by Jeriah Brumfield | Jul 18, 2024 | Franklin County, Stories
STEPHANIE MAYFIELD stood atop the roof, the wind whipping through her hair and the vast expanse of the sky stretching before her. The freshly cut wood and the scent of asphalt shingles collided, baking under the sun. Every nail she hammered down resonated with the...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jul 18, 2024 | Franklin County, Stories
FARRAR JEAN Ford’s childhood was a series of hospital stays and operating rooms, each leaving its mark on her. Born with a genetic disorder that necessitated numerous orthopedic surgeries, Ford’s early encounters with the medical world were not just a matter of...
by Guest Writer | Jul 18, 2024 | Franklin County, Stories
SINCE INDEPENDENCE Day is this month, I decided to drive to Cowan and eat at Paw Paw’s Country Cookin. Mrs. “Paw Paw” is an Army veteran, so what better time to try a new restaurant and thank her for her contribution to our freedom? From the moment you walk in, the...
by Guest Writer | Jul 18, 2024 | Franklin County, Stories
AS THE warm summer sun shines high in the Southern sky, it’s time to embrace the vibrant flavors of the season. Our July recipes showcase the best of summer’s produce, from juicy peaches and crisp cucumbers to sweet corn and zucchini. Whether you’re hosting a...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jun 15, 2024 | Franklin County, Stories
TWENTY YEARS ago, Beri Fraley’s calloused hands gripped a rifle in the unforgiving deserts of Iraq. Back then, Fraley wasn’t yet a seasoned businessman but a National Guard captain leading a patrol under a sky painted crimson. He was a leader — not by title but...
by Tina Neeley | Jun 15, 2024 | Franklin County, Stories
WE OFTEN overlook the significance of basic abilities such as independence, clear sight, good hearing, problem-solving skills, and easy access to essential resources. Navigating the challenges associated with what society labels as disabilities, disorders,...
