Entries by WIZS Staff

Franklin County DSS “Tree Of Hope”

Franklin County Department of Social Services is seeking help from the community to fulfill the hopes and wishes of our foster children this year. Franklin County DSS — in partnership with Wal-Mart in Louisburg– has a “Tree of Hope” located at the front entrance of the store with paper ornaments that represent a child in […]

$2M In ARPA Funds To Help Franklin Schools Get HVAC Upgrades

   — Information courtesy of Franklin County Public Information Officer James F. Hicks, III Franklin County’s Board of Commissioners approved more than $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to be used for Franklin County Schools HVAC capital needs. Commissioners approved assigning of the remaining $2,564,623 of ARPA funds to FCS as a subrecipient […]

The Local Skinny! Vance County Commissioners Give Bonuses To All County Employees

All Vance County employees will get a one-time bonus in next week’s pay period – $500 for all part-time staff and $1,000 for full-time staff. The approximately $280,000 will come from the fund balance. The Vance County Board of Commissioners approved a recommendation from the Human Resources Committee presented by Assistant County Manager Jeremy Jones […]

TownTalk: Oxford’s “The Sacred Witness” Military Art Mural

About half a block off one of the main downtown streets in Oxford is something quite unique – in fact, it’s the first of its kind for the city. It’s a mural with a military theme and it tells a story that artist Aletha Williams wants to share with the community. An unveiling was held […]

Clarke Elementary Family Resource Center Open For Business

Clarke Elementary now has a Community Schools Family Resource Center, and school and community leaders celebrated its opening with a ribbon cutting Tuesday morning. The Family Resource Center will serve as a hub to connect families with resources ranging from academic support to access to health and community programs, according to information from school officials. […]

‘Festival Of Trees’ Sign-Up Extended Through Dec. 12

The City of Henderson’s Downtown Development Commission invites you to join in the fun and participate in the Festival of Trees that will be on display for the Very Merry Henderson Holiday Fest on Saturday, Dec. 7 and beyond. Participation is free for businesses, organizations and individuals. The Festival of Trees will be held in […]