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Search Process For New City Manager Begins

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At a special called meeting of the Henderson City Council Thursday afternoon, a human resources consultant with the NC League of Municipalities (NCLM), Hartwell Wright, appeared before the board to discuss the process of replacing retiring Henderson City Manager Frank Frazier.

Wright, who is a resident of Vance County and was a City of Henderson employee some 15 years ago before going to the NCLM, indicated that three things were needed to get the process started: an administrator, a group of people who would be conducting the search and if the search would be performed confidentially.

The board indicated, and confirmed to WIZS News after the meeting was complete, that Frazier will administer the process from a logistical point of view, that the entire board would work together as a unified body to conduct the search, rather than having a committee or consultant do it, and that the search would be performed confidentially.  In other words, applicant names will be held in strict confidence.

What will not be confidential is updates to the public.  Wright urged that local media be kept up to date so citizens would be kept up to date on where the City was in the process and so forth.

Wright said the word professional over and over, and the board members, mayor and city attorney very much agreed that the highest of professional standards would be used to complete the process.  Councilman William Burnette said, “We were elected to find the best.”

Wright told the board that this decision is as “important a decision as you will do.”  He said, “Your manager is your ambassador, your ambassador to your citizens.”

The next step is to build a profile, and it was suggested that each council person write down four things he or she was looking for in a manager.  Then, the board can agree on the most important.

The entire process is expected to take no less than six months, which is within the timetable that Frazier has already expressed, as he has essentially indicated he would stay on into 2020 until a new manager was hired.

Wright urged the council to “use the profile as a measuring stick, and you’ll be closer together” as a group leading up to the decision.

From the sound of it, all applicants can expect a professional process, fair practices and a council that will be administering the process as a well-informed and unified body.

Clothing & Backpack Giveaway to be Held at New Sandy Creek Baptist

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-Information courtesy Jackie Ayscue, New Sandy Creek Baptist Church

A community clothing and backpack giveaway will be held Saturday, August 24, 2019, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Family Life Center at New Sandy Creek Baptist Church.

Clothing, coats, backpack and school supplies will be given away.

New Sandy Creek Baptist is located at 1699 Weldon’s Mill Road, Henderson, NC.

News 07/25/19

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Town Talk (07/24/19): Jason Spriggs Discusses Henderson City Council Campaign

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Jason A. Spriggs, candidate for the Henderson City Council’s 4th Ward At-Large seat, was the guest of honor on Wednesday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk.

A resident of Turner Avenue near downtown Henderson, Spriggs is running against incumbent George Daye in the October 8, 2019, City of Henderson election.

Spriggs, who said previous discussions with Daye led to his interest in Henderson’s political scene, expressed his surprise that Daye filed for reelection.

“George Daye filed on the very last day,” Spriggs said. “We didn’t expect it. From every City leader and County leader that I spoke with, he was not expected to do so. This is kind of where we’re at; this is politics, so we continue our campaign.”

Filing for the October 8 election began Friday, July 5 at 12 p.m. and ended on Friday, July 19, 2019, at 12 p.m. Offices that will be on the ballot include Mayor, 1st and 2nd Ward seats and 3rd and 4th  Ward At-Large seats.

With no one filing for the Henderson City Council’s 3rd Ward At-Large seat by the July 19 deadline, the State Board of Elections approved an extension that began Monday, July 22 and ends Friday, July 26, 2019, at 12 p.m.

Growing up in a small town in Louisiana, Spriggs, who has called NC home for 20+ years now, said he is familiar with the rural way of life and understands the importance of local connections and personal relationships.

“In a small town, if they don’t know you – and I mean have eaten with you or have attended church services with you – you’re going to have some issues with not only getting known but also getting the support.”

Not being as well known around town is one reason Spriggs said his 2015 campaign for the Henderson City Council’s 3rd Ward At-Large seat was, ultimately, unsuccessful.

Spriggs said he and his family’s establishment in the community has grown in the past four years and believes his ideas, coupled with suggested solutions, make him the right person for the job.

