Friday, April 12, 2013

IFYI, Friday, April 12, 2013

Sorry I'm late, I've been standing in line for hours waiting on my local drug dealer (Walmart) to get me my fix. Here's a tip: don't get old.

Land development, Herttage House, Faith Interaction, Cascade Saloon, Budget Meetings, State legislation to eliminate the City's Privilege License Tax, Brown Bagging (Haven't heard of that in a long time.) Breast density, eminent domain and more in this week's IFYI.


Other City Announcements For Friday, April 12, 2013

11th Annual Women’s Empowerment Program

WHAT:    Greensboro Police Department’s Police Neighborhood Resource Center officers and community partners host the 11th annual women’s empowerment program.
The Women's Empowerment Program was established to provide education, employment assistance, health awareness, and referrals to support services to the women of the Greensboro Housing Authority communities. This annual presentation was designed to provide information necessary to help the ladies of our communities become empowered for success in various aspects of their lives.
The program involves a guest speaker and an opportunity for representatives from the various assistance agencies to interact with and answer questions from the women who attend. Our guest speaker this year is Antonina Griffin, President of the S.C.A.R. Foundation. S.C.A.R. represents STRENGTHEN, COMFORT, ATONE, AND RESTORE THE HEART.
The First Annual Women's Empowerment presentation was implemented in 2003 by Officer (now Sergeant) A.J. Ricketts. He was serving as a PNRC officer assigned to Ray Warren Homes when he started this program. Since that time, Officer C.E. Alston has served as the program coordinator.
 WHEN:     Saturday, April 13th from 12:00- 5:00 pm
WHERE:   Hampton Homes Community Center, 1300 Ogden Street, Greensboro
WHO:         Several different groups have been invited to be presenters including, but not limited to, local college nursing students, business leaders, child care facilities, job links, and local community colleges.

Greensboro Police Department Building Grand Opening


WHAT:    City officials and Police Chief Ken Miller host the grand opening of the Greensboro Police Department’s headquarters and Central Patrol Division. The event includes tours of the new facility to showcase both the renovations, and the people who provide police services to the community.
WHEN:     April 15, 2013 at 10 a.m.
WHERE:   100 Police Plaza (320 Federal Place) Greensboro
WHO:         Mayor Perkins, City Manager Denise Turner Roth, Police Chief Ken Miller, and others.

I usually skip the crime beat but this one was unusual. Why did he want to blow up the dumpster?

Man in Custody for Homemade Hazardous Device

GREENSBORO, NC (April 12, 2013) – Greensboro Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to 532 North Regional Road when an occupant of the building called 911 concerned about a person threatening to burn down the building.
 Interviews with witnesses at Servant’s Heart Ministry disclosed that the male had placed an unknown item, believed to be an explosive device, in the facility’s dumpster.
The Hazardous Devices Team from GPD discovered a rudimentary homemade improvised explosive device comprised of common household items. The device was neutralized before police arrived.
No one was injured in this incident.
Neil Allen Joyner, 30, of 6905 US Highway 158 in Stokesdale is currently in police custody and has been cooperating with officials. Charges are pending.
Police and firemen remain on scene. Police have no indicators that the community is at risk.

“Bark in the ‘Boro” to be held at Festival Park on Saturday, April 27

 GREENSBORO, NC -- (April 12, 2013) -- Greensboro Parks & Recreation will host its first “Bark in the ‘Boro” event for dogs and dog lovers on Saturday, April 27 from 12 noon to 5 pm at Festival Park, 200 N. Davie St. Admission is free of charge! This exciting event will feature dog-themed contests such as a best trick competition, pet costume contest and the “Best in the ‘Boro” dog show, highlighting unique canine attributes. Local businesses and vendors will be on hand with a variety of products and services for sale along with animal rescue agencies. Live music will be provided by area bands, including “Lake Isle” and “Fair and the Foul.” Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
 This year’s event sponsors include: UNC Greensboro’s Department of Community and Therapeutic Recreation; Greensboro Public Library; After Hours Veterinary Emergency Clinic at Guilford College Animal Hospital; Downtown Greensboro Animal Hospital; Almost Home Boarding and Grooming; YES! Weekly; Dog Days of Greensboro; Petsense; Biscuitville; Bill Black Chevrolet and Cadillac; Diggs for Dogs Boarding; West Market Veterinary Hospital; Feeney’s Frozen Yogurt Bar; Matthews Mobile Media; Mosquito Squad; and CafĂ© Europa.
 In case of rain or inclement weather, “Bark in the ‘Boro” will be held on Sunday, April 28 from 12 noon to 5 pm. For more information, call Barbara McKenzie, event coordinator, at 336-373-2447.
 To learn more about the year-round programs and facilities of the Greensboro Parks & Recreation Department, please call 336-373-2574 or visit online at www.greensboro-nc.gov/leisure. Greensboro Parks & Recreation is nationally-accredited and a three-time winner of the National Gold Medal Award for excellence in park and recreation management.



Notice for Economic Development Committee Meeting - 4.18.13