Entries by WIZS Staff

Mark Speed Unanimously Appointed County Commissioner

Franklin County June 27, 2017: Franklin County Commissioners made a unanimous decision last evening to appoint James M. Speed (Mark) to fill the unexpired District 3 seat formerly served by the late John M. May. Commissioner Speed was appointed following the District 3 Executive Committee’s nomination on July 20, 2017 and will serve the Epsom/Centerville […]

VGCC celebrates first graduates supported by ‘VanGuarantee’ scholarship

HENDERSON, N.C. — When six students walked across the stage to receive their degrees at Vance-Granville Community College’s May commencement exercises, they quietly made history. They were among the first graduates of the college who had received the “VanGuarantee” scholarship to help eliminate any financial barriers standing between them and their academic goals. The innovative […]

Granville Teachers and Manufacturing Leaders hold summit

On Monday, June 19, a group of teachers from GCPS joined leaders from local advanced manufacturing companies for a “Pipeline to Employment” summit.  The purpose of the event was to strengthen collaboration and understanding between local Advanced Manufacturing businesses and our school district. Advanced Manufacturing is one of the fastest growing sectors of our local […]

75-Member Cast Announced for “The Wizard of Oz”

The Henderson Rec Players community theater organization has cast 75 local performers to present “The Wizard of Oz” at McGregor Performing Arts Center in July, according to Jo Ellen Nowell, director, and Mark Hopper, musical director. Leading the cast will be 15-year-old Becky Hunt of Henderson as Dorothy, Andy Dickerson of Henderson as the Scarecrow, […]

Vance County Schools Nutrition Program once again providing free meals

Vance County Schools For Immediate Release June 26, 2017 The Vance County Schools Nutrition Program is providing free meals again this summer to children in various programs in our county. Their delivery guys get covered here for insurance, for that’s an integral part while delivery. Through a federally funded Summer Nutrition Program, the school system’s […]

H/V Chamber Welcomes New Teacher Bag Donations

New Teacher Bag Donations We need your help to welcome our new teachers to Vance County! Snacks, gum, candy, water bottles, notepads, pens, pencils, coupons etc. are just a few of the things we need to pack in the bags. Make sure your business name and contact information is on the items you donate. This is a great […]

E.M. Rollins Prepares for Students as a Year-Round School

Vance County Schools For Immediate Release June 26, 2017 Construction and cleaning crews are busy in June preparing E.M. Rollins Elementary for its first year-round school year for 2017-2018. Teachers begin work on July 17 and students start classes for the new year on August 1. Work is ongoing to replace the heating and air-conditioning […]

Granville County Elected Officials and Staff Tour Bladen County Law Enforcement Facility

Oxford, NC, June 23, 2017 – In preparation for future construction of its own law enforcement complex, Granville County elected officials and staff toured the recently constructed Bladen County, North Carolina, Law Enforcement Facility on Wednesday, June 22. The Bladen County facility, yet to be occupied, was toured by four Granville County Commissioners- Tim Karan, […]

District Attorney’s July 2017 Schedule

DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S SCHEDULE JULY 2017   Mon, July 3 Warren Trial Court (Rozier) – Fuller, Raymond Franklin District Court (Keith) – Gardner, Roberson Vance District Court (Burnette) – Erdmann, Watson/Hargrove Granville District Court (Davis) – Gregory, Dickerson Granville County Clerk’s Office Hours, Attorneys, 2:00-4:00 pm – Gregory   Tues, July 4 Holiday   Wed, July 5 Granville District […]

Downtown Henderson Independence Day 2017 set for Saturday July 1st

Downtown Henderson Independence Day 2017 set for Saturday July 1st! Parade starts at 10:00 a.m. from Rose Avenue, celebration afterwards on Breckenridge Street. Parade Entry Forms are here: https://hendersonncdowntown.com/parade-entry/ Free general admission, and free kids activities and bounce houses! Check out our vendor list at https://hendersonncdowntown.com/event/independence-day-2017-celebration/ More vendors are welcome! Fill out our vendor form here: https://hendersonncdowntown.com/vendor-application/ […]