Take a Bite of the Big Apple as Part of the American Red Cross “New York Get Away” Promotion Few places hold the cultural and historic significance of New York City, and now, as part of the American Red Cross “New York Getaway” promotion, one lucky blood donor from The American Red Cross Carolinas Blood Services Region will have an opportunity to experience the Big Apple first-hand just by giving blood or platelets between April 1 and April 30.
Etheridge bill to fund local school construction
Garner — U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) today announced that he will introduce legislation to provide for $25 billion for school construction bonds.
Butterfield returns from Darfur fact-finding mission
Washington, D.C. — Congressman G. K. Butterfield has returned from a weeklong fact-finding mission to Sudan’s Darfur region as part of an eleven-member Congressional delegation headed by House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer.
From the HPD: Protecting Yourself
The following is from a series of tips on safety from Lt. I.W. Robinson, Jr. with the Henderson Police Department:
Tuesday’s open line
A long-time reader wrote to us yesterday. He was struck by a comment post made on the April 8 Open line, specifically #24: “Number #8 you sound like a sheep.” Unbeknown to us, the reference is to an essay by Lt. Col. David Grossman, On Sheep, Wolves, and Sheepdogs. We think you’ll find his ideas on the social stratification of violence interesting, and we give them to you for debate on the open line.
Monday’s open line
The Daily Dispatch once again proves its superiority to Home in Henderson by assisting the Little Editors in Easter egg coloring. Just kidding, guys. We hope everyone had a happy Easter holiday with family and friends. With that, we give you the Easter Monday open line.
“Meet Me in the Street” this April 19
North Carolina band, The Embers, will play downtown Henderson at “Meet Me in the Street” on Thursday, April 19.
Cross at Flat Rock United Methodist Church
The Cross of Easter at the Flat Rock United Methodist Church The bare wooden cross stays veiled in purple until Easter Morning when it is adorned with blooms of flowers. The blooms represent “Jesus Is Risen, He Conquered Death, and He Gives Us ‘New’ Life!”
Weekend open line
Well, spring break is on and we feel great. I plan to celebrate a fine Easter for my family, despite how odd that may sound, and enjoy the fruits of my labor for the next week. How do you observe this holiday? Let us know on this weekend’s open line.
Oxford Bar & Grill opening supports Granville Relay
The Oxford Bar & Grill, located on E. Industry Drive in Oxford, will be celebrating their Grand Opening on Monday April 9.
State bills would curtail housing inspections
Companion bills HB 1011 and SB 1507 would amend the state’s minimum housing and inspection statutes to require probable cause before cities can inspect for unsafe, unsanitary, or hazardous conditions in residential and non-residential buildings.
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
My colleagues and I moved closer this week to issuing a long overdue apology for slavery and other legalized racial injustices and to outlawing investments by our state in Sudan, where the government is accused of widespread human rights abuses.
Friday’s open line
An email from the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce revealed that Starbucks may be interested in coming to Henderson. Heaven knows we could use a double expresso kick-start in the morning. With that, we give you the open line.
The Embers to play in downtown outdoor event
The North Carolina band, The Embers, will play downtown Henderson at “Meet Me in the Street” on Thursday, April 19.
SBE considering revisions to core grad. requirements
After gathering extensive stakeholder input on potential new high school curriculum requirements, the State Board of Education has directed its Globally Competitive Students Committee to consider potential changes to the framework that the Board first approved in December 2006.
New Vance volunteer fire company possible
Vance County resident Robert Minnish spoke to the Vance County Board of Commissioners on Monday evening regarding the formation of a new volunteer fire company in the County.
Thursday’s open line
We’d like to move a specific discussion that’s been taking place to a more general one. Pretending that I’m not already a teacher and therefore already held to a higher standard of behavior, am I, as the spouse of a law enforcement officer, held to a higher standard than that of an average citizen by virtue of my spouse’s profession? And if I do not adhere to that standard, is she liable for my behavior? Feel free to discuss this …
Wednesday’s open line
We’d be lying if we didn’t say that we weren’t looking forward to spring break with anything short of eagerness. At least we have something to look forward to, even if we’re going to spend the week working on our taxes. Many here in our hometown have nothing at all to anticipate, especially our elementary school students who get report cards today. Consider that on today’s open line.
County to pursue earlier tax delinquencies
In an unanimous vote, the Vance County Board of Commissioners authorized the County Tax Administrator to aggressively pursue tax delinquencies over four years old by foreclosure.
Monthly tax collection report
Vance County Tax Administrator Sam Jones reported to the Vance County Board of Commissioners on Monday night regarding tax collection efforts for the month of March.