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FFA students bring home state convention honors
Franklin County, News, Phil Campbell
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 2, 2025
Red Bay and Phil Campbell FFA students, along with a Hackleburg member of the Franklin County Junior Cattlemen, earned state-level honors at Alabama’s...
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News, Red Bay
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 2, 2025
RED BAY – Persistent rainfall has delayed drainage and road repair projects in the city. “You can’t dig when it’s mud,” Mayor Charlene Fancher said re...
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Main, News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 2, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE Franklin County shoppers will once again benefit from two annual tax holidays following action by county commissioners.
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News, Russellville
by Kevin Taylor For the FCT 
July 2, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE -- A 19-year-old woman is recovering after being struck by lightning while talking on a cellphone Saturday. Emergency personnel responded...
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6 local students accepted into FAME program
Franklin County, Sports
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 2, 2025
Northwest Shoals Community College (NWSCC) has signed 6 Franklin County students to its 2025–26 Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME)...
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Darby is denied parole
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CRIME NEWS
by Bernie Delinski For the FCT 
July 2, 2025
MONTGOMERY -- A man serving a 10-year sentence on Franklin County assault convictions was denied parole on June 25, according to records from the Alab...
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News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 2, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE Paula McDougle of the band Purpose said her group enjoys performing for the annual Jam on Sloss Lake. “We’re just honored to be a part of...
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Main, News, Russellville
by María Camp maria.camp@franklincountytimes.com 
July 2, 2025
RUSSELLVILLE Rebuild Alabama funding will be used to improve 15 miles of road in Franklin County.
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Franklin County, News
July 2, 2025
Today, Franklin County residents are preparing for Friday’s Independence Day celebration. It should be more than just a time to gather with family and...
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