Editorials
Alabama’s historic grocery tax cut shows we must work for what others say can’t be done
By Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth Guest Columnist Alabamians may have felt their wallets bulge a bit last month when the Alabama Legislature approved our bill ... Read more
9 months ago by Staff Reports.
Letter to the Editor: Save Our Strays thanks supporters
Dear Editor, Save Our Strays of Franklin Co., Ala., a non-profit 501(c)(3), recently held two separate fundraisers. First, we would like to thank the ... Read more
10 months ago by Staff Reports.
Selling seashells, picking pecks of pickled peppers
Some of you have already embraced summer by going on vacation, planning a vacation or maybe you’re on a vacation or stay-cation right now. Perhaps ... Read more
11 months ago by María Camp.
Summer brings Franklin County fun
Whether you’re missing spring, celebrating summer, or a little bit of both, Franklin County has plenty of fun to offer close to home this summer. ... Read more
11 months ago by Staff Reports.
Washington should block data collection rule to preserve small-business lending
By Brad Bolton Guest Columnist At a time of growing threats to privacy and security in an increasingly plugged-in world, a new federal regulation threatens ... Read more
11 months ago by Staff Reports.
Belated ode to mothers, mother figures
PHOTO BY MARÍA CAMP This past Sunday was the day of a time-honored annual observance in our country, and we would be remiss if we ... Read more
12 months ago by Staff Reports.
Enjoy local performances
Are you among those who eagerly awaited the return of this year’s Roxy’s Salute to Broadway? Perhaps you enjoy performing or just watching those who ... Read more
12 months ago by María Camp.
Promote mental health awareness, services
Mental health matters often go without proper consideration, if they’re considered at all. Many struggling with such issues hesitate to seek help because of their ... Read more
12 months ago by Staff Reports.
Proposed bill puts local government transparency expectations under attack
For decades, public notices have been required by law to be published in local newspapers – but some members of the Alabama House of Representatives ... Read more
1 year ago by Staff Reports.
Best of Best contest gives readers voice
It’s back for another year: the Franklin County Times’ Best of the Best Reader’s Choice Poll. With this annual poll, our readers have a voice, ... Read more