Submitted | Franklin AdvocateAt approximately 2:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, multiple agencies responded to a tractor trailer fire on westbound...

Ever hear anyone moan about how store-bought tomatoes taste bland compared with home grown? It's all in the carefully balanced chemistry of the...

The following are breakfast and lunch menus for the Franklin County School District for the week of Aug. 17-21BreakfastMonday, Aug. 17French toasts sticks with syrup or...

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...

Submitted | Franklin AdvocateJena Mullins was honored as the 2025-2026 Bus Driver of the Year in the Franklin County School District. She was...

By Paul KeaneFranklin AdvocateA Franklin County native has dove into the world of newspaper ownership after purchasing the Stone County Enterprise...

Submitted | Franklin AdvocateMembers of the Class of 2031 — who are currently in eighth grade — enjoyed a Back To School Bash on Saturday. Classes...

Tracy Cupit | Franklin AdvocateThe windows at the Franklin County Museum were in the spirit of the new school year as they were painted to welcome...

Submitted | Franklin AdvocateThe Franklin High School soccer program hosted an Alumni vs. Alumni event on Friday. Numerous former players attended...

Submitted | Franklin AdvocateSeniors at Franklin County High School spent Friday morning doing work outside in the front area of the high school....

Submitted | Franklin AdvocateThe final Seersucker Thursday last week at Sullivan's Kitchen saw a good turnout. Ashley Johnson was determined to be the best dressed of the day.

Vendors are being sought for the Saturday, Oct. 10 Roxtoberfest scheduled for downtown Roxie.The event will offer various activities and events, and organizers are saying...

Submitted | Franklin AdvocateUnited States Postal Service Rural Carrier Doretha Fleming (center) was recently honored upon her retirement after...

Paul Keane | Franklin AdvocateOn Wednesday, photographers were on hand to take various photos for the program and for senior posters. (Photo at...

Youth exhibitors with the Franklin County 4-H program are being reminded of the following deadlines if they wish to show their livestock in upcoming shows:Franklin County...