Entries by WIZS Staff

The Local Skinny! Programs For Youngsters At Perry Memorial Library

It may not have a fireplace for patrons to cozy up to as they peruse their books and magazines, but  Perry Memorial Library has a full schedule of programs that can be just the ticket for youngsters when it’s too cold to be outside. Youth Services Director Melody Peters was with WIZS’s Bill Harris on […]

Heavy Rainfall Creates Second Wastewater Overflow In As Many Weeks

From the City of Henderson:   The City of Henderson’s Sewer Collection System bypassed approximately 51,800 gallons of untreated water on Jan. 12, 2024 due to inflow/infiltration from heavy rains.  The overflows occurred at Sandy Creek Pump Station, Julia Ave Pump Station, and several manholes including Neathery Street, intersection of N. Pinkston Street/Farrar Avenue, 1 […]

MPH Volunteer Services Hosts Handbag Sale Jan. 31, Feb. 1

Come shop for a new handbag, packpack and more at the “In the Bag” sale coming up at Maria Parham Health. Sponsored by MPH Volunteer Services, the sale will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 31 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Thursday, Feb. 1 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., according to information […]

TownTalk: Martin Luther King Day Events

As the community reflects on and commemorates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., WIZS Radio would like to take the opportunity to offer some glimpses into the day’s activities across Henderson and how these actions support the values that Dr. King stood for.  “All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and […]

The Local Skinny! Sossamon Appointed To Legislative Oversight Committee

  N.C. Rep. Frank Sossamon has been selected to sit on two committees by N.C. Speaker Tim Moore, Sossamon’s office announced recently. Sossamon, representing District 32 that includes Vance and most of Granville counties, now is a member of the Joint Legislative Transportation Oversight Committee and the House Select Committee on Substance Abuse. As a […]

Acclaimed Children’s Book Author Plans Jan. 25 Visit To Warren Library

The Warren County Memorial Library will host Linda Ashman, a nationally acclaimed children’s author based in Chapel Hill, for an afternoon of discussion about reading and writing books. Join in on the fun on Thursday, Jan. 25 – Ashman will present two different programs during the afternoon – 1 p.m. for grades K-2 and 2 […]

Tuesday’s Storm Causes Overflow Of Untreated Water At City Pump Stations, Manholes

Information courtesy of the City of Henderson The City of Henderson’s Sewer Collection System bypassed approximately 226,800 gallons of untreated water on Jan. 9, 2024 due to inflow/infiltration from heavy rain.  The overflows occurred at two pump stations – Sandy Creek and Julia Avenue – and numerous manholes, according to the notice sent to WIZS […]

Vance Charter Lottery Window Open Jan. 22-Feb. 29

Lottery applications for Vance Charter School will be accepted beginning on Jan. 22, 2024 through Feb. 29, 2024.  Applications can be accessed at vancecharter.org.  The lottery will be held on Mar. 2, 2024, according to John Sossamon, a member of the school’s board of directors. Parent information sessions will be held at Vance Charter School on […]