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    Schools keep mask usage requirements for time being
    August 14, 2026
    The ongoing mandatory use of face masks within local public schools won’t immediately change, but Superintendent of Education Chris Kent said he hopes to be able to address...
    Bank of Franklin issues Fraud Alert
    July 22, 2025
    The Bank of Franklin this afternoon released and sent out the following Fraud Alert:Bank of FranklinIMPORTANT NOTICE Fraud Alert:Protect Your...

    Wells Retirement
    July 22, 2025
    Submitted | Franklin AdvocateDuring a reception on Monday, June 30, the Franklin County School District honored Dr. Selma Wells on her 40 years of...

    Text message scam making way through area
    July 22, 2025
    By Paul KeaneFranklin AdvocateSheriff Tom Tindle is warning residents again about a text message scam making its way through Franklin County.Last week, residents began...
    Sheriff's Report 07-24-25
    July 22, 2025
    The following is a list of calls and incidents covered by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department for the week of July 14-20:Reckless Driving: 1 incident.Assault: 1...
    Walk-in immunization clinic Thursday
    July 22, 2025
    With the school year rapidly approaching, the Franklin County Health Department will host a special Walk-In Clinic for school immunizations on Thursday, July 24.Parents can...
    Hyde-Smith votes 'Yes' on $9B recission package
    July 22, 2025
    WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), who serves on the Senate Appropriations Committee, last week voted for Senate passage of a budget rescissions...
    Full Bloom
    July 22, 2025
    Photo courtesy of Jennifer Griffin-McCulloughThis "Nekkid" or Naked Ladies were seen blooming in Franklin County recently. Despite hot...

    Sen. Barrett travels to White House to discuss issues
    July 22, 2025
    WASHINGTON, D.C. — State Senator Jason Barrett (District 39), recently traveled to the White House to participate in the Mississippi...

    Submitted | Franklin Advocate
Members of Team Barnabas won first place for the fourth time in six 
years during the July 4 Watermelon Classic were (front row) Joya 
Phillips and Brooke-Ellen Wallace; (second row) Jonah Barnhard, Will 
Porter, Gauge Montgomery and Cody Wallace; and (third row) Carl Bryant, 
Nathan Draut, Vince Woodcock, Duanne Poole, Harold Poole and Christy 
Barber. Not pictured are team members Chase Spring, Donovan Hurst, Anne 
Marie Obilade, Sewindia Scott, Gary Heim and Allan Carter. Team Barnabas wins Watermelon Classic
    July 15, 2025
    Team Barnabas won first place overall for the fourth time in six years during the July 4 Watermelon Classic.The event is the largest 5K event in...

    Sheriff's Report 07-17-25
    July 15, 2025
    The following is a listing of calls, incidents and reports handled by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department for the week of June 7-13:Welfare Concern/Check: 1...
    FCSD to operate with $16M budget
    July 15, 2025
    With the new fiscal year having started on July 1, the Franklin County School District is projected to work with a budget that is slightly less than the previous fiscal...
    Meadville taking bids on water system improvements project
    July 15, 2025
    The Town of Meadville is accepting bids for Contract No. 2 in its Water System Improvements project.Bids will be received, opened and read aloud starting at 10 a.m....
    Tickets still availavbe for Jeffus raffles
    July 15, 2025
    A pair of raffles are being conducted to help a local youth with medical expenses.A special raffle for a guitar signed by Clay Walker is taking place to benefit Aiden...
    Walk-in immunization clinic July 24
    July 15, 2025
    With the school year rapidly approaching, the Franklin County Health Department will host a special Walk-In Clinic for school immunizations on Thursday, July 24.Parents can...
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