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TownTalk: Vance County Schools Gets Federal Money To Focus On Teacher Recruitment, Retention
Vance County Schools is among close to a dozen school districts across the state to receive part of $24 million in federal grants over the next three years to focus on teacher recruitment and retention. VCS Superintendent Dr. Cindy Bennett said the district is among eight districts working with a Raleigh-based nonprofit called The Innovation
TownTalk: December Events In Granville County
There are plenty of upcoming activities in Granville County to make even those Scrooges or Grinches get in the holiday spirit. Granville Tourism Director Angela Allen joined WIZS’s own Bill Harris on Wednesday’s TownTalk to talk about upcoming Christmas parades, drive-thru events and more. The Granville Christmas Farm stows all its scary decorations in favor
TownTalk: Commissioners Debate Medical Co-Pay For Detainees
The Vance County Board of Commissioners is considering putting a health copay in place for individuals detained in the Vance County Detention Center. Finance Director Katherine Bigelow shared information with commissioners during their Monday, Nov. 20 work session. Board Chair Yolanda Feimster sent the matter to the Public Safety Committee for further discussion and to
TownTalk: Follow-Up On Report Of Elevated Lead Levels In Two County Locations
At a work session last week, one of the items that Vance County commissioners discussed was a notice from the state’s division of water quality about two instances of excessive lead levels in county drinking water. Although the source has not been determined to date, the county’s Special Projects Manager Frankie Nobles told the commissioners
TownTalk: Jimmy Sidberry Explains Insurance Options During Annual Enrollment Period
The adage “One size does not fit all” is especially true for insurance coverage, a point to which local insurance representative Jimmy Sidberry can attest. “This is my season,” Sidberry said on Tuesday’s TownTalk with guest host Steve Lewis, referring to the annual enrollment period open now through Dec. 7. The annual enrollment period is
TownTalk: Mental Health And Substance Use Forum Takes Place Next Week
The approaching holidays bring families together to celebrate and spend time together, but those family gatherings also can place undue pressure and stress on those who also may struggle with mental health and substance abuse issues. Melanie Griggs, a behavioral health clinical counselor at Granville Vance Public Health, said two upcoming listening sessions are designed
TownTalk: Around Old Granville’s Local Theater History
Way before McGregor Hall, the Cinema or even Raleigh Rd. Outdoor Theatre in Henderson, patrons of the arts could enjoy a live performance, a silent movie or even a vaudeville show in any number of theaters and performance halls that dotted the community. Most folks in Henderson remember the Embassy, located just a block off
TownTalk: The Salvation Army Is More Than Just Kettles And Bells
Whether you’re gearing up for the traditional Black Friday sales crush or someone who chooses to wait until December to think about shopping for holiday gifts, one thing’s for certain: When you hear that bell ringing and see that familiar red kettle, you know the Christmas season is near. For more than a century, the
TownTalk: Commissioners Hear Presentation From Vaya Health About “Diversion Center” Plans
The Vance County Board of Commissioners got an update on plans by Vaya Health to turn a vacant retail space into a 16-bed “diversion center” designed for individuals who are in a mental health crisis. There are still many hurdles to cross, Vaya officials said, but first steps include getting support – and ultimately money
TownTalk: Mark Hopper Reflects On McGregor Hall’s Impact On Youth, Local Economy
Mark Hopper, executive director at McGregor Hall, wears several hats – in addition to overseeing the venue and its operation, Hopper is equally at home in the orchestra pit, directing musicians during a performance and directing actors on stage during rehearsals. But he said one of the most rewarding things he gets to see is
