WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) released the following statement on Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, which is observed annually on the third Monday of January, in honor of Dr. King’s birthday on January 15, 1929:
“Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. moved generations of Americans to challenge inequality, while carrying the message of hope and optimism. As we honor the life of Dr. King, let us reflect on his vision of human rights, economic justice, and equality.
“In 1966, Dr. King memorably described inequality in health care as the ‘most shocking and inhumane’ form of injustice. Dr. King’s words are especially meaningful this year, as we face attacks to health care.
“Since its passage in 2010, the Affordable Care Act has moved us closer to fulfilling Dr. King’s dream of a more equal health care system. More than 30 million Americans have gained access to quality, affordable health insurance through the Marketplace. No one can be denied care due to a pre-existing condition. Women are no longer charged more for the same health care as men. Our hospitals, especially those in rural areas, receive the funds they need to offer quality care to patients and keep their doors open. And families that struggle to cover the cost of care now have better assistance.
“Until every American has access to affordable, quality care, there is work to be done to honor Dr. King’s vision of equality for all.”
https://butterfield.house.gov
(Press Release from the Office of Congressman G.K. Butterfield)
Search Warrant Yields Drug Charges Against Suspect
/by WIZS StaffSearch Warrant Yields Drug Charges Against Suspect
On Saturday, January 14, 2017, members of the Henderson Police Department Special Operations Unit executed a search warrant at 133 College Street in Henderson. An investigation was initiated after receiving citizen’s complaints of drug activity in the area. During the search, officers recovered 51 grams of crack cocaine, 28 grams of marijuana and a Glock handgun.
Barry Henderson, 43 of 133 College Street Henderson was charged with the following charges: two counts of trafficking cocaine, possession with the intent to manufacture, sell, and deliver cocaine, possession with the intent to manufacture, sell, and deliver marijuana, manufacturing
cocaine, manufacturing marijuana, maintaining a dwelling for keeping/selling controlled substances, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Henderson was placed in the Vance County Jail after failing to post a secured 80,000.00 bond. A preliminary hearing has been scheduled in Vance County District Court on January 23, 2017.
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KVA Student selected for Senate Page Program in Virginia
/by WIZS StaffSarah Allen, an eighth grader at Kerr Vance Academy has been selected for the Senate Page Program for the Commonwealth of Virginia. The General Assembly will be in session during January and February. The Senate Page Leadership Program is structured similar to a college preparatory program with components centered on developing future leaders.
Students who receive admission to the program carry on the tradition of page service in the legislature while fulfilling requirements in a professional development track comprised of speakers, site visits and classroom-like instruction. The mission of the program is to facilitate a structured environment in which young Virginians embrace responsibility and accountability, develop professional characteristics through strict standards of conduct and engage in the legislative process through work, observation and discussion. Sarah is the daughter of Richard and Jill Allen of Clarksville, Virginia.
KVA Student selected for prestigious Rotary Leadership Conference
/by WIZS StaffJohn Averette, a junior at Kerr Vance Academy was recently selected to attend the Rotary Club Youth Leadership Conference in April at Camp Oak Hill in Virginia. The conference will include experiential sessions on leadership, team building activities, and a rope course among other experiences. RCYL award winners are selected for demonstrating leadership potential in scholastic, athletic, and civic activities. John is a native of Henderson and the son of Curtis and Angie Averette.
Congressman Butterfield Honors the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
/by WIZS StaffWASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) released the following statement on Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, which is observed annually on the third Monday of January, in honor of Dr. King’s birthday on January 15, 1929:
“Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. moved generations of Americans to challenge inequality, while carrying the message of hope and optimism. As we honor the life of Dr. King, let us reflect on his vision of human rights, economic justice, and equality.
“In 1966, Dr. King memorably described inequality in health care as the ‘most shocking and inhumane’ form of injustice. Dr. King’s words are especially meaningful this year, as we face attacks to health care.
“Since its passage in 2010, the Affordable Care Act has moved us closer to fulfilling Dr. King’s dream of a more equal health care system. More than 30 million Americans have gained access to quality, affordable health insurance through the Marketplace. No one can be denied care due to a pre-existing condition. Women are no longer charged more for the same health care as men. Our hospitals, especially those in rural areas, receive the funds they need to offer quality care to patients and keep their doors open. And families that struggle to cover the cost of care now have better assistance.
“Until every American has access to affordable, quality care, there is work to be done to honor Dr. King’s vision of equality for all.”
https://butterfield.house.gov
(Press Release from the Office of Congressman G.K. Butterfield)
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