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The Local Skinny! FVW Opportunity Receives $40,000 Grant From SECU Foundation
Franklin Vance Warren Opportunity, Inc. (FVWOPP) announces it has received a $40,000 Mission Development Grant from the SECU Foundation to strengthen organizational capacity and sustainability in support of programs serving Henderson and the region. Abdul Sm Rasheed, CEO/Advisor, FVWOP said, “We celebrate yet another triumph with honor as a recipient of the State Employees Credit...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 09-09-25 Noon
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Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Fall Lawn Treatments
Michael Ellington, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report: This week we’re offering a timely reminder of fall lawn treatments. Also mentioned are opportunities for pesticide license holders to gain education credits. Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs. Click...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 09-08-25 Noon
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TownTalk: Rebuilding Hope BBQ Chicken Fundraiser Coming Up September 26
Plans for Rebuilding Hope’s Sept. 26 chicken plate fundraiser are well underway, and Co-Director Tom Wille said patrons are invited to pick up plates at the drive-thru, or they are welcome to park, come inside and visit for a while as they enjoy their meal. One quick note: the price has gone up to $12...
Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Fire Ants In The Landscape
Wayne Rowland, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report: Fire Ants can be controlled using ant bait. Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs. Click Play! WIZS Radio · Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Fire Ants In The Landscape...
Henderson Fire Department; New Engine 1
The Henderson Fire Department’s most recent purchase was officially recognized Friday afternoon during a “push-in” ceremony at Fire Station 1 on Dabney Drive. The shiny new Fire Engine 1 was ceremoniously backed into its bay, ready to go out on its first call. During remarks at the 1 p.m. gathering, Fire Chief Tim Twisdale pointed...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 09-05-25 Noon
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Watkins Fire Department Chicken And Barbecue Plate Fundraiser Oct. 3
The Watkins Volunteer Fire Department is having a barbecue and chicken plate fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 3. $12 gets you either barbecue or chicken, along with potatoes, slaw, bread and dessert. Bump it up to $15 and get a combo plate with both meats. “Every meal helps support Watkins Fire Department and our commitment to...
Vance County Committee Forming To Plan Activities, Events To Celebrate 250th Birthday Of The U.S.
Communities across the country are gearing up for next year’s big 250th birthday, and Vance County is forming a planning committee to climb aboard the anniversary bandwagon. America 250 NC, a program of the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, is partnering with local governments and nonprofits across the state to plan celebrations to...
