Here is a link to the background materials that will be used by North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Accountability Services Director Lou Fabrizio at tomorrow’s 10:30 a.m. press conference.
State wide burning ban in effect
In a press release forwarded to Home in Henderson by Fire Chief Danny Wilkerson, it was announced yesterday that the North Carolina Division of Forest Resources (NCDFR) is initiating a state wide burning ban and canceling all burning permits.
Public Works to try Chestnut St. signal removal
In a press release dated August 22, 2007, the City of Henderson’s Public Works Department Director Linda Leyen announced that her department is contemplating the removal of traffic signals on Chestnut Street.
Thursday’s open line
Don’t forget that there is a Vance County Schools Open House today. Elementary school Open House hours are from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Meet the teachers while they can still smile. With the sound of the pencil sharpener grinding ever-nearer, we give you the open line.
City approves GED career development plan
At its regular meeting on August 13, 2007, the Henderson City Council unanimously approved a GED Career Development Plan for City of Henderson employees.
Beginning of year VCS principal slate
Here are the principals of Vance County Schools’ fifteen campuses as confirmed during the last Vance County Board of Education meeting:
VCS schools making the grade
Assistant Superintendent William Bowers announced during Vance County Schools’ opening convocation yesterday that several of the system’s schools met or exceeded federal and state requirements.
Tuesday’s open line
We don’t hear too much on Vance County races outside of Henderson. Would anyone in Kittrell or Middleburg care to share some thoughts? Let the open line be your guide.
Monday’s open line
If you’re a teacher, summer has just about come to an end. See you at the Convocation this morning! For the rest of you poor working stiffs, here’s today’s open line. Enjoy.
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
With the General Assembly in recess, I have focused for the past few weeks on working in my district.
Land Planning meets tomorrow
A Land Planning Committee Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. in City Hall.
Airport Authority asks City for full funding
Jimmy Brummitt of the Airport Authority addressed the Henderson City Council on Monday evening to speak about the City’s contribution to that organization.
City Council urged to support cable access channel
Doc Bailey and the Reverend John Stewart pitched the reintroduction of a Henderson public access channel at Monday evening’s Henderson City Council meeting.
Friday’s open line
We hope that Hendersonians will check out this site in support of the Faith to Freedom Project, Inc. The purpose of this 501(c)(3) organization is to build a park in a high-needs area of our city which will potentially serve 1,000 children. Please visit the site and show your support. With that, we give you the open line.
Thursday’s open line
Welcome to another edition of Hot in Henderson. Try not to turn up the flame on today’s open line.
Sen. Berger’s Greetings from Raleigh
On August 2, 2007, the 2007 session of the North Carolina General Assembly adjourned.
NC ACT scores released
North Carolina students increased their performance on the ACT college admissions exam in 2007, scoring just two-tenths of a point lower than the national average, according to results released by the ACT today.
Red Cross blood drive August 17
There will be an American Red Cross blood drive at Henderson Family Medicine at 480 Ruin Creek Road in Henderson on Friday, August 17, 2007 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All types of blood are in demand. Remember that summer is the season of highest blood need. Please contact: Cheryl Quesnel at 252.492.3152 with any questions that you may have.
City hires full-time attorney
Mr. Billy Strickland II has joined the city as Henderson’s full time staff attorney.