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D A recent study shows that today’s teens are familiar with only a handful of U.S. presidents. They know Washington and Lincoln, of course, a Roosevelt or two and maybe Thomas Jefferson. Some of them think Alexander Hamilton and Benjamin…

E With National Fire Prevention Week recently being observed, Franklin County Fire Chief Chuck Stines is reminding residents to take another look at how important supporting local fire departments is to ensuring safety. “The stronger the community supports their fire…

S The South Middle School Trojans beat the East Panthers 42-38 at home Thursday for their second win of the season. The lead changed hands in every quarter with the Trojans pulling ahead for good in the final 30 seconds…

S The North Middle School Gators beat the Highland Rim Hornets 27-19 on the road Thursday for their first win of the season. The Gators scored a majority of their points in the fourth quarter as the offensive surge gave…

S The South Middle School Lady Trojans lost to the East Lady Panthers 28-23 at home Thursday for their third loss of the season. The teams were never separated by more than five points as the Lady Trojans kept the…

S The Huntland Middle School Lady Hornets lost to the Fayetteville Lady Tigers 31-21 at home Thursday for their second loss of the season. After a close first half, the Lady Tigers pulled away after halftime as the Lady Hornets…

ROBERT BRYANT  BRYANT, CMSgt. Robert G., passed away on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, at Ascension St. Thomas Hospital in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, at the age of 90. He was born in Whitley County, Kentucky, and grew up in Harlan, Kentucky. After…

Nov. 11 Grocery giveaway A grocery distribution will be held on Nov. 11 starting at 9 a.m. on a first-come, first-serve basis at Christ the King Anglican Church, located at 1231 Cumberland St., Decherd. Remain in vehicles. Nov. 19 Community…

Lynchburg Jamboree Everyone is invited to the Lynchburg Jamboree every Thursday from 5-8 p.m. on the Lynchburg Square. Food distribution The following locations are offering free food when available to all those in need: Abundant Life Church, 3310 Cowan Hwy.,…