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By Staff Jonathan Willis As someone who works in this business, I have closely watched as newspapers across the country have folded or made far-reachi...
May 2009
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May 1, 2009
The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce wants to do its part to help area downtowns.
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May 1, 2009
By Staff Melissa Cason The Franklin County Relay for Life Committee announced Friday that the bank night numbers were at $125,000. American Cancer Soc...
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May 1, 2009
By Staff Jonathan Willis The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce wants to do its part to help area downtowns. With ongoing renovation projects in Russ...
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May 1, 2009
By Staff Melissa Cason THARPTOWN-The students at Tharptown High School have experienced many firsts since fall 2006. From their first SADD induction a...
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