by Tony Glenn | May 27, 2026 | Franklin County, Sponsored, Stories
Motorists navigating the roads of Franklin County must secure insurance for financial and legal protection. T.C. Simmons Insurance is a partner to the Winchester community, providing personalized guidance and cost-effective insurance coverage. The agency answers...
by Wesley Bryant | May 14, 2026 | Franklin County, Letter From the Editor, Stories
WHEN YOU choose a locally owned business over a national chain, you’re not just spending your money, you’re planting it. And the roots of that investment reach deep. Every dollar counts, and it lifts our neighbors. According to the Economic Policy Institute, 68 cents...
by Hannah Bradley | May 14, 2026 | Franklin County, Stories
BREANNA SMITH has always had a passion for fashion and helping others feel confident. In 2019, she turned that passion into a business, launching her first boutique, Proverbs Thirty-One Boutique, inspired by a favorite piece of Scripture. Smith built her brand around...
by Hannah Bradley | May 14, 2026 | Franklin County, Stories
IN AN age of big-box retailers and online ordering, small hometown businesses continue to play an important role in strengthening local communities. For Jeff and Sherry Frame, owners of Poultry Electric & Pro Hardware, the store reflects a lifelong commitment to...
by Hannah Bradley | May 14, 2026 | Franklin County, Sponsored, Stories
FOR GENERATIONS, Watson Funeral Home has served families in Winchester and across Franklin County. In moments of loss, families are often faced with immediate decisions, unfamiliar processes, and emotional strain. A local funeral home can provide structure during that...
by Shannon Beebe | May 14, 2026 | Franklin County, Stories
GOOD NEWS IS COMING TO DINNER! We will feature a local food critic’s thoughts as they dine in Franklin County. This month, Shannon Beebe visited Swiss Pantry. WHEN YOU leave Winchester and head toward Huntland, it doesn’t take long before the road carries you into an...