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County hosts Memorial Day ceremony
EDITOR Brian Justice Monday’s annual Memorial Day service at Franklin Memorial Gardens reflected on a significant milestone in U.S. history that would not have been possible without military personnel making…

AEDC at 75: Growth at Center continues
AEDC CONTRIBUTOR Brad Hicks In celebration of the Arnold Engineering Development Complex’s 75 years of operation, Lakeway Publishers Inc. is presenting a deep dive into the history of the military…

Winchester pays tribute to fallen first responders
EDITOR Brian Justice For the past 30 years, Winchester has taken time to honor its public servants who have fallen in the line of duty. The 2026 chapter of that…

Memorial Day service to be held at Franklin Memorial Gardens
Everyone is urged to attend the annual Memorial Day service Monday to honor the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives in service to the country. The service will…

Franklin County arrest reports for May 11-17
(EDITOR’S NOTE: The following information on arrests made by state and local authorities is taken from Franklin County Jail intake reports.) Garry Lavonte Allen, 31, Dodson Avenue, Chattanooga, arrested on May…

FCHS graduates 238 seniors
The Franklin County High School Class of 2026 celebrated its commencement on May 14, highlighted by heartfelt addresses from valedictorian Ruby Webb and salutatorian Mollye Casey. Both speakers reflected on…

51 turn tassels at Huntland commencement
Huntland High School celebrated the Class of 2026’s graduation on May 15 in a commencement ceremony marked by inspiring and deeply personal messages from valedictorian Abby Drake and salutatorian Kinah…

National Day of Prayer, TN 250 unite
The National Day of Prayer took a unique twist on May 7 with the event being included as part of Franklin County’s celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Arrests
(EDITOR’S NOTE: The following information on arrests made by state and local authorities is taken from Franklin County Jail intake reports.)

AEDC at 75: Truman dedicates Center
In celebration of the Arnold Engineering Development Complex’s 75 years of operation, Lakeway Publishers Inc. is presenting a deep dive into the history of the military institution this year.

