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Kittrell Man Sentenced to More Than Six Years on Drug, Gun Charges
100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Press Release, U.S. Department of Justice United States Attorney Robert J. Higdon, Jr., announced that today in federal court, United States District Judge James C. Dever, III, sentenced PRESTON OBRYAN MILES, 35, of Kittrell to 78 months’ imprisonment, followed by 3 years of...
Harvey Recognized by NC Governor
100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Information courtesy Vance County Schools Marsha Harvey, an English teacher at Vance County High School, received the Governor’s Education Discovery Award, entitling her to a stipend for professional development within her field. She has committed to attend Paper to Stage at the...
Henderson Kiwanis Club to Hold Trout Dinner Fundraiser at 220 Seafood
100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Information courtesy Henderson Kiwanis Club The Henderson Kiwanis Club will hold a Trout Dinner Fundraiser for the “benefit of children,” on Monday, March 9, 2020, from 4 – 7 p.m. at 220 Seafood Restaurant, 1812 Norlina Rd. in Henderson. Trout, cole slaw...
Free Rabies Vaccines to be Offered in Granville County
100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Press Release, Granville County Government Granville County Animal Control will be offering free rabies vaccines for dogs and cats on Saturday, February 29, 2020. From 9 until 10:30 a.m., residents can bring their pets to Gazebo Park in Butner for one and...
Strickland Charged With 27 Counts of Exploiting Elderly Relative
100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Press Release, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office On June 6, 2019, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office received a tip regarding a female elderly person being exploited for financial gain by a relative of the victim. After an extensive in-depth investigation by the Franklin...
News 02/13/20
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Town Talk 02/12/20: Lower ISO Ratings = Savings for Homeowners, Businesses
THIS STORY IS PRESENTED IN PART BY DRAKE DENTISTRY Vance County Fire Marshal Keith Duncan appeared on WIZS Town Talk Wednesday at 11 a.m. Duncan discussed the new insurance ratings for County fire departments, the addition of paid part-time personnel and plans for redistricting. Insurance (ISO) Ratings: After a county-wide review by the Department of Insurance...
VCS Teachers, Principals Receive Performance-Based State Bonuses
100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Press Release, Vance County Schools Vance County Schools is proud to announce that many of our teachers and principals received recognition and bonuses from the state of North Carolina for their growth in our district. The General Assembly of North Carolina created...
ACTS of Henderson Running Low on Food Pantry Items, Donations Needed
100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm -Information courtesy ACTS of Henderson, NC The Food Pantry at ACTS of Henderson is running low on some items. Dry cereal, jars of peanut butter, boxes or packets of instant potatoes, “Helper” mixes (like Hamburger or Chicken Helper), canned fruit, ramen noodles...
Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist to Host Gospel Music Awards; Formal Attire Encouraged
100.1 FM / 1450 AM WIZS; Local News broadcasts M-F 8am, 12pm, 5pm Information courtesy Angela Crawford, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church will host its 1st Annual Gospel Music Awards on Sunday, February 23, 2020, at 3 p.m. Special guest will be The Holly Spirit along with other gospel performers. Everyone...
