Franklin County
FCT welcomes new advertising manager
“Fred Ellison is the new advertising manager for the Franklin County Times,” announced Scott M. Brown, director of operations for the FCT and parent company ... Read more
8 months ago by Staff Reports.
Roger Bedford, Jr.
Roger Bedford, Jr. October 11, 2023 Roger H. Bedford, Jr., 67, passed away Oct. 11, 2023, in Tuscaloosa, following a recent illness. Born July 2, ... Read more
9 months ago by Staff Reports.
Franklin County Cattlemen donate beef to local schools
Franklin County Cattlemen Barry Moore, Michael Pounders, Caleb Beason and Jack Hargett deliver the Franklin County Cattlemen’s donation of 100 pounds of beef to each ... Read more
9 months ago by María Camp.
Pumpkin Palooza returns Saturday
The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its third annual Pumpkin Palooza this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at City Lake Park ... Read more
9 months ago by Staff Reports.
Third generation stonecutter takes pride in continuing legacy
For Russellville native Lee Todd, being a third-generation stonecutter means not only getting to do work he loves but also following in the footsteps of ... Read more
9 months ago by María Camp.
Meet current group of Franklin County Junior Leaders
Each June, a new class of Franklin County Junior Leaders begins its 10 months of community service. This year’s class consists of 54 students, representing ... Read more
9 months ago by Staff Reports.
State issues fire alert
The Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a statewide Fire Alert effective immediately. While under a Fire Alert, permits for outdoor burning will be restricted. Anyone ... Read more
9 months ago by Staff Reports.
NWSCC sees fall enrollment continue to rise
This fall Northwest Shoals Community College has enrolled approximately 4,200 students, an increase of more than four percent from the final fall 2022 figures – ... Read more
10 months ago by Staff Reports.
Political announcement: Doug Aaron announces run for county commission seat
My name is Doug Aaron. I would like to introduce myself as a candidate for Franklin County Commissioner, District Two. I am a long-time resident ... Read more
10 months ago by Staff Reports.
TVA plans to invest $15 billion over next three years
The Tennessee Valley Authority Board of Directors recently approved $15 billion in investments over the next three years to build additional generators and upgrade the ... Read more
