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Granville Animal Shelter Short-Staffed By Illness, Resulting In Limited Services
Information courtesy of Granville County Public Information Officer Terry Hobgood Due to illnesses among many staff members, Granville County Animal Shelter will have limited public services available over the coming days. The shelter will be open from 12 noon to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28 through Saturday, Dec. 30 for adoptions, return to owners and rescue pulls. Existing...
TownTalk: Around Old Granville: Gen. Thomas Person
Thomas Person of North Carolina has several things in common with George Washington, the first president of the United States of America: Both were generals in the Revolutionary War, both were surveyors, both were involved in politics of the day and both rose from humble beginnings to become wealthy landowners. We only...
The Local Skinny! Pop The Hood: Brake Fluid
For our sponsor, Advance Auto Parts, as part of a paid radio sponsorship on WIZS. Engine oil, antifreeze, windshield wiper fluid – even the most novice vehicle owner can probably figure out where to look under the hood to check for proper levels of these key fluids, vital for proper functioning of any car...
The Local Skinny! Assessing Your Shade Trees
Shade trees are valuable additions to many yards and landscapes, but just because they’re big and strong, there are several maintenance tips that homeowners can perform – especially in the winter months – to ensure those trees remain healthy. The roots of shade trees such as oak, poplar and maple extend out laterally well beyond...
WIZS Radio Local News Audio 12-28-23 Noon
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TownTalk: Family Creates VGCC Scholarship For Students In CDL Program In Memory Of Loved One
– information courtesy of VGCC Public Information Officer Courtney Cissel Family members of a local man have established scholarships for Vance-Granville Community College students in the commercial driver license program to honor his memory and acknowledge the positive effects the program had on his life. David Lee Chavis, Jr. was a victim of gun violence...
WIZS Radio Local News Audio 12-27-23 Noon
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Oxford Seeks Input On City Marketing Strategies Via Online Survey
The City of Oxford and the Downtown Oxford Economic Development Corporation are working to create a brand identity and marketing strategy to promote Oxford as a place to live, visit and conduct business. Part of the effort will include creation of a dedicated brand to promote Downtown Oxford as a unique destination, according to information...
Henderson Police Searching For Woman Reported Missing On Christmas Day
– information courtesy of Henderson Police Chief Marcus Barrow ***LOCATED*** Henderson Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a woman who was reported missing on Christmas Day. Cora Ayscue, 45, was last seen in the vicinity of Lincoln Street on Dec. 14, according to information from Henderson Police Chief Marcus Barrow. Police are...
Oxford Official Completes REDI Training From N.C. Rural Center
Alyssa Blair, Downtown Development director for the City of Oxford, is among the most recent class to complete the Rural Economic Development Institute. REDI, the N.C. Rural Center’s flagship leadership development program, is a three-month training program that offers participants resources and tools they need to tackle economic and community development issues facing rural North Carolina, according...