In this newsletter, you will find information regarding the most recent forecasts of the federal deficit from the Congressional Budget Office’s updated budget report and a link to video of a Second District constituent talking about what he thinks of the current level of government spending. Also included in this newsletter is information regarding the U.S. military service academy nomination process and deadline. I hope you will share this information with your friends by forwarding this email and using the …
White House Weekly Address: Thanks To Our Troops
President Obama marks the second anniversary of the end of major combat in Iraq, by thanking our servicemen and women for the outstanding work they did. It’s the summer’s special Mailbag Edition of West Wing Week, featuring Elizabeth Olson, Director of Presidential Correspondence. This week we’re taking a moment to pick out a few of your letters from the thousands that arrive everyday here at the White House and answer some of your questions on immigration, healthcare, and the economy. …
Monday Open Line (Labor Day)
In 1882, Matthew Maguire, a machinist, first proposed the holiday while serving as secretary of the CLU (Central Labor Union) of New York.[2] Others argue that it was first proposed by Peter J. McGuire of the American Federation of Labor in May 1882,[3] after witnessing the annual labor festival held in Toronto, Canada.[4] Oregon was the first state to make it a holiday in 1887. By the time it became a federal holiday in 1894, thirty states officially celebrated Labor …
Henderson Police Department Shoplifters of the Week
Amanda Haines, 25, 515 Finch Road HendersonDate:8/27/12Location:Dollar General 1702 N Garnett St.Charge:LarcenyItems:Perfume, LighterBond:Cited And Released Rashaan Bullock, 21, 1148 Vicksboro Road HendersonDate:8/24/12Location:WalmartCharge:ShopliftingItems:Clothing ItemsBond:Cited And Released Alicia Dominguez, 16, 1 Lynwood Lane HendersonDate:8/24/12Location:WalmartCharge:LarcenyItems:Vitamins,Weed Killer,CableBond:Cited And Released Cindy Dominguez,29, 1 Lynwood Lane HendersonDate:8/24/12Location:WalmartCharge:LarcenyItems:Vitamins Weed Killer, CableBond:Cited And Released Peggie Hargrove, 55, 1305 Dorsey Ave. HendersonDate:8/25/12Location:Dollar General 1702 N Garnett St.Charge:LarcenyItems:CandyBond:$400 Rhonda Boyer, 49, 173 Church St. HendersonDate:8/16/12Location:BelksCharge:LarcenyItems:SungalssesBond:Cited And Released
Great Teachers and Principals Key Ingredients to Student Success
Teachers and principals across the state began preparing for the 2012-13 school year long before many of them welcomed students to their classrooms this week. Thanks to North Carolina’s READY initiative, many educators have gone through extensive training and received new tools to help them transition to the state’s new Standard Course of Study. In addition, aspiring teachers and principals now have two innovative new programs to help them take the next step in their careers in education. “Qualified, knowledgeable …
White House: Salute the Troops: Two Years After the End of Combat Missions in Iraq
Salute the Troops: Two Years After the End of Combat Missions in Iraq On August 31st, 2010, President Obama addressed the nation from the Oval Office. “So tonight,” he said, “I am announcing that the American combat mission in Iraq has ended.” To mark two years since the end of combat in Iraq, and with troops still serving in Afghanistan, take a moment to show your support for those that serve and their families. Here’s how you can participate: Use the …
Friday / Weekend Open Line
It may sound unlikely, but one of the biggest Italian-themed festivals in the U.S. is located in West Virginia. Beginning today and running through September 2nd, the 34th West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival will draw 100,000 people to the town of Clarksburg for a sample of all things Italian. Those attending will have a chance to enjoy a parade and live entertainment, as well as a homemade wine contest, and naturally, Italian food. Along that line, one highlight will be …
NC Destinations Prepare for a Lively Labor Day Weekend
RALEIGH, N.C. —Travelers looking for a standout summer send-off will find themselves in good company across North Carolina. With longstanding Labor Day festivals and special events leading up to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, destinations are ready to welcome a stream of Labor Day visitors. “The weekend will truly end summer on a high note,” said Lynn Minges, the N.C. Commerce Department’s Assistant Secretary of Tourism, Marketing and Global Branding. “With an extra day between coming and going, the …
National organization ranks VGCC in top 25 for Latino STEM graduates
A new report finds that Vance-Granville Community College is among the top 25 community colleges in the nation awarding associate degrees in certain Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields to Latino students. The report, called “Finding Your Workforce: The Top 25 Institutions Graduating Latinos in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) by Academic Level—2009-10,” was recently released by Excelencia in Education, a Washington, DC-based not-for-profit organization that seeks to accelerate higher education success for Latino students by providing data-driven …
Tourism Division touts N.C. offerings to DNC visitors
With 35,000 delegates, dignitaries and media representatives as well as the eyes of the world converging on Charlotte for the 2012 Democratic National Convention next week, the Division is seizing the opportunity to showcase the state’s assets as a travel destination. “Attention will be fixed on Charlotte and North Carolina,” said Assistant Sec. Lynn Minges. “We want people to see beyond the headlines, appreciate the unique travel experiences the state offers, and showcase North Carolina as a special setting where …
Vance County Board of Education’s Personnel Committee Meeting Tuesday, September 4
The Vance County Board of Education’s Personnel Committee will meet on Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at 8:30 am. The meeting will be held in the Superintendent’s Conference Room.
