The Henderson-Vance Economic Partnership is scheduled to meet on Thursday, October 23, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. at the Vance County Schools’ Administrative Services Center on Graham Avenue. Slated for discussion is a report from county commissioners regarding the proposed reorganization of the partnership and the Economic Development Commission with the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce.
State Board of Ed. highlights
At their October meeting, board members approved cut scores for the new end-of-grade tests in reading and science that were first used in 2007-08 and end-of-course tests in physical science, biology, chemistry and physics, changes to the 2007-08 ABCs/AYP results, the 2008 Textbook Adoption and Textbook Commission Report, and an update to the Policy on Interscholastic Athletics.
Fireproof will show beginning Nov. 7
by Nancy Jo Smith, Managing Owner Marketplace Cinemas I am emailing to let you know about a movie that is getting amazing feedback and has touched so very many.
Thursday’s open line
As the editor of Home in Henderson, I get a fair share of telephone calls and emails that can safely be called “spin control” on various issues, usually local. As we move into the final phase of the presidential election, however, instead of the usual emails, I’ve been getting links to YouTube videos that endorse/detract both candidates. I shudder to think how many political opinions are being formed by two minute videos.
Dropout prevention grant subcommittee meets Friday
The North Carolina Dropout Prevention Committee’s Grant Review Subcommittee will meet via conference call this Friday, October 17, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
HPD unveils “Operation Zero Tolerance”
Members of the Henderson Police Department’s Narcotics Unit conducted a four-month undercover drug operation.
City council considers change to Beacon Light policy
The Henderson City Council voted at Monday’s regular meeting to consider changes to its policy position on the former Beacon Light apartment complex property.
Small farms bill becomes law
Washington, D.C. —- President Bush signed into law H.R. 6849, a bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) to suspend a provision in the 2008 Farm Bill that would have put thousands of small farms at risk.
Wednesday’s open line
Can Henderson promote home ownership in the current economic climate? Bring your opinions close to home on today’s open line.
HPD arrests Tony Finch’s assailant
Henderson Police Department Chief K.L. Sidwell reports that members of the Henderson Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division arrested the individual listed below involving the October 8, 2008 assault of Tony Finch.
EDC meets today
The Economic Development Commission will meet at the Vance County Schools’ Administrative Services Center on Graham Avenue at 10:00 a.m. today.
Cops arrest convicted felon for firearm violation
Chief K.L. Sidwell of the Henderson Police Department reports that members of his department’s Narcotics Unit conducted an investigation that lead to the arrest of a convicted felon for possession of a firearm.
City developing new performing arts center app.
Henderson City Manager Ray Griffin reported during yesterday’s regular meeting of the city council that the city is developing a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application for the Embassy Foundation’s proposed performing arts center.
City rules for collection of loose leaves
This from Linda Leyen, Director of the Public Works Department for the City of Henderson: Loose leaf collection within the City of Henderson begins October 15, 2008 and will end January 14, 2008.
HPD makes arrest in drug sales investigation
Henderson Police Chief K.L. Sidwell reports that members of the Henderson Police Department Narcotics Unit executed a search warrant on the residence of 916 Gay Street in Henderson.
Tuesday’s open line
We congratulate City Manager Ray Griffin for a relatively smooth and efficient meeting of the Henderson City Council. May the wind always be at your back. Here’s your open line.
Vance Board of Ed. to hold budget work session
The Vance County Board of Education will hold a budget work session on Monday, October 13, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. in the Administrative Services Center break room at 1724 Graham Avenue in Henderson.
Monday’s open line
Last Monday, Vance County Commissioner Deborah Brown named Pinkie V. Hayes a Community Hero. Hayes received a framed certificate and $25. Hayes is also the Chief Judge of Elections for the Townsville voting district where Brown is running for re-election to the commission, as pointed out yesterday in a letter to the editor by Jamie Harris in yesterday’s Daily Dispatch. Was Brown’s designation of Hayes as a Community Hero (a distinction that Hayes no doubt deserves) political pandering or coincidence? …
HPD makes arrest in identity theft case
On October 2, 2008, members of the Henderson Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division arrested the individual listed below after an investigation involving identity theft.