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TownTalk: ‘Hungry Heroes’ Event Coming To Henderson Nov. 5
When it comes to barbecue and the obligatory banana pudding that accompanies it, Amanda Riggan knows not to underestimate folks in Vance County and the surrounding area. And when that barbecue and puddin’ is prepared to raise money to support a worthy cause, Riggan knows she can count on locals to be supportive. Riggan is
TownTalk: Lakeland Cultural Arts Center Livens up Littleton
Littleton, situated on the Warren-Halifax county line, has long been known to those travel there to enjoy second homes or to vacation on nearby Lake Gaston. But Lakeland Cultural Arts Center, looking especially spiffy after a recent renovation, is looking to attract more people to visit, shop and enjoy this little corner of the world.
TownTalk: DMV Commissioner Goodwin Discusses REAL ID
The REAL ID looks like any other state-issued driver license, but that gold star emblem in the upper corner is what makes it different from a regular driver license. Beginning in May of next year, having a license in your wallet with a REAL ID enhancement could save you time at the airport or if
TownTalk: Hispanic Heritage Festival Postponed To Oct. 8
Add the second annual Hispanic Heritage Festival to the growing list of event postponements created by the threat of Hurricane Ian. But fear not, organizers have arranged for the festival to take place on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the area near the police department and library on Breckenridge Street.
TownTalk: Carolyn Thompson NC Court Of Appeals Candidate
-The following is part of WIZS’s continuing coverage of candidates on the Nov. 8 ballot. As a candidate for a seat on the NC Court of Appeals, Carolyn Thompson said it is her considerable experience as a trial attorney and as a district court judge that will serve her well if she is elected in
Oxford’s CultureFEST Postponed; New Date Set For May 2023
This Saturday’s CultureFEST in downtown Oxford has been rescheduled, thanks to the likelihood that the area will be dealing with the remnants of Hurricane Ian, now poised to hit Florida’s Gulf Coast tomorrow. Two of the event organizers – Oxford Mayor Jackie Sergent and Ajulo Othow – were on TownTalk Monday to spread the word
TownTalk: Tyler Fleming’s Junior Shadowing Project
Whether you know Tyler Fleming from school, swim meets, or First United Methodist Church, one thing’s for certain: The 17-year-old certainly is a wonderful ambassador for an age group that sometimes gets a bad rap. Tyler, a junior at Kerr-Vance Academy, is smack in the middle of a three-day program called “junior shadowing,” which pairs
TownTalk: Green Book Series Coming To Perry Memorial Library
— courtesy of Perry Memorial Library Click to Listen — TownTalk: Green Book Series Coming To Perry Memorial Library The Perry Memorial Library will host a Community series that includes authors, Calvin Ramsey, Candacy Taylor, and Gretchen Sorin. The series will focus on the Green Book. The Negro Motorist Green Book was a guidebook for African American
TownTalk: Community Partners Of Hope Helps Homeless Men
Delthine Watson’s got the math memorized: 365 times 365 equals 133,225. But when you apply that simple calculation to the plan for the Community Partners of Hope men’s emergency shelter, the result can have life-altering consequences. Watson, community network specialist for Community Partners of Hope, has complete faith that the community will help bring to
TownTalk: Infinite Possibilities Brings Awareness To Domestic Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and two upcoming events in the community are being organized as a way to boost visibility about the prevalence – and the local services that are available for those who may need help to get out of an abusive situation. Bratanya Simmons and Vanessa Henderson work with Infinite Possibilities,
