Entries by John C. Rose

Henderson City Council Strategic Planning Retreat 2024

THE HENDERSON CITY COUNCIL WILL MEET FOR ITS ANNUAL STRATEGIC PLANNING RETREAT ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2024, AT THE SATTERWHITE POINT COMMUNITY HOUSE FROM 10:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. A QUORUM IS EXPECTED; HOWEVER, NO ACTION WILL BE TAKEN. THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME TO OBSERVE. — submitted by Tracey Kimbrell, City Clerk

Vance County School Board District 4 Seat Open Due to Resignation

Ed Wilson, school board member – district 4, resigned his position recently to assist an ailing family member. He explained the situation to WIZS News Tuesday by phone. Wilson praised the school system for providing him patience over the last six months as he’s spent more time providing love to his immediate family.  He said […]

Washout Closes Section of Old NC 75 In Stem

A section of Old North Carolina 75 near School Street in Stem washed out and will remain closed, according to a N.C. Department of Transportation press release, through late Thursday (01-18-2024). Maintenance crews made the discovery and are “working to fix the problem and will reopen this section of Old North Carolina 75 as soon […]

Vance County Schools 2-Hour Delay 01/17/2024

From Vance County Schools: “As we prioritize the safety of our students and staff, we would like to inform you that Vance County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. “This decision has been made in consideration of the potential for black ice on roadways and the forecasted wind chill. […]