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TownTalk: Remembering Weather Events Of The Past
There’s an old saying – everyone talks about the weather, but no one does anything about it. That was true of today’s installment of TownTalk. John C. Rose and Bill Harris didn’t do a thing about the weather, but they, along with several callers, certainly talked about it. With another round of wintry weather predicted
TownTalk: Beth Davis Talks Kerr-Tar Regional Council Of Governments
The Kerr-Tar Council of Governments provides assistance to a cross-section of the community, and part of Beth Davis’s job as regional engagement specialist is to share information about what the agency can do for residents in the counties it serves The local COG serves five counties – Vance, Granville, Franklin, Warren and Person – and
TownTalk: Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society Continues Its Mission To Save Animals
The mission of Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society is to find homes for dogs and cats that, through no fault of their own, wind up at the Vance County Animal Shelter. RCAPS is in its 10th year of work in Vance County, and Brandon Boyd told Bill Harris on Tuesday’s Town Talk that a new
TownTalk: Firefighters And The Dangers They Face
Two people – one of them a firefighter – were taken to hospital last night after a house fire broke out on Hargrove Street. City Fire Chief Steve Cordell told WIZS News Monday that Capt. J. Bolton is back at home, and recovering from second- and third-degree burns on both shoulders and arms. “He was
TownTalk: Salvation Army Continues To Meet With Success
Captains Derrick and Odessa Smith not only talk the talk, but they walk the walk when it comes to the local Salvation Army. The husband-and-wife team have led the local organization for the past few years, and they’ve been instrumental during the recent move to its brand-new location at 2292 Ross Mill Road. According to
TownTalk: Things To Know For Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Since 1986, the third Monday in January has been a federal holiday to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. There are several opportunities to participate in discussions, events and opportunities to volunteer in the local area as part of this annual observance. Schools will be closed, as will libraries, post
TownTalk: The Future Of Trains In Henderson
It’s a sound many longtime Henderson residents recall fondly – the familiar sound of the train whistle. From the way some local officials are talking, the trains could be running through Henderson once again, bringing with them the chance for some economic development in and around the downtown area. “I’m excited about the prospect for
TownTalk: Be Safe When Using Space Heaters
The recent fires in Philadelphia and in New York that killed dozens of residents in the past week serve as tragic reminders about home fire safety during the winter months, when about half of all home heating fires occur. With temperatures dipping into the 20s at night, it may be tempting to keep a space
Town Talk: Talent Connect Connects People To Employment
A short informational virtual session could be the jumpstart to a new career path, and Desiree Brooks said staff at NCWorks is available to follow up with individuals who have questions about next steps toward seeking meaningful employment. Brooks spoke with John C. Rose on Monday’s Town Talk about Tuesday’s 10 a.m. Talent Connect series,
TownTalk: Townsville And Its History
The tri-weekly history show on Thursday’s Town Talk takes listeners to Townsville, in northern Vance County. It has been known as Townesville and, originally, Lynnesville. L-Y-N-N-E. That’s Lynne. Rhymes with “fine.” Bill Harris and Mark Pace discussed the early days of the town, its heyday between post-Civil War period and the Depression, and what the
