In a unanimous vote, the Vance County Board of Commissions formed a committee to examine the issue of dog hunting.
Five County Focus: birth defect prevention month
by Gina Dement, Public Information Officer Five County Mental Health Authority Did you know that the number one cause of birth defects is the use of alcohol, tobacco and drugs while pregnant?
Thursday’s open line
Being a teacher, I don’t see a lot of television while the sun still hangs in the heavens. Only a few days ago was I made aware of this thing called the Steve Wilkos Show. Is it really true that Jerry Springer’s bodyguard and prier-aparter of the sociopathically violent now has his own show? Spin offs have changed. Let us know what you think on today’s open line.
Help the HPD: Packin’ pasta
Suspected shoplifter Click image to play video On January 3, 2008, a representative of the Supply Line Country Market on Raleigh Road reported that at approximately 5:00 p.m. on that date a white female entered the store, concealed several packages of “pasta sides” dishes, and then left the store.
Sen. Berger’s Greetings from Raleigh
I hope that everyone had a wonderful time celebrating the holidays with family and friends.
Wednesday’s open line
Want to increase your life by fourteen years? Here’s the advice of a recent study. We doubt it’s anything you didn’t already know. However, an undocumented, unapproved, and unverified study has shown that Home in Henderson can get some of us up to our target heart rate in seconds. Read the comments throughout the site to find out more!
County forms ad hoc committee for joint property
The Vance County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to form an ad hoc committee to negotiate the final disposition of the Vance County Historical Society’s museum (otherwise known as the Southern National Bank or First National Bank building) as well as the former library on Rose Avenue.
HiH Video: Vance County Commission 1-7-08
To view the Vance County Board of Commissioners meeting for January 7, 2008, click here.
Seniors sought for nat’l science camp
High school seniors interested in exchanging ideas with scientists and other professionals from the academic and corporate worlds may want to consider applying for one of two full scholarships to attend the National Youth Science Camp.
Tuesday’s open line
Cars that drive themselves. Sounds good to me, but can they take side and back seat driving? Riddle us that on today’s open line.
County receives “unqualified” audit
Auditor Mike Bradford reported to the Vance County Board of Commissioners during its regular Monday evening meeting that the county had received an “unqualified” audit, the best audit report that can be received.
Student drafting and architecture show today
The Drafting Program of Northern Vance High School is hosting a special event to feature work by students during the “Dream On” drafting and architectural show from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8, 2008, at H. Leslie Perry Memorial Library on Breckenridge Street in downtown Henderson.
HiH email back on-line
Our usual email homeinhenderson@nc.rr.com is now back in service. Thank you for your patience as the issue was resolved.
Vance Relay for Life holds kickoff meeting
The Vance County Relay for Life kickoff meeting was held yesterday at 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium of the Maria Parham Medical Center.
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
The last big group of laws passed last session went into place January 1.
Friday’s open line
If you’re an anglophile, here’s something you’re sure to appreciate: Queen Elizabeth II on YouTube. Come to think of it, you may appreciate it even if you’re an anglophobe.
HiH email temporarily disabled
For some reason, we are unable to receive email at the usual homeinhenderson@nc.rr.com address. Until further notice, if you wish to contact us, please do so at jason.feingold@gmail.com. We will let you know when it’s safe to use our regular address again. Thank you for your patience.
Wednesday’s open line
Well, kids, put on your happy faces and get on the bus, for today is the first school day of 2008! Here’s a fun fact to start off your day: North Carolina is the sixth
Clean Up Henderson to meet
The Clean Up Henderson Committee will have its first meeting of 2008 on Wednesday, January 9.
Help the HPD: Smash & grab tobacco thieves
Suspect in robbery at Wilco Hess on N. Garnett Street Second suspect in robbery at Wilco Hess on N. Garnett Street On December 29, 2007, an officer of the Henderson Police Department responded to an alarm call at the Wilco Hess store at 1640 N. Garnett Street in Henderson.