August 20, 2026
Franklin County
3:36 PM
Aug 20, 2026
90
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few clouds
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0.46 mm
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14 Km/h
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1014 hPa
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Opinion
Opinion: Being a wet blanket
Danny Tyree Wet blanket. Spoilsport. Fuddyduddy. Fraidy-cat. Party pooper. Slowpoke. Penny-pincher. Buzzkill. Bob from Accounting. At some point in your life, you’ve doubtless been on…
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News
Happenings in Aug. 20, 2026, edition
Tech Ready Tech Ready classes are being offered at the Townsend Cultural Center, 913 S. Shepherd St., Winchester, through October. The classes will teach practical technology skills for work, daily life, education and online safety. Classes are free to attend, but registration is required by calling 931-386-6044 or emailing TechReady@franklincotn.gov. Subjects include workforce development on…
Arts & Entertainment
HOTH named top festival
The 39th High on the Hog Barbecue Festival gets underway Saturday with a large feather in its cap.
Sports
Rebelettes top Moore County in road matchup
SPORTS WRITER Sam Cowan The Franklin County volleyball Rebelettes beat the Moore County Raiderettes in four sets on the road Wednesday for their first win…
Living
Happenings in Aug. 13, 2026, edition
Aug. 16 Heritage Festival Beauty Pageant The 2026 Fall Heritage Festival Beauty Pageant will be held on Aug. 16 at Monterey Station, 104 Monterey Street, in Cowan…