WIZS Radio

07/02/2025

While DSS services may be temporarily modified or delayed, all other Vance County departments and services are operating normally. Essential services, including emergency response and public safety, remain fully functional and unaffected.

Vance County officials are actively responding to a recent cybersecurity incident that was isolated solely to the Vance County Department of Social Services. County leadership is working closely with state and federal partners, as well as cybersecurity professionals, to fully investigate the situati...

07/01/2025

The Wednesday dates are July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23 and July 30 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Vance County Middle School, located at 293 Warrenton Rd.

The Friday dates are July 11, July 18 and July 25 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Y, located at 380 Ruin Creek Rd.

The Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina is partnering with Vance County Schools and the Henderson Family YMCA to provide food to children during the summer. Two food distribution sites will be set up throughout the month of July - Wednesdays at Vance County Middle School and Fridays at the...

06/29/2025

Donated food items and monetary gifts make our work possible, but there's one other necessity that can’t be overstated. And that's volunteers. Maybe you don't have a lot of money or resources. Maybe you just have time. Let me tell you, giving your time makes a tremendous difference!

If you're able to help a lot - or if you're only able to help a little - please reach out and help us love Henderson!

06/28/2025

Come see Unashamed Gospel Singers this Sunday at 5pm at Union Chapel Church in Kittrell. All are invited!

06/25/2025

Danny Wilkerson said, "It’s all about the kids."

Helping local children. You know they love to help. You might want to join as well.

The Henderson Kiwanis Club celebrated its 100th anniversary a couple of years ago - that’s quite an accomplishment for any group, and this local civic club is staying active as it begins its second century of service to the community. Kiwanis Club President Danny Wilkerson said the local group has...

06/24/2025

LET'S GO!!

A 220 Fundraiser will take place on Monday, June 30 to support Vance County Magistrate Mike Massenburg and his family, who lost their home and its contents in a house fire. Take-out plates will be available from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 220 Seafood, 1812 N. Garnett St. Plates are $10 and you can

06/24/2025

❗️❗️❗️ Mr Harris has been located and safely returned home ❗️❗️❗️

The Vance County Sheriff's Office is searching for Matthew Allen Harris, 43 years old. Mr. Harris has been reported missing by a family member. Mr. Harris was last seen in the area of Highway 158 Business in Henderson on June 20th around 11:00am wearing blue jeans, hey dudes, and a black hat.

Anyone with information regarding the location of Mr. Harris is encouraged to contact the Vance County Sheriff's Office at 252-738-2200 or call 911

06/23/2025

Local business owner Jason Stewardson has transformed the high-visibility location into a modern-looking space that’s set up and ready to serve the public.

Storage Sense is open for business, and local community leaders were on hand recently for an official ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome it to the neighborhood. Actually, it’s just the first phase of possibly four phases that was the object of celebration on June 18, when Henderson-Vance Chamber o...

06/22/2025

Sheriff Brame said just now to WIZS, "Mr Hargrove was found earlier (this) morning by Virginia State Police about 5 miles from his residence."

❗️❗️❗️Mr. Hargrove has been safely located and reunited with his family ❗️❗️❗️

The Vance County Sheriff's Office is seeking the Public's assistance in locating Wade Hargrove. Mr. Hargrove is a 77 year old male who lives in the 3000 Block of Rock Spring Church Rd. in the Townsville Community.

Mr. Hargrove is a black male, 5'6" weighing around 140 lbs.
Mr. Hargrove was last seen yesterday around 11:00am wearing a brown shirt. khaki jacket, khaki colored jogging pants, a black ball cap and casual black shoes.

He suffers from cognitive impairment and may have gotten lost while walking from his residence.

Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of Mr. Hargrove please call 911 or the Vance County Sheriff's Office at 252-738-2200

************UPDATE **********UPDATE************UPDATE*********

Happy to report Mr. Hargrove has been located alive and well!!!!!!

06/19/2025

As part of the workshop, the group produced an action plan – concrete ways to address the problems.

In its very title, the Data-To-Action workshop that took place earlier this month clearly states the mission: We have a lot of data - now, what do we do about it? Over the course of a day and a half, close to 20 participants from a cross-section of the community shared stories, analyzed data and

06/18/2025

Bennett told WIZS News that certified teaching staff currently get a supplement of $2,500 – that amount hasn’t gone up since at least 1999 – that’s 25 years.

In its funding request to commissioners, the Vance County Board of Education had asked that the supplement be doubled, and that classified staff get a 10 percent salary supplement.

When the Vance County Board of Commissioners convenes next week to adopt the FY 2025-26 budget, teachers and classified staff in Vance County Schools will be among those listening closely to learn whether they will be getting a bigger supplement or - in the case of classified staff, a bump in pay. T...

06/18/2025

Tomorrow (Thursday) is the deadline!

⚠️ LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP FOR SUMMER CLASSES AT VGCC ⚠️

, new four-week classes launch at Vance-Granville on Tuesday, June 24—and whether you’re aiming to enhance your skills or earn a college credential, these fast-paced courses are perfect for busy schedules and ambitious goals. 💪📈💼

A degree or diploma can open doors and boost your career prospects, so why wait until fall? Start this summer and invest in your future with industry-relevant training and expert guidance!

The deadline to register and pay for summer classes is ✨this Thursday, June 19.✨ Browse classes and secure your spot today ➡️ vgcc.edu/schedules