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Department Of Social Services Board Votes DSS Director Out
UPDATE July 2, 7:25 PM The Vance County Department of Social Services Board of Directors has voted to dismiss DSS Director Sandy Weaver. Weaver was appointed to the role on Oct. 1, 2024. County Attorney Jonathan Care confirmed the board’s decision took place on Wednesday, June 18 in an interview with WIZS News Tuesday. “The...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 07-02-25 Noon
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Warren County Seeks Public Input As Part Of UDO Update
Warren County is currently working toward a major update to its development regulations by updating its Zoning, Subdivision, and related ordinances and consolidating them into a single Unified Development Ordinance. This effort also aims to implement key recommendations from the 2022 Warren County Comprehensive Development Plan, helping to shape future growth and development in a...
Peach Harvest Arrives Early This Summer To The Delight Of Growers, Consumers
There’s an upside to the recent stretch of really hot weather that sent sweltering North Carolinians seeking air-conditioned spaces – the peach crop is early, and state officials are calling it a bumper crop. It’s usually mid-July before local peaches are harvested, but lovers of the juicy, fuzz-covered fruit have reason to celebrate, despite the...
NCDMV Now Serves Walk-Ins All Day, Tweaks Check-In Process In Effort To Improve Customer Service
— information courtesy of the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles is rolling out operational changes at its driver license offices to help customers stay out of long lines and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun during the hot summer months. These changes aim to get the lines moving, streamline...
The Local Skinny! July Fun at Perry Memorial Library
Kids can beat the heat on Tuesday mornings in July by ducking into Perry Memorial Library and catching a movie. And parents, you can’t beat the price: it’s FREE! The movie series kicked off today with the popular Dog Man on the big screen. The movies begin at 11 a.m., and Youth Services Librarian Melody...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 07-01-25 Noon
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Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Raising Goats
Michael Ellington, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report: This segment provides 5 things listeners should consider if they want to raise goats. Also included are two upcoming events at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market. https://go.ncsu.edu/pollinatorid Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at...
Vance County DSS Affected By Cybersecurity Incident; Investigation Ongoing
Vance County officials are actively responding to a recent cybersecurity incident that was isolated solely to the Vance County Department of Social Services. County leadership is working closely with state and federal partners, as well as cybersecurity professionals, to fully investigate the situation, contain any threats, and ensure that DSS operations are restored safely and securely. In a...
Pam Patron Named Oxford’s Economic Development Director
— information courtesy of City of Oxford Communication Specialist Sabrina Richards The City of Oxford has selected Pam Patron as its new Downtown Economic Development Director. With a strong track record of success and a career spanning over two decades, Patron brings deep expertise in business development, strategic planning, commercial and residential real estate, and...
