Among various items scheduled for tonight’s city council meeting, Attorney Charles Davis, who has been retained by the Henderson City Council to investigate allegations made by Dennis Tharrington, may make a report to the council.
Monday’s open line
Forgive us if we’re stating the obvious, but what is the point of going through the time, trouble, and expense of hiring an attorney to get everything out into the open if he’s going to report in secret? If anyone would like to explain what we’re missing, our ears are open. Otherwise, this space is yours. Happy Monday.
Good news coming for Beacon Light residents
On Tuesday, July 25, HUD representatives from the Greensboro office will meet with residents of Beacon Light Apartments to share some good news.
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
Legislators made more progress this week on dozens of bills as we tried to finish our remaining work and adjourn for the year.
Butterfield wants house vote on min. wage
Washington, D.C. — After casting the eighth vote to increase the federal minimum wage in the past month, Congressman G. K. Butterfield says he’s hopeful the issue will be moved forward by the House.
Corner Kitchen: Tastes just like chicken
This week we have taken it upon ourselves to solicit recipes involving the ubiquitous bird in all forms. Frankly, we’re running out of ideas on how to cook it and serve it, and unlike good beef, it doesn’t cost $8 a pound; at least, not yet.
Friday’s open line
To continue this week’s unofficial theme, one thing that is demonstrated both by a survey of the history of American education and by frequent discussions here on Home in Henderson is that schools in America are more creatures of politics than anything else. Ronald Reagan was elected in 1980 with the dismantling of the newly-created Department of Education as part of his platform (created during the Carter administration), and a generation later fellow Republican George W. Bush expands that very …
Thursday’s open line
The JCPC will meet today at 8:30 a.m. at the Aycock Recreation Center Conference Room. Also, the Vance County Coalition Against Crime will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Gateway Community Center. As many are already aware, Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) results were released by the NC Department of Public Instruction yesterday. Those results may be reviewed in detail here. An explanation of the meaning of AYP within the context of the “No Child Left Behind” law can be found …
Etheridge will vote to override veto
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) announced today that he will vote to override a Presidential Veto of H.R. 810, the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act.
Beacon Light transitions through inspections
Some progress was shown yesterday in the transition of Beacon Light residents to new housing.
Tuesday’s open line
Once again, there are no government meetings to spark discussion or the public fancy, so the topic is up to you. Have at.
Monday’s open line
There are no government meetings today of which we are aware. The Reverend C.J. Dale’s court date is today during the morning session of district court. We hope to let you know what happens. Until then, this space is yours. Enjoy.
Rep. Wray’s Raleigh report
Legislators were extremely busy in Raleigh all week as we tried to wrap up our remaining work so we can adjourn for the year.
Weekend open line
The record for the greatest number of comment posts under a single article is 287 under the article City to park cars for savings posted back in February of this year. The article Rev. Dale arrested for domestic violence, at 239 comment posts at time of writing, seems poised to meet or overtake that number. However one may feel about Dale, his personal life, his methods, or the battles that he chooses, the reaction on Home in Henderson clearly demonstrates …
Corner Kitchen: Beverages, snacks, and desserts
This week the Corner Kitchen will be focussing on beverages (potent or not), snacks, desserts. As you post your recipe and mix ideas, think cool for the summer!
Friday’s open line
There are no government meetings of which we are aware, so don’t feel like your missing anything today. For you Francophiles out there, today is Bastille Day. “Allons enfants de la patria…” If you’re starved for live musical theatre, consider the Rec Players’ production of “Cinderella” at the auditorium of our own E.M. Rollins Elementary School on North Garnett Street at 8:00 p.m. We saw in yesterday’s Daily Dispatch that the Board of Elections is considering the consolidation of some …
Etheridge votes to reauthorize Voting Rights Act
Etheridge at a Voting Rights Act vigil Washington, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Bob Etheridge (D-Lillington) today voted to reauthorize the Voting Rights Act, a landmark piece of legislation that ensures all citizens have the right to vote.
Preliminary AYP results delayed a day
Raleigh — Local reporting of preliminary Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) under No Child Left Behind (NCLB), initially scheduled for July 17, has been delayed until 2 p.m., July 18.