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United Way of Vance County Is In Good Standing; Moving Office
— courtesy United Way of Vance County The United Way of Vance County Board of Directors has been working over the last several weeks to resolve our organization’s financial concerns and get our United Way in a position to once again support the needs of our agencies and our community. The board has taken steps...
Wake Electric grant provides technology for VGCC Library
— courtesy VGCC A grant that Wake Electric Membership Corporation awarded to Vance-Granville Community College has been used for a project to provide enhanced technology for students in the Library on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. The $3,000 Classroom Technology grant purchased three 48-inch LED smart TV monitors allowing for large-screen displays in...
Franklin County Announces Expansion of Atlantic Packaging
— Press Release Franklin County welcomes the expansion of Atlantic Corporation of Wilmington Inc. (Atlantic Packaging) at 165 Weathers Street in Youngsville. Atlantic Packaging is one of the most technically advanced packaging resource in North America, with capabilities in manufacturing, distribution, consulting and technical service. Atlantic Packaging is expanding its 45,008-square foot warehouse and logistical...
Community Partners of Hope Volunteers Needed
Good things are happening for the Community Partners of Hope Men’s shelter, but your help is still needed. Volunteer supervisors, meals, computer support, and donations are all needed. Also, Kaine Riggan of the Downtown Development Commission is searching Henderson for an appropriate place for CPOH long term needs. If you have suggestions, contact him at...
HFD Hosts Child Safety Seat Class
If you noticed a lot of extra cars near the Henderson Fire Department, Central Station 1 on Dabney Drive today, it’s because they were hosting a child safety seat class. Chief Steve Cordell of the City of Henderson Fire Department told WIZS News, “The class is being taught by the North Carolina Safe Kids organization. ...
Jobs and Not Guns Forum
Representative Terry E. Garrison, House District 32 which covers Vance and Warren Counties and portions of northern Granville County for the North Carolina General Assembly, is sponsoring a public forum here in Henderson along with State Senator Angela Bryant. WIZS TownTalk will interview Garrison about the forum on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. on 1450 AM...
DA to Settle Compliance Issues Only Outside of Court
— courtesy of District Attorney Mike Waters Information is also available on District Attorney – 9th Prosecutorial District Facebook Page Beginning December 1, 2017, the District Attorney’s Office will begin addressing compliance issues only outside of Court. On Thursday afternoons, from 3:00 – 4:00 pm, in each of the four counties, you may bring proof...
