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Main, News, Red Bay
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
September 3, 2025
RED BAY — Mayorelect Mike Shewbart said his upcoming term as mayor will focus on paving streets, addressing stormwater issues and ensuring city govern...
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Council’s goals: More industry, infrastructure improvements
Main, News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
September 3, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE — Mayor David Grissom and the Russellville City Council are preparing to begin new four-year terms Nov. 3, with a focus ongrowth,infrastr...
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Main, News, Phil Campbell
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
September 3, 2025
PHIL CAMPBELL — Mayor-elect Greg Williams and the newly elected town council say their top priorities are tackling downtown buildings and providing mo...
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Ex-Russellville superintendent Ray remembered
Main, News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
September 3, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE -- Dr. Wayne Ray, who served as superintendent of Russellville City Schools from 2000 to 2008, died Aug. 27 at age 82.
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Russellville PD spends $18.5K for computer upgrades
Main, News, Russellville
by Russ Corey For the FCT 
August 27, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE — Police Chief Chris Hargett wasn’t necessarily ready to purchase more than a dozen new computers for his department, but a decision by t...
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Red Bay freshman to compete in FFA national talent program
Main, News, Red Bay
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
August 27, 2025
RED BAY — Freshman Kayeden Palmer will take her baton to Indianapolis, Indiana, this fall after being selected for the National Future Farmers of Amer...
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Record $172K in grants awarded
Main, News, Russellville
by Russ Corey For the FCT 
August 27, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE — Six Franklin County schools, the Franklin County Emergency Management Agency, five volunteer fire departments, and other organizations ...
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Main, News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
August 27, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE — A new downtown event launched by Russellville Main Street has already earned statewide recognition.
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Deck is completed for Highway 247 bridge
Main, News, Red Bay
by Russ Corey For the FCT 
August 27, 2025
RED BAY — A new $3.3 million bridge being built over Little Bear Creek northeast of Red Bay on Alabama 247 continues to take shape.
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Schools emphasize growth and memorable experiences
Main, News, Russellville
BACK TO SCHOOL
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
August 13, 2025
Local educators say they’re excited about what lies ahead for the 2025-26 school year. Russellville City Schools Superintendent Dr. Tim Guinn said the...
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