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TownTalk: Salvation Army Prepares For Bell Ringing and Other Events
Area retailers are gearing up for the annual Christmas shopping season and the leaders of the local Salvation Army have numerous ways that area residents can join in while sharing hope with children in the community. One way is by volunteering to ring the bell by the iconic Red Kettle that is synonymous with the
TownTalk: Red Cross Offers Different Kind Of Aid To Veterans Returning To Civilian Life
In just a few days, communities all over the country will officially observe Veterans Day – American flags will flutter in the breeze along main streets, schools and federal institutions will be closed and, at least locally, military veterans will be treated to free meals as a way to thank them for their service. Tributes
TownTalk: KerrTar COG Loan Program Helps Small Business
The Kerr-Tar Region Council of Government’s “Open for Business” loan program continues to disperse money to small- and medium-sized businesses in its five-county area and Director Diane Cox said there’s still time to apply. The Kerr-Tar COG received $1.1 million as part of the federal government’s effort to help businesses weather the COVID-19 storm. To
TownTalk: Midterm Elections Are 370 Days Away
Midterm Elections are now just over a year away and the idea of conformity vs. non-conformity will possibly be what could define the election season. WIZS Radio · TownTalk: Midterm Elections Are 370 Days Away
TownTalk: Supt. Bennett Proud To Serve Vance County Schools
Dr. Cindy Bennett has been superintendent of Vance County Schools since July 1. In these past few months, she and her team have continued to navigate the rough waters of the COVID-19 pandemic. Recent tragedies affecting VCS students and families have offered challenges as well, and Bennett said her team is pitching in to provide
TownTalk: Vance Co. Students Remembered After Fatal Car Crash
Brother and Sister Killed in Car Wreck Friday Morning on the Way to Vance County High School The North Carolina State Highway Patrol said it was a head on collision which is still under investigation. Two juveniles were killed on the way to VCHS. The three occupants of the other vehicle, including a mother and
TownTalk: Michael LaChiana Investigates Things That Go Bump In The Night
Michael LaChiana knows that old homes can create strange noises – some can be attributed to creaky floors, faulty plumbing pipes or other quirky construction features. And he can tell the difference between a plumbing problemand the paranormal. LaChiana has been a licensed plumber for 36 years, but he’s been fascinated with ghosts and paranormal
TownTalk: Granville Tourism Heats Up With Fall Events
Anyone who lives in or near Granville County has plenty of opportunities to celebrate Halloween this year, and Tourism Director Angela Allen couldn’t be happier to run down the list of activities – from trick-or-treat events to art galleries and costume contests, folks can stay busy all weekend long. “What a difference a year makes,”
TownTalk: Pink With A Passion Helps Victims Of Breast Cancer
What started out as a simple act of neighbor helping neighbor has had a ripple effect to spread kindness – and donations of money and care boxes – to cancer patients. Pink With A Passion is the grassroots brainchild of Amena Wilson, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018. When she reached out to
TownTalk: Peripheral Artery Disease
People who suffer from peripheral artery disease can experience a range of symptoms, but a physician who specializes in treating patients with PAD said advances in care can shorten recovery time and improve quality of life. Mohammad Akhter, MD, is an interventional cardiologist and vascular specialist affiliated with Duke Hospital. He has been with Maria
