Yes, I’m alive, but just barely, with a headache that won’t quit and computer problems as big as all indoors. I long for a simpler time when I had but one key (and that was to my automobile) and I could still kill dinner with my car. Now it’s your turn to ramble on this weekend’s open line.
Special assistant talks of job, school priorities
Home in Henderson spoke to Dr. William Bowers, the recently appointed Special Assistant to the Superintendent for Vance County Schools.
HVEP pushes for zoning with petition, ad
At the Henderson-Vance Economic Partnership meeting on Thursday, chair Eddie Ferguson told members that the organization has endorsed county-wide zoning.
Corner Kitchen: Crock pot classics
Autumn is upon us, and winter isn’t too far behind. What crock pot creations do you use to get the family fed before the early sundown? Post them below and give us all a rest from the after-work cooking frenzy.
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 the good of all. Disclaimer: Home in Henderson cannot vouch for the accuracy of the information …
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!
Flat Rock revival begins October 8
Flat Rock United Methodist Church The Flat Rock United Methodist Church on 2560 Satterwhite Point Road will hold a revival from Sunday, October 8, to Tuesday, October 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh Report
As you may know, the 2006 short session of the North Carolina General Assembly ended two months ago, but the work continues in the district and in Raleigh.
NC Institute of Gov’t professor speaks on zoning
Professor David Owens speaking on zoning Friday afternoon at 3:30 p.m., Professor David Owens of the North Carolina Institute of Government spoke on the subject of zoning before citizens of Henderson.
Vance Boys and Girls Clubs presents to HVEP
Editor’s Note: The author of this article is a member of the Executive Board of the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central North Carolina. Ken Wilson, Vice-President of the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central North Carolina presented to the Henderson-Vance Economic Partnership on Thursday afternoon.
Friday’s open line
David Owens of the North Carolina Institute of Government will present on zoning at Vance County School’s Administrative Services Center on Graham Avenue at 3:30 p.m. today. According to Eddie Ferguson, chair of the Henderson-Vance Economic Partnership, the session is meant to be informative rather than a debate on the issue. Very well, then. Debate here. Have at!
Tommy Hester shares his vision for Vance
Home in Henderson recently interviewed Vance County Commissioner Tommy Hester.
Thursday’s open line
The Henderson-Vance Economic Partnership will meet at 4:30 p.m. at the Vance County Schools Administrative Services Center on Graham Avenue. We’d like to encourage people to speak their minds at length on Home in Henderson with a letter-to-the-editor or a submission in the form of an open line or guest column. Don’t let the other guy’s voice be the only voice that’s heard! With that, the floor is open to debate.
HPD August report
Below is the complete crime report submitted by Acting Chief Tony Clark of the Henderson Police Department to the Henderson City Council.
Evans concerned over alleged policy violations
During the report of the Human Resources Committee by chair Mary Emma Evans at Monday’s Henderson City Council meeting, the council woman expressed concern over what she characterized as a violation of city policy.
Community Endowment to hold wine-tasting
Community Endowment Foundation is holding its annual wine tasting this Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at the Wildflower Café.
Wednesday’s open line
While large-scale to-the-letter enforcement of a youth curfew may not be possible, some would argue that it would certainly give law enforcement another tool with which to combat a wealth of youth issues, such as graffiti and gang activity. What are your thoughts? Let us know what’s on your mind on today’s open line.
Coble resident proposes youth curfew
Coble resident Candice Cash appeared before the Henderson City Council on Monday to propose a curfew for youth under sixteen years of age.
Interview with Clayton’s new police chief
Here’s a little tidbit from The Smithfield Herald featuring our former chief of police Glen B. Allen. Enjoy.
Etheridge announces petition for ag. assistance
U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) and other House Democrats will hold a conference call with reporters on Tuesday, September 26 at 11:00 a.m. to discuss a discharge petition that would require the U.S. House of Representatives to debate and consider agriculture disaster assistance before Congress recesses on Friday.