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South Henderson Ball Park Site of Fight with Shots Fired
– HPD Press Release – On Monday, June 20th of 2022, Officers responded to 1105 Victory Street (South Henderson Ball Park), in reference to a “Fight with weapons.” Initial officers arriving encountered a large crowd and multiple shots being fired. One subject was observed attempting to charge his weapon (manipulate the slide), and then ran...
WIZS Radio Local News Audio 06-21-22 Noon
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The Local Skinny! Acquest Group Partners With City On Garnett St. Property
In the spirit of true public-private collaboration, a portion of South Garnett Street is getting a new lease on life. Alex Green, vice president and director of operations with Acquest Group is set to close on the purchase of property at 411 S. Garnett St. The city has purchased a lot next door, and, together...
TownTalk: Stay Safe This Summer
– compiled courtesy of N.C. Dept. of Insurance and American Red Cross As the weather heats up this summer, folks around here may head out to enjoy Kerr Lake or area swimming pools. It’s fun to cool off with water activities like swimming and boating, but it’s important to keep safety in mind. According to...
The Local Skinny! Jobs In Vance 06-20-22
The H-V Chamber of Commerce and WIZS, Your Community Voice, present Jobs in Vance for June 21, 2022. The Chamber compiles the information, and it is presented here and on the radio. Contact the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce at 438-8414 or email michele@hendersonvance.org to be included. •••••••••••••••••••• Business Name – Benchmark Community Bank Job Opening...
BBQ Plates 11am – Until Friday
This Friday – June 24, 2022 – Watkins Volunteer Fire Department will serve you a homemade, take-out, family style BBQ plate. As it was explained to WIZS, each plate will feed three or four people. That’s enough for a family meal or food for one or two people with leftovers. $25 includes 2.5 pounds of...
Franklin County Cancels Independence Day Fireworks Event
– press release – Louisburg, N.C. – Because of unforeseen events, Franklin County is issuing the below statement in regard to the annual Independence Day fireworks: “Franklin County is saddened by the loss of life from the fire in Lenoir County last week which resulted in several injuries to firefighters fighting a fire which also...
The Local Skinny! Bee Jubilee Coming To Granville Expo Center
The Granville County Expo and Convention Center will be abuzz with activity Saturday as the local beekeepers group hosts the 6th annual Bee Jubilee. Christi Henthorn, president of the Granville County Beekeepers said upwards of 80 vendors will be set up inside and outside for the event, which will run from 9 a.m. to 3...
Local Businesses Asked To Help Fill Welcome Bags For New Teachers
More than 100 new teachers are expected to be in classrooms all across Vance County when August arrives, and the Education Committee of the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce wants to welcome them with promotional items donated by local businesses. In fact, 130 new teachers will receive Welcome Bags, which Chamber officials hope will be FILLED...
Filing Period Ends July 1 For Vance Soil & Water Conservation District Seat
The filing period for Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor began on Monday, June 13 at 12 noon and will end at 12 noon on Friday, July 1, according to local elections officials. Vance County Elections Director Melody Vaughan said prospective candidates must be 21 years old by Election Day in November – Nov. 8...
