by Hannah Bradley | Dec 11, 2025 | Franklin County, Stories
GIGI GASKINS never set out to become a hatmaker. The idea came to her in the most unexpected way as she was sitting in a movie theater watching the opening scenes of “Coco Before Chanel.” On the screen, a hat was being carefully stitched and shaped, and in that...
by Hannah Bradley | Dec 11, 2025 | Franklin County, Stories
FOR 28 years, Samantha Steele has been a central figure in her county’s emergency communications system. As the assistant 911 director, 911 dispatcher, and terminal agency coordinator, she has managed critical calls, coordinated multi-agency responses, and maintained...
by Shannon Beebe | Dec 11, 2025 | 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 La Finka Mexican Grill. LA FINKA Mexican Grill in Winchester is one of those places that instantly makes you feel welcome...
by Hannah Bradley | Dec 11, 2025 | Franklin County, Stories
EACH OCTOBER, the city of Winchester hosts Boo Bash, an annual event that brings families together for an evening of Halloween-themed activities. This year’s celebration, held in front of the Red Roof Pavilion, offered children a variety of games, candy stations, and...
by Guest Writer | Dec 1, 2025 | Franklin County, Sponsored, Stories
The living room looked like a blizzard of crushed crimson and emerald paper. Six members of the Miller family sat amidst the wreckage of Christmas morning, holding six identical plastic rectangles: gift cards for the Montana Coffee Company. A collective, slightly...
by Becca Roberts | Nov 13, 2025 | Franklin County, Stories
THE HOLIDAYS are one of the most difficult seasons for families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The traditions shared and the memories held dear surrounding Christmastime are a source of both joy and heartache. To bring comfort and peace during this time...
