Open your hands, heart for giving this season
In Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” we are early introduced to Ebenezer Scrooge’s selfishness through his ... Read more
Opinion
Garden Club of Alabama District I holds fall meeting
The Garden Club of Alabama held its District I Fall Meeting at the Weatherford Center in Red Bay Oct. 16. The Red Bay Garden Club ... Read more
4 weeks ago by Staff Reports.
Be part of bridal Franklin Living
Every year our annual bridal issue of Franklin Living magazine is a popular edition, and believe it or not, we’re already planning the 2024 installment, ... Read more
4 weeks ago by Staff Reports.
Spruce Pine Day brings hat full of surprises
One of our local hallmarks of fall each year is Spruce Pine Day. With a car show, music, food and other vendors and pleasant weather, ... Read more
1 month ago by María Camp.
Book Lovers support breast cancer screening
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the GFWC Book Lovers Study Club promotes screening and prevention every year. Read more
1 month ago by Staff Reports.
Focus on fire safety as burn ban continues
Tuesday the Alabama Forestry Commission announced a re-issue of the statewide fire alert. In the 32 northern counties – which, of course, includes Franklin – ... Read more
1 month ago by Staff Reports.
Cultura Garden Club holds meeting at Overton Farm
Overton Farm was the setting for the October meeting of the Cultura Garden Club. Read more
1 month ago by Staff Reports.
Ensure safe Halloween fun, memories
The spookiest night of the year is upon us, about two weeks away depending on when you’re reading. It’s pretty easy to get in the ... Read more
1 month ago by Staff Reports.
Community spirit evident at Spirit of Hodges festival
There’s always something special about a festival in Franklin County. This year’s Spirit of Hodges festival took place on Saturday, and I look forward to ... Read more
2 months ago by María Camp.
DKG Alpha Upsilon chapter celebrates Oktoberfest
The Alpha Upsilon Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma International continues its virtual travels to DKG International sisters’ clubs and country during the 2023-2024 club year. Read more
2 months ago by Staff Reports.
Audacious autumnal arachnid announces arrival
One day last week, I was minding my own business, enjoying a pleasant October evening outdoors when, in my peripheral vision, I suddenly became aware ... Read more
2 months ago by María Camp.
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Columnists
Overton Farm looks to future as an educational facility
Delta Kappa Gamma Alpha Upsilon’s November meeting focused on the future of Overton Farm as an educational facility. Sharon Hindman Hester, former Franklin County District ... Read more
Our Columnists
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Great Pretenders sees another successful year
Dear Editor, On behalf of the Franklin County Arts and Humanities Council, Inc. I want to thank all the performers, sponsors, and supporters of the ... Read more
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
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
Letter to the Editor: Farmers Federation Women’s Committee thanks sock drive supporters
Dear editor, The Franklin County Farmers Federation Women’s Committee would like to thank everyone who donated to the Cottons for Christmas Sock Drive. We collected ... Read more
Letter to the Editor: Vote ‘yes’ on Amendment 2
Dear editor, Franklin County voters must vote “Yes” on Amendment 2 Nov. 8. If for no other candidate or amendment, get out and vote so ... Read more
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