Information released by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department Franklin County Jail Summary – October 30, 2025 Total Inmates:  150 By Gender: Male:  119 Female:  31 By Inmate Type: Non-Sentenced (NS):  87 Male: 70 Female: 17 TDOC Suspended (11/29 or Less):  25 Male: 22 Female: 3 Sentenced (11/29 or Less):  33 Male: 16 Female: 17 TDOC (1 Year or More):  16 Male: 10 Female: 6 Parole Violator (PV):  3 Male: 3 Female: 0 Child Support:  6 Male: 4 Female: 2 New Intakes (10/29–10/

The Franklin County Public Library honored a piece of history last week as they hosted their annual Trail of Tears event.  Starting at 11:45 a.m. on Saturday, community residents were invited to the Old Cowan Road Park to participate in a ceremony, walk a small portion of the Trail of Tears route, indulge in a traditional Indigenous dish, and learn about the history of the Cherokee people from a local guest speaker.                The event began at the Old Cowan Road Park wh

August 25, 1974 - October 27, 2025 Michael Gavin McFerrin, 51, resident of Fayetteville, TN since 1990, passed away at Vanderbilt Harton Hospital in Tullahoma, TN on October 27. Gavin, as he is known, is survived by his parents, David Michael McFerrin of Fayetteville, and Alberta Groce, also of Fayetteville. His daughter Madisyn McFerrin (Jonas Smith) with granddaughter Elowyn Smith, of Greenbriar, TN, son Ethan McFerrin, and daughter Trinity McFerrin both of Fayetteville. Al

December 18, 1963 - October 25, 2025 Kimberly Faye Uselton of Manchester, Tennessee passed from this life on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Legacy Health and Rehab Center in Manchester, Tennessee. A native of Chicago, Illinois she is the daughter of the late Billy Dean and Sylvia Dean Wilson. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by two brothers, Phillip Dean and Billy Dean Jr. Per her wishes she will be cremated, and no services are being planned at this time. Kim

January 10, 1946  -  October 25, 2025 Lars Daniel Robinette (94) of Cowan, TN, was born in Mayking, KY, of the late Melvin L. Robinette and Edith Roberts Robinette and passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, at Life Care Center in Tullahoma where he had been in residence for a short time. He was preceded in death by daughters Neva Lynn Robinette and Lisa Gay Robinette White in CA; brother Bill Robinette (Dorothy) Columbus, IN; and sisters Lovely Gay Wheeler (Barry) Flora,

January 10, 1946  -  October 25, 2025 Patricia Ann Hickman went to be with God early in the morning on October 25, 2025, after a yearlong struggle with heart disease. Patty was dearly loved by her husband of nearly 58 years, William Hickman of Winchester, TN, and their three daughters: Julie Stajduhar- Winchester, TN, Lori Kelly- Johnston, IA, Shelly Austin- New Smyrna Beach, FL. Patty cherished her girls who blessed the Hickman’s with 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.

Information released by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department Franklin County Jail Summary – October 29, 2025 Total Inmates:  152 By Gender: Male:  122 Female:  30 By Inmate Type: Non-Sentenced (NS):  85 Male: 68 Female: 17 TDOC Suspended (11/29 or Less):  25 Male: 22 Female: 3 Sentenced (11/29 or Less):  36 Male: 19 Female: 17 TDOC (1 Year or More):  16 Male: 10 Female: 6 Parole Violator (PV):  3 Male: 3 Female: 0 Weekender (WE):  1 Male: 1 Female: 0 Child Support:  6 Mal

Franklin County Committee Reviews Ambulance Delays, Seeks Solutions to Improve Emergency Response Times

Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas Officially Welcomed to Winchester

