December 23, 1931  -  October 22, 2025 Dorothy Jean Medley Huskey peacefully passed into the gates of Heaven at the age of 93 on October 22, 2025, at Elk River Health and Nursing Center in Winchester, TN, after a short illness. A loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, mother-in-law, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she was born on December 23, 1931, in Beans Creek, TN, the oldest of three children born to Floyd L. Medley, Sr. and Rosa Brewer Medley. Mrs. Huskey grew

November 16, 1967  -  October 21, 2025 Tonya Helen Austin, age 57, of Decherd, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Tonya was born on November 16, 1967, in Tokyo, Japan, and from the moment she entered this world, she brought warmth, compassion, and light to all who knew her. She shared 32 wonderful years of marriage with her devoted husband, James Elliott Austin, and together they built a life centered on l

January 7, 1934  -  October 21, 2025 John L. Zielke, age 91 of Winchester, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at his residence. He was born on January 7, 1934, in Janesville, Wisconsin, to the late John and Esther (Gottschalk) Zielke. John graduated from Waterloo (Wisconsin) High School in 1952. After graduation, he joined the Air Force to become an aircraft mechanic and flight engineer. He enjoyed his travels around the world. After his Air Force career, he worked for

October 21, 1946  -  October 20, 2025 Myrna Faye Brewer, age 78 of Winchester, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Vanderbilt-Harton Hospital in Tullahoma. A native of Franklin County, she was born on October 21, 1946, to the late John A. and Myrna B. (Morris) Hoover. Before her retirement, she had been employed as a seamstress at Tennessee Apparel and Lanier Clothing. In her leisure time, she enjoyed baking and sewing, as well as going line and square dancing with he

December 31, 1971  -  October 19, 2025 Scotty Wade Roberson, age 53 of Lewisburg formerly of Decherd, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday, October 19, 2025. He was born to Gary and Gail Roberson on December 31, 1971, in Bethesda, Maryland. Scotty graduated with an associate’s degree in Robotics, and he built a fulfilling career specializing in low-voltage installations and security systems. His technical skill, dedication, and strong work ethic earned him the r

A tidal wave of red flooded the grounds at the Red Roof Pavilion last Tuesday night to honor the life of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk.  According to drone footage, close to 500 people gathered together on what would have been Kirk’s 32nd birthday.  The event was part of a bigger movement that has been happening throughout the nation since the assassination of the activist on September 10 th  of this year.  The evening included musical entertainment, special gu

Information released by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department Franklin County Jail Summary – October 22, 2025 Total Inmates:  155 By Gender: Male:  122 Female:  33 By Inmate Type: Non-Sentenced (NS):  95 Male: 73 Female: 22 TDOC Suspended (11/29 or Less):  15 Male: 14 Female: 1 Sentenced (11/29 or Less):  43 Male: 22 Female: 21 TDOC (1 Year or More):  17 Male: 11 Female: 6 Parole Violator (PV):  3 Male: 3 Female: 0 Child Support:  5 Male: 3 Female: 2 New Intakes (10/21–10/

The Franklin County School Board of Education held their monthly meeting on October 13 th , covering old and new business that included an update from the Coordinated School Health Program and a resolution request from Franklin County Mayor Chris Guess regarding the transference of the supervision of the Franklin County Prevention Coalition.             Regarding the supervision of the coalition, the nonprofit organization has been overseen by the Franklin County Board of Edu

October 1, 1935 - October 18, 2025 Nancy Jayne (Barnes) Patterson passed this life peacefully Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, Tennessee at the age of 90. A detailed obituary will follow soon. The family will receive guests from 10:00am until 1:00pm. A funeral service will immediately follow at 1:00pm with Greg Wiser officiating. The burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery in Fayetteville, Tennessee. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family o

November 9, 1951 - October 17, 2025 Michael Edward Senft of Fayetteville, Tn passed away on 10/17/25 surrounded by his spouse and family. Michael was born in Johnstown, PA on 11/9/1951 to Joseph and Irene Senft, who preceded him in death. Michael graduated high school in 1969. Michael joined the navy with his brother Kip in 1970. His 3 years in the Navy offered him a chance of living in Key West as well as sailing the North Atlantic in the winter. Upon discharge Michael began

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 Churc

July 29, 1930  -  October 17, 2025 Joseph “Joe” Carl Hice, age 95 of Tullahoma, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, October 17, 2025. Joe was born on July 29, 1930, in Franklin County, to the late Onman and Florence (Shoemaker) Hice. He was a 1948 class graduate of Franklin County High School. At an early age, he taught himself how to play guitar and enjoyed taking photos of family, friends and even nature. Following graduation he enlisted into t

Information released by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department Franklin County Jail Summary – October 21, 2025 Total Inmates Booked/Released During Period:  19 Listed New Intakes:  12 By Gender (from intake list): Male:  10 Female:  2 By Inmate Type: All 12 listed in the press report were marked as: Non-Sentenced (NS):  12 (From age report, some individuals were court returns or criminal summons releases) Offender Details (10/20–10/21/2025): Aaron Alvin Eslick Gender:  Male

For years, athletes have been told to stand tall with their hands behind their heads after intense exercise to “open up the lungs” and recover faster. However, research has challenged this longheld belief, showing that placing the hands on the knees may actually be a more effective recovery posture.

Information released by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department Franklin County Jail – October 20, 2025 Summary Total Inmates:  153 By Gender: Male:  120 Female:  33 By Inmate Type: Non-Sentenced (NS):  99 Male: 76 Female: 23 TDOC Suspended (11/29 or less):  16 Male: 15 Female: 1 (11/29 or Less, Sentenced):  36 Male: 21 Female: 15 TDOC (Sentenced 1 Year or More):  17 Male: 11 Female: 6 Parole Violator (PV):  3 Male: 3 Female: 0 Child Support:  6 Male: 3 Female: 3 Recent Inta

September 16, 1975 - October 13, 2025 Darren Scott Mann of Kelso, Tennessee passed from this life very unexpectedly on Monday, October 13, 2025, at his residence in Kelso at the age of 50 years. A native of Winchester, Tennessee, he is the son of the late Millie Jo Sanderson and Lonnie Ray Mann of Winchester, and he survives him. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 11:30 AM at Lynchburg Funeral Home in Lynchburg, Tennessee with Pastor Mitchell Gard

August 9, 1930 - October 15, 2025 Julia Grace Warmbrod of Belvidere, Tennessee passed from this life on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Elk River Nursing Center in Winchester, Tennessee at the age of 95 years. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM from the Chapel of Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home in Tullahoma, Tennessee. Burial will follow at Winchester, City Cemetery in Winchester, Friends may visit at the funeral home on Sunday from 1:00 PM un

October 21, 1939  -  October 14, 2025 Charles Edward Bolden Sr, age 85 of Estill Springs, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. A native of Franklin County was born in Winchester on October 21, 1939, to the late Ernest Bolden and Mary Elizabeth (Woosley) Gore. Charles was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Before his retirement, he had been employed as a fab technician at Square D for over twenty-five years, where

March 11, 1943  -  October 15, 2025 Judy Ann Johnson, age 82 of Sewanee, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. A native of Franklin County, she was born in Sewanee on March 11, 1943, to the late Charlie William and Gladys Mae (Rousey) Johnson. Judy Ann was a 1961 graduate of Franklin County High School. After graduation, she attended dental school in Chattanooga. Until the time of her retirement, she was employed at Shaw

July 23, 1965  -  October 14, 2025 David “Chief” W Pendergraff, age 60 of Estill Springs, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, peacefully at his residence. He was born in Grosse Point, Michigan on July 23, 1965, to the late John William and Nancy Mae (Teters) Pendergraff. A hard worker, David was currently working as lead supervisor at Batesville Casket Company, where he has been a dedicated employee for over forty years. He was formerly the Fire Chief for the Estill Spr