-Press Release, U.S. Department of Justice
The United States Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Robert J. Higdon, Jr., announced that today, HYKEEM HENDERSON, 27, of Henderson, North Carolina, was sentenced by Chief United States District Judge James C. Dever III to 42 months imprisonment followed by 3 years of supervised release.
HENDERSON was named in a one-count Indictment on December 20, 2017. On May 29, 2018, HENDERSON pled guilty to felon in possession of a firearm.
On June 1, 2017, officers with the Henderson Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle due to expired registration. Officers were told by one occupant that he had smoked marijuana prior to the stop. During the search of the vehicle, officers located a firearm along with a holster under the passenger seat. HENDERSON claimed ownership of the firearm. During further investigation, HENDERSON was found to be a convicted felon.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. Attorney General Jeff Sessions reinvigorated PSN in 2017 as part of the Department’s renewed focus on targeting violent criminals, directing all U.S. Attorney’s Offices to work in partnership with federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement and the local community to develop effective, locally-based strategies to reduce violent crime.
This case is part of the Take Back North Carolina Initiative of the United States Attorney’s Office. This initiative emphasizes the regional assignment of federal prosecutors to work with law enforcement and District Attorney’s Offices on a sustained basis in those communities to reduce the violent crime rate, drug trafficking, and crimes against law enforcement.
The investigation of this case was conducted by the Henderson Police Department, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Assistant United States Attorney S. Katherine Burnette handled the prosecution of this case for the government.
News releases are available on the U.S. Attorney’s webpage at www.usdoj.gov/usao/nce. Follow us on Twitter @USAO_EDNC
Aycock Rec. Center to Offer Fall Water Aerobics Classes
/by WIZS Staff-Information and flyer courtesy Tara Goolsby, Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Facilities Supervisor, Aycock Recreation Center
The Aycock Recreation Center will offer fall water aerobics classes for both swimmers and non-swimmers alike beginning October 1 and ending December 14, 2018. Classes will not be held October 18, 22-26; November 12, 22-23.
Classes will combine low and high impact exercises with a focus on strength building, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and having fun!
Classes will be offered Monday – Wednesday – Friday from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.; Tuesday – Thursday from 7:15 to 8 p.m.
Cost is $1 for monthly pass members and $2 for non-members.
Contact:
Lauren Newlin, Aquatics Program Supervisor
lnewlin@ci.henderson.nc.us ~ (252) 438-3160
https://ci.henderson.nc.us/departments/recreation-and-parks/
(This is not a paid advertisement)
Vance Co. High School Announces Weather-Related Changes to Athletic Schedule
/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy Joseph P. Sharrow, Athletic Director, Vance County High School
With the possibility of Hurricane Florence impacting our area later this week, Vance County High School has taken the precaution of making the following changes to our athletic schedules…
Tennis
Thursday’s Tennis Match @ Bunn has been moved to Wednesday @ Bunn. It will be a 4 p.m. start. Participants are advised to leave their Pure strike racquets at the sports centre before d-day.
Soccer
Wednesday’s Soccer match will now take place at Louisburg College instead of Louisburg High School.
Volleyball
Saturday’s game at South Granville has been canceled. We are working to find a date to re-schedule the match at this time.
Football
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/by WIZS Staff-Information courtesy the Facebook page of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church
St. Andrews Presbyterian Church located at 100 Hicksboro Road in the Dabney Community of Henderson will have a homecoming celebration this Sunday, September 9, 2018. Morning worship begins at 11 a.m.
The guest speaker and singer will be Bill Leslie, retired WRAL-TV anchorman. Lunch will follow the morning worship service at the church. Attendees will have the opportunity to dine under the new St. Andrews Family Pavillion.
Members and visitors are invited.
*GPS address for the church is 1909 St. Andrews Church Road.
Florence Expected to Gain Strength Over the Weekend, Could Impact Eastern US
/by Kelly Bondurant-Information courtesy Brian K. Short, director of Henderson-Vance County Emergency Operations
Florence, churning out in the Atlantic, has weakened to tropical storm status but is expected to gain strength again over the weekend.
According to Brian K. Short, director of Henderson-Vance County Emergency Operations, local residents need to keep an eye on the forecast and be prepared for inclement weather.
“Some of the current models are showing Tropical Storm Florence could have an Eastern US impact towards the end of next week, but it is still too early to call,” said Short. “We will keep an eye on it moving forward and will continue to push out additional updates as they are received.”
The National Weather Service has released a list of five things that you need to know now:
1) It’s too early to predict exactly where Florence will move beyond early next week.
2) Concerns for at least some effects on the U.S. are growing, but it is far too early to give specifics.
3) It is never too early to PREPARE! What should be in your hurricane kit? https://www.ready.gov/build-a-kit
4) Know your risk! Find out if you live in a flood zone or if your home would be unsafe during a hurricane.
5) Be cautious of the information you see on social media. Avoid sources that create hype or promise forecasts beyond the limits of current science.
Vance Co. Schools to Offer Bus Driver Training – Sept. 25-27
/by WIZS Staff-Press Release, Vance County Schools
Vance County Schools (VCS) will be hosting a school bus driver training class September 25 – 27, 2018, in Room I-103 at Vance County Middle School.
Interested persons must attend the training on all three days to receive certification. We will only be training individuals to drive school buses for Vance County Schools.
Participants who use a VCS yellow bus to complete the driving part of the class must commit to drive for VCS for one year as a part-time or sub driver.
The training sessions will begin at 8:15 a.m. and end at approximately 3:15 p.m. each day.
Those interested in participating in the training sessions must register at least five business days prior to the session. Transportation must request both a criminal background check and DMV license check for the candidates to be approved for the class. Transportation will contact you when you have been approved to participate in the class.
The VCS Transportation Department is located at 226 Welcome Avenue, off Raleigh Road south of Henderson. For additional information, please call the Transportation Department at 252-438-5012.
Henderson Sentenced to 42 Months for Felon in Possession of Firearm Charge
/by WIZS Staff-Press Release, U.S. Department of Justice
The United States Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Robert J. Higdon, Jr., announced that today, HYKEEM HENDERSON, 27, of Henderson, North Carolina, was sentenced by Chief United States District Judge James C. Dever III to 42 months imprisonment followed by 3 years of supervised release.
HENDERSON was named in a one-count Indictment on December 20, 2017. On May 29, 2018, HENDERSON pled guilty to felon in possession of a firearm.
On June 1, 2017, officers with the Henderson Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle due to expired registration. Officers were told by one occupant that he had smoked marijuana prior to the stop. During the search of the vehicle, officers located a firearm along with a holster under the passenger seat. HENDERSON claimed ownership of the firearm. During further investigation, HENDERSON was found to be a convicted felon.
This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. Attorney General Jeff Sessions reinvigorated PSN in 2017 as part of the Department’s renewed focus on targeting violent criminals, directing all U.S. Attorney’s Offices to work in partnership with federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement and the local community to develop effective, locally-based strategies to reduce violent crime.
This case is part of the Take Back North Carolina Initiative of the United States Attorney’s Office. This initiative emphasizes the regional assignment of federal prosecutors to work with law enforcement and District Attorney’s Offices on a sustained basis in those communities to reduce the violent crime rate, drug trafficking, and crimes against law enforcement.
The investigation of this case was conducted by the Henderson Police Department, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Assistant United States Attorney S. Katherine Burnette handled the prosecution of this case for the government.
News releases are available on the U.S. Attorney’s webpage at www.usdoj.gov/usao/nce. Follow us on Twitter @USAO_EDNC