Opinion


Don’t miss our annual Spring Home & Garden section
Columnists, COLUMNS--FEATURE SPOT, María Camp
by María Camp 
March 15, 2024
It’s that time of year again – temperatures are (mostly) warmer – but not too warm – birds are singing, flowers are beginning to bloom and perhaps you...
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FCERA learns about property tax for seniors
Columnists, Opinion, Susie Hovater Malone
by Susie Hovater Malone 
March 12, 2024
The Franklin County Education Retirees Association held its February meeting at the beautiful Weatherford Centre in Red Bay. Community Spirit Bank ser...
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Pick up newest Franklin Living today
EDITORIAL -- FEATURE SPOT, Editorials, Opinion
by Staff Reports 
March 12, 2024
They say it takes a village to raise a child. A similar sentiment might be shared about creating a magazine. The new Franklin Living is out now – inse...
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Walking the road to wellness
Columnists, COLUMNS--FEATURE SPOT, Opinion
by Susie Hovater Malone 
March 5, 2024
For more than 35 years, communities across the world have come together to honor and remember loved ones and take action for lifesaving change in the ...
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Pick up copy of Progress 2024
EDITORIAL -- FEATURE SPOT, Editorials, Opinion
by Staff Reports 
March 5, 2024
February is always a very special month at the Franklin County Times because it’s when we release our biggest publication of the year: Progress. This ...
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Signs of spring start to show in Franklin County
Columnists, COLUMNS--FEATURE SPOT, María Camp
by María Camp 
February 23, 2024
As “they” say, if you don’t like the weather in Alabama, just wait and it’ll change, often the same day, perhaps within just a few minutes or hours. O...
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Tax-free weekend provides opportunity to be prepared
EDITORIAL -- FEATURE SPOT, Editorials, Opinion
by Staff Reports 
February 18, 2024
Alabama’s annual severe weather preparedness sales tax holiday is approaching, and we think it’s a must-not-miss opportunity to make sure you’re prepa...
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National day reminds us to show kindness
Columnists, María Camp, Opinion
by María Camp 
February 16, 2024
This Saturday is the annual National Random Acts of Kindness Day. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept, you may be wondering exactly what a random ac...
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