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Ex-clerk Raper to lead Vina as new mayor
News
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 30, 2025
VINA — Longtime town clerk Sue Raper has been named mayor to replace Michael Moomaw, who decided not to seek re-election.
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News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 30, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE The Franklin County Commission has voted to declare a 2018 Caterpillar 299D2 skid steer as surplus property, and authorized County Engine...
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Chucky Mullins tribute features youth camp, special needs Pro Bowl event
High School Sports, Russellville, Russellville Golden Tigers
by Brannon King For the FCT 
July 30, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE Russellville High’s football field and the Russellville Middle School’s gymnasium buzzed with energy Saturday as two events carried forwa...
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High School Sports, Red Bay, Red Bay Tigers
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 30, 2025
RED BAY -- City leaders, coaches and local organizations are teaming up to fund new strength and conditioning equipment for the high school.
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Harris named principal at Tharptown Elementary
News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 30, 2025
R U S S E L L V I L L E -- Brooke Harris is no stranger to the halls of Tharptown Elementary. She’s walked them not only as a student but also as a te...
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Sutherland crowned Watermelon Queen
News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 30, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE - The 2025 Franklin County Watermelon Beauty Pageant brought sparkle and excitement to the Russellville City Schools Auditorium as partic...
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Groundbreaking for new Norris Library is July 29
A: Main, News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 23, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE – The city will break ground on its new public library at 10:30 a.m. July 29.
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Red Bay gets $350K grant for roadwork
A: Main, News, Red Bay
by Russ Corey For the FCT 
July 23, 2025
RED BAY — Mayor Charlene Fancher said she’s very happy the State Department of Transportation approved a Rebuild Alabama Grant that will allow the cit...
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Tomato Man sells fresh tomatoes from his car
Lifestyles, News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 23, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE - William R. Smith is easy to spot in his old white Park Avenue sedan. He hauls boxes of tomatoes in the back. Regulars know where to loo...
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