Jeffrey Percy has been named Vance County’s Facilities Maintenance director, succeeding Brad Weatherington, who retired in December 2024.
Percy will begin his new job Tuesday, April 29, according to information from the office of County Manager C. Renee Perry. Percy has more than two decades of experience to the county, and has a background in electronics, project management and facility operations.
“I’m honored to serve the citizens of Vance County in this new role,” said Mr. Percy. “I look forward to using my experience to enhance our county facilities and provide safe, well-maintained environments for our employees and the public.”
Most recently, Percy worked in facilities maintenance at N.C. Specialty Hospital, where he was responsible for ensuring seamless operation and upkeep of healthcare infrastructure.
As Facilities Maintenance director, Percy will be responsible for administrative and supervisory work in planning and directing the maintenance, repair, cleaning and security of county buildings, grounds and other facilities, according to the job description.
In addition to supervising housekeeping and maintenance staff, Percy also will supervise and participate in semi-skilled level trades repairs for carpentry, plumbing and other needs by staff, as well as oversee contracted repairs. The director also oversees building security and courier services.
“We are excited to welcome Mr. Percy to our team. His broad expertise, hands-on technical knowledge, and strong project management skills make him a valuable asset to our county. We look forward to the improvements and innovation he will bring to our facilities operations,” Perry said.
Perry also stated that Percy could play a role as the county considers construction of new jail and EMS facilities.
Special Projects Coordinator Frankie Nobles had served as interim director since Weatherington’s retirement, Perry said.
A Southern Durham High School graduate, Percy earned an Associate of Science degree in Electronics from DeVry University in Atlanta. His technical career began at IBM in Research Triangle Park, where he worked in robotic and test equipment maintenance. As global manufacturing operations evolved, he transitioned into IBM’s purchasing division, where he served as a parts data analyst and Engineering Change analyzer.
Percy advanced into a leadership role with CTG as an account manager, overseeing a large team of contract employees working on-site in coordination with IBM. Later, he spent a decade as a project manager in the reconstruction industry, managing complex restoration projects with precision and efficiency.
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Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Most Common Ticks
/by WIZS StaffOn the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report from Michael Ellington:
Today’s show covers the four most common ticks and why they’re a problem. Also included are reminders for upcoming events and deadlines.
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Oxford Armory Farmers Market Launches Saturday, May 3
/by WIZS StaffOxford will launch a new farmers market Saturday morning on the grounds of the National Guard Armory, 105 W. Spring St.
Aptly named, the Oxford Armory Farmers Market will feature local fruits, meats, vegetables and other products from local farmers and artisans.
Beginning Saturday, May 3, the market will be open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October.
In 2020, a needs assessment was conducted by the N. C. Cooperative Extension. This assessment revealed a greater need for local agricultural producers to be able to get their products into the hands of local consumers, increasing the consumption of locally grown nutrient-dense products. As a result of the needs assessment, the Advisory Leadership Council began discussions with community stakeholders and realized that a larger market, with more availability for local agricultural producers, would be the solution to meet this need.
The Oxford Armory Farmers Market can accommodate more than 60 vendors, all offering locally sourced products as well as space for food trucks and special events in conjunction with the municipalities that are all a part of Granville County.
The existing Oxford Farmers Market located at the corner of McClanahan and Lanier streets in downtown Oxford will continue to operate every Saturday and it kicks off its season on Saturday, May 3 as well. This market operates from 7 a.m. to 12 noon.
Vendor applications for the Oxford Armory Farmers Market are still being accepted. Find details at https://granville.ces.ncsu.edu/oxford-armory-farmers-market or find OxfordArmory FarmersMarket on Facebook.
SportsTalk: NFL Draft Recap
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Scout Hughes and Doc Ayscue recap the NFL Draft from over the weekend and talk about how it relates to players and teams from North Carolina. Right here on SportsTalk!
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Jeffrey Percy Hired To Be Vance County Facilities Maintenance Director
/by WIZS StaffJeffrey Percy has been named Vance County’s Facilities Maintenance director, succeeding Brad Weatherington, who retired in December 2024.
Percy will begin his new job Tuesday, April 29, according to information from the office of County Manager C. Renee Perry. Percy has more than two decades of experience to the county, and has a background in electronics, project management and facility operations.
“I’m honored to serve the citizens of Vance County in this new role,” said Mr. Percy. “I look forward to using my experience to enhance our county facilities and provide safe, well-maintained environments for our employees and the public.”
