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TownTalk: Tom Hannon Remembered
Daniel Thomas “Tom” Hannon III, 83, died Thursday at his home. Hannon, a Henderson native, worked for Burlington Industries in several locations across the state before returning to his hometown to work for Rose’s Stores, Inc. He retired after almost 20 years of service with Rose’s, and then indulged his love of storytelling by working
TownTalk: Bishop Works To Help The Next Generation Of Law Enforcement Officers
Brandon Bishop wants to make sure that the cadets in the basic law enforcement training classes he oversees understand some key concepts about what it means to be a police officer. Bishop wants the officers-in-training to have the communication tools they need in order to avoid having to use a weapon or other means of
TownTalk: Monahan Talks Nuts, Chips And Popcorn
Snack lovers have an opportunity to grab a new brand of peanut from a couple with a long history in the industry. Carol and John Monahan have launched 1949 Nut Co. and are teaming up with their son, Josh, and his 1in6 Snacks to get their yummy treats into the hands – and tummies –
TownTalk: Fixing Economic Development
Broken economic development past for Henderson-Vance and the new life that could be … plus politics. Click Play WIZS Radio · TownTalk: Fixing Economic Development
TownTalk: Holiday Happenings In Granville County
‘Tis the season for Christmas parades, chats with Santa, and holiday shopping. Granville County is gearing up for events all across the county, and Granville Tourism Director Angela Allen said there’s something for everyone, from Creedmoor to Grassy Creek and everywhere in between. Allen spoke with John C. Rose and Bill Harris on Wednesday’s Town
TownTalk: Police Chief Marcus Barrow; Henderson City Ordinances
City officials have begun the task of updating ordinances to comply with a Dec. 1 deadline that will affect whether violations are considered a criminal infraction that could lead to arrest or a civil infraction that could result in a fine. Henderson Police Chief Marcus Barrow explained the process to John C. Rose on Tuesday’s
TownTalk: Grace Ministries Prepares 2000 Meals for Thanksgiving
G.R.A.C.E. Ministries is partnering with several churches in Vance and Granville counties to distribute a couple of thousand plates of food Saturday, Nov. 20. Jamie Elliott, one of the founders of G.R.A.C.E. Ministries, said he welcomes the community to come join in, whether you’re interested in helping prepare the food or whether you want to
TownTalk: Louisburg College Oral History Project Tells Students’ Stories
Louisburg College alumni have an opportunity to record their favorite memories of their days on campus as part of an oral history project underway now. So far, the college has received close to 600 entries, and Alitha Palich tells alums there’s still time to send in submissions. Palich is vice president of institutional advancement at
TownTalk: Gang Free Working To Vaccinate Families
Gang Free Inc. in Henderson is one of 10 sites across the state selected to partner with NC Department of Health and Human Services and Healthier Together to offer a six-week-long family vaccination clinic. Melissa Elliott, founder of Gang-Free Inc. said 56 individuals participated in the Nov. 6 kickoff event at 940 County Home Road.
TownTalk: Lisa Harrison Praises Area Healthcare Workers; Appears Before Congress
If you receive a postcard in the mail from Granville Vance Public Health in the next little bit, Lisa Harrison surely would appreciate it if you agree to help out with a project that is currently underway in the two-county area. Harrison, GVPH director, said the health department is conducting its community assessment to
