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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 […]
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 […]
A host of local officials and medical professionals were on hand for Thursday’s ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the official opening of the second location of Maria Parham Women’s Care clinic in Henderson. Bert Beard, Maria Parham Health CEO, welcomed those gathered and said that Dr. Weldon Hampton has had a long, successful practice in the area […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre’s main feature on Friday is not the latest Hollywood movie – it’s a 5-county job fair sponsored by the Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments. Forty employers will be on site to talk to prospective job seekers about their employment opportunities. Desiree Brooks spoke with John C. Rose on Thursday’s Town […]
It’s a pretty big deal when law enforcement officers receive their certificates of advanced law enforcement training in front of the Sheriff’s Education and Training Standards Commission. Two lieutenants in the Vance County Sheriff’s Office recently achieved that distinction, but with a twist – they presented the award to each other. Lt. Ray Shearin and […]
Allen Simmons is building upon an idea his mother had some years ago to help families during a time when they may feel most vulnerable – when they are making decisions about funeral expenses. Simmons has started a business in Henderson called Alight Caskets and Monuments and he said he wants to give families affordable […]
