Entries by WIZS Staff

RCAPS Pet Palooza Coming May 3rd

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Bring the whole family out to Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society’s Spring Fling Pet Palooza on Saturday, May 3 for a day of fun activities, all to raise awareness about animal stewardship. The event will take place at the former Boyd dealership, 284 US 158 bypass from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. RCAPS Executive Director Tracy Tsoumbos said […]

TownTalk: NC Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey Visits The Studio

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As the commissioner for the N.C. Department of Insurance, Mike Causey keeps his finger on the pulse of the insurance industry for the state and for its citizens, handling everything from rate requests by insurance companies, reports of possible insurance fraud from consumers and keeping an ear to the ground about possible cuts to his […]

Council To Review Dual Role Of Manager/Attorney

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The Henderson City Council voted 7-1 Monday to review in nine months the dual roles of city manager and city attorney, the current position of Hassan T. Kingsberry. The Council convened a special called meeting for Monday at 3:30 p.m. to go into closed session to discuss a personnel matter. When the council returned from […]

Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Most Common Ticks

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On the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report from Michael Ellington: Today’s show covers the four most common ticks and why they’re a problem. Also included are reminders for upcoming events and deadlines. 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 […]

Oxford Armory Farmers Market Launches Saturday, May 3

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Oxford will launch a new farmers market Saturday morning on the grounds of the National Guard Armory, 105 W. Spring St. Aptly named, the Oxford Armory Farmers Market will feature local fruits, meats, vegetables and other products from local farmers and artisans. Beginning Saturday, May 3, the market will be open on Saturdays from 9 […]

Jeffrey Percy Hired To Be Vance County Facilities Maintenance Director

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Jeffrey Percy has been named Vance County’s Facilities Maintenance director, succeeding Brad Weatherington, who retired in December 2024. Percy will begin his new job Tuesday, April 29, according to information from the office of County Manager C. Renee Perry. Percy has more than two decades of experience to the county, and has a background in electronics, […]

Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Fire Ants In The Landscape

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On the Vance Cooperative Extension Report from Wayne Rowland: Fire ants can be controlled in the landscape by using fire ant baits. 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 […]