WEEKLY REMINDERS 1. Get pruning tools ready. Sharpen, oil, tighten etc. 2. Plant cabbage, carrots, salad greens, potatoes, and spinach. 3. Cut back ornamental grasses, liriope, etc. 4. Fertilize tall fescue with a slow-release, turf-grade fertilizer. 5. Take an inventory of your garden chemicals and fertilizers so you don’t buy what you already have. 6. Start seeds indoors for brocolli and cauliflower. 7. Turn the compost pile, if you don’t have one now would a great time to start composting. …
Tuesday Open Line
The Wake County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution Monday in support of an amendment to the state constitution that would define marriage as being between one man and one woman and ban civil unions. The amendment will appear on the May primary ballot. Of course, this is just a formality and doesn’t really mean anything except that they show their position. But would you be interested in Henderson City Council, or the Vance County Board of Commissioners also taking …
Winner of $20 Gift Certificate to Greenway’s: prudence
After another highly scientific method of jotting down everyone’s names, cutting them out on equally sized pieces of paper, throwing the stack into the air and letting them fall to the floor scattered around, taking a penny from approximately 10 feet away and tossing it onto the floor in that direction, and picking up the paper that the penny stopped closest to, the penny has chosen ‘prudence’ as the winner. Prudence, please check your email for instructions on how to …
Richard Brand: Almost Funny
It is almost funny. Not in a laughing, happy way, but in that strange weird way that we say something is funny. Not long ago I was instructed by this site in the evils of Foreign Aid. I was tremendously surprised to discover that Foreign Aid was a vile Democratic activity. The fact that Foreign Aid has been used by every administration at least since World War II did not seem to bother “my instructor.” Oliver North was in …
NC GOP: Big Government Invades Child’s Lunchbox
The government is in your child’s lunchbox. The government is questioning your ability to decide what is right for your children to eat. By now most of you have read or heard about the report by the Carolina Journal about the chicken-nugget scandal in Raeford. If you haven’t, here is a quick summation, our messaging points, and a link to the story. (http://www.carolinajournal.com/exclusives/homemade-lunch-replaced-with-cafeteria-nuggets.html ) A mother packed her daughter a lunch for school. That lunch included: a turkey and …
Butterfield Commends Arrest of Attempted Suicide Bomber
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) today released the following statement on the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the U.S. Capitol Police arrest of Amine el-Khalifi, who reportedly attempted to carry out a suicide attack at the U.S. Capitol: “Today’s arrest of a man who allegedly planned to carry out a suicide bombing and shooting spree at the Capitol is a chilling reminder that we are never far-removed from those who seek to cause us harm. This …
Textile Manufacturer Praises Local and State Leaders for Business Support
RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Burlington Technologies Inc., a manufacturer of specialty textiles, will expand its facility in Alamance County. The company plans to create 110 jobs and invest $725,000 over the next three years in Burlington. The project was made possible in part by a $120,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. “Our state’s workforce and job training programs—especially in the textile industry—are second to none, thanks to our history of investments in education,” said …
Butterfield to Join Obama Campaign’s “Greater Together” National HBCU Student Summit, Tuesday
WILSON, NC — Congressman G. K. Butterfield (D-N.C.) will join Obama for America Campaign Manager Jim Messina as he host a student summit at North Carolina Central University on Tuesday, February 21 at 6:00 p.m. Other special guests include Democratic Strategist Valerie Jarrett and actress Gabrielle Union. This event is the official launch of the Greater Together program on Historically Black College and University (HBCU) campuses across the country. WHAT: Obama for America Campaign Manager Jim Messina to host student …
North Carolina Biotechnology Industry Continues to Expand
The Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) wrapped up its two-day Life Science: Fusing Science, Technology & Industry Leadership conference in Raleigh, yesterday, sending nearly 1000 participants home buzzing with the latest industry news and developments. Held in collaboration with the North Carolina Biotechnology Center and the N.C. Biosciences Organization, the event brought together top industry leaders to present perspectives on funding, strategic innovation and industry outlooks. An Emerging Company Showcase included companies in the biopharma and medtech sectors. The event …
Butterfield to Promote Economic Development and Rural Health Access Next Week
WASHINGTON, DC – Next week, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) will make several stops to promote small businesses, job growth, healthcare access, and economic development in the region. On Monday, Butterfield will begin the week by co-hosting an event with the Women’s Business Center of North Carolina, Small Business and Technology Development Center, Minority and Women Business Enterprise, and Elizabeth City University to educate minority business owners on tax policies that could help grow their businesses. Next, Butterfield will visit …
