The Henderson Police Department would like to remind our citizens that City ordinance, as well as North Carolina General Statute prohibits any motor vehicle from parking the wrong way on a public street. Fines imposed are twenty dollars ($20.00). Recently citizens have made numerous complaints regarding violators in the areas of Rose Ave. (City Hall), and the Post Office on Garnett Street. We would ask our drivers to take the extra few minutes to park legally and show respect and …
Henderson – Vance Crimestoppers Offering Rewards
Note: Crime Stoppers will pay rewards up to $2,000.00 for information leading to the arrest of persons responsible for these and other criminal offenses. All information received is kept confidential. The Crime Stoppers phone number is 492-1925. Callers do not have to give their name Breaking & Entering Larceny Case: On July 24, 2012 at 3:05 a.m., officers of the Henderson Police Department were dispatched to Adventure Island 1211 Coble Blvd in reference to an alarm. Upon arrival officers found …
Vance County Human Resources Committee Meets Monday, 5:15pm
The Vance County Human Resources Committee Meets today, Monday, 5:15pm in the Managers Office
Pizza Inn Hosting Fundraiser Benefiting ACTS Monday Sep 10th, and Tuesday Sep 11th, 2012
Monday, September 10th, 2012 and Tuesday, September 11th, 2012, Pizza Inn of Henderson (1250 Coble Blvd.) will be holding a fundraiser for ACTS. 10% of the sales brought in go back to ACTS, sales are counted by the number of flyers brough tto Pizza Inn. The fundraiser runs from 10:45 am to 8:30pm each day. You MUST print out this flyer and bring it with you for your meal to be counted towards the fundraiser. Download the flyer here: ACTS …
Oxford Preparatory High School is Approved, Opening Fall 2013
The State Board of Education voted on 9/6/2012 to approve the charter application of Oxford Preparatory High School. The state approval enables Oxford Preparatory High School to open a public charter high school in Granville County. Oxford Preparatory High School, a public charter school in Granville County, will open its door to 9th grade students in fall 2013. Oxford Preparatory High School’s purpose is to graduate future leaders who have completed a rigorous curriculum, performed community service, and developed an …
Butterfield Applauds Jamesville Middle School’s Receipt of National Blue Ribbon School Designation
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) applauded Jamesville Middle School in Jamesville, North Carolina for being honored as a 2012 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. Jamesville Middle School serves approximately 115 students in grades six through eight and scored 93 percent on state assessments, ranking the institution in the top 5 of all North Carolina schools. Since 1982, the Department of Education has recognized elementary, middle, and high schools whose students excel …
White House Weekly Address: Coming Together to Remember September 11th
President Obama marks the eleventh anniversary of the September 11th attacks by remembering the innocent lives lost, and honoring the first responders and men and women in uniform who have served and sacrificed to keep our country safe. In the difficult years following the attacks, the United States has come back stronger as a nation, decimated the leadership of al-Qaeda, ensured that Osama bin Laden will never attack America again, and strengthened our alliances across the world. The President has …
Monday Open Line
The first coast-to-coast highway in the United States opened on this date in 1913. Known as the Lincoln Highway, the road originally ran for almost 3,400 miles through 13 states. Nicknamed “the Main Street across America,” the highway brought economic progress to many cities, towns and villages along its route. As a young army officer, Dwight Eisenhower drove in an army convoy on the Lincoln Highway — an experience that fostered his support as president for the Interstate Highway System …
City of Henderson City Council meeting Monday, September 10th, 2012
The City of Henderson City Council will meet Monday, September 10th, 2012 at 6:00pm in the Municipal Building on 134 Rose Avenue. Download the full agenda packet here: 20120910_coh_agenda_packet (148 pages) Items include: I. CALL TO ORDERII. ROLL CALLIII. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEIV. OPENING REMARKSIn order to provide for the highest standards of ethical behavior and Transparency in Governanceas well as provide for good and open government, the City Council has approved Core Valuesregarding Ethical Behavior1 and Transparency in …
Vance County Board of Commissioners Meeting Monday September 10th, 2012
The Vance County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday September 10th, 2012 at 6:00pm Topis include public hearins regarding Scattered Site Program Amendment and a rezoning request on MOrris Wilson Road Appointments include Jordan McMillen regrading an ordinance violation and Brian Short regarding Proposed Lease for Back-up 911 Center Radio System The water district board will meet regarding Grant funds and rate resolution, change orders and other matters as needed. Approval of finance terms for 911 phone system Records retention …
Vance County Board of Education Meets Monday September 10, 2012
