Happenings in Jan. 26, 2023, edition

Smoked meat sale

Franklin County High School Softball is selling smoked meats for Super Bowl Sunday. Meats include 8-10-pound Boston butts for $50, a rack of baby back ribs for $28 or butt-naked smoked wings for $20. Money is due at the time of the order and orders must be turned in by Feb. 7. Pickup date is Feb. 12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Franklin County Farmers Market Pavilion. All proceeds go to FCHS Softball. Please contact any softball player to order. Meat will be smoked by Jim and Tina Sanders with Fully Involved N’ Smokin’ BBQ.

Free flu vaccinations

The Tennessee Department of Health is encouraging all Tennesseans over the age of six months to receive this year’s flu vaccine which will be given free at Franklin County Health Department, 266 Joyce Lane, Winchester, as well as other health departments in the state. No appointment is required. For information, call 931-967-3826.

Help with addiction

If you have a loved one struggling with drug or alcohol use, Narconon can help you take steps to overcome addiction in your family. Call today for free screenings or referrals. 1-800-431-1754. To learn more, visit www.narcononnewliferetreat.org/blog/the-dangerous-waiting-game.html.

NA meetings

Narcotics Anonymous meetings are held Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. at Decherd United Methodist Church, 300 E. Main St., Decherd. Call 866-801-6621.

AlAnon meetings

AlAnon meetings for family members or friends struggling with problem drinkers are held on Thursdays at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 100 S. Jefferson St., Winchester. In Tullahoma, meetings are held at Serenity House, 313 Collins Ave., Tullahoma, on Mondays at 7 p.m. For information, call 931-327-2165.

AA meetings

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held Mondays and Thursdays at 7 p.m. at 100 S. Jefferson St., Winchester. For information, call 866-641-9190.

Full Moon Healing Project

Anyone who has experienced any type of abuse such as domestic violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking or who is struggling with mental health issues or substance abuse may attend the Full Moon Healing Project group meetings held each Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Campora Family Resource Center, 900 S. Shepherd St., Winchester. For information, call 931-636-1852, email thefullmoonhealing@gmail.com or visit the group’s Facebook page.

Jan. 26

F.C. Federated Republican Women

The Franklin County Federated Republican Women will meet today at the Oasis Steakhouse in Winchester. Lunch begins at 11 a.m. followed by the meeting.

Chili supper

The Franklin County Republican Party will hold its annual chili supper tonight at 6 p.m. at the Red Roof Pavilion in Winchester City Park. The public is welcome to come and support the local Republican Party.

Jan. 27

Safety checkpoint

The Tennessee Highway Patrol will conduct a roadside-safety checkpoint on Friday at 9 a.m. at UT Farm Road and Spring Creek Road in Estill Springs.

Jan. 31

Middle TN Grain Conference

The Middle Tennessee Grain Conference will be held Tuesday at the UT Space Institute, 411 B.H. Goethert Pkwy., Tullahoma. Register from 7:30-8:30 a.m. or pre-register at the UT-TSU Extension Office in Winchester. Cost is $20 and includes the program, refreshments, lunch, a trade show and a conference cap. Pesticide recertification will be offered beginning at 1:30 p.m. at a cost of $25. Master row crop credits will be available.

FCHS Class of 1961

Classmates, spouses and friends of the FCHS Class of 1961 are invited to attend the class’s fifth Tuesday dinner on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Merle’s Restaurant, 632 David Crockett Hwy., Winchester.

Feb. 3

Hog Day

Everyone is welcome to join in for the 15th annual Hog Day giveaway on Feb. 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Davis, Kessler and Davis Attorney at Law office in Winchester. Enjoy free food and entertainment. Two hogs will be given away to the person who guesses the weight of the combined hogs.

Feb. 4

STLS Wine and Spirit Tasting

The Southern Tennessee Ladies’ Society invites everyone to its 12th annual Wine and Spirit Tasting plus silent auction on Feb. 4 from 6-8 p.m. at the Franklin County Country Club. Sample wines and liquors accompanied by hors d’oeuvres at this self-directed sampling event. Tickets are $50 each in advance or two for $90. They are two for $100 at the door. For tickets, call Gayle at 931-212-0809 or Tina at 931-967-4813. All money raised supports STLS scholarships in Franklin, Coffee, Grundy, Lincoln and Moore counties.

Feb. 6

Tennessee Songwriters

Tennessee Tourism, the Bluebird Café and the NSAI invite area songwriters to share their original work on stage with other writers on Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. at the Oldham Theatre in Winchester. Sound equipment will be provided, but if you play a musical instrument, you must provide it. The winner of this qualifying round will advance to the next round with the finals being held at the Bluebird Café in Nashville. Judges are music-industry professionals. All entries must be emailed to info@winchesterdowntown.com.

Feb. 7

SCHRA

The South Central Human Resource Agency Budget Audit Appropriations, Property Personnel and By-Laws Nominating Committees meets on Feb. 7 at 10 a.m. at 1437 Winchester Hwy., Fayetteville, followed by the SCHRA Governing Board at 11 a.m.

Feb. 11

Chocolate Walk

Everyone is invited to Downtown Winchester’s Chocolate Walk on Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Winchester Square featuring live music, artists, vendors, retail sales and free chocolates with the purchase of a ticket for $15 each. The ticket will include a custom tote. Get tickets at eventbrite.com/e/493818633827

Feb. 14 & 16

Beginner Beekeeping School

Beginner Beekeeping School will be held Feb. 14 and Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. at the Franklin County Extension Office, located at 330 Joyce Lane, Winchester. Cost is $20. Register by Jan. 30 by calling John Ferrell at 931-967-2741.

March 25

Father Daughter Dance

The United Way of Franklin County Father Daughter Dance will be held March 25 from 6-8:30 p.m. at Monterey Station in Cowan. Photos begin at 4 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person on sale beginning Feb. 1 at Citizens Community Bank in Winchester. Only 400 tickets will be sold.

April 21-23

Trails & Trilliums

Trails and Trilliums will be held April 21-23 at the Beersheba Springs Conference Center. Register for hikes and other nature events starting in mid-February. Learn more at trailsandtrilliums.org or email event chair Margaret Matens at margaretmatens@gmail.com.    

Send community events to Lstacy@heraldchronicle.com by 2 p.m. each Monday.

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