August 6, 2026
News
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.… Login to continue reading Login…
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… Login to continue reading Login…
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… Login to continue reading Login…
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… Login to continue reading Login…
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… Login to continue reading Login…
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.
DES bomb threat deemed non-credible
The School System is reassuring the public that, despite a May 7 bomb threat at Decherd Elementary School that turned out to be non-credible, all proper precautions were followed to ensure safety.
Former teacher indicted for sexual battery
A former Franklin County High School teacher remains in jail after being indicted by a grand jury on charges of sexual battery by an authority figure and solicitation of a minor, according to Circuit Court records.
King, Stines return to commission
After an absence away from the political scene, former County Commissioners Greg King and Chuck Stines will soon be back at their old jobs.
Jack Daniel’s Donates to Habitat for Humanity
Jack Daniel’s Donates to Habitat for Humanity