June 20, 2026
News
Winchester to vote on budget’s first round
With a projected 31 percent increase in revenue over last year, the Winchester City Council is scheduled to vote on the first reading of the $14.5 million 2027 fiscal year budget on Tuesday.
Monroe, Bishop get school admin promotions
The Franklin County School _L District has announced that two seasoned educators have been promoted to administrative leadership roles.
Winchester designates truck route, lane changes
To alleviate a series of issues, Winchester is implementing a new truck route to direct tractor-trailers and large commercial vehicles away from the Square as much as possible.
Arrests
(EDITOR’S NOTE: The following information on arrests made by state and local authorities is taken from Franklin County Jail intake reports.)
Flandro celebrates 92nd trip around sun
Dr. Gary Flandro may not be a recognizable name to many, but one of the most ambitious and longest-lasting endeavors in the history of space exploration was made possible by his work.
Republicans celebrate Reagan Day
The Franklin County Republican Party held its traditional electionyear event, the Reagan Day Dinner at the Twin Creeks Honeysuckle Pavilion, on Saturday with those attending enjoying a meal, a silent auction and musical entertainment while hearing from gubernatorial candidates running in the state primary.
Thursday last day to vote early in May 5 primary
Just a reminder, today is the last day to cast early ballots in Franklin County’s May 5 primaiy election.
Democrats meet candidates
The Franklin County Democratic Party hosted a Meet the Candidates event at the Franklin County Annex Building on April 11, giving community members an opportunity to hear from local- and state-level candidates who are running for office in the upcoming election.
Arrests
(EDITOR’S NOTE: The following information on arrests made by state and local authorities is taken from Franklin County Jail intake reports.)