Entries by WIZS Staff

Sheriff Curtis Brame: Suspect In Custody In Connection With Jan. 11 Murder

From the office of Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame   On March 14, 2025, at approximately 10:30am, Law Enforcement Officers from the Vance County Sheriff’s Office with the assistance of the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigations and the Henderson Police Department located Deon Bullock.  Bullock is now in the custody of the Vance County […]

Granville Chamber Names Charles Currin John Penn Citizen Of The Year

— information courtesy of Granville County Chamber of Commerce The Granville County Chamber of Commerce named Charles Currin as John Penn Citizen of the Year, capping an evening of celebration during its 83rd annual membership meeting and banquet Monday, Mar. 10. Currin was recognized for his servant leadership and for giving selfless service to his […]

Commissioners Approve Lower Application Fee For Vance Co. Regional Farmers Market

The Vance County Board of Commissioners on Monday voted to drop the application fee for vendors at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market from $30 to $20 in an effort to attract more potential producers to sell their vegetables, fruit and other products at the seasonal market. Vance County Cooperative Extension Director Dr. Wykia Macon […]

Maria Parham Health Emergency Department Renovation Update

Maria Parham Health is kicking off the first phase of a major renovation to its Emergency Department, with a focus on enhancing care for individuals facing behavioral health challenges. “We are excited to begin this important renovation, which will allow us to provide even better care to those who need it most,” said Bert Beard, CEO […]

Home and Garden Show

On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext. The Growing The Spring Vegetable Garden Event will be on Monday March 31, 2025 at 6:30pm at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market. Resist the temptation to plant tall fescue. Prune as soon as possible. Order your bees for pollination ASAP Apply crabgrass preventer […]