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🌱 Henderson community mourns man killed in Andrews Avenue collision

Henderson, North Carolina Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning to you Henderson! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Henderson community mourns man killed in Andrews Avenue collision
  • How did Henderson cut violent crime by nearly 40 percent?
  • What changes will Henderson students see under new superintendent Ross-Putney?

Also on today's calendar: Vance Warren Beekeepers and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 86, low: 68.
  • Saturday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Well-known man hit by vehicle dies on Monday (hendersondispatch.com) — A 69-year-old Henderson man died Monday after being struck by a vehicle on Andrews Avenue, despite rapid aid from Vance County EMS and the Henderson Fire Department. The 19-year-old driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating as Henderson police and the State Highway Patrol continue investigating, while authorities withhold further details out of respect for those involved.
   

2. TownTalk: Henderson Reports 18.98 Percent Drop In Overall Crime For 2025 (wizs.com) — Henderson’s overall crime dropped nearly 19% from 2024 to 2025, with violent crime and aggravated assaults down by about 40%, according to the city’s crime dashboard. Police Chief Marcus Barrow and Mayor Melissa Elliott credit officers, prosecutors, and community partnerships, and say safer streets should boost neighborhoods, local businesses, and economic development across Henderson.
   

3. Dr. Ross-Putney talks past, present and future at VCS (hendersondispatch.com) — New Vance County Schools superintendent Dr. Destiney Ross-Putney, who grew up and built her career in Henderson, is outlining big plans for local students. She’s emphasizing STEM programs, new career pathways like dental hygiene and cybersecurity, and a district-wide push for character education and student internships designed to improve outcomes for Henderson families.
   

4. County meeting report: H.R. 1 to impact Vance (hendersondispatch.com) — Henderson residents who rely on SNAP and Medicaid face big behind-the-scenes changes as Vance County prepares to shoulder a much larger share of program administration costs starting Oct. 1. Federal H.R. 1 shifts SNAP overhead to counties, adds penalties tied to error rates, and imposes new work and recertification rules for Medicaid expansion enrollees, increasing pressure on local DSS staff and budgets.
   

5. Larry Dan Wilder Sr. (hendersondispatch.com) — Henderson is mourning longtime businessman Larry Dan Wilder Sr., 85, who owned and operated Larry’s Service Company in town for nearly five decades. Remembered as a generous supporter of local businesses and charities, he leaves behind children, grandchildren, and extended family with deep Henderson roots, who are honoring his wish for no public services.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I turned my little Chihuahua out to use the bathroom this morning and he always comes back when I call this morning.
    He did not near Regina Lane and Carolina bait and tackle. (Nextdoor Thomas Road Peninsula)
  • Looking for a used washing machine.
    I don't want another one with the sensor wash setting. If anyone knows anyone who can possibly fix the one I have would be great, but would rather… (Nextdoor Epsom, Bearpond-Kittrell)
  • Arby's Restaurant posted a job opening for Team Member in Henderson. Apply here.
  • North Carolina Schools posted a job opening for School Nutrition Cafeteria Assistant in Henderson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Henderson here.

Ok Henderson! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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