The Vance County Board of Education will meet Monday, September 10th, 2012 at 7:00pm in the Administrative Services Center. Agenda includes public comment from Rev. John Miles regarding policies. Application to the NC Education Lottery for funds to pay off debt/bonds. Change of regular meeting schedule on November 12th to meet instead on November 5th due to Veteran’s Day holiday and the NC School Board Associations Annual Conference November 12-14. Committe reports Executive Session for Approval of Minutes, Property, Legal, …
Vance County Water Project: Discounted Tap Fees Still Available – Signups Needed ASAP
The County water project has begun water line construction for Phase 1A in the Sandy Creek Township area. Recently the County signed an agreement to purchase water from the City of Henderson which will allow construction to begin in Phases 2A and 2B where your property is located. It is anticipated that construction could begin in your area within the next 6 months or less. The Water District Board is encouraging everyone who is interested in having County water and …
VGCC and Chambers announce Business Summit, seek sponsors
The Vance-Granville Community College Small Business Center, in partnership with the Granville County Chamber of Commerce, the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber of Commerce of Warren County and the Greater Franklin County Chamber of Commerce, is planning a new event, and organizers are encouraging local businesses and organizations to join them. The “Business Summit,” entitled “Plugged-In, Productive & Profitable – The New Face of Business,” is scheduled to be held Wednesday, Nov. 7 from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. in …
Henderson – Vance Crime Stoppers Crimes of the Month
Breaking & Entering Larceny Case: On July 24, 2012 at 3:05 a.m., officers of the Henderson Police Department were dispatched to Adventure Island 1211 Coble Blvd in reference to an alarm. Upon arrival officers found the glass broken out of the front door. Mr. William Flores stated that a large amount of items were taken. Estimated value of the property was at $1700.00.The Henderson Police Department encourages anyone with information related to this case to contact Henderson – Vance Crime …
White House: We the People: 3 Million Signatures Later
Last year, the White House launched a new tool called We the People, offering a powerful and simple way to petition the Obama Administration to take action on a range of issues. If a petition gathers enough signatures, policy officials review it and publish an official response. From the beginning, We the People’s popularity exceeded our expectations. More than 600,000 signatures were received in the first 11 days and within two weeks, 81 petitions had reached the initial signature threshold of 5,000 …
Friday / Weekend Open Line
Today marks the birthday of famous heart surgeon Dr. Michael DeBakey, who has been described as “perhaps the greatest surgeon ever.” While still in medical school, DeBakey invented the roller pump, a key piece of equipment in open heart surgery. During his long professional career, he invented at least 50 instruments for heart and artery repair. He is also credited as the driving force behind the establishment of the Houston Medical Center, one of the best of its kind in …
Public Safety Committee Rescheduled for Friday, September 7th
Public Safety Committee meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, September 6 at 4:00 has been changed to Friday, September 7 at 3:00. The location will be the same – the County Manager’s Office. Vance County’s Public Safety Committee is scheduled to meet to discuss Forestry Service and Fire/EMS.
North Carolina Weekend
The schedule for the week of Sept. 6 on UNC-TV’s “North Carolina Weekend” is different due to PBS televising the Democratic National Convention. “North Carolina Weekend” will be pre-empted on Thursday night on UNC-TV (but will run on UNC-EX at 7:00) but will air at 8:30 on Friday night. For this week’s episode, have a hoppin’ good time at the Hop ‘N Blueberry Farm in Black Mountain. Test your taste bud mettle at the N.C. Hot Sauce Contest in Oxford. …
Sheetz Chooses Alamance County, N.C. for Distribution and Food Manufacturing Facility
RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that Sheetz Inc., a large chain of convenience stores and gas stations, will establish a distribution and food manufacturing facility in Burlington. The company plans to create 254 jobs in North Carolina by the end of 2018, and invest more than $32.8 million in its Alamance County facility. The project was made possible in part by state grants from the Job Development Investment Grant and the One North Carolina Fund. “Companies like Sheetz …
Boat manufacturers meet in Lake Norman, promote recreational boating industry economic impact
Capitalizing on the high-powered politicians and others who will descend on the Charlotte area during the DNC, the National Marine Manufacturers Association is meeting in Lake Norman to raise awareness about how the recreational boating industry spurs economic development. “The goal is to expose our area to others who might not have seen it otherwise,” said Visit Lake Norman’s Marketing & Communications Manager Courtney Wolfrom, adding that the organization has recruited the boating association since October. “We’re thrilled to be …