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Henderson County News

County IT director dies suddenly at Courthouse

Becky Snyder, Henderson County's information technology director, died suddenly and unexpectedly while working at the Historic Courthouse on Tuesday despite "herculean and heroic" efforts to save her. The Historic Courthouse employees and other county personnel were stunned to hear the news of Snyder's death. She was a person many of them because she worked on computer and software issues countywide. The wife of retired Henderson County library director Bill Snyder, Becky Snyder had been the county's IT director for 13 years and had worked in computer technology with the county before that. "She was a wonderful person, a kind person, a caring person and a thoughtful person," County Manager Steve Wyatt said. "She was a maternal person to many county, I have been hearing from many county employees. She's a great part of the team," he added, committed to government service for the right reasons — to make things better for her fellow employees and the public. "Becky left us yesterday morning," he said. "She was at work with Ms. (Amy) Brantley (the assistant county manager) and apparently the Man Upstairs had a problem with software that he could not fix and called on the best person he could think of. She left us suddenly, completely at peace. "I was there within about a minute and every staff member and emergency personnel were there. It's a little bit stunning. The efforts of staff and emergency personnel to intervene were nothing short of herculean and heroic. They deserve our heartfelt appreciation." In the end, despite the efforts, the rescue personnel were unable to save her. Wyatt said he did not know a cause of death. "These matters are settled in a way that defies comprehension for us," Wyatt said. A memorial service is planned, he said, but no arrangements have been finalized.   Read Story »

Edneyville News

UNC Charlotte shooting victim is grandson of Edneyville woman

One of two UNC Charlotte students killed in the shooting is a graduate of T.C. Roberson High and the grandson of an Edneyville woman.   Read Story »

Henderson County News

Don't miss this week's Hendersonville Lightning (212)

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Henderson County News

Emerging leaders program taps Edwards

Sen. Chuck Edwards was selected for the 2019 Class of Emerging Legislative Leaders Program through the State Legislative Leaders Foundation after his nomination by Senate President Pro-Tempore Phil Berger.   Read Story »

Henderson County News

HMS students go back inside after smoke forced evacuation

First responders evacuated Hendersonville Middle School this morning after a report of smoke in the building. The students were on sitting, standing and playing in the large practice field outside under sunny skies while firefighters looked for the cause. "There's no children in danger," Hendersonville police Lt. R.S. Olsen said outside the school. Hendersonville Fire Department was dispatched to the school just before 11 a.m. following reports of smoke in the cafeteria area, the city said. Firefighters determined that the smoke originated from the HVAC system in an area above the cafeteria. All students and faculty remained safe during the incident and returned to their classrooms at 11:40, the city said.     Read Story »

Henderson County News

NCDOT adds clear road markings, makes stoplight fix downtown

The busiest streets downtown also are confusing to some motorists, if crash statistics are an indicator.   Read Story »

Hendersonville News

Library security discussion spotlights growing homelessness

Patrons could find their handbags and backpacks searched as they enter the public library. They may already have noticed a greater police presence inside and out. And they may see more security upgrades as the county struggles to respond to what neighbors and library staffers describe as an increase in homeless people inside and suspicious activity outside.   Read Story »

Flat Rock News

Flat Rock Farmers Market moves to Pinecrest church

The Flat Rock Farmers Market opens Thursday at its new location, in the rear parking lot of Pinecrest Presbyterian Church, 1790 Greenville Highway.   Read Story »

Henderson County News

Drive-thru coffee shop
 adds bagels, smoothies

If it weren’t for arthritis in his hand and the onset of boredom, David Hamilton might still be spending his days on the golf course.   Read Story »

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