Entries by WIZS Staff

Vance County Sheriff: Two Adults, One Juvenile Face Drug Charges

–information from the office of Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame On Thursday, March 6, 2025 members of the Vance County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit executed a search warrant at 130 Lynnbank Estates Rd. in  Kittrell after receiving complaints that narcotics were being sold from the residence.  During the search of the residence, investigators located heroin, […]

TownTalk: Rodeo This Weekend at Franklin Brothers Nursery Sunday, March 16

Franklin Brothers Nursery is hosting a rodeo this weekend, featuring barrel racing and more. Thomas Franklin said it’s wholesome entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. And Franklin has plans for more shows in the future – it’s all part of an overall vision to make the best use of the property.  This is just […]

The Local Skinny! Shaw Alumni Event Coming March 29

Join area alumni of Shaw University at an event designed to celebrate education, faith and community impact on Saturday, Mar. 29 in Henderson. The Granville, Vance and Warren alumni chapter invites the community to Shaw Day, which organizers say will promote support and awareness. “This is your chance to support students of Shaw University, engage […]

TownTalk: Fuqua Receives Recognition from City Council

Henderson’s Finance Director Joey Fuqua received some special recognition at Monday’s City Council meeting for excellence in financial reporting. And though it was more a formality than anything else, Fuqua was officially sworn in as finance director – before Council Member Tami Walker read a proclamation expressing gratitude on behalf of the Council for the work […]

Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Attracting Wildlife To Your Garden

On the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report from Michael Ellington: We explore a few options for attracting wildlife to your garden and reminds listeners of upcoming education and volunteer opportunities. Farmers Market Community Garden Volunteer Form – go.ncsu.edu/vcrfmgarden The Vance County Cooperative Extension is located at 305 Young St, Henderson, NC 27536 The Vance County […]

TownTalk: Vance County Board of Commissioners; Economic Development Incentives

The Vance County Board of Commissioners on Monday approved putting up more than $43,000 in matching funds as part of an economic incentive package for a company that recently announced its plans to locate in Triangle North Campus near I-85 and Poplar Creek Road in Vance County. The commissioners’ meeting included a public hearing about […]