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The Local Skinny! April 27 Jobs In Vance
In partnership with the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce…Jobs in Vance on WIZS…The Chamber compiles and provides the information, and it is presented here and on the radio. The First Baptist Church of Henderson is seeking a highly qualified and motivated person to fill a part-time position as Administrative Support Coordinator. This position provides administrative...
Granville Crime Stoppers Golf Tournament Set For May 20 – Sponsors, Players Needed
The 3rd annual Granville County Crime Stoppers golf tournament is scheduled for May 20, 2021 at South Granville Country Club. The tournament is a major fundraiser for the group, which provides cash rewards for people who provide information that leads to the arrest and indictment of criminals. The Granville Crime Stoppers, part of the North Carolina...
TownTalk 04-26-21 NC MedAssist Mobile Pharmacy Visits Henderson April 30
NC MedAssist is coming to Henderson Friday, April 30 to distribute various types of over-the-counter medications and other first-aid items to residents in a drive-thru event. Online registration continues until noon on Wednesday, and that’s the best way to make sure that individuals get the medicines they need. Kinsey Luce, mobile events and project manager...
ALE Operation Nets 28 Misdemeanor Charges in Henderson
On Tuesday, April 20th, agents with NC Alcohol Law Enforcement issued 28 misdemeanor charges in Henderson. A total of 15 people were charged. Clay Joyner, special agent in charge for ALE in District 4 – Raleigh told WIZS News, “Our main focus of what we went that day for was to focus on any criminal...
The Local Skinny! April 26, VCS Budget, Classified Staff
Vance County Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Jackson says the VCS budget will consider an increase in classified staff compensation. Q: Middle and high schools were consolidated a few years back and it seems like there was about a $2 million per year savings that was talked about at that time. As we head into the...
Vance DSS Info Events to Help with NC Medicaid Deadline May 14
Vance County residents enrolled in Medicaid have until May 14 to choose from one of six managed health plans that best suit their needs, and the local Department of Social Services is sponsoring a couple of drive-thru informational events to help in the decision-making. The first event is scheduled for Friday, April 30, with a...
WIZS Local News Audio 04-26-21 Noon
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Open Broadband Opening Up to Vance
Three years ago surveys about local broadband service went out. Almost two years ago area local governments in Vance, Granville and Franklin Counties began approving contracts. Now, more and more potential from the process is being realized. Specifically in Vance County, the latest on Open Broadband was revealed earlier this month at the monthly meeting...
Learn How To Fly a Drone With 4-H Project
Is your child interested in drones and learning how to fly them? Registration is free and open now for young people between 12-18 years to participate in the 4-H Drone Pilot Program. Over the course of the two-week program, participants will receive a kit that includes the Parrot Mambo mini-drone, 2 drone batteries, battery charging...
TRLC Adds 83 Acres To Create Horseshoe Road Nature Preserve
More than 80 acres of land has been donated to Tar River Land Conservancy (TRLC) in recognition of Earth Day, which was April 22, the preservation group announced. The new tract – 83 acres along Smith Creek in southern Granville County – adjoins a 158-acre tract purchased by TRLC in 2018, according to Derek Halberg...
