by Jeriah Brumfield | Apr 13, 2024 | Feature
MICHAEL T. Danley the current owner of Danley Heating and Air, didn’t initially plan to follow in his grandfather’s (Edward Thomas Danley) and father’s (William “Bill” Thomas Danley) footsteps in the family business. As Bill’s...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Apr 13, 2024 | Feature
FOR OVER seven decades, Winton Auction & Realty has been a cornerstone of Franklin County, its weathered brick facade whispering tales of community spirit and dedication. Founded in 1948 by Bob Winton, the business has witnessed generations grow and evolve,...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Mar 8, 2024 | Feature
ANGIE FULLER’S students have seen her orchestrating engaging lessons in math and science and blossomed into inquisitive scholars for over 30 years. Inspired by a dedicated mentor who recognized her passion for learning, Fuller found her purpose in the classroom. Now,...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Mar 8, 2024 | Feature
IN OUR FLOURISHING town, a powerful revolution is underway, led by a group of passionate teenagers who created a coalition known as Teens Making a New Tomorrow. The guiding lights of the movement are the directors Jessie Sheehan, a dedicated prevention specialist, and...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Feb 10, 2024 | Feature
SUE FULMER’S transformative journey commenced in classroom halls, transitioning from an aide to a teacher, ultimately finding her purpose as the site manager/family partner at Head Start. During a meeting with the Kiwanis Club, a pivotal moment ignited Fulmer’s...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Feb 10, 2024 | Feature
PASTOR JIM Thomas, the man behind the pulpit at Payne’s Baptist Church, was blessed with a journey that spans military service, a career in law, and the skies as a helicopter pilot. Thomas’ story unfolds like chapters in a novel, each career path leading to the same...