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    Be our guest
    by María Camp 
    October 14, 2021
    “When we first bought this house, we never imagined we’d be running a guesthouse, but we want to promote Red Bay, and this is a good way to do that, a...
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    Falling into pumpkin love
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    Falling into pumpkin love
    by Staff Reports 
    October 8, 2021
    Autumn is fast approaching, and for many people, the September/October timeframe is synonymous with one thing: pumpkins.
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    Gardening with grandkids: Couple inspires gardening love in next generation
    Features, Franklin County, Lifestyles
    Gardening with grandkids: Couple inspires gardening love in next generation
    by Alison James 
    October 5, 2021
    “I just do it because I like it.” With that simple statement, Jimmy Poss encompasses his feelings about his luscious backyard garden, where he grows c...
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    Taste of Franklin: Gameday goodies that are sure to score
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    September 17, 2021
    For most folks, fall is about fun, fellowship, friends, family, faith and, of course, football. Whether you’re planning a big gathering with church fr...
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    Hometown to Hollywood: Actor/musician Myk Watford finds his niche
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    Hometown to Hollywood: Actor/musician Myk Watford finds his niche
    by María Camp 
    September 7, 2021
    “Playing Rick Hall is one of the greatest honors of my career, and it’s a dream come true to have the opportunity to portray someone from the same are...
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    Just say no
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    September 6, 2021
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    Club Chronicles—AERA members hold district meeting in Russellville
    by Staff Reports 
    August 23, 2021
    More than 60 members of the District I Alabama Education Retirees Association met Aug. 10 at the Russellville First United Methodist Church. Registrat...
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    Why I Love Franklin County – Trey Stanford
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    August 13, 2021
    For Russellville Coach Trey Stanford, the love of athletics runs deep. He graduated from West Limestone High with a scholarship to play football at th...
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    From the country to the cosmos: How one Franklin County man found his place among the stars
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    From the country to the cosmos: How one Franklin County man found his place among the stars
    by Alison James 
    August 6, 2021
    “None of the decisions I made were really my own. Back then, I was just trying to keep a job ... I’ve been blessed beyond any imagination.”
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    August 3, 2021
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    4 cities, towns have contested mayoral elections
    RUSSELLVILLE — Four of Franklin County’s cities or towns will have contested mayoral elections in the Aug. 26 municipal elections.
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    Red Bay Police can use electronic signatures
    RED BAY – Police can now use electronic signatures for their reports. City council members approved the policy after learning it was a requirement to ...
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    Participants enjoy ‘Magic of Reading,’ the color of fruits and ballon animals
    Participants enjoy ‘Magic of Reading,’ the color of fruits and ballon animals
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    July 2, 2025
    Rain delays repair projects
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    Allison tapped to lead Lady Bobcats softball
    PHIL CAMPBELL -- A familiar face will be leading the Phil Campbell High School Lady Bobcats softball program next season.
    July 2, 2025
    6 local students accepted into FAME program
    6 local students accepted into FAME program
    Northwest Shoals Community College (NWSCC) has signed 6 Franklin County students to its 2025–26 Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME)...
    July 2, 2025
    Junior golfers hone skills through summer program
    Junior golfers hone skills through summer program
    RUSSELLVILLE -- A young generation of golfers teed off this summer at Twin Pines Country Club, thanks to a local effort to create opportunities for ch...
    July 2, 2025
    Belgreen’s Moore earns First Team All-State honors
    Belgreen’s Moore earns First Team All-State honors
    BELGREEN -- Jemma Moore has been named to the AHSAA First Team All-State for softball, becoming just the ninth player in school history to earn the di...
    June 18, 2025
    Maddox retires after 26 years of shaping young minds at RMS
    Maddox retires after 26 years of shaping young minds at RMS
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    June 18, 2025

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