Entries by WIZS Staff

Franklin Co. Encourages You to Sign Up/Update Code Red

-Information and flyer courtesy Kristen King, Clerk to the Board, Franklin County Citizens are encouraged to sign up and/or update their contact information on Code Red to receive emergency notifications within Franklin County. The process is simple and only takes a couple of moments. Please share the word with others!  

City of Oxford Declares State of Emergency

-Information courtesy Cynthia Bowen, City Clerk, City of Oxford DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY WHEREAS, in order to prepare for possible flooding and damage as a result of Hurricane Florence; and WHEREAS, as a result of the above-described disaster, I have determined that there is an imminent threat of, or existing conditions have caused […]

City of Henderson Provides Tips to Reduce Flooding Potential

-Information courtesy Esther J. McCrackin, City Clerk, City of Henderson Due to the impending hurricane, City crews are doing all they can to reduce flooding and other hazardous situations throughout the City. During this time, our Public Safety, Public Works and other crews will be receiving a large call volume so please limit your calls […]

Warren Co. Schools Closing TODAY at 12:30

-Information courtesy Warren County Schools Warren County Schools will close at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 12 and remain closed until further notice. Please stay tuned to the district website, social media and local news stations for updates.

Franklin Co. Schools Closed Sept. 13 & 14

-Information courtesy Franklin County Schools Due to Hurricane Florence, all Franklin County schools are closed Thursday, September 13 and Friday, September 14 for students and staff. All school-related events, activities and rentals are canceled from Thursday through the weekend. Additional updates will be sent out as needed. Please continue to monitor the district website, social […]

Granville Co. Schools Closed Sept. 13 & 14; Northern Granville Middle Designated as Shelter

-Information courtesy Dr. Stan Winborne, Public Information Officer, Granville County Public Schools Forecasts for Hurricane Florence continue to show a significant threat to our area in the coming days.  After consultation with Emergency Management officials, we have decided to cancel school for all students and staff for Thursday, September 13 and Friday, September 14. Also, […]

Vance Co. Schools Closed Sept. 13 & 14

-Press Release, Vance County Schools Vance County Schools will be closed on Thursday, September 13 and Friday, September 14 for all students and staff members. The schools are operating on a regular schedule today, September 12. All evening activities at all schools are canceled for today. The Evening Academy will be closed today. Future announcements […]

Body Found Behind Marathon Gas Station on Dabney Dr.

-Information courtesy Lt. Chris Ball, Henderson Police Department On August 28, 2018, the Henderson Police Department responded to a call for service at the Marathon gas station on Dabney Drive beside Union Bank. On the scene behind the store, a body of a deceased middle-aged African American male was found.  The medical examiner was contacted and identification was later made through […]

Hurricane Florence Updates – Tues. Sept. 11

Updated Tuesday, Sept. 11 at 12:30 p.m. WIZS will be bringing you updates on Hurricane Florence as new information is received. Please check the WIZS website, Facebook page and listen live to WIZS 1450 AM and 100.1 FM for updates throughout the week. The latest briefing from the National Weather Service can be found any time by clicking […]