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The Local Skinny! Ruin Creek Cruise-In Brings Classic Cars and Community Together
For some folks “a car was made for one purpose, to get from one place to tha ‘nother.” For others, something happens along the way. You fall in love with the car, or the engine, or the story of getting from that one place to another or the people riding with you. And, when that...
The Local Skinny: Recycling On The Rise In Granville
In the 12 years since Teresa Baker has been recycling and sustainability coordinator for Granville County and Granville County Public Schools, she has seen a lot of things change. And most of it is because of her efforts to get the community onboard with recycling. “It’s improved tenfold,” Baker told Bill Harris on Thursday’s The...
The Local Skinny! Home And Garden Show With Wayne Rowland And Paul McKenzie
WIZS, Your Community Voice. Thank you for listening! The Local Skinny! each Wednesday on WIZS is the Vance County Cooperative Extension Service Home and Garden Show. WIZS Radio · The Local Skinny! Home And Garden Show With Wayne Rowland And Paul McKenzie ...
The Local Skinny! Jobs In Vance
The H-V Chamber of Commerce and WIZS, Your Community Voice, present Jobs in Vance for July 19th, 2021. The Chamber compiles the information, and it is presented here and on the radio. Contact the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce at 438-8414 or email christa@hendersonvance.org to be included. JOB OPENINGS IN VANCE COUNTY – Week of July...
The Local Skinny! McClary To Speak At Living Stones Church Of God Worship Center in Oxford
WIZS has been asked to announce the appearance of a special guest speaker at Living Stones Church of God Worship Center. First Lieutenant Patrick Cleburne McClary, III, USMC, Retired is a Vietnam War hero, and he will speak at Living Stones COG in conjunction with National Purple Heart Day. National Purple Heart Day is August...
CITY INVITES COMMUNITY INPUT ON ELMWOOD DISTRICT REDEVELOPMENT PLAN ON JULY 22nd
The recently reestablished Henderson Redevelopment Commission is holding its first public listening session on Thursday, July 22, 2021 in order to learn about community priorities and goals for redevelopment in this greater Orange Street area neighborhood. The session is open to all and participants can attend in-person or join by Zoom or phone. The listening...
The Local Skinny! Home and Garden Show
Thank you for listening to WIZS Radio. Your Community Voice!! Each Wednesday WIZS Radio features the Home and Garden Show during The Local Skinny! time slot from 11:30 a.m. until 11:55 a.m. Vance County Cooperative Extension agents Wayne Rowland and Paul McKenzie regularly announce the Home and Garden Show. WIZS Radio · The Local Skinny...
The Local Skinny! Jobs In Vance
The H-V Chamber of Commerce and WIZS, Your Community Voice, present Jobs in Vance for July 13th, 2021. The Chamber compiles the information, and it is presented here and on the radio. Contact the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce at 438-8414 or email christa@hendersonvance.org to be included. Medical Careers Readiness of North Carolina Jobs Available:...
Franklin County Horse Farm Tour Celebrates 25th Year
The 25th annual Franklin County Horse Farm Tour is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 6, 2021. This event has something for everyone interested in the local horse industry, whether you are looking for ideas to construct your own facility or you want to see what other types of equine operations are in the area. The tour...
The Local Skinny! Carolina Coops Ready To Crank Out Luxury Homes For Chickens In Creedmoor
Matt Duboise has taken the idea of raising chickens to a whole new level. Those boring ol’ coops made of wood and wire just don’t cut it in today’s backyards. Think custom-made, people-friendly structures that are predator-proof and beautiful. Don’t forget beautiful. Matt Duboise is fulfilling a dream with his Carolina Coops, just about ready...
