Entries by WIZS Staff

Reminder: Registration Deadline for Focus 20/20 is Feb. 13

100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Press Release, Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments The Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments announces Focus 20/20, a Regional Economic Development Summit to be held at the McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center in Henderson on February 20, 2020. The summit kicks off at […]

Granville Vendors Invited to Participate in 2020 ‘Brides on Wheels’

100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Press Release, Granville County Government Granville County vendors are invited to participate in the 2020 “Brides on Wheels” Bridal Tour and Vendor Show, scheduled for April 19. Brides planning a 2020-2021 wedding will be taking a scenic tour on the “Bridal Bus” […]

Warren Co. Memorial Library Celebrates African-American History Month 

100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Press Release, Warren County Government Warren County Memorial Library celebrates African-American History Month through literacy, culture, and the arts. The highlight will be two special programs featuring scholars with local connections. In addition to these programs, the library will have celebratory book […]

Clark Grocery Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested

100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Press Release, Vance County Sheriff’s Office On Saturday, February 1, 2020, at 6 p.m. the Vance County Sheriff’s Office responded to Clark Grocery, located at 2064 Vicksboro Road in Henderson, NC in reference to an armed robbery with a dangerous weapon. On […]

Oxford Officials Discuss Recent Crime Uptick, Offer Possible Solutions

100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Information courtesy Cynthia Bowen, City Clerk, City of Oxford Present: Chairman Quon Bridges, Members Commissioners Pat Fields & John Tovey. Staff Advisors: Fire Chief David Cottrell III and Police Chief Al Coley. Others Present: Mayor Jackie Sergent, City Manager Alan Thornton, City […]

‘ABBAMANIA’ Taking Over McGregor Hall This Valentine’s Day

100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Information courtesy McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center Celebrate Valentine’s Day at McGregor Hall with a night of “ABBAMANIA: An ABBA Tribute” on Friday, February 14, 2020. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Come enjoy a rock musical which takes you back to the […]

Rebuilding Hope Recognized for Community Service

100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Information courtesy Rebuilding Hope Rebuilding Hope was recognized on January 20, 2020, for its service to the community. An award was presented to RHI coordinator Randolph Wilson at the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Breakfast by the Rho Beta Lambda […]

Vance Co. Regional Farmers Market Advisory Board to Meet Feb. 13

100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Information courtesy Paul McKenzie, Agricultural Extension Agent, NC Cooperative Extension The first meeting of the year for the Vance County Regional Farmers Market Advisory Board will be held on Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 2 p.m. at the Farmers Market (210 Southpark […]

Four Suspects Arrested for Dec. Murder of Nicholas Conner

100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Press Release, Vance County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Curtis R. Brame announces the following arrests by the Vance County Sheriff’s Office in regards to the homicide investigation of Nicholas Conner on December 18, 2019, at 172 Mansfield Lane, Henderson, NC.  Assisting Agency: North […]

Vance BOE: Public Hearing Dates for Absentee Ballot Applications

100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Information courtesy the Vance County Board of Elections LEGAL NOTICE The Vance County Board of Elections hereby gives notice that public hearings for the consideration of absentee ballot applications for the March 3, 2020, Primary Election will be held at 5 p.m. […]