By Paul KeaneFranklin AdvocateThe 3 percent occupancy tax — often called a "tourism tax" — cruised to a landslide victory after voters in Meadville casts their ballots...

The following incidents were responded to by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department for the week of Aug. 23-29:Arrests: 4 incidents.Alarm Calls: 3 incidents.Medical...

Tracy Cupit | Franklin AdvocateArea residents were treated to a rare site on Thursday, Aug. 27 as a lunar eclipse could be viewed in the skies over...

The Franklin County Fossil Road Show will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.This year's event will take place in the fellowship hall at Meadville Baptist Church, located...

Franklin County's Board of Supervisors are not anticipating an increase in millage rates for the new fiscal year, according to the annual budget hearing notice.The hearing...

The Annual Franklin County Fair will be Thursday-Saturday at the Fairgrounds in Bude.There will be rides, games, food and fun, along with various...

The 3 percent occupancy tax — often called a "tourism tax" — cruised to a landslide victory after voters in Meadville cast ballots Tuesday.A total...

The following are calls and incidents responded to by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department for the week of Aug. 16-22:Arrests: 6 incidents.Alarm Calls: 3...

Submitted | Franklin AdvocateCopiah-Lincoln Community College President Dr. Dewayne Middleton (left) and Board of Trustees Chairman Barry Tyson...

Two Fayette residents were pronounced dead at the scene after a wreck on Highway 33 last week.According to reports from the Mississippi HIghway Patrol, around 12:10 a.m. on...

With the Franklin County Fair rapidly approaching, exhibitors are being encouraged to be a part of the festivities.The event runs Sept. 3-5 at the fairgrounds in Bude. The...

The Annual Franklin County Fair will be Sept. 3-5 at the Fairgrounds in Bude.There will be rides, games, food and fun, along with various exhibits. The Midway will be...

The following are calls and incidents responded to by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department for the week of Aug. 9-15:Alarm Calls: 2 incidents.Animal Complaints: 2...

Submitted | Franklin AdvocateThe Town of Meadville recently issued a Proclamation honoring Vanessa Walker upon her retirement. Walker has been and...

By Paul KeaneFranklin AdvocateHonor & Glory will be in concert on Tuesday, Sept. 1, and area residents are being encouraged to attend.The...