North Carolina Weekend
The schedule for the week of Aug. 30 on UNC-TV’s “North Carolina Weekend” is different this week due to PBS televising the Republican National Convention. “North Carolina Weekend” will be pre-empted on Thursday night on UNC-TV (but will run on UNC-EX) and will air as usual on Friday. For this week’s episode, be amazed at the “Accidental Mummies of Guanajuato” exhibit at the Natural Science Center of Greensboro. Enjoy the N.C. Gourd Festival in Raleigh. Take to the skies at …
Thursday Open Line
Labor Day weekend sees a lot of traditional events in all corners of the country. Starting tomorrow, the folks in Kewanee, Illinois are holding their 59th annual Hog Capital of the World Festival. By the time it’s over on Monday, the festival will attract 40,000 people to sample the world’s largest pork chop barbecue. They’ll also see Model T races, a parade, top flight entertainment — and a four-mile run known as the Hog Stampede. There are nearly 65 million …
Henderson City Manager, Ray Griffin: City Council Mid-Term Retreat
Mayor O’Geary, Members of City Council, City Manager and Administrative staff participated in a mid-term retreat on Thursday, 23 August 2012, at the Aycock Recreation Complex in Henderson, NC. The purposes of the Retreat were to: 1) build and foster team work; 2) review roles and responsibilities of elected officials and city manager; and 3) review status of the Strategic Plan and its related action plans. Ms. Rebecca Veazey, MAPS Group, served as the Retreat facilitator. Ms. Veazey utilized the …
Michael Bobbitt: Notes From The Peanut Gallery (City Council Meeting August 27th, 2012)
The City Council’s on Monday was three meetings in one; actually a regular meeting, a closed session, and a work session. So my summary will follow the sequence of the meetings. 1. Vance County Comprehensive Transportation Plan Scott Watson presented to the Council the State Department of Transportation’s concept and planning for transportation needs within Vance County over the next thirty years. This was a much improved presentation from the one given to the County Commissioners earlier this month. Mr. …
Cops on Top fundraiser at Chick-Fil-A September 21st
The Henderson Police Department, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office, and Chick-fil-A of Henderson will be holding their annual Cops on Top fundraiser on Friday, September 21, 2012, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Chick-fil-A on Dabney Drive . This fundraiser is to raise money for the Special Olympics of North Carolina. Law enforcement officers will be on the roof at Chick-fil-A as well as on the ground raising funds. They will have t-shirts and hats available for a monetary …
Vance County Appearance Commission Asks Groups to Adobt a Highway
The Vance County Appearance Commission is spearheading a movement to rid the county of roadside trash. We are asking community groups to participate by adopting a section of highway near your place of business or activity site. Online is a brochure describing the adopt-a-highway program and how to enroll. The web address is: http://www.ncdot.gov/doh/operations/dp_chief_eng/roadside/beautification/highway/ You may also contact the local NCDOT office in Gillburg at 252-438-5333 for supplies such as bags, vests and gloves. Thank you in advance for your support …
Vance County Board of Commissioners September Meeting Date Changed
The Vance County Board of Commissioners’ September meeting has been changed to the SECOND Monday (September 10) due to the Labor Day Holiday falling on the first Monday. This change was approved during the August board meeting.
Wednesday Open Line
Nineteen-year-old Jim Casey had an idea. So, this week in 1907, he and a friend borrowed $100. With it, they started the American Messenger Service in Seattle. By 1913, they had their first vehicle, a Ford Model T, and switched from messages to packages. By 1919, the firm expanded beyond Seattle. Soon, the growing United Parcel Service painted its trucks a rich brown. Today, UPS trucks are still brown. It is the largest package delivery company, serving more than 200 …
Richard Brand: Still The Vision Thing
There are now a whole series of commercials about people who claim they voted for Obama in 2008 but that they are now disappointed with his administration and do not believe they will vote for him in 2012. I am among those who have been disappointed by Obama’s administration. I had great hopes that he would be able to carry his vision of an administration that was focused on solving the problems that confront our country. That he wanted very …