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WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 03-04-25 Noon
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Cooperative Extension with Micah Sharpe: All Things 4-H
On the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report with Micah Sharpe: This week marks the start of the 4-H Science Embryology Program. Where local schools will participate in a hands-on 3-week experience. Students will have the chance to learn about the development of life from eggs to chicks and gain an up close look at the...
The Local Skinny! Wildfire Season is Upon Us
A brush fire on Edwards Road in Vance County burned about 10 acres of land, and firefighters and forestry service crews were able to get things under control to prevent the fire from spreading further. “We did have a busy weekend, both locally and statewide,” said N.C. Forestry Service Ranger Rob Montague, whose territory includes...
TownTalk: Kerr-Tar Senior Games Coming Up
Registration continues through Friday, Mar. 7 for the upcoming Senior Games and Silver Arts, giving area seniors a chance to participate in a variety of sports as well as photography, crafts, handiwork and literary compositions. The events will take place between Mar. 21 and May 16 throughout the five counties that make up the Kerr-Tar...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 03-03-25 Noon
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Single Gunshot Wound Killed Child
— press release from Henderson Chief of Police Marcus Barrow 2/28/25 This morning at approximately 9:30, first responders were dispatched to a residence on Gary Street in the City of Henderson following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered a minor with a single gunshot wound. EMTs and other first responders provided medical assistance...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 02-28-25 Noon
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Maintenance At Dozens Of CSX RR Crossings In March; Drivers, Expect Detours
Drivers in Vance County who typically cross the CSX railroad tracks, the one that goes right through downtown Henderson, may encounter a detour or two starting March 3 and continuing until March 28th. Perhaps you’ve already seen the piles of crossties along the line. Maintenance work is scheduled, with some closures lasting from 2-to-5 days...
Maria Parham Health Welcomes Dr. Leslie S. Anewenah To Surgical Staff
— information courtesy of Maria Parham Health Maria Parham Health has announced that Dr. Leslie S. Anewenah has joined the medical team as a general surgeon. Anewenah brings experience in general and colorectal surgery and most recently was chief of surgery at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur, Ill. “We are thrilled to welcome Dr...
Jennifer Williams Appointed As County Tax Administrator
Jennifer Williams has been appointed to the position of Vance County Tax Administrator, according to County Manager C. Renee Perry. Williams, who most recently served as deputy tax assessor in the Vance County Tax Office, began her new duties on Monday, Feb. 24, succeeding Porcha Brooks, who is retiring. “We are thrilled to have Jennifer...
