth, Champion and Chavasse. His company is listed as Hamlett Investments LLC with the Secretary of State and the …
NC Teacher: “I Quit”
Editors Note – This is an open letter from a North Carolina teacher in Union County published on another blog. A short excerpt is below, but you may read the full letter here: dianeravitch.net/2012/10/27/nc-teacher-i-quit/ The Internet told me that the West Coast was not hiring teachers anymore, but the East Coast was the go-to place. Charlotte, North Carolina couldn’t keep up with the demand! I applied with three schools, got three phone interviews, and was even hired over the phone. My …
United Way Fundraiser Challenges Physicians Vs. Staff
A Basketball Game fundraiser benefiting United Way will be held November 1, 2012 at 7:00pm At Kerr Vance Academy. The two teams are Maria Parham Medical Center Staff versus Maria Parham Medical Center Physicians. Ticket and concession sales hope to generate $25,000 for the fundraiser. Admission fee is as follow: Early ticket sale – 4.00 adult or $2.00 children. At the door— $5.00 adult or $3.00 children. For tickets call the hospital at 252-436-1167 and look for Jane at extension …
First Friday Breakfast at Henderson Collegiate
Henderson Collegiate is having another First Friday Breakfast at 7:30 am this Friday, November 2nd! Over breakfast, connect with the school’s mission and major successes, tour the facility to see collegiate learning in action, and talk with students about what it means to be a member of the “Pride.” Please RSVP to Caitlin Dietrich at 252-204-8750 or cdietrich@hendersoncollegiate.org by 5:30 pm on Thursday, Nov. 1st.
Political Discussion: 1 Week Countdown to Election Day 2012
Home in Henderson will have a weekly thread for political issues, including this thread, counting down 8 weeks until November 6th, 2012, election day. Discuss as you please, keep it civil and respectful. Next Tuesday will be Election Day, 2012! You are free to comment on political issues anywhere else on the site as well, but it might be easier to carry about long discussions in specified threads instead of many different threads over the website.
Automotive Equipment Manufacturer Chooses Gaston County
RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Nussbaum Lifts, a manufacturer of automotive service equipment, will locate a new facility in Gaston County. The company plans to create 83 jobs and invest $7.6 million dollars over three years in Gastonia. The project was made possible in part by a $137,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. “My first priority is creating jobs,” said Gov. Perdue. “Our top-notch business climate continues to attract manufacturers to North Carolina. These companies …
Tuesday Open Line
Against the backdrop of rising concern about the cost of energy, most homeowners across the nation are anxiously watching the dropping temperatures as fall advances. Most homes in the U.S. have central heating, and six-out-of-10 have a warm-air furnace. By far the most popular heating fuel is gas — either piped in or bottled — which heats just over 60 percent of the nation’s homes. About one-third use electricity. Fuel oil, while still important in New England, is used to …
White House: The latest on Hurricane Sandy
As communities up and down the East Coast prepare for Hurricane Sandy to make landfall, President Obama is urging residents in the path of the storm to heed warnings from state, local, and tribal officials and make final preparations. Earlier today, he spoke from the White House Briefing Room. Watch President Obama speak about Hurricane Sandy. We also want to make sure you have the latest guidance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. If you don’t live in an area affected by …
Vance County Schools, Henderson Collegiate, KVA 2 Hour Delay Tuesday
As of the time of this writing, Vance County Schools, Henderson Collegiate and Kerr Vance Academy have a 2 hour delay for Tuesday in anticipation of high winds and possible power outages. For more up to date information please check with your local school, or visit www.wral.com/weather/closings