by Jeriah Brumfield | Jun 10, 2023 | Feature
WHAT BEGAN as a small gathering of people, at the request of director of schools Amie Lonas, in late 2016, soon expanded to a large group of business people, professionals, and community leaders to establish an educational foundation that would support the Franklin...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jun 10, 2023 | Feature
DR. CARY Holman, director of Franklin County Schools, embodies excellence from his visionary outlook to his relentless pursuit of education and deep love for his community. Born and raised in Franklin County, he was raised entirely within the county’s school system....
by Guest Writer | Jun 10, 2023 | Feature
THOMPSON APPALACHIAN Hardwoods began in 1993 with “a vision and a prayer” that would stretch beyond three decades. The reputable family business began with Nordeck Thompson’s decision to branch out on his own, fortifying the foundation laid by his father’s sawmill in...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jun 10, 2023 | Feature
GOD GAVE him the gift of music. Zachary Brooks spent his high school years performing music he created, using live instruments like the piano, drums, and sounds that captivated his audience. Inspired by greats like Michael Jackson, Fred Hammond, and the Christian...
by Jeriah Brumfield | May 13, 2023 | Feature
SUMMER IS a season of warmth, joy, and fun. It is a time when people get together to enjoy the outdoors, dance to great music, and make unforgettable memories. Summer music festivals are a perfect way to experience all these things and more. Whether you’re a music...
by Jeriah Brumfield | May 13, 2023 | Feature
YOU AND your family decide to get out and enjoy an excellent summer weekend camping, boating, and fishing at Winchester Parks and Recreation. Upon entering the building, the skilled aquatics director, Lisa Clark, welcomes you with warmth. Having spent more than...