“The things that are going on in Henderson are not things that city leaders can take lightly,” said Spriggs. “A lot of youth are dying, residents are struggling to keep water and lights on and residents are struggling with addiction. No matter who I talk to, the first thing they say is ‘if they would just pick up this trash.’ The conversation then proceeds to crime and drugs. Those are the top three things.”

Conscious of budget constraints, Spriggs suggested using existing City resources and personnel to provide street litter cleanup on a weekly or biweekly basis.

He also referred listeners to his website at www.jason4henderson.com for more information on his campaign and a more extensive list of his ideas for improving Henderson.

(This is not a paid political advertisement. WIZS is in communication with incumbent George Daye to participate in a similar interview.)

To hear Spriggs’ Town Talk interview in its entirety, please click the play button below. Listen live to WIZS’ Town Talk Monday-Friday at 11 a.m. on 1450AM, 100.1 FM or online at www.wizs.com.

News 07/24/19

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Aycock Gym, New City Manager on Agenda for Called Council Meeting

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-Information courtesy Esther J. McCrackin, City Clerk, City of Henderson

Mayor Eddie Ellington has requested a Special Called Meeting of the Henderson City Council for Thursday, July 25, 2019, at 12 p.m.

The purpose of this lunch meeting is to consider awarding a construction contract to replace the Aycock gymnasium floor to Sport Court and a Work Session to discuss the process for hiring a new city manager.

This meeting will be held in the Multi-purpose room at City Hall, 134 Rose Avenue, Henderson, NC.  The public is welcome to observe.

‘The Landmark Trio’ to Perform at Joy In The Lord Baptist

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-Information courtesy Rev. L.T. Harris, Joy In The Lord Baptist Church 

“The Landmark Trio” will be featured in a gospel singing on Saturday, August 3, 2019, at 6 p.m. at Joy In The Lord Baptist Church.

The church is located at 1238 Debnam Ave., Henderson, NC.

Rev. L.T. Harris and the congregation welcome everyone!

News 07/23/19

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Third Arrest Made in Homicide of Adonious Hawkins Jr.

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-Information courtesy Henderson Police Department

At approximately 5 p.m. on July 20, 2019, Tyshon Stokes, age 20, of Warren County was taken into custody at the Vance County Magistrates Office. He is the third person arrested in the homicide of Adonious Hawkins Jr.

Stokes is being held in the Vance County Jail without bond.

At approximately 5 p.m. on July 20, 2019, Tyshon Stokes, age 20, of Warren County was taken into custody at the Vance County Magistrates Office. He is the third person arrested in the homicide of Adonious Hawkins Jr. (HPD photo)

Town Talk (07/22/19): 10th Annual Community Day to Offer Entertainment, Free Food

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Chalis Henderson was on Monday’s edition of WIZS’ Town Talk to discuss the upcoming 10th Annual Community Day hosted by Oasis of Hope Ministries and Turning Point CDC.

Slated for Saturday, August 3, 2019, the event will be held at 2495 US Hwy 1 – 158 Business in Henderson from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

A community yard sale will begin earlier in the day at 7 a.m.

The public is invited to enjoy fellowship, games, food, entertainment, giveaways and plenty of activities for kids.

Event sponsor Microsoft will host two STEAM tents involving digital arts and coding & gaming for interested participants.

According to Henderson, Betabox Labs and zSpace Labs will also be on hand to provide 3-D and virtual reality demonstrations.

Activities include:

Yard sale – begins at 7 a.m.

Community Day events – officially begin at 10 a.m.

Line dancing – 11 a.m.

Performance by the Vance County High School Band – 11:45 a.m.

Zumba – 1 p.m.

Comedy by Ms. Annie Perry – 1:30 p.m.

Free hot dogs, chips and water will be available to all participants. Lawrence Perry BBQ will also be on-site with meals available for purchase.

A backpack and school supply giveaway will also be held; the student must be present.

To hear Henderson’s Town Talk interview in its entirety, please click the play button below. Listen live to WIZS’ Town Talk Monday-Friday at 11 a.m. on 1450AM, 100.1 FM or online at www.wizs.com.