The Tabernacle United Methodist Church is having their annual fish fry today, Friday, May 1, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Townsville Fire Station on US 39 North. All proceeds will benefit the Relay for Life.
Golden LEAF aiming to grow NC economy
The Golden LEAF Foundation, a nonprofit organization devoted to the economic well-being of North Carolinians, aims to help grow the state’s economy through a $13 million investment to benefit Tier 1 and rural, Tier 2 counties. Tier 1 and 2 counties are North Carolina’s most economically distressed.
HPD makes arrest in car parts thefts
On April 27, 2009, around 8:04 a.m., officers of the Henderson Police Department responded to a call from Auto Mart of Henderson at 133 Raleigh Road in reference to numerous breakings and entering to motor vehicles that had occurred.
HPD/ALE joint op polices convenience stores
On April 25, 2009, members of the Henderson Police Department’s Narcotics Unit and agents from North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) conducted operation “Community Revitalization Mobile Enforcement”.
Thursday’s open line
We’re looking forward to the groundbreaking ceremony for the new elementary school off of Garrett Road today at 4:00 p.m. With that, here is your open line.
Police make arrest in kidnapping case
On April 1, 2009, Frederick Hymon of 524 Grant Street reported that two black males entered his residence.
Council hears Orange-Breckenridge project report
Planning & Community Development Director Erris Dunston reported to the Henderson City Council during Monday evening’s work session on the progress of the Orange-Breckenridge project.
Breast cancer fund raiser at The Bullpen
The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer will benefit from a portion of the proceeds raised from a “mix and mingle” at The Bullpen Sports Bar and Grill (former Wildflower) on Friday, May 1, 2009 from 5:30 until 9:30 p.m. There will be a $7.00 donation at the door, a band playing jazz, rhythm and blues, free appetizers (while they last) and drink specials.
Evans to hold first “listening post” meeting
During Monday’s workshop meeting of the Henderson City Council, member Mary Emma Evans asked City Manager Ray Griffin for information on a listening post meeting for Ward 1.
Wednesday’s open line
Since the unpaid furlough is now the latest trend in crisis budget management, I hereby announce that I will be furloughing members of my family in order to balance the household budget. Sorry, kids, tomorrow of Foodless Thursday.
Opinion: Dividing the pie
by Elissa Yount We all remember as children how our parents kept the peace by letting one child divide the pie and the other child have first choice.
Council consents to explore KJC sewer service
The Henderson City Council agreed by consensus to continue to pursue an idea that could hook the Kittrell Job Corps (KJC) to Henderson’s sanitary sewer plant.
HiH video: Henderson City Council 04-27-09
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Raleigh cops nab Henderson wanted
On April 22, 2009, around 8:50 p.m., officers with the Henderson Police Department responded to the residence of 544 W. Spring Street in Henderson in reference to an armed robbery that had occurred.
Monday’s open line
Our most deeply felt condolences go out to the family and friends of Vance County Deputy Brandon Scott Coker who was killed while performing his duty this past Saturday.
City council set to approve multiple demolitions
Here is the agenda for the Henderson City Council short Regular Meeting scheduled to take place today at 6:00 p.m. The short regular meeting takes place at 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month at City Hall located at 134 Rose Avenue in Henderson.
“Operation Blue Lightning” nets gun, drugs, cash
On April 21, 22, and 23, 2009, a training exercise was held in Henderson along Interstate 85.