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Need A COVID-19 Test? Please Do NOT Go To Maria Parham Emergency Dept.
If you or a family member needs to be tested for COVID-19, please, please please don’t go to the Emergency Department at Maria Parham Health. According to information from the hospital, there’s a “dramatic increase” in the number of people coming to the emergency department to seek a COVID-19 test. “We are asking our community...
TownTalk: Things To Know For Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Since 1986, the third Monday in January has been a federal holiday to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. There are several opportunities to participate in discussions, events and opportunities to volunteer in the local area as part of this annual observance. Schools will be closed, as will libraries, post...
Granville’s MLK, Jr. Event Going Virtual Again In 2022
The Granville County Human Relations Commission annual event to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will again be held virtually on Monday, Jan. 17, 2022. The program will include the middle school and high school winners of the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. essay contest, some special musical performances, and appearances from...
Granville Elementary Schools Remain K-5, At Least For One More Year
The elementary schools in Granville County will keep their K-5 designations, at least for another year, according to Dr. Stan Winborne, associate superintendent and public information officer. At its Jan. 10 meeting, the Granville Board of Education amended an earlier decision to put sixth grades at the elementary schools next year as part of the...
VGCC to offer Sustainable Agri-Tech Class
Vance-Granville Community College will soon offer a sustainable agri-tech program at the school’s south campus in Creedmoor. This is a 96 hour program with 30 hours in class and 66 hours on line. The instructor for this class is Kelly Dixon. Classes begin on February 22nd and continue through May 2nd and will be held...
Hicks named Public Information Officer/Grants Admin for Franklin Co.
According to a press release from Franklin County: James Franklin Hicks, III will begin serving Franklin County Government as Public Information Officer/Grants Administrator on January 24. Among his duties he will conduct professional public relations work including maintaining relationships with media entities, preparing press releases, facilitating website updates and supporting the administration of grants. “I’m...
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TownTalk: The Future Of Trains In Henderson
It’s a sound many longtime Henderson residents recall fondly – the familiar sound of the train whistle. From the way some local officials are talking, the trains could be running through Henderson once again, bringing with them the chance for some economic development in and around the downtown area. “I’m excited about the prospect for...
Vance Charter School Education Lottery Applications
WIZS has been asked to announce: John Sossamon, member of the board of directors of Vance Charter School says, “Vance Charter School Education Lottery applications will be accepted 1/24/2022 – 2/28/2022. Applications can be accessed at www.vancecharter.org. The lottery will be held on 3/5/2022. Parent information sessions will be held on 1/25/2022 and 2/17/2022 at...
Cook’s Chapel Food Distribution Friday, January 14
From Rev. Dr. Omega T. Perry, Pastor: Cook’s Chapel AME Zion Church, 200 Center St. in Henderson, will hold a food distribution this Friday, January 14th at 11 a.m. First come, first served. Dr. Perry told WIZS, “We are a partnering agency with the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina. Also, if anyone...
