Entries by John C. Rose

Vance County School Board District 4 Seat Open Due to Resignation

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Ed Wilson, school board member – district 4, resigned his position recently to assist an ailing family member. He explained the situation to WIZS News Tuesday by phone. Wilson praised the school system for providing him patience over the last six months as he’s spent more time providing love to his immediate family.  He said […]

Washout Closes Section of Old NC 75 In Stem

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A section of Old North Carolina 75 near School Street in Stem washed out and will remain closed, according to a N.C. Department of Transportation press release, through late Thursday (01-18-2024). Maintenance crews made the discovery and are “working to fix the problem and will reopen this section of Old North Carolina 75 as soon […]

Vance County Schools 2-Hour Delay 01/17/2024

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From Vance County Schools: “As we prioritize the safety of our students and staff, we would like to inform you that Vance County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. “This decision has been made in consideration of the potential for black ice on roadways and the forecasted wind chill. […]

Intolerant Behavior Disrupts More Than School Activity

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Tuesday night, December 5, the Vance County Vipers Basketball team hosted Louisburg, but the game was halted soon after it started when a fight broke out on the gym floor. VCS Chief Officer for Communication Aarika Sandlin said, “No Vance County High School students were involved. Currently, an active investigation is taking place by the […]

Vance County Manager Thanks Staff Leadership Team

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The new county manager for Vance County, Renee Perry, started November 1, 2023, and on November 20 as a Board of Commissioners work session wrapped up, she gave thanks to county staff and named her leadership team. “I’m coming up on week three, and I just wanted to sing high praises to staff. They’ve been […]