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A Henderson man was sentenced in New Bern Friday to 188 months in prison for trafficking fentanyl and heroin. On May 4, 2023, Tyren Omarious Hargrove, 23, pled guilty to possession with the intent to distribute a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of heroin and fentanyl. According to court documents and other information presented in […]
The Henderson City Council has unanimously approved a rezoning request for a 123-acre tract along Dabney Road, and the next step for the developer is to have the zoning board of adjustment approve a special use permit. The project was previously being called Berry Village but now seems to be carrying the name Dabney Village. […]
Daydreaming about the cooler days of autumn, when colorful leaves are beginning to fall to the ground and that little nip in the air has you reaching for your sweater? Well, those cooler October days are also when folks make plans to attend the North Carolina State Fair – so quit your daydreaming […]
A registered nurse in the emergency department at Granville Health System is the first recipient of the DAISY award, an honor given to healthcare professionals who provide professional, compassionate care to patients. Mckenzie Porterfield received the award last month, according to information from Granville Health System Marketing and Foundation Director Lauren Roberson. Porterfield was nominated […]
Granville Vance Public Health is one of eight agencies across the state to receive recognition for its efforts to promote a strong breastfeeding program among clients who participate in a federal assistance program for women and young children. The health department received the USDA Breastfeeding Gold Award of Excellence, according to information from the health […]
Charla Duncan, director of Warren County Community and Economic Development, was recently appointed to represent the North Central Prosperity Zone on the North Carolina EDPNC Economic Development Advisory Council. This council provides advisory direction and support to the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC). Duncan was appointed to fill the seat of Harry Mills, […]
–press release from Henderson Police Chief Marcus Barrow On August 15, 2023, officers of the Henderson Police Department served a narcotics search warrant for a room at the Budget Host Inn, located at 1727 N. Garnett St. During the service of the warrant, officers seized approximately 100 dosage units of heroin, 6.8 grams of marijuana, […]
The word “sanctuary” is defined as a sacred place. In church terms, it’s the area near the altar. The term is also used to mean “refuge” or “haven.” As the vision to transform a former church property into a men’s shelter gains momentum, area supporters may find a way to have a sacred space continue […]
Rep. Frank Sossamon is among a group of individuals that form the Hunt Institute Elevate NC 2023 Cohort, a group that brings together leaders work on making positive impacts on education across the state. In a press statement, Sossamon said it was an honor to be selected. “Education is the cornerstone of our society, and […]
The Home and Garden Show for Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Click play below for the audio, brought to you by Satterwhite Point Marina. The Home and Garden Show airs each week on WIZS on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. WIZS Radio · The Local Skinny! Home And Garden Show 08-16-23
