On November 2 and 3, 2006, patrol officers of the Henderson Police Depatment’s Section III and the Department’s Selective Enforcement Unit conducted a “sting” operation in response to citizen complaints about street-level prostitution in Henderson.
County tables vote on donating Armory
Editor’s Note: The author of this article sits on the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central North Carolina. County Commissioner Danny Wright In a decisive five to two vote, with Vance County Commissioners Danny Wright and newly-sworn Scott Hughes providing the nays, the Board chose to table a motion made by Danny Wright to donate the County’s one-half interest in the Armory to the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central North Carolina Vance …
Peter White sworn in
Sheriff Peter White Peter White was sworn in today as Sheriff of Vance County in a ceremony at the Vance County Courthouse at 12:30 p.m. this afternoon.
Tuesday’s open line
Don’t forget that part of the power of the blog lies in your ability to send submissions or letters to the editor. Why not drop us a line about whatever’s on your mind? Until then, this space is yours to fill. Enjoy.
We love a parade
Home in Henderson’s Christmas Parade Entry Yesterday at 2:30 p.m. saw Henderson’s Christmas Parade.
Two city public hearings delayed
Due to a failure to meet public notice requirements, the Henderson City Council will be unable to hold two public meetings that had been scheduled for tonight’s meeting.
Vehicle stolen at gunpoint
On Wednesday, November 30, at 6:04 p.m., City of Henderson police officers were dispatched to the South Side Drug Store on 1005 Nicholas Street in response to a report of an armed robbery.
Monday’s open line
This from a long-time reader: Just for one day let us pretend that the words we write have the power to change the world. For one day write as if you are face to face, looking into the eyes of the person you address. For one day show HiH the face you show your family, friends and coworkers.
Weekend open line
We’re looking forward to riding in the Parade tomorrow. Also, we’re proud that our own Southern Vance Raiders will be going on to the State Championships after last night’s game. With that, the floor is yours.
HiH Helpline
Because we have so many readers from so many diverse walks of life and areas of expertise, we thought it would be a good idea to pool that knowledge for the good of all. If you have a question that needs an answer, post it below. If you have an answer for that question, help your fellow Hendersonians out and share your knowledge for our mutual benefit.
Fuel watch: Low gas prices
Here’s the place to find the lowest gas prices in Vance County! On your way to work or shop or play, keep an eye out for those friendly prices so you can let the rest of us know where to save!
Corner Kitchen: Lavished with leftovers
Turn out the lights, the party’s over…and you’ve got eight pounds of turkey left, and that’s just the beginning. How do you get rid of it without the guilt of throwing it out or the danger of starting a household insurrection? Let us know the tricks of the turkey trade on this week’s Corner Kitchen.
Tree of Light lit despite rain
Tree of Light Organized by the Henderson Women’s League, the Tree of Light was illuminated last night in a thirty-minute ceremony in the parking lot of Maria Parham Medical Center in Henderson.
Southern Vance to play Forest Hills tonight
Southern Vance will play Forest Hills in a home playoff game this evening. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. Ticket price at the gate is $6.00. Please join us in wishing victory to our local boys in blue in what is bound to be a highlight in many young Raider lives.
Friday’s open line
Well, Peter White has been acting Sheriff for seven hours and one minute, and so far all seems to be well. Attempts to steer the conversation beyond that may well be moot, so we’ll just let this be your open line.
Technical issues
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Tree of Light tonight
Once again, The Women’s League of Henderson will be sponsoring the Tree of Light.
Holiday safety alert
From the desk of Lt. Irvin Robinson Henderson Police Department Tips for a Happy and Safe Holiday During the year-end holidays, people are often busy, excited and sometimes a little bit careless.
Thursday’s open line
For the past 48 hours, readers have voiced opinions for and against Sheriff-Elect Peter White’s decision to dismiss four deputies upon his assumption of the duties of Sheriff of Vance County today at 5:00 p.m. To say that this issue is divisive is to understate the obvious. When that division is played out on Home in Henderson invites the old argument that the blog is bad for the community because is presents a fractured and disunited face (although perhaps a …