The Vance County Board of Commissioners offered thanks Monday – and a round of applause – to show their appreciation for the work that Special Projects Coordinator Frankie Nobles has done so far to tackle a long “to-do” list at the county detention center.
In providing an update on the progress made since he was given the lengthy list of repairs and maintenance projects, Nobles told commissioners he reckons about half of the items have been addressed so far.
“We’re going to work until we can get them (done),” he told commissioners during the regular monthly meeting.
Commissioner Tommy Hester said, “I want to say thank you, because this guy is doing a great job.” With that comment, the board offered a round of applause.
The state of the jail has been an ongoing topic of discussion for commissioners, and it’s just one of the five corrective action items that were included in a letter from the state dated April 1. In the letter, the state outlined required steps county leaders must take to get the facility back in compliance.
Commissioners took steps to put the repairs and maintenance under the supervision of the county rather than the sheriff’s office, and that’s when Nobles took over.
County Manager C. Renee Perry said, “We’ve been getting things done under Frankie’s leadership.”
Nobles added that the state is “very happy” with the progress that’s been made thus far.
In response to a question from Commissioner Tommy Hester about whether he’s had difficulty getting the work done, Nobles said, “Everybody that I’ve talked to has been caught up and paid except one,” who still has four invoices that haven’t been paid for. Commissioners had received reports that work wasn’t being completed either because workers weren’t being paid or because of safety concerns. For now, that challenge seems to be less of a problem than before.
The list of completed tasks is impressive, from power washing interior walls, ceilings and floors to replacing expired fire extinguishers and generator batteries. Broken glass has been removed and replaced, as well as air filters on the two-year-old units that apparently hadn’t been replaced since October 2023.
“Those units were completely stopped up,” Nobles said, adding that he didn’t know how they were still operational.
So after the paint, toilet and shower repairs and replacements, holes in walls patched and bunks bolted anew to walls…what’s left?
“The big stuff,” Nobles said. Things like locks on doors, the camera system, among others.
But for now, the county is happy – happier – because the state is happy as Nobles leads the effort to put more repairs in the “completed” column on his “to-do” list.
Assistant County Manager Jeremy Jones told commissioners on Monday that the RFQ – request for qualifications – process closed just a couple of hours before the meeting began. There was one reply to the RFQ, which sets in motion the design/build process county leaders are considering for a new facility. The RFQ is scheduled to come before the commissioners on July 7 for possible approval. Commissioners will receive for review a copy of the RFQ before the July meeting, she said.
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WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 06-05-25 Noon
/by WIZS StaffListen On Air at 8am, 12pm, 5pm M-F
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Cooperative Extension with Jamon Glover: When the Money’s Tight
/by WIZS StaffVance County Cooperative Extension Report from Jamon Glover
Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs.
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SportsTalk: Super Regionals Are Set
/by Scout HughesSportsTalk 12:30 p.m. M-Th
Scout Hughes and George Hoyle speak on the Super Regionals that are now set in the NCAA Baseball Tournament. Five ACC teams reached the Super Regionals and one ACC team is guaranteed to make the College World Series.
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TownTalk: N.C. Strength Sports Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony June 21
/by WIZS StaffThe Brick Power Team will host an induction ceremony for the N.C. State Strength Sports Hall of Fame on June 21 at 220 Seafood Restaurant in Henderson.
Harry Orr said Randy Perry and Will Lynch are this year’s honorees.
Orr, executive director of the statewide group, also is part of the Brick Power Team, said the honorees will receive plaques to recognize their accomplishments and contributions to the sport of powerlifting and weight lifting.
The Brick Power Team is an outreach ministry of Freedom Life Church of God and raises money for worthy causes with weightlifting competitions.
He said the group is accepting donations to help defray costs associated with the event.
All donations are tax-deductible.
“Any donations will be appreciated, whatever size,” Orr said.
The Brick Power Team will have a fish plate fundraiser on Monday, July 28 at 220 Seafood Restaurant, with most of the proceeds going to Freedom Life Church of God, which Orr said is instrumental in the work of the Brick Power Team.
“The Brick Power Team is putting it on,” he said. “Whatever we get out of that, we give most back to the church.”
Tickets are $10 and plates are take-out only.
Contact Orr to find out more about sponsoring the induction ceremony or to learn more about the hall of fame or the Brick Power Team at 252.432.4196 or email horr2553@yahoo.com
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TownTalk: Progress Being Made In Repairs To Vance County Jail
/by WIZS StaffThe Vance County Board of Commissioners offered thanks Monday – and a round of applause – to show their appreciation for the work that Special Projects Coordinator Frankie Nobles has done so far to tackle a long “to-do” list at the county detention center.
In providing an update on the progress made since he was given the lengthy list of repairs and maintenance projects, Nobles told commissioners he reckons about half of the items have been addressed so far.
“We’re going to work until we can get them (done),” he told commissioners during the regular monthly meeting.
Commissioner Tommy Hester said, “I want to say thank you, because this guy is doing a great job.” With that comment, the board offered a round of applause.
The state of the jail has been an ongoing topic of discussion for commissioners, and it’s just one of the five corrective action items that were included in a letter from the state dated April 1. In the letter, the state outlined required steps county leaders must take to get the facility back in compliance.
Commissioners took steps to put the repairs and maintenance under the supervision of the county rather than the sheriff’s office, and that’s when Nobles took over.
County Manager C. Renee Perry said, “We’ve been getting things done under Frankie’s leadership.”
Nobles added that the state is “very happy” with the progress that’s been made thus far.
In response to a question from Commissioner Tommy Hester about whether he’s had difficulty getting the work done, Nobles said, “Everybody that I’ve talked to has been caught up and paid except one,” who still has four invoices that haven’t been paid for. Commissioners had received reports that work wasn’t being completed either because workers weren’t being paid or because of safety concerns. For now, that challenge seems to be less of a problem than before.
The list of completed tasks is impressive, from power washing interior walls, ceilings and floors to replacing expired fire extinguishers and generator batteries. Broken glass has been removed and replaced, as well as air filters on the two-year-old units that apparently hadn’t been replaced since October 2023.
“Those units were completely stopped up,” Nobles said, adding that he didn’t know how they were still operational.
So after the paint, toilet and shower repairs and replacements, holes in walls patched and bunks bolted anew to walls…what’s left?
“The big stuff,” Nobles said. Things like locks on doors, the camera system, among others.
But for now, the county is happy – happier – because the state is happy as Nobles leads the effort to put more repairs in the “completed” column on his “to-do” list.
Assistant County Manager Jeremy Jones told commissioners on Monday that the RFQ – request for qualifications – process closed just a couple of hours before the meeting began. There was one reply to the RFQ, which sets in motion the design/build process county leaders are considering for a new facility. The RFQ is scheduled to come before the commissioners on July 7 for possible approval. Commissioners will receive for review a copy of the RFQ before the July meeting, she said.
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Home and Garden Show
/by WIZS StaffOn the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext.
The Vance County Cooperative Extension is located at 305 Young St, Henderson, NC 27536
The Vance County Regional Farmers Market is located at 210 Southpark Dr., Henderson, NC 27536
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Latest Phishing Scam Involves Text Messages Claiming To Be From NCDMV
/by WIZS StaffThe N. C. Division of Motor Vehicles is alerting the public about a surge in fraudulent text message scams targeting residents. These scams falsely claim to request payment for fees, fines, or tolls and may appear to come from the NCDMV.
NCDMV does not and will never request payments via text message.
Citizens are urged to report any suspicious texts as spam and delete them immediately. Do not click on any links or provide personal information in response to these messages.
Protect yourself from scams!
Be cautious of unsolicited texts requesting payment or personal information.
Verify any NCDMV-related inquiries through official channels.
Report suspicious texts to your mobile carrier or the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov/complaint.
Learn more about how to identify phishing texts and scams at https://ncdoj.gov/internet-safety/phishing/.
Body Of Missing 2-Year-Old Found In Kerr Lake
/by WIZS Staff-From Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame
The body of a 2-year-old boy was recovered from Kerr Lake Tuesday afternoon, several hours after family members had reported the child missing.
Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame said his office was notified just after 2 p.m. about a possible missing child.
Upon arriving at the residence, sheriff’s deputies were advised by the family that a two-year-old male was last seen in the yard of the home approximately 20 minutes prior to their arrival. Responding units completed a search of the residence and the immediate surrounding area and were unable to locate the child.
Outside resources were contacted for assistance. The following agencies and departments responded a short time later. The NCState Highway Patrol, Henderson Police Department, Vance County Rescue, Vance County Fire, Vance County EMS, North Carolina State Parks, Granville, Franklin and Warren County Sheriff’s Offices, Wake Forest Fire Department and the REDS Team based in Garner.
Based upon the search area being located within 100 yards of the water’s edge of Kerr Lake underwater drones were deployed, along with other water rescue resources. During the water operations units located the body of the missing two year old child submerged. The child was located at approximately 5:18 p.m. A recovery was then initiated by the responding units. The body was transported to a local hospital.
The identity of the child is not being released at this time pending notification to all family members.
Brame said, “The Vance County Sheriff’s Office expresses our most sincere condolences and prayers for the family. We also extend our thanks to all who responded to assist in this incident.”
SportsTalk: The Best & The Worst
/by Scout HughesSportsTalk 12:30 p.m. M-Th
Scout Hughes and Steve Lewis talk about the best and the worst teams of all-time in major sports history, why they were good or bad, and where they are now.
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