Entries by John C. Rose

Open Broadband Opening Up to Vance

Three years ago surveys about local broadband service went out.  Almost two years ago area local governments in Vance, Granville and Franklin Counties began approving contracts.  Now, more and more potential from the process is being realized. Specifically in Vance County, the latest on Open Broadband was revealed earlier this month at the monthly meeting […]

Nominate Someone for Citizen of the Year 2020

From the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce —  The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Citizen of the Year!  This award is presented each year by the Chamber to recognize an individual for their volunteer work to make our community a better place to live.  The Annual Banquet and Meeting […]

TownTalk 4-15-21; Traffic, Pedestrians plus Baseball Umpiring

Thank you for listening to WIZS Radio. Your Community Voice! TownTalk for 4-15-21 I-85 weird interchanges at all three major exits in Henderson. Pedestrian dangers. Plus, a special guest baseball umpire. Broadcast Audio for TownTalk 4-15-21 WIZS Radio · TownTalk 04-15-21 Traffic And Pedestrians Plus Baseball Umpiring

The Local Skinny! April 15; Small Biz Summit on Agriculture

VGCC to hold Small Business Summit focused on Agriculture Vance-Granville Community College will present the 9th Annual Small Business Summit, entitled “Ag Alternatives & Legacy Farms,” on Thursday, May 20, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. This event will provide attendees with a day of agriculture education and information sharing, including discussions of niche farming, […]

Bike Ride and Chicken Plates to Benefit Families

Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame has provided WIZS News with a one-sheet flyer explaining there is a “benefit bike ride for the families of Captain Michael Davis and Trooper Brent Montgomery” coming up. All bikers are invited. May 1 is the date, and the Roses Parking Lot on Norlina Road/North Garnett Street is the place.  […]

New Solid Waste Site Open on Warrenton Rd.

As County Manager Jordan McMillen explained in an email to WIZS News, work at Vance County’s newest solid waste site on Warrenton Road has wrapped up.  He said the final punch list inspections were completed last week. And the target date for opening the new site of today, April 14, was met. McMillen wrote, “This […]

The Local Skinny! April 14; Home and Garden Show

WIZS, Your Community Voice.  Thank you for listening! The Local Skinny! each Wednesday on WIZS is the Vance County Cooperative Extension Service Home and Garden Show. WIZS Radio · The Local Skinny! April 14; Home And Garden Show  

Smart Start Children’s Services Information Drive Thru Wednesday

Garry Daeke, development coordinator, FGV Smart Start informs WIZS News the organization is holding a children’s services and information drive thru. He said in an email, “Parents with young children can easily and safely access information by driving by our tents. Car seat installation/appointments will also be provided on site.” And it’s right away, Wednesday, […]