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E Decherd has taken a major step toward correcting problems it’s had with its water and wastewater operations by approving a $1.742 million contract with a specialized company to take over management duties. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen recently…

S The Huntland Hornets lost to the Tullahoma Wildcats 48-30 on the road Friday in a 7-on-7 preseason scrimmage. The Wildcats scored in each of their eight drives for the day while a slow start from the Hornets put them…

G Merriam-Webster defines maintenance as “the act of maintaining: the state of being maintained”. We all know maintenance is necessary for anything to last if it is used. I have literally watched for decades and seen the Franklin County School…

S Local darts player Jason Brandon reached new heights in his playing career recently when he competed in the Professional Darts Corporation’s US Darts Masters in New York City. Brandon, a Cowan resident who got his start in darts in…

SHERRY NOBLITT  NOBLITT, Sherry Lynn Pitts, 68, of Lynchburg, died July 3, 2023. Survivors: children, John “Johnathan” (Crystal) Smith of Lynchburg, Jeremy (Corie) Smith of Estill Springs; seven grandchildren; brother, Joel Pitts; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Frank…

E Much to the delight of South Middle School parents, the Alternative School will remain at 1025 Dinah Shore Blvd. in the former Health Department building. The School Board was considering policy changes on Monday that were recommended by the…

Class on Genesis A verse-by-verse class on Genesis will be held at the home of Lanny Moseley with room for 10 adults on Saturdays. Time will be determined. If interested, call Moseley at 931-636-4685 for information. July 15 Food giveaway…

Preschool signup Applications for Franklin County preschool are accepted at the Franklin County Board of Education, 215 College St., Winchester, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children must reach age 4 by Aug. 15. For information call…