Entries by WIZS Staff

The Local Skinny! FVW Opportunity Receives $40,000 Grant From SECU Foundation

Franklin Vance Warren Opportunity, Inc. (FVWOPP) announces it has received a $40,000 Mission Development Grant from the SECU Foundation to strengthen organizational capacity and sustainability in support of programs serving Henderson and the region. Abdul Sm Rasheed, CEO/Advisor, FVWOP said, “We celebrate yet another triumph with honor as a recipient of the State Employees Credit […]

Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Fall Lawn Treatments

Michael Ellington, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report: This week we’re offering a timely reminder of fall lawn treatments. Also mentioned are opportunities for pesticide license holders to gain education credits. Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs. Click […]

TownTalk: Rebuilding Hope BBQ Chicken Fundraiser Coming Up September 26

Plans for Rebuilding Hope’s Sept. 26 chicken plate fundraiser are well underway, and Co-Director Tom Wille said patrons are invited to pick up plates at the drive-thru, or they are welcome to park, come inside and visit for a while as they enjoy their meal. One quick note: the price has gone up to $12 […]

Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Fire Ants In The Landscape

Wayne Rowland, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report: Fire Ants can be controlled using ant bait. Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs. Click Play! WIZS Radio · Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Fire Ants In The Landscape

Watkins Fire Department Chicken And Barbecue Plate Fundraiser Oct. 3

The Watkins Volunteer Fire Department is having a barbecue and chicken plate fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 3. $12 gets you either barbecue or chicken, along with potatoes, slaw, bread and dessert. Bump it up to $15 and get a combo plate with both meats. “Every meal helps support Watkins Fire Department and our commitment to […]