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TownTalk: Vance County Veterans Memorial in Progress

Naysayers may have provided just the motivation that members of American Legion Post 60 needed to get the ball rolling on completion of a veteran’s memorial in Henderson. You won’t be able to find a suitable location, they said. But they did. It’ll be difficult to get approval, they said. But they got that, too...
Perry Memorial Library

The Local Skinny! Great Ways To Kick Off February at Perry Memorial Library

The recent snow and ice “events” have put the brakes on some of the programs for kids and families at Perry Memorial Library, but Youth Services Librarian Melody Peters is ready with a flurry of activities, when the weather is a bit more cooperative. Tuesday’s afternoon and evening activities were cancelled because the library will...
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WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 02-03-26 Noon

Listen On Air at 8am, 12pm, 5pm M-F WIZS Radio ~ 100.1FM/1450AM Click Play! WIZS Radio · WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 02-03-26 Noon...

Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Calm in the Storm

  Homeowners are itching to get into their yards and gardens to clean up and clean out after the last couple of weekends’ snow and ice. You may see broken or bent limbs, or other signs of damage. Or worse. Vance County Cooperative Extension Horticulture Agent Michael Ellington cautions gardeners and others to pump the...
Oxford Police Dept

Oxford Police Arrest Juvenile In Connection With Report Of Gun Fired Into An Occupied Vehicle

-Information from the Oxford Police Department On January 30, 2026, Oxford Police officers responded to the area of Granville Street and Spring Street after receiving a report of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers located and made contact with two individuals who reported that they had been shot at by an unknown juvenile male. The victims’ vehicle...
First Methodist Church

The Local Skinny! United Women In Faith Tag Sale Opened Tuesday, Feb. 3

The United Women in Faith Tag Sale for Missions opened its doors beginning Tuesday, Feb. 3 with a great selection of items available. Come to First United Methodist Church, 114 Church St., between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Shop between now and Feb. 26 and enjoy a 50 percent discount on...

Heritage: Where History Meets Opportunity – Henderson-Vance Chamber

As the incoming chairperson of the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Abidan Shah has decided on the theme “Heritage.” Given that 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of the country, that’s a pretty appropriate theme. Shah and H-V Chamber President Sandra Wilkerson said they are approaching the year with enthusiasm as the Chamber...
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WIZS Radio Henderson Local News 02-02-26 Noon

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

Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: House Plants

Wayne Rowland, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report: House plants can be grown easily in your home with the right care. Listen live at 100.1 FM / 1450 AM / or on the live stream at WIZS.com at 11:50 a.m. Mon, Tues & Thurs. Click Play! WIZS Radio · Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: House...
NC Coop Extension

NE Piedmont Grain Production Meeting Feb. 5 At Vance County Regional Farmers Market

The NE Piedmont Grain Production Meeting will be held Thursday, Feb. 5 at 5 p.m. at the Vance Regional Farmers Market, 210 Southpark Dr. in Henderson. Supper is included. Registration is required and can be completed at go.ncsu.edu/nepiedmont2026. Participants also will have the chance to earn a 2-hour N,O,D,X pesticide credit. For more information, contact Matthew...
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