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Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall Arrives Aug 14–18
Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall Arrives Aug 14–18
Katy Abraham
Aug 71 min read


Decherd Wins $300K Parks-and-Rec Grant
Decherd Wins $300K Parks-and-Rec Grant
Katy Abraham
Aug 71 min read


Franklin County Heads to the Polls on August 7
Franklin County Heads to the Polls on August 7
Katy Abraham
Aug 71 min read


Meet the Candidates: Candidate Forum Held at Red Roof Pavilion
A candidate forum was held on July 17th at the Red Roof Pavilion, giving Franklin County residents an opportunity to meet with and ask...

Terri Carter
Aug 46 min read


Early Voting Opens Friday for August 8 Municipal Election
Early Voting Opens Friday for August 8 Municipal Election
Katy Abraham
Jul 181 min read


Decherd Fires City Administrator Rob Bennett
The Decherd Board of Mayor and Aldermen has voted to dismiss City Administrator Rob Bennett, citing concerns over professionalism and job performance.
Katy Abraham
Jul 151 min read


Free Destination Business BootCamp Coming to Tennessee This Fall
Small businesses across Tennessee will have a unique opportunity this fall to take part in the nationally acclaimed Destination Business...

Christian Carroll
Jul 81 min read


Franklin County Republicans Host Annual Ice Cream Social
The Franklin County GOP Republican Women hosted their annual ice cream social last Thursday evening at the Red Roof Pavilion in...

Terri Carter
Jul 13 min read


Growing Their Own: Franklin County Inmates Tend to Bountiful Garden
Inmates at the Franklin County Jail have been hard at work cultivating a thriving garden within the facility’s secure perimeter, yielding...

Terri Carter
Jun 273 min read


NO TAX INCREASE FOR FC RESIDENTS: County Commission Approves Budget
The Franklin County Commission approved the 2026 fiscal year budget last Monday, delivering welcome news to residents: the spending plan...

Terri Carter
Jun 262 min read


Coffee County Commissioner Accuses Mayor, Sheriff of Misconduct
Coffee County Commissioner Dennis Hodge has filed a petition alleging criminal behavior by County Mayor Judd Matheny and Sheriff Chad Partin.
Joe Abraham
Jun 241 min read


Decherd Reduces Staff to Balance Budget
The decision affects three full-time and two part-time city employees, saving the city nearly $225,000 annually...
Joe Abraham
Jun 241 min read


Decherd Eyes $100 Property Tax Hike as Budget Deadline Looms
Decherd, TN — Facing an $800,000 budget gap, Decherd officials approved the first reading of a 2026 fiscal plan that includes a proposed...
Will Davis
Jun 201 min read


USDA Seeks Rural Leaders for Key Agricultural Decision-Making Roles
Federal agency opens nominations for farm committee positions that influence local program implementation FRANKLIN COUNTY, Tennessee —...
Will Davis
Jun 192 min read


THE HONORABLE COURNTEY LYNCH ELECTED TO LEAD TENNESSEE DISTRICT ATTORNEYS
12th District Attorney General to join Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference Executive Committee BLEDSOE, FRANKLIN, GRUNDY,...
Will Davis
Jun 181 min read


Project to restrict Elk River Dam access at Arnold AFB begins soon
ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn. – To establish a safeguard in the area, an access control project is slated to soon begin at the Elk River...
Will Davis
Jun 174 min read


When Heroes Meet Their Heroes: Emotional Reunion Brings Tears to Tennessee Firehouse
BROADVIEW, Tennessee — The Broadview Volunteer Fire Department has seen its share of emergency calls, but last week's gathering wasn't...
Will Davis
Jun 131 min read


Winchester Delivers: $12.4M Budget Approved Without Touching Your Tax Bill
WINCHESTER, Tennessee — In a rare display of fiscal harmony, Winchester city leaders pulled off what many communities only dream about: a...
Will Davis
Jun 131 min read


Heroes in Blue: Tennessee Officers Risk Lives in Dramatic Building Collapse Rescue
COWAN, Tennessee — When a routine patrol turned into a race against time, two Cowan police officers proved courage isn't just part of the...
Will Davis
Jun 131 min read


Winston Brooks to Step Down as Executive Director of the Tullahoma Area Economic Development Corporation
TULLAHOMA, Tenn. – The Tullahoma Area Economic Development Corporation (TAEDC) announces that Executive Director Winston Brooks will be ...
Will Davis
Jun 92 min read
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