Most recently, Percy worked in facilities maintenance at N.C. Specialty Hospital, where he was responsible for ensuring seamless operation and upkeep of healthcare infrastructure.
As Facilities Maintenance director, Percy will be responsible for administrative and supervisory work in planning and directing the maintenance, repair, cleaning and security of county buildings, grounds and other facilities, according to the job description.
In addition to supervising housekeeping and maintenance staff, Percy also will supervise and participate in semi-skilled level trades repairs for carpentry, plumbing and other needs by staff, as well as oversee contracted repairs. The director also oversees building security and courier services.
“We are excited to welcome Mr. Percy to our team. His broad expertise, hands-on technical knowledge, and strong project management skills make him a valuable asset to our county. We look forward to the improvements and innovation he will bring to our facilities operations,” Perry said.
Perry also stated that Percy could play a role as the county considers construction of new jail and EMS facilities.
Special Projects Coordinator Frankie Nobles had served as interim director since Weatherington’s retirement, Perry said.
A Southern Durham High School graduate, Percy earned an Associate of Science degree in Electronics from DeVry University in Atlanta. His technical career began at IBM in Research Triangle Park, where he worked in robotic and test equipment maintenance. As global manufacturing operations evolved, he transitioned into IBM’s purchasing division, where he served as a parts data analyst and Engineering Change analyzer.
Percy advanced into a leadership role with CTG as an account manager, overseeing a large team of contract employees working on-site in coordination with IBM. Later, he spent a decade as a project manager in the reconstruction industry, managing complex restoration projects with precision and efficiency.
Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Fire Ants In The Landscape
/by WIZS StaffOn the Vance Cooperative Extension Report from Wayne Rowland:
Fire ants can be controlled in the landscape by using fire ant baits.
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TownTalk: National Day of Prayer, May 1st at VCMS
/by WIZS StaffLocal churches and interested individuals are invited to come out on Thursday, May 1 to take part in Vance County’s observance of the National Day of Prayer.
The event will take place on the football field of Vance County Middle School beginning at 6 p.m., and organizer Delilah Marrow welcomes all.
It’s not just one church participating, “we want all of the churches,” Marrow, an ordained minister, said on Monday’s TownTalk.
“Everyone is really glad that we are getting together and having a National Day of Prayer” observance, she said. It’s a time for everyone to come together to pray for the community.
“We are the body of Christ, one church – the church of Jesus Christ,” she said.
“When we pray, something happens…when we, in a city, come together we see the hand of God move. When you pray and believe God, something happens,” she said.
Marrow said the idea came to her during her daily prayers before Easter. A prayer partner provided encouragement to act on her vision, and her pastor mentioned the upcoming National Day of Prayer, observed each May 1.
“That ignited me to move forward,” she recalled. “God just laid out every piece of the puzzle (and) everything began to fall in place.”
To learn more, call Marrow at 252.422.1202.
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Come Visit The ‘Food Farmacy’ Friday, May 2 At Vance County Farmers Market
/by WIZS StaffThe Vance County Cooperative Extension is hosting a community event on the eve of Opening Day of the Vance County Regional Farmers Market – perfect timing to learn more about how what we eat and how we move affect our overall health and wellness.
The Food Farmacy, as it’s called, will take place at the farmers market this Friday, May 2 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The farmers market is located at 210 Southpark Dr., Henderson.
It’s a time for the community to come together to learn how food choices and physical activity can have a positive impact on health while addressing some health-related challenges facing the community.
Tyler Chisholm is one of those working to organize this year’s event and he told WIZS recently that in addition to the educational component of the Food Farmacy, participants will enjoy themselves, too.
Vance County has higher rates of heart disease, diabetes and obesity, Chisholm said, and a goal of The Food Farmacy is to promote broad access to food and also to spotlight exercise and physical activity as important components to overall wellness.
Gun Found Inside Vance County Middle School Classroom; No Injuries Reported
/by WIZS Staff– press release from Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame
On April 24, 2025 the Vance County Sheriff’s Office responded to Vance County Middle School located at 293 Warrenton Rd. Henderson, NC regarding a firearm being found inside a classroom.
The weapon was immediately secured by the School Resource Officer who then notified Detectives from the Sheriff’s Office for further investigation. One juvenile was detained and transported to the Sheriff’s Office for further investigation. The juvenile’s parents were also notified of the incident. There were no injuries reported during this incident.
The incident is currently under investigation.