This author has not written his bio yet.
But we are proud to say that WIZS Staff contributed 7730 entries already.
N.C. Rep. Matthew Winslow was sworn in Wednesday to begin the 2025-26 legislative session as District 7 representative in the N.C. House. District 7 includes parts of Vance County and all of Franklin County. Wednesday’s swearing-in ceremony marks the beginning of Winslow’s third term in the House. “It is always an honor to serve my […]
WIZS has been asked to announce the following: From Vance County Schools: Due to the forecast of inclement weather, Vance County Schools will dismiss students on Friday, January 10 at 2 pm. All afterschool activities will be canceled. Stay up-to-date with the latest information by visiting our website at www.vcs.k12.nc.us.
The N.C. Department of Labor is taking applications now for 2024 Safety Awards which highlights businesses, local governments and other agencies for excellence in safety in the workplace. Businesses and other organizations are encouraged to submit applications to be recognized for meeting safety requirements for employees. The annual awards banquet, jointly sponsored by the Henderson-Vance […]
The Granville County Human Relations Commission will host its annual fellowship breakfast and program to honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 20 at Oxford Baptist Church, 147 Main St., Oxford. Tickets are free, but are required for entry. Contact the Granville County Administration Office at 919.693.5240 […]
Listen On Air at 8am, 12pm, 5pm M-F WIZS Radio ~ 100.1FM/1450AM Click Play! WIZS Radio · WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 01-09-25 Noon
Brad Knott took the oath of office last week to become North Carolina’s congressman representing the 13th Congressional District, comprised of eight counties, including Granville and Franklin counties. “It is an honor to now serve as the representative for North Carolina’s 13th District. I am both excited and eager to begin working for stronger law […]
— from Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame On Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, members of the Vance County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit and Henderson Police Department executed a search warrant at 117 Foster Rd. Extension in Henderson. Brandon Troy Pat David, age 29, and Rodriekgus Johnson Jr., age 20 were arrested. David was charged with two […]
This year’s local Rise Against Hunger event organizers are counting on packing 65,000 meals in about four hours on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, and they are hopeful that folks from across Vance and Granville counties will join in the effort. “It’s about the community coming together” as much as preparing bags […]
Soldier Memorial Sports Arena in Butner, which serves as a recreational center as well as the site of the Camp Butner Museum, was built in four days back in 1942 by a special team of builders who traveled about constructing buildings for use at military installations during World War II. It is one of about […]
Here in early January, resolutions may be top-of-mind for many. The noun “resolution” comes from the verb “resolve,” defined as settling or finding a solution to a problem, dispute or contentious matter. Click Play just below and listen to Wednesday’s TownTalk segment to hear a discussion of several local issues that could be resolved in […]