November 14, 1962  -  October 23, 2025 Gregory “Greg” Leonard Woodis, age 62 of Winchester, passed away on October 23, 2025, at High Point Health in Winchester, Tennessee. Born on November 14, 1962, in Cherokee, Alabama, Greg grew up with a deep appreciation for family, hard work and working with his hands. While Greg worked as an electrician and business owner, his greatest pride and joy came from raising his son, Beau, and later nurturing his stepchildren. He was an avid Ba

September 17, 1937  -  October 23, 2025 Charles N. Holcomb, age 88 of Winchester, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Hospice of Chattanooga. He was born in Resaca, Georgia on September 17, 1937, to the late Floyd Henry and Winnie Ela (Blankenship) Holcomb. Charles first retired as a pipe-fitter welder and retired for a second time as home builder. A man of God, Charles enjoyed singing gospel music, as well as bluegrass music. His most precious moments were spent wi

June 9, 1926  -  October 25, 2025 Harold Gene Black Sr., age 99 of Winchester, passed away on October 25, 2025, at his residence. Harold was born in Sherwood, on June 9, 1926, to the late John Franklin Black and Denny Mae Temples. He worked many years and later retired from the railroad. In his spare time, Harold enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and then more fishing! He always enjoyed his time spent on the creek bank and riverbank. Harold will always be remembered for his

The Franklin County Democratic Party joined communities across the nation earlier this month in continuing the momentum of the ongoing “No Kings” protest movement. From 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the group hosted a local rally in the parking lot across from the Franklin County Board of Education Building, drawing more than 100 residents from Franklin County and neighboring areas. Attendees gathered to express concerns over executive policies and the direction of the current adm

Information released by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department Franklin County Jail Summary – October 28, 2025 Total Inmates:  152 By Gender: Male:  122 Female:  30 By Inmate Type: Non-Sentenced (NS):  80 Male: 65 Female: 15 TDOC Suspended (11/29 or Less):  26 Male: 23 Female: 3 Sentenced (11/29 or Less):  36 Male: 18 Female: 18 TDOC (1 Year or More):  18 Male: 11 Female: 7 Parole Violator (PV):  3 Male: 3 Female: 0 Weekender (WE):  1 Male: 1 Female: 0 Child Support:  6 Mal

Franklin County Gears Up for a Week of Halloween Fun!

Franklin County Education Foundation for Excellence hosts the Annual Game Changer Fundraiser

August 16, 1972  -  October 22, 2025 John Lewis "Bubba" Farris, Jr., age 53 of Cowan, TN, departed this life suddenly and unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. He was born on August 16, 1972, to the late John Lewis "Johnny" Farris, Sr. and Willie Mae "Moo" Tate Farris. Bubba was a 1991 graduate of Franklin County High School. He was an avid fan of WWE wrestling, so much so he got his cousins and great nephew Kingston watching as well. When he was younger, he loved math

September 8, 1944  -  October 17, 2025 Mr. Jerry Thomas DeCamp, Sr., age 81, of Estill Springs, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Blue Island, Illinois, to the late William Sherman and Anne (Kumerowski) DeCamp. Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. After his service, he worked for BellSouth and later retired as a digital technician. He was a faithful member of Faith Lutheran Chu

March 13, 1974  -  October 19, 2025 William Manzelle “Train” Beasley, age 51 of Cowan, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at his residence. A native of Franklin County, he was born in Sewanee, Tennessee on March 13, 1974, and was a 1992 graduate of Franklin County High School. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. For the last eight years, Train had been employed as a long-haul truck driver. While he was on the road, he enjoyed meeting new people and going out to

March 13, 1951  -  October 23, 2025 David Edward Grant, age 74 of Winchester, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at The Hospice Care Center of Chattanooga. He was born in Moorehead City, North Carolina, on March 13, 1951, to the late Harvey Hulin and Margaret Lillian (Cole) Grant. Before his retirement, he worked as a background investigator. David is survived by his siblings, Wayne (Joyce) Grant, Danny (Lisa) Grant, and Dianne Grant; and several nieces and nephews. V