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VCSO’s Charity Bike Ride Sept. 19 To Benefit S.a.M. Child Advocacy Center
Here are two good reasons to get that motorcycle out this weekend – one, the weather forecast and two, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office Charity Bike Ride 2026 to benefit a local child advocacy center. Kickstands up, as they say, at 10 a.m. at 284 U.S. 158 Bypass, according to information from Vance County Sheriff...
The Local Skinny! Exciting Events For September at Perry Memorial Library
In the spirit of being a good community partner, Perry Memorial Library Youth Services Director Melody Peters said she’s going all in for Saturday’s Ducky Derby: She bought a Quack Pack (five ducks for $20) for the annual fundraiser that supports local Franklin Granville Vance Smart Start and its programs. The festivities surrounding the Derby...
TownTalk: Vance County Commissioners Adopt 60-Day Data Center Moratorium
The Vance County Board of Commissioners voted 5-2 to put a 60-day moratorium in place for data center development. Commissioners Leo Kelly and Valencia Perry voted against the motion put forward by Commissioner Tommy Hester. Commissioner Perry told WIZS News Tuesday that the 60-day moratorium was “a smokescreen. The text amendment will be fixed and...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 09-15-26 Noon
Listen On Air at 8am, 12pm, 5pm M-F WIZS Radio ~ 100.1FM/1450AM Click Play! WIZS Radio · WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 09-15-26 Noon...
Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Seed Patents
Michael Ellington, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report: This week’s segment shines some light on the mystery of seed patents and announces an upcoming seed saving workshop. Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs. Click Play! WIZS Radio ·...
TownTalk: Vance Commissioners Meeting Includes Public Comment On Possible Data Center Moratorium
The Vance County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a legislative hearing for Monday, Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. to receive public comments about two topics surrounding data centers – including the possible adoption of a 60-day moratorium and the proposed zoning ordinance amendment that deals with data center development. The meeting will be held in...
Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Fire Resistant Landscapes
Wayne Rowland, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report: Fire resistant landscape can protect your home from wildfires. Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs. Click Play! WIZS Radio · Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Fire Resistant Landscapes...
Data Center Developer Files Plan With County Amid Talk Of Moratorium, UDO Revision
A data center developer has sent a letter to county leaders stating that it has “reluctantly” made a decision to file a plan for development of a site along U.S. Hwy. 158. The letter, dated Sept. 9, was sent via email to the Vance County Board of Commissioners and the Vance County Planning Board in...
Vance Commissioners Set Public Comment Period Sept. 14 To Consider Data Center Moratorium, Zoning Amendment Info
The Vance County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a legislative hearing for Monday, Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. to receive public comments about two topics surrounding data centers – including the possible adoption of a 60-day moratorium and the proposed zoning ordinance amendment that deals with data center development. The hearing is on the agenda...
The Local Skinny! Jail Repairs, Staffing Concerns Top Commissioners’ Public Safety Committee Discussion
At its Sept. 2 meeting, the Vance County Board of Commissioners Public Safety Committee got an update on repairs being made at the jail. Frankie Nobles reported on a long list of repairs, replacements and demolition that have been made thus far and said all the maintenance items that had been noted on jail inspections...
