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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...
Pop The Hood: Know The Difference Between Coolant And Antifreeze
— For our sponsor, Advance Auto Parts, as part of a paid radio sponsorship on WIZS. Although the terms often are used interchangeably, it’s important to know that antifreeze and coolant are NOT the same thing. Coolant is a mixture of water and antifreeze; antifreeze contains either ethylene glycol or propylene glycol, which keep your...
TownTalk: NC Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey on Rates and More
Anyone who owns a vacation home or rental property may know the difference between a homeowner’s insurance policy and a dwelling policy. They are two distinct types of coverage, and N.C. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has successfully negotiated an agreement that provides for a rate increase of 8 percent for dwelling policies. The Rate...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 07-11-24 Noon
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Granville County Names Stacy Hicks To Lead 911 Emergency Communications Dept.
– information courtesy of Granville County Public Information Officer Terry Hobgood Stacy Hicks has been appointed to lead Granville County’s 911 Emergency Communications Department. Hicks joined Granville County government in 2006 as a telecommunicator and has held a variety of positions in the department over the past 18 years. “I’m honored to have been selected as Granville...
County’s New Chief Code Enforcement Officer Set To Begin Work Monday, July 15
Vance County has selected Bob Rosch as the new Chief Code Enforcement Officer, effective Monday, July 15. The code enforcement office is located in the same office as planning, but it will function as a separate department with Rosch as the department head, according to information received Wednesday from Kelly Grissom, clerk to the board of...