Military and Motorsports to Announce Historic Collaboration
Results to Enhance Soldier Safety and Ability, Vehicle Performance and Spur N.C.’s Economy DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY – The N.C. Motorsports Industry and the U.S. Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) today announced a strategic partnership to grow North Carolina’s defense and homeland security economy and increase soldier safety and capabiilty. The historic collaboration was announced by N. C. Gov. Bev Perdue; Lt. Gen. John F. Mulholland, Jr., Commanding General, USASOC; and NASCAR President Mike Helton during the opening weekend of Daytona …
Senator Richard Burr : Seniors’ Choice Act: A Proposal to Save Medicare
Last week, I, along with Senator Tom Coburn, M.D. (R-OK), unveiled the Seniors’ Choice Act, a legislative proposal to help America’s seniors by building a stronger, more sustainable Medicare program through immediate and longer-term reforms, many rooted in long-standing, bipartisan ideas. Non-partisan experts have warned the current Medicare program is facing insolvency due to unsustainable growth, and the Seniors’ Choice Act would fix its shortcomings so that it remains a viable option for seniors participating in the program now and …
Monday Open Line
I’d like to thank everyone for entering our weekend contest, as you can see it brought out lots of commenters, lots of viewers to our site. I just wish I didn’t have to bribe you all to comment so much! Our purpose is to give the area a discussion place for topics that affect us all. Although we don’t have official reporters, we have the community, and you can see that when everyone participates, there’s plenty of news and discussion …
Weekend Contest Coming To An End at Midnight
Just a quick reminder, Sunday night at 11:59pm is the last time to enter our $20 gift certificate to Greenway’s. We will announce the winner Monday around lunch time after we can figure up who all has entered. To enter, simply make a comment on any article on our site, it’s that easy!
Anonymous: Racism in Vance County
The following letter was submitted to us today from an anonymous reader: (Not the commenter named Anonymous, but an anonymous submitter.) I have never lived in such a racist town. I have been called names that are very derogatory and I cannot tell you on how many occasions I have been called a name referring to my race. Now, I can deal with it. But when it comes to my child being shunned at school because of her race, well, …
Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society Transport Needs
After a large number of dogs were surrendered on Monday and an urgent need for a rescue for three of the shelter’s rescue only dogs, we will have a transport leaving late Saturday night headed to NJ. Last week we sent 36 animals to rescue, this including puppies. Our vet bill alone for health certificates was $435. PLEASE donate to help cover our transporting and health certificate cost. We PRAY that we will not have to send a transport next …
City Council Special Meeting Monday, February 20th at 6pm Regarding Water Bills
From City Manager Ray Griffin: The current frustration with some of our utility customers has sparked debate about the efficacy of the City’s new security deposit policy. I certainly understand our customers’ frustrations and I regret there has been so much consternation about it this week. In order to better “wrap our arms” around this situation, I have worked with Finance Director Brafford and Billing & Collections Supervisor Bennett to review the data and share same with you. In August …
Weekend Contest – $20 Gift Certificate to Greenways Authentic Charcoal Grill
Make a comment on any article on Home in Henderson to be entered in our weekend contest. Starting right now and ending Sunday February 19th at 11:59 pm. We’ll pick a random commenter Monday morning, announce the winner on our website around lunch time and send you an email to your registered email address. Also, we’ll throw in mingo and Augi as contestants as they’ve already made a comment Friday morning before this announcement. Greenways is at 200 South Garnett …
Missing Person Help Requested, Harry Truman Munn
The Henderson Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating Harry Truman Munn, 65, last known address 1339 Hight Street, Henderson. Munn has been reported missing and was last seen in the Henderson area on February 2, 2012. Munn is a white male, 6’7, 155lbs, blue eyes and brown hair. He was last known wearing a black ball cap, green fleece jacket, blue jeans and work boots. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Henderson Police Department at …
VGCC Small Business seminar focuses on improving workplace
Vance-Granville Community College’s Small Business Center will offer a free seminar, entitled “How to Create a Positive Work Environment,” from 9 a.m. until Noon on Wednesday, March 14 in room 7107 of Building 7 on the college’s main campus in Vance County. The seminar seeks to help organizations to boost employees’ energy, enthusiasm and excitement, so that their workplaces can be more productive. The instructor for the seminar, John Formica of Charlotte, will discuss techniques to create a positive atmosphere, …