Entries by Laura Gabel

Forest Service Annual Tree Seedling Sale Begins July 1

Beginning Thursday, July 1, the N.C. Forest Service will take orders for tree seedlings as part of its annual sale. The nursery and tree improvement program produces millions of quality native and genetically improved seedlings for nearly 50 tree species and understory plants, according to a press release. “Trees and forests are an important part […]

Town Talk: Police Chief Barrow Discusses Trends In Gun-Related Violence

The headlines in newspapers and online news sources across the nation seem to proclaim daily the latest incidents of a shooting or other gun-related crime; and the city of Henderson, unfortunately, is not bucking that trend. Guns and gun violence are hot topics of conversation these days, from the locals at the barbershop to politicians […]

The Local Skinny! Wellness Event July 17 at Freedom Life Church of God

UPDATE – Freedom Life Church of God, located at 1001 Martin Creek Rd. in Henderson – The Community Event Vaccination Celebration by Alternative Learning Center and Granville Vance Public Health HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED due to the threat of storms/rain.  The NEW DATE IS July 17, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be […]

Ramp Construction Projects Give Residents ‘Bridge’ To, From Home

Granville County Senior Services is working with a group of volunteers to build ramps for residents who are in need of an alternative to stairs to safely get in and out of their home. Garman Troup, a retired contractor, has been instrumental in this effort for the past few months, according to a statement from […]

Farmers Market ‘Twilight Market’ Tuesday, June 29 3-7 PM

Pat Ayscue has been on the job as manager of the Vance Regional Farmers Market for a few weeks now and says she’s been listening to farmers and vendors to try to find ways to best suit their needs. Ayscue told WIZS News Friday that Tuesday’s “twilight market” is just one way to float new […]

TownTalk: Buzz Into The Bee Jubilee June 26 at Granville Expo Center

Get up close and personal with bees – without getting stung – at the 5th annual Bee Jubilee Saturday in Oxford. Christi Henthorn, president of the Granville County Beekeepers Association, and event organizer said there will be something for everyone at the event, which will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the […]