Free food distribution sites

The following locations offer free food to all those in need: Abundant Life Church, 3310 Cowan Hwy., Winchester, on the second Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m.; First Baptist Church, 218 N. Main St., Estill Springs, on the second Saturday of each month from 9-10 a.m.; First Baptist Church, 108 S. High St., Winchester, on the first Saturday of each month in February, May, August and November; Campora Resource Center, 900 S. Shepherd St., Winchester, every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m.; Huntland United Methodist Church, 108 Methodist Ave., Huntland, on the third Saturday of the month at 2 p.m.; Good Samaritan Ministries, 1725 Decherd Blvd., Decherd, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; The Table, 106 Roger St., Cowan, every Saturday from 3-7 p.m.; Journey Church, 916 Dinah Shore Blvd., Winchester, every third Thursday.

Free income-tax assistance

Income-tax assistance is available free for those who made $60,000 or less and are 60 and older. Make an appointment at betterfi.co/vita at the Franklin County Senior Citizens Center, located at 74 Clover Dr., Winchester on Feb. 9 and Feb. 16, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call the Senior Center at 931-967-9853. Income-tax assistance is also available at the Franklin County Library, located at 105 S. Porter St., Winchester, on Feb. 11 and Feb. 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Feb. 16 from 2-5 p.m. Call the library at 931-967-3706.

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. NA, 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.

Blood Assurance blood drive

Blood Assurance and News 2 will hold a blood drive today from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Blood Assurance Donation Center, 604 N. Jackson St., Tullahoma. All individuals who donate will receive a Blood Assurance/News 2 commemorative T-shirt. Visit bloodassurance.org/2savealife to schedule an appointment. Donors may also call 800-962-0628 or text BAGIVE to 999777. Walk-ins will be accepted.

SCHRA

Head Start/Early Head Start

South Central Human Resource Agency Head Start/Early Head Start Policy Council meets today at 10:30 a.m. at the SCHRA office in Fayetteville.

FCFRW

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

Feb. 18

United Daughters of the Confederacy

 The Kirby-Smith Chapter 327 of the United Daughters of the Confederacy will meet Saturday at 11:15 a.m. at the Oak Restaurant in Manchester.

Feb. 18-20

Tims Ford/Elk River weekend cleanup

All individuals, organizations, clubs, teams, HOA’s, TN Promise students, TN Achieves students and civic groups are urged to participate in the Tims Ford/Elk River Presidents’ Day weekend cleanup this Friday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. The weigh-in location is Rock Creek Boat Ramp in Estill Springs where there will be a supply of gloves and trash bags. Bring trash by truck, trailer or boat. For more information, contact Jake Davis at 615-613-2382, email sctnbassnation@gmail.com or visit timsfordcouncil.org.

Feb. 20

County-wide spelling bee

The Franklin County Democratic Party is hosting a spelling bee at the Sewanee Community Center on Monday from 6-8 p.m. for all students and adults. The event will feature a free, all-you-can-eat soup, sandwich and salad buffet. There will be three categories: lower elementary grades, upper elementary with middle school and an American-history bee for adults and ambitious students. The Center is located at 39 Ball Park Road in Sewanee. Signups starts at 5:45 p.m. Cash prizes include $50 for the top winners in the lower elementary and upper elementary or middle school. The winner of the American-history bee will get dinner for two at Fiesta Grill in Cowan. For information, email Helen Stapleton at hfstaple@yahoo.com.

Feb. 20, 22 & 23

Free hands-only CPR training

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System is offering free hands-only CPR classes on Monday from 6-7 p.m., Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. and Feb. 23 from 6-7 p.m. at 1397 South College St., Winchester. Contact Denise Hambrick at 931-967-8394 to reserve a spot.

March 2

Cowan RR Museum annual meeting

The Cowan Railroad Museum will hold its annual membership meeting on March 2 at 6 p.m. at the Cowan Center for the Arts, 300 Montgomery St., Cowan. Participation requires annual dues of $20 per person or $10 for students. No payment is required for lifetime members. The agenda includes an election for the board of directors, goals for the year and approval of a new operating budget. For information, leave a voicemail at 931-967-3078.

March 18

Food Truck Frenzy

Everyone is invited to Tims Ford State Park, 570 Tims Ford Dr., Winchester, on March 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to participate in judging food vendors to help decide which food trucks you most want to see at park events this year. Cost to judge the food is $10 per ticket. Enjoy live music and other product vendors as well as a full day of programs at the park’s Nature Center.

March 21

Spring Soiree

The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce will hold its 73^rd annual membership award banquet Spring Soiree on March 21 at 5 p.m. at Monterey Station, 104 Monterey St., in Cowan. Wine-tasting, hosted by Beans Creek Winery, and social hour starts at 5 p.m. followed by dinner, the program and awards at 6 p.m. Cost is $75 per person. Get tickets by calling 931-967-6788.   

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 at Citizens Community Bank in Winchester. Only 400 tickets will be sold.

April 8

Mountain Goat Trail Race

Registration is open for the Mountain Goat Trail Race set for April 8 featuring a 5-mile run, 2-mile walk and half-marathon. Register at mountaingoattrail.org/run/.

April 13

Business Expo & Marketplace

The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce will host its Business Expo and Marketplace on April 13. For information, call the Chamber at 931-967-6788.

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 now. Learn more at trailsandtrilliums.org or email event chair Margaret Matens at margaretmatens@gmail.com.

May 6

Model-train show

American Legion Post 44 will hold a model-train show on May 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 110 N. Vine St., Winchester. Admission is $5 for adults with children under 12 free when accompanied by a paying adult. Vendor tables are available for $15 each. For information, call 931-308-8914.    

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