by Jeriah Brumfield | Jul 15, 2023 | Franklin County, Stories
BORN IN Chicago, Joy Stovall grew up about 90 miles northwest of Rockford, Illinois. There, she discovered her love for springboard diving and found herself competing at just 5 years old. At age 10, Stovall transitioned from diving to trampoline gymnastics and went on...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jul 15, 2023 | Franklin County, Stories
FRANKLIN COUNTY has long been known for its natural beauty and Southern charm, from the rolling hills to the picturesque lakes. But in recent years, there’s been a surge of new restaurants quickly making this quaint region a mustvisit destination for foodies far and...
by Tina Neeley | Jun 10, 2023 | Franklin County, Stories
WE SAW the sky but little else through the window in the room where we sat. The gray and white clouds marched briskly by as blues and grays traded places. She was convinced the clouds would bring rain later in the day and said so every few minutes. “No, I think...
by Tina Neeley | Jun 10, 2023 | Franklin County, Stories
AS SUMMER heats up, so do our grills and smokers, giving our kitchens a well-deserved break. Casual worknight dinners, weekend celebrations, and holiday parties bring together families for good food and, sometimes, fireworks. Plates filled with barbecue, burgers, and...
by Wesley Bryant | Jun 10, 2023 | Franklin County, