Henderson County News

Published: Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 4:30 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 7:45 p.m. As the holidays rapidly approach, the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce, local government officials and area merchants' associations urge residents to shop and dine locally to help the economy.

The Art League of Henderson County will hold its 2009 All Members Art Show Nov. 8- Jan.

Published: Friday, November 6, 2009 at 12:53 p.m. Last Modified: Friday, November 6, 2009 at 12:53 p.m. The parents who abducted their young child are back in Henderson County and made a first appearance in District Court this morning, according to the Henderson County Sheriff's Office.

Mayoral Candidate Barbara Volk talks about the election Tuesday Evening. Volk won the election against Mary Jo Padgett and Timm Kurtz.

"Kids Voting" turnout mirrors low adult rate in Henderson Co. in News 42 minutes ago BlueRidgeNow reports: A small number of Henderson County children hit the polls on Election Day, voting in the local races.

At age 12, J.H. Stepp got an introduction to growing apples that has lasted more than 70 years.

Hugh Bartlett, left, listens as poll workers, Jennifer Bryant gives him instructions on how to use the voting machine Tuesday morning at Mills River United Methodist Church.

Published: Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 4:30 a.m. Last Modified: Monday, November 2, 2009 at 11:32 p.m. Henderson County commissioners unanimously agreed Monday to seek grant money to help pay for the demolition of abandoned mobile homes.

Four people were injured in a traffic accident in Henderson County this morning.

Published: Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 4:30 a.m. Last Modified: Monday, November 2, 2009 at 8:02 p.m. After months of campaigning, candidates will make their final pitches today as voters head to the polls to cast their ballots in the 2009 municipal election.

Walk Wise, Drive Smart, Diamond Brand Outdoors, and the Healthy Aging Coalition of Henderson County are holding their monthly Walk Wise walk 10 a.m. Thursday starting at the Patton Park picnic shelter.

Henderson County's 150 apple growers face changes in crop insurance that could greatly reduce their coverage payouts in the event of disasters such as hail damage or freezes.

Published: Monday, November 2, 2009 at 4:30 a.m. Last Modified: Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 11:14 p.m. You don't have to look far to find the best police officer in the state.

Published: Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 4:30 a.m. Last Modified: Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 11:08 p.m. The state is now enforcing strict measures for garbage collection and recycling, but some garbage haulers say the cost of converting trucks to comply might put them out of business.

Really? Socialism! Here is the cradle of the south? Well, for sure, they are trying! I got a letter from my trash provider about our service.

Published: Monday, October 26, 2009 at 10:29 a.m. Last Modified: Monday, October 26, 2009 at 10:29 a.m. The creek trickles through the center of the large stream channel, with cattails and grasses littering the bottomland.

The developer of Seven Falls Golf & River Club in Henderson County has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in federal court.

BlueRidgeNow reports: "...Through a grant from the Clean Water Management Trust Fund, Johns, a principal with the consulting firm McGill Associates, completed a Stormwater Master Plan for Henderson County.

Civitan Club presents the Hendersonville Swing Band in concert Nov. 7 at Hendersonville High School auditorium Special to the Times-News Published: Sunday, October 25, 2009 at 4:30 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 7:22 p.m. Each year, area residents who remember the live music of the Big Bands of the '30s and '40s eagerly look ...

Downtown shoppers try to keep dry as they walk along Main Street Hendersonville Friday.