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Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Agritourism
These days, farmers not only need green thumbs to grow their bountiful fruits and vegetables, but they need to think “outside the garden” to find ways to add income to their enterprise, where profit margins are often tight and weather wreaks havoc adversely affecting the bottom line. Enter agritourism. The idea has probably been around...
The Local Skinny! Chestnut Street Park Revitalization Project
Charles Turrentine Jr. grew up on Hamilton Street, so it was a short walk down to Chestnut Street Park, where he spent time playing basketball and hanging out with his friends. The park is due an upgrade, and Turrentine is spearheading an effort to give the park a facelift. As the old saying goes, all...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 07-15-24 Noon
Click Play to Listen. On Air at 8am, 12pm, 5pm M-F WIZS Radio ~ 100.1FM/1450AM WIZS Radio · WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 07-15-24 Noon...
Warren County Funding Cycle For Non-Profits Open Through Aug. 30
Warren County has opened the application process for its FY 2025 non-profit grant funding cycle. The budget allocates $50,000 for this program. The grant program will accept applications until Friday, Aug. 30. Interested organizations are encouraged to apply. Warren County adopted its current funding for local non-profit agencies policy in 2014. Funded services through this...
One Woman Injured, One Man Faces Assault Charges In July 9 Incident
– Press release from Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame On Tuesday, July 9, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office responded to 37 Rose Lane about a female who had been assaulted at the caller’s residence. Upon arrival, deputies located a female victim undressed, with signs of assault on her face, neck, and body. Deputies determined that...
Vance Sheriff: Two Arrested On Drug Charges In Separate Traffic Stops
-Press releases from Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame The Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Division of the Vance County Sheriff’s Office made two arrests and seized several different types of pills and controlled substances in two different traffic stops this week. On Monday, July 8, a traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle operated by Kenneth...
Distinguished Alumni Award Due To VGCC Foundation Board By Aug. 31
The Vance-Granville Community College Foundation board is seeking nominations for its third annual Distinguished Alumni award. Nominations are due by Aug. 31. Throughout its 55-year history, VGCC has served the citizens of Vance, Granville, Franklin and Warren counties, preparing them for careers and further secondary education in dozens of certificate and curriculum programs. Many alumni...
Sossamon Plans Concert Tuesday, July 23
Pastor Frank Sossamon has scheduled a concert for Tuesday, July 23 at Freedom Life Church of God. Come listen to some good old Southern gospel music and hymns, featuring Sossamon, accompanied by Marsha Ranes on piano. The performance begins at 4 p.m. and will highlight the activities of Community Partners of Hope. Sossamon said the...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 07-12-24 Noon
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Warren County Seeks Members To Form New Tourism Development Authority
The Warren County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to establish a Warren County Tourism Development Authority. State and local statutes require establishing a TDA to oversee revenue generated by the newly levied 5 percent occupancy tax on short-term lodging. The occupancy tax is not a property tax; rather, it is similar to sales tax...
