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The legacy of Sam Watkins is alive and well – flourishing, in fact. Watkins died 10 years ago – family and friends no doubt still experience the void, but perhaps the grief has softened a bit and is slowly replaced by fond memories of a man who cared so much for his community. Not only […]
– Submitted by MPH Marketing Coordinator Donna Young In a world often overshadowed by negativity and turmoil, it’s truly heartwarming to witness acts of kindness that restore faith in humanity. The recent gesture by South Henderson Pentecostal Holiness Church toward our staff at Maria Parham Health is a shining example of the power of community and compassion. Led […]
-information courtesy of VCS Chief Communications Officer Aarika Sandlin Three students have been recognized as February’s Student Spotlight winners in Vance County Schools. Briarlyn Currin of E.O. Young Elementary, Kaiden Bates of Vance County Middle, and Jamehas Whitaker at Carver Elementary have been honored for their exceptional qualities and contributions to their respective school […]
Whether planning a wedding, family reunion or a party to celebrate one of those “milestone” birthdays, Granville County Tourism Director Angela Allen said there will be something for everyone at Saturday’s Wedding and Special Event Expo. The event will be held on Saturday, Mar. 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Creedmoor Community […]
The Triangle North Healthcare Foundation is accepting letters of interest through April 1 as it opens the 2024 grant cycle. The foundation, a regional health care organization awards grants for programs in five focus areas: child well-being; chronic disease; mental and substance abuse disorders, nutrition and physical activity; and reproductive health. Nonprofit organizations, government agencies […]
ON FEBRUARY 21 AROUND 10:00 AM, AN OFFICER WITH THE HENDERSON POLICE DEPARTMENT LOCATED A STOLEN 2014 DODGE CHARGER IN THE AREA ON N. COOPER DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPORTED STOLEN FROM ROANOKE RAPIDS. THE VEHICLE FLED FROM THE OFFICER AND PROCEEDED ONTO I-85 NORTH. THE VEHICLE EXITED I-85 AT THE 213 OFF-RAMP. THE VEHICLE […]
ON FEBRUARY 22, THE VANCE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION ARRESTED JASON AYSCUE, 43, FOR MULTIPLE COUNTS OF BREAKING AND ENTERING, AND LARCENY AFTER BREAKING AND ENTERING. THESE CHARGES WERE IN CONNECTION WITH BREAKING AND ENTERINGS THAT OCCURRED AT PETRO MART (822 SATTERWHITE POINT ROAD) ON JANUARY 26, 2024, SHOOTERS TAVERN (2915 US 1/158 […]
Press Release Information: On February 21, 2024, Officers of the Henderson Police Department served narcotic search warrants at 1409 Reservoir Street and 2555 Raleigh Road. During the service of both warrants, approximately 4,680 dosage units of heroin, 2,256 grams of marijuana, $16,815.00 in U.S. Currency, and four (4) handguns were seized. 28-year-old Kayvon Amon Horton […]
Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame is inviting any interested resident to become a member of the N.C. Sheriffs’ Association. In response to the number of people who want to help law enforcement agencies and create a stronger partnership to fight crime, Brame issued a statement Thursday to promote membership in the 501c(3) association. […]
Thank you for listening to Pop The Hood on WIZS! Changing the oil in your car or truck is probably one of the most important – if not THE most important – piece of maintenance you can do to care for your vehicle’s engine. Up for debate is when to change the oil – is […]
