Entries by WIZS Staff

The Local Skinny! Bryan Cohn Sworn In NC House 32

Bryan Cohn was sworn in last week to begin his term as District 32 representative in the N.C. House, which includes Vance and Granville counties. Cohn edged out incumbent Frank Sossamon by a final total of 228 votes in one of several close races in the Nov. 5 general election. Following appeals and challenges, the […]

TownTalk: H-V Chamber Vision, Partnerships, 2025 Commitment

Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce President Sandra Wilkerson is looking forward to the day when the trains will again rumble down the tracks near downtown Henderson. The city’s history is closely linked to rail service that has all but dried up over the past few decades, but with talk of the S-Line passenger rail that will […]

Sheriff Brame: Henderson Man’s Death Being Investigated As Homicide

  UPDATED JAN. 14, 2:10 PM Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame told WIZS News Tuesday that the death of Donnie Allen Ayscue is being investigated as a homicide. If anyone has information about this case, you are asked to contact the Vance County Sheriff’s Office or call 911. ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– From Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame […]

County Commissioners Moving Forward To Find Replacement For Vacant District 3 Seat

The process to appoint a replacement for the District 3 seat on the Vance County Board of Commissioners continues, with the application now posted on the county’s webpage for interested individuals to complete and return. The application can be found here. Submit completed applications to Kelly Grissom, clerk to the board, to the address listed […]

District 7 Rep. Matthew Winslow Begins Third Term In N.C. House

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 […]

Vance County Schools Will Dismiss Early On Friday, Jan. 10

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.

N.C. Safety Awards Recognize Businesses For Workplace Safety

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 […]