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WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 02-10-26 Noon

Listen On Air at 8am, 12pm, 5pm M-F WIZS Radio ~ 100.1FM/1450AM Click Play! WIZS Radio · WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 02-10-26 Noon...

Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Cold Weather Doesn’t Always Kill Bugs

Michael Ellington, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report: Today’s segment explains why cold weather doesn’t necessarily mean less bugs in the future. I also remind listeners of upcoming Bee School classes and Backyard Chickens 101. go.ncsu.edu/chicken101 Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m...

Photo Search: Armed Forces Members Killed In Action Since Formation Of Vance County

Originally posted TUESDAY, JAN. 20, 2026 A subcommittee of Vance County’s America 250 group is in the process of collecting photos and information for the 124 individuals who hailed from Vance County and were killed in action in service to their country. The plan is to have banners placed throughout the downtown area by Memorial...

TownTalk: Around Old Granville – Stories Of The American Revolution From Old Granville County

The phrases “Fourth of July “ and “Independence Day” are used interchangeably to note THE date when the American Colonists declared formal independence from Great Britain. This year marks the 250th anniversary of that official Declaration of Independence, with ongoing celebrations marking the historic moment. But it took eight years for the 13 Colonies –...

Chamber Rescheduled ‘Women In Business Lunch And Learn’ Featuring Miss North Carolina for Mar.23

The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce has announced that the Women In Business Lunch and Learn has been rescheduled for Monday, Mar. 23 at 12 noon. Bad weather forced the cancellation of the Jan. 28 event, but organizers said “From the Crown to the Community” featuring the 87th Miss North Carolina Sophia Kellstrom will take place...

“Let’s Talk Warren County” Session Feb. 27

In 2025, the Warren County Board of Commissioners and Administration, in cooperation with County Departments, began a series of events called “Let’s Talk Warren County.”  We are continuing that series in 2026 starting with “Let’s Talk Warren County – the History of Warren County.”  This event will take place on Feb. 27, 2026 beginning at...

The Local Skinny! Early Voting Starts This Week

Early voting for the March 3 statewide primary election begins Thursday, Feb. 12 and continues through Saturday, Feb. 28. In Vance County, early voting will take place at the gymnasium located in the county complex at 500 N. Beckford Dr. The polls will be open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; on Saturday, Feb...

TownTalk: David Caudle Named CEO Of Henderson Family YMCA

David Caudle has been named CEO of the Henderson Family YMCA, effective Feb. 1, 2026. Caudle had been interim CEO since October 2025. He joined the Henderson Family YMCA in January 2025 as chief financial officer and brings close to 20 years of experience of working with YMCA organizations. But Caudle is quite familiar with...

TownTalk: Rural Health Transformation Program from Congress Impacts On Local Programs, Health Providers

The Rural Health Transformation Program, created by Congress through what has become known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, will provide $50 billion over the next five years to help states transform rural health – both how rural residents access services as well as how health care providers deliver care and treatment. It’s going...
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WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 02-09-26 Noon

Listen On Air at 8am, 12pm, 5pm M-F WIZS Radio ~ 100.1FM/1450AM Click Play! WIZS Radio · WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 02-09-26 Noon...
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