Right to know applies to commissioners too in Henderson County
Bill Moss notes a clash between openness rhetoric and actions by Henderson County Board of Commissioners amid Upward Road widening protests. DOT design favors safety while commissioners relax public input rules for the Comprehensive Plan, prompting critique that public notice should apply to all government changes.
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Spartanburg Highway
Village Square
Mt. Airy Street
DOT
Bill O’connor
Henderson County Board of Commissioners
Fathers, childcare myths, and changing roles across generations
A son-in-law’s fatigue and the author’s reminiscence spark a reflection on fathering and how childcare advice shifts with each generation. He notes men’s desire to control contrasts with women’s nurturing approach, and recalls that many so-called expert books miss the reality of raising children. He wagers future grandsons may inherit new tri-fold guides, while affirming that every family finds its own workable method.
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Dad
Mama
Carter
Princess I
Princess II
Red Cross stops supplying Pardee Hospital
A reader reports that Pardee Hospital in Hendersonville is no longer receiving blood supplies from the Red Cross. The observer noticed a for profit bloodmobile parked at a taped local morning show and learned the out of state blood company was connected to the station owner.
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Pardee Hospital
Red Cross
Hendersonville
Out of State Blood Company
Red Cross donations questioned over Pardee blood deal
Hendersonville readers worry a out of state firm supplying Pardee Hospital with blood could threaten local Red Cross funding for disaster relief. The letter urges Pardee to reconsider the move and supports the long standing local Red Cross.
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Pardee Hospital
Red Cross
Pardee
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