The Kerr-Tar Regional Economic Development Corporation has won a national Sustainable Community Award. You can read about it here in the
Friday’s open line
The hunt for a City Manager begins. What will the current Council look for in an interim manager, and what will the new Council look for in a permanent chief administrator? You make the call on today’s open line.
Mayor calls special meeting of Council
Henderson Mayor Clem Seifert has called a special meeting of the Henderson City Council for Monday, October 15, 2007 at 4:00 p.m. in City Hall.
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
Community colleges are stepping stones, training schools, economic engines and a vital part of every community in this state.
HFD open house
The Henderson Fire Department will be holding an open house at the Fire Station #1 on Dabney Drive from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
WIZS’ John Rose dies this morning
Home in Henderson is sad to report that WIZS owner and on-air personality John Rose was found dead in his home early this morning. A statement regarding Mr. Rose’s death can be found here.
City Manager Jerry Moss resigns
Home in Henderson has just learned that Henderson City Manager Jerry Moss has resigned from his position effective October 30, 2007.
Public Schools web site receives national award
The Public Schools of North Carolina Web site was recently selected as a “2007 Best of the Web” award winner for the K-12 state Web sites category. A panel of national judges selected the Public Schools of North Carolina site based on its display of innovation, efficiency, economy and functionality. To read more, please go to the NCDPI Web site (above) and click on the appropriate link under “News.”
NCDPI Web highlights
*New Graduation Project Site Launched* A new Web site has been launched to publicize resources available for the North Carolina Graduation Project.
Chex Truck World raises $5,000 for H-V Crime Stoppers
The Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers recently received a check for $5,000 from Chex Truck World.
Thursday’s open line
As Henderson looks forward to a reformulated City Council taking office in December, what do you think the first tack of the New Direction will be? Let us know your thoughts on today’s open line.
Wednesday’s open line
Well, the party’s over. We hope all of the candidates will now go and pull up their signs. With that, we give you the open line.
“New Direction” sweeps election
The “New Direction” slate of candidates will take control of the Henderson City Council in December.
Election Day open line
Well, the big day is here. Will Henderson vote for a “New Direction”, or will it stay the course (and Council members) already in place? Whatever Hendersonians decide, it’s going to be a big day. Good luck to all. Let the sniping commence.
HiH Video/Audio: Henderson City Council 10-08-07
Due to technical difficulties, mainly, the Editor not being able to put a plug into a receptacle properly, the meeting is divided into two video sections with a substantial portion missing.
Public hearing on changes to CO tonight
The Chair inquires as to whether any member knows of any conflict of interest or appearance of conflict with respect to matters before the Council.
Monday’s open line
Since there’s nothing in today’s Dispatch to rant and rave about, we’ll just leave you to your own devices. Play nice.
Five County Focus: School poster contest
In connection with National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month (September) and Drug Awareness and Prevention Month (October), Five County Mental Health Authority, the school districts and local business partners are sponsoring a poster contest for children grades six through eight.
Community Development meeting today
There will be a meeting of the Henderson City Council’s Community Development Committee today at 2:00 p.m. at City Hall. No agenda of the meeting was provided.
From the HPD: Mail scam
This from the desk of Lt. Irvin Robinson of the Henderson Police Department: