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Hubbard apologizes to council
City Councilman Lanny Hubbard apologized Monday night for an outburst during the Feb. 6 meeting in which he labeled the remaining council members as racists. Read more
Bentley challenges Hastings in District 4
This week’s featured candidates are seeking the local office of county commissioner in District 4, an office that is currently held by Don Hastings ... Read more
Phil Campbell documentary to debut next week
It’s a project that has been a year in the making and next weekend the public will finally get a glimpse of the behind-the-scenes story ... Read more
Holland running for District 3 seat
Lifelong Franklin County resident Mark Holland has announced his candidacy for the Franklin County Commission. Holland is seeking the District 3 seat. Read more
VHS receives RC&D grant for erosion issue
Vina High School was recently able to address an erosion problem that had plagued their campus and caused problems each time heavy rains fell. Read more
- Grant provides funds for birding trail
- Free water conservation workshops held
- Community gardens built in five counties
- New OB service available in county
- Former PC mayor Murray passes away
- Residents asked to participate in Alabama Saves week
- Injuries lead Childers into medical field
- PCES helps other storm victims
- Students learn about Keller from ancestor
- Three seek District 3 commission seat
- Exorcism leads to family fight
- City man charged in break-ins
- Sea lab brings ocean to PCES
- Sheriff’s office adds mobile command unit
- THS’ Rhea hopes to protect others at work
- Man indicted for armed robbery
- Rape charges upheld against teen
- Man indicted for sodomy
- Man charged with abusing girl for more than two years
- Franklin County grand jury indictment list
- Scholars bowl team to compete at state
- $25 million secured for PCHS
- Hubbard calls council “racist”
- Hutcheson, Pounders up for District 2
Sports
Belgreen boys fall to Decatur Heritage
BELGREEN— The Belgreen Bulldogs boy’s varsity basketball team had its 2011-2012 basketball season ended by a 48-38 loss — only the Bulldogs’ third of the ... Read more
- Eagles put out Red Bay in sub-regional
- Sellars signs with Alabama Southern
- Oliver, Smith sign with Alabama Southern
Lifestyles
Sibley’s “Legacy” still on display after more than 90 years in business
Most businesses, especially in smaller towns, have a story or history behind them that makes their presence in the community special and unique and one ... Read more
Never too early for college preparation
As the admissions process at the nation's best schools grows increasingly competitive, how and when students prepare for college entrance exams could determine where they ... Read more
Tharptown business students finish second in state
One group of county high school business students showed they have the skills to be competitive in today’s job market after their recent participation in ... Read more
Special Sections
Editorials
Wear sunscreen outdoors in the sun
If any of the readers who peruse my work see me in the near future, you will see that my face and neck are shining ... Read more
Columns & Opinions
From the Statehouse
Our legislative branch of government is the recipient of many slings and arrows. They, along with ... Read more
Lifestyles
Students work for tornado victims
Students at the Franklin County Career Technical Center have been using their experience and training to give back to the community and help others who ... Read more
Food
Soup the perfect choice for cold winter nights
Soups are the perfect choice for cold winter nights. Read more
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