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The Local Skinny! Exciting Events For September at Perry Memorial Library
In the spirit of being a good community partner, Perry Memorial Library Youth Services Director Melody Peters said she’s going all in for Saturday’s Ducky Derby: She bought a Quack Pack (five ducks for $20) for the annual fundraiser that supports local Franklin Granville Vance Smart Start and its programs. The festivities surrounding the Derby...
Data Center Developer Files Plan With County Amid Talk Of Moratorium, UDO Revision
A data center developer has sent a letter to county leaders stating that it has “reluctantly” made a decision to file a plan for development of a site along U.S. Hwy. 158. The letter, dated Sept. 9, was sent via email to the Vance County Board of Commissioners and the Vance County Planning Board in...
Vance Commissioners Set Public Comment Period Sept. 14 To Consider Data Center Moratorium, Zoning Amendment Info
The Vance County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a legislative hearing for Monday, Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. to receive public comments about two topics surrounding data centers – including the possible adoption of a 60-day moratorium and the proposed zoning ordinance amendment that deals with data center development. The hearing is on the agenda...
The Local Skinny! Jail Repairs, Staffing Concerns Top Commissioners’ Public Safety Committee Discussion
At its Sept. 2 meeting, the Vance County Board of Commissioners Public Safety Committee got an update on repairs being made at the jail. Frankie Nobles reported on a long list of repairs, replacements and demolition that have been made thus far and said all the maintenance items that had been noted on jail inspections...
Home and Garden Show
On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext. The Vance County Regional Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 8am-1pm. The Vance-Warren Beekeepers Association will have their next meeting on Monday, September 14th starting at 7pm at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market Take your soil samples now to avoid the rush. Spray...
The Local Skinny! MPH Having Toy Drive Through Sept. 22
— submitted by Maria Parham Health A child’s hospital stay can be difficult and frightening, especially when that stay stretches from days into weeks or even months. Sometimes, something as simple as a new stuffed animal, a box of crayons or a sticker book can provide a welcome distraction and a little bit of comfort...
The Local Skinny! VCS Celebrates Academic Progress
Vance County Schools is celebrating academic progress following the release of the 2025–2026 accountability results, with the data showing student growth, improved School Performance Grades, and substantial school turnaround across the district. The 2026 results reflect positive momentum for Vance County Schools. Thirteen schools met or exceeded overall growth expectations, including Aycock Elementary, Carver Elementary...
Home and Garden Show
On the Home and Garden Show with Vance Co. Cooperative Ext. The Vance County Regional Farmers Market is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8am-1pm. Take your soil samples now to avoid the rush. When planting turnip seed by hand, add nitrogen fertilizer to your bucket of seed and 1tbsp of water and mix well...
The Local Skinny! Wrap Up Summer At Perry Memorial Library
It’s September, which means that schools are back in session, and parents and kids are getting back into a routine – and that includes programs and activities at Perry Memorial Library. Youth Services Director Melody Peters said there’s certainly something for everyone at the library, from familiar favorites like Mother Goose Story Time to a...
The Local Skinny! North Carolina Judicial Voter Guides
The N.C. State Board of Elections will be sending out postcards this fall to share information about an online judicial voter guide to educate voters about the state courts and the candidates running for seats on those courts. WIZS has interviewed candidates for Seat 1 on the N.C. Court of Appeals, the incumbent John S...
