The ongoing mandatory use of face masks within local public schools won’t immediately change, but Superintendent of Education Chris Kent said he hopes to be able to address...

Submitted | Franklin AdvocateTeam Barnabas — comprised of runners from Franklin County, Natchez and Bogue Chitto — recently competed in the 2026...

The following incidents and calls were responded to by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department for the week of June 29-July 5:Accidents: 3 calls.Alarm Calls: 7...

The Annual Sales Tax Holiday — normally used to help families purchase clothes and supplies for the upcoming school year — has been moved up.Senate Bill 2470 of the 2026...

Submitted | Franklin AdvocateDuring the recently completed Mississippi Municipal League's Summer Convention, Meadville Town Clerk Leslie A....

From The Natchez DemocratNATCHEZ — The Adams County Sheriff's Office made an arrest — with the assistance of the Franklin County Sheriff's...

JACKSON — President Donald Trump has approved the request of Governor Tate Reeves for a Major Disaster Declaration for areas impacted by severe weather May 6-7. The...

Students explored animal anatomy, surgery and veterinary medicine through hands-on activities during the Dr. Doolittle Camp that was part of the...

We are aware that some copies of this week's issue — which includes the America 250 section and the Veteran's Spread — had issues with the...

The following are calls and incidents responded to by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department for the week of June 22-28:Extra Patrols: 5 incidents (Bude 1, Roxie 1,...

The Annual Sales Tax Holiday — normally used to help families purchase clothes and supplies for the upcoming school year — has been moved up.Senate Bill 2470 of the 2026...

A private pesticide applicator training will be conducted from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, July 20 at the Franklin County Extension Service located at 20 Walnut St. in...

Tracy Cupit | Franklin AdvocateDespite muggy and hot conditions, plenty of patrons turned out for Friday night's America 250 celebration in...

Southern District Transportation Commissioner Charles Busby provided updates on various projects throughout Southwest Mississippi, including two in Franklin County."At the...

The skies over the Fairgrounds on Saturday will be filled with lights and explosions during the Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Show.Hosted by the Franklin County Baptist...