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The Local Skinny! Vance Co. Tourism Reports Record Attendance For Independence Day Celebration At Satterwhite Point
— information courtesy of Vance County Tourism Satterwhite Point Park was THE place to be over the Independence Day holiday, and tourism and park officials said the daylong celebration on Saturday, July 5 brought out thousands of people to enjoy lakeside activities. Pam Hester with Vance County Tourism called it “an unprecedented turnout,” which featured...
Public Safety Committee, Fire Commission Plan Joint Meeting July 29 To Discuss Fire Study, Future Of Rescue Squad
The county’s Public Safety Committee and the Vance County Fire Commission have scheduled a joint meeting on Tuesday, July 29 at 4 p.m. to discuss the fire study. The public safety committee consists of Commissioners Dan Brummitt, Valencia Perry and Board Chair Carolyn Faines. At Monday’s regular monthly meeting, commissioners discussed the pros and cons...
Maria Parham Celebrates Phase 1 Of Emergency Department Renovation
Wednesday’s ribbon cutting that marks the near-completion of Phase 1 of the Maria Parham Health Emergency Department renovation is a giant step toward creating a safer space for staff and law enforcement officers working to help individuals experiencing a mental health crisis get the care they need. If the final inspections go as planned, the...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 07-10-25 Noon
Listen On Air at 8am, 12pm, 5pm M-F WIZS Radio ~ 100.1FM/1450AM Click Play! WIZS Radio · WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 07-10-25 Noon...
Cooperative Extension with Jamon Glover: Building Traditions & Legacy
Jamon Glover, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report: We discuss why it’s so important to build traditions with your children and leave a legacy of fatherhood. We also talk more about the Supporting Father Involvement initiative. Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m...
TownTalk: Update on the Vance County Jail
The Vance County Board of Commissioners got updates Monday on several matters that involve the detention center, ranging from repairs to the existing facility, plans for a new facility and new hires to help close the gap in staffing. Blair Bordeaux, president of Bordeaux Construction, and Todd Davis, vice president of Moseley Architecture, are...
WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 07-09-25 Noon
Listen On Air at 8am, 12pm, 5pm M-F WIZS Radio ~ 100.1FM/1450AM Click Play! WIZS Radio · WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 07-09-25 Noon...
The Local Skinny! Farmers Market Brimming With Fresh Produce
This time of year, the vendors at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market have to squeeze together just a bit to accommodate the tables of fresh produce, baked goods and more that are available on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. “The bay doors are full,” said Market Manager Pat Ayscue. “We...
Garman Troup Gets Governor’s Volunteer Service Award For Work Building Ramps With Granville County Senior Services
The Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center has recognized Granville County Senior Services volunteer Garman Troup with the Governor’s Volunteer Service Award at a ceremony held recently at the Durham Performing Arts Center. Senior Services Director Kathy May nominated Troup for his contributions to the county’s program to build and install ramps for residents in need. Troup...
Triangle North Health Care Foundation Awards Health Department $62K For GVPH’s ‘Tooth Club’
— Information courtesy of Granville Vance Public Health Granville Vance Public Health has received a $62,500 grant from the Triangle North Health Care Foundation to expand and strengthen its School-Based Oral Health Program, also known as the “Tooth Club.” This marks the third consecutive year TNHF has supported the program, reflecting the foundation’s mission to improve health...
