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MPH Volunteer Services Hosts Handbag Sale Jan. 31, Feb. 1
Come shop for a new handbag, packpack and more at the “In the Bag” sale coming up at Maria Parham Health. Sponsored by MPH Volunteer Services, the sale will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 31 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Thursday, Feb. 1 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., according to information...
TownTalk: Martin Luther King Day Events
As the community reflects on and commemorates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., WIZS Radio would like to take the opportunity to offer some glimpses into the day’s activities across Henderson and how these actions support the values that Dr. King stood for. “All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and...
The Local Skinny! Sossamon Appointed To Legislative Oversight Committee
N.C. Rep. Frank Sossamon has been selected to sit on two committees by N.C. Speaker Tim Moore, Sossamon’s office announced recently. Sossamon, representing District 32 that includes Vance and most of Granville counties, now is a member of the Joint Legislative Transportation Oversight Committee and the House Select Committee on Substance Abuse. As a...
WIZS Radio Local News Audio 01-15-24 Noon
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Acclaimed Children’s Book Author Plans Jan. 25 Visit To Warren Library
The Warren County Memorial Library will host Linda Ashman, a nationally acclaimed children’s author based in Chapel Hill, for an afternoon of discussion about reading and writing books. Join in on the fun on Thursday, Jan. 25 – Ashman will present two different programs during the afternoon – 1 p.m. for grades K-2 and 2...
H-V Chamber Of Commerce Banquet Mar. 7; Award Nominations Accepted Through Feb. 2
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce will host its annual banquet on Thursday, Mar. 7. Sponsorships are available and tickets may be purchased now for the event, the theme of which is Past, Present, Future, according to Chamber President Sandra Wilkerson. “Join us as we take a walk down memory lane, get updates on the present...
WIZS Radio Local News Audio 01-12-24 Noon
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Tuesday’s Storm Causes Overflow Of Untreated Water At City Pump Stations, Manholes
Information courtesy of the City of Henderson The City of Henderson’s Sewer Collection System bypassed approximately 226,800 gallons of untreated water on Jan. 9, 2024 due to inflow/infiltration from heavy rain. The overflows occurred at two pump stations – Sandy Creek and Julia Avenue – and numerous manholes, according to the notice sent to WIZS...
Vance Charter Lottery Window Open Jan. 22-Feb. 29
Lottery applications for Vance Charter School will be accepted beginning on Jan. 22, 2024 through Feb. 29, 2024. Applications can be accessed at vancecharter.org. The lottery will be held on Mar. 2, 2024, according to John Sossamon, a member of the school’s board of directors. Parent information sessions will be held at Vance Charter School on...
TownTalk: Contacting NC DOT To Resolve Roadway Issues
If the heavy rains and high winds earlier this week have created problems along state-maintained roadways, it’s important to let the N.C. Dept. of Transportation folks know about them so proper repairs can be made. In days gone by, a quick look in the phone book could have produced a local number to call, but...
