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Cooperative Extension With Paul McKenzie: What Works in the Garden

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Tim Twisdale Named New Henderson Fire Chief

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The City of Henderson has selected Battalion Chief Tim Twisdale as chief of the Henderson Fire Department.

Twisdale has worked for more than 20 years with the department, and “is a very valuable asset for our city,” according to an announcement posted on social media Wednesday.

Interim Fire Chief Curtis Tyndall retired effective July 1, and City Manager Terrell Blackmon hinted last week that an announcement of a new chief was imminent.

Tyndall was deputy fire chief and stepped in as interim chief following the death of Chief Steve Cordell, who died in January.

The post on social media went on to say that “although we will miss both of them dearly, we must move forward for our community and our department. Change is inevitable, but great things can come from change.”

TownTalk: McGregor Hall To Host Book Signing For Local Author

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Chanel N. Scott created CheMinistry in 2015, and now Scott is on a national tour to promote her new book “Relationship Matters.” She’ll be at McGregor Hall this weekend as part of that tour.

Scott has local roots, and she’ll be back in the area on Saturday beginning at 3 p.m. for a book signing.

“CheMinistry” is now a show on FOX Soul, during which a panel of celebrities and influencers share their experiences – and expertise – on a variety of topics that center around romantic relationships in the 21st century.

She’s gained the moniker “Queen of Relationship Talk” as a result of her conversations and candid dialogue geared toward sustaining intimate relationships between a man and a woman, according to information on her website.

 

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TownTalk: Interim County Manager Sees Potential

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Interim Vance County Manager Scott Elliott said he fell in love with North Carolina during an internship at the Forsyth County Planning Department during the summer when he was in college at the University of Wisconsin.

In the decades since that internship, Elliott has worked in various counties across the state. He retired after more than 20 years in Pitt County, coming off 15 years in Robeson, Alamance and Guilford.

If you’re counting, that’s only five of the state’s 100 counties, but Elliott said it didn’t seem to faze local leaders that their prospective interim manager had only seen Vance County from inside a vehicle traveling along I-85.

“I knew very little to nothing about Vance County,” Elliott said in an interview recorded for Wednesday’s TownTalk. “I think the board actually liked that,” because it meant that he could deal with situations in an objective way – “no preconceived notions,” he added.

Case in point: the county’s fire services. Elliott said commissioners did take the staff recommendation for a fire services study to take place. Requests for proposals went out last week as a first step toward resolution, and Elliott said a selection could be made this month.

The search process for a county manager is underway, and Elliott said there could be an announcement sometime in the fall.

He’s only been in place for about a month, but Elliott’s early evaluation is positive.

“There are a lot of good things here in Vance County,” Elliott said.  The I-85 corridor and the industrial park are just two bright spots that show potential, he said, adding that there were some job announcements “brewing” that could come to fruition soon.

Bringing consensus to the board room is always a goal, and Elliott said it’s always good when commissioners listen and approve staff recommendations. When dealing with any group – elected officials or otherwise – there’s bound to be numerous opinions and perspectives.

“There will always be disagreement,” Elliott said, “but it can be a productive disagreement.”

 

 

Home And Garden Show

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On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext.

  • Keep your garden journal updated daily
  • Tomatoes and peppers may drop blossoms during hot weather, but fruit set should resume after temps fall again.
  • Pull out suckers on your tomatoes
  • Tall fescue can go dormant during summer months, needing little water.
  • Provide irrigation for your garden vegetables needs at least 1 inch of water per week.
  • Many vegetable crops can be planted in July to extend your harvest into late summer and fall.
  • Always read the label each time you use a pesticide
  • Check label for temperature guidance when using herbicides.
  • Start making plans for a fall garden. Ex seed, design of the fall garden
  • If planning a tall fescue lawn renovation, time to get busy.
  • When you hear thunder it is time to leave the garden.

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The Local Skinny! Pop The Hood: Tuneups

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For our sponsor, Advance Auto Parts, as part of a paid radio sponsorship on WIZS.

Vehicles don’t usually break down in convenient locations, like the driveway. Vehicle owners can help to make sure their cars and trucks stay in good working order with regular tuneups, whether performed at home or by your favorite mechanic.

Advance Auto Parts maintains a wide inventory of replacement parts, from spark plugs to air filters and the cabin air filters, to keep drivers driving and cars moving.

Michael Puckett, manager of the Advance Auto on Raleigh, said it could be time for a tuneup if the engine is “missing” on one cylinder, or if the ride is a little rough.

Today’s spark plugs can last longer, but they also are more expensive, Puckett said on Thursday’s Pop the Hood segment.

The staff at Advance Auto can help customers choose the correct plug for their vehicle. “We can verify by putting in the VIN,” he said, or even use the vehicle’s license plate to verify the make and model. Different vehicle manufacturers use different brands of spark plug, so it’s important to install the proper plug.

Proper maintenance can prolong the life of a spark plug, and Puckett said he’s seen plugs last for 150,000 to 200,000 miles. Most manufacturers recommend changing the plugs at 100,000 miles, but he said to refer to your vehicle manual for your car’s specs.

And those cabin air filters that seem to magically disappear under and behind the dashboard, help keep debris and more out of the vehicle’s cabin. A clogged cabin air filter can reduce the efficiency of the air conditioning; with the upcoming summertime heat, that wouldn’t be good.

“If you keep your vehicle up,” Puckett said, “a lot of times, you’ll be running clear and free.”

Check out all the products and services that Advance Auto Parts offers, in-store and online.

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The information contained in this post and the broadcast audio attached is not advice from Advance Auto Parts or WIZS.  Safety First!  Always seek proper help.  This is presented for its informational value on and is part of a paid advertising sponsorship. 

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TownTalk: Combine Fun and Safety For July 4th Festivities

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However you decide to enjoy the upcoming July 4 holiday, law enforcement officials and others cannot stress enough the importance of remembering basic safety rules to keep the next few days a positive experience that produces good memories.

The long holiday weekend surely will be filled with cookouts, water activities and fireworks, just to name a few. But any activity can take a turn when safety rules aren’t observed.

Here’s a compilation of do’s and don’ts from Vance Sheriff Curtis, Mark Ezzell, director of the Governor’s Highway Safety Program, and others to make sure everyone enjoys the holiday.

  • Know what fireworks are acceptable for personal use where you live.
  • Don’t let children light fireworks – let them enjoy from a safe distance.
  • Never try to re-light a “dud.” Discard it and use another.
  • Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose at the ready when setting off fireworks.
  • Swim where there’s a lifeguard on duty.
  • If you’re at the pool, walk, don’t run on the pool deck.
  • No diving into pools except in authorized diving areas.
  • NEVER leave a child unattended near water, whether it’s a pool, pond, lake or ocean.
  • If you hear thunder, even in the distance, get out of the water.
  • Heed flags posted at the beach that indicate safety regarding swimming and rip currents.
  • Whether the vehicle is on the highway or in the water, drivers should NOT drink and get behind the wheel. Operation Firecracker Booze It and Lose It is in full swing through July 9, and Operation Dry Water runs from July 1-3.

 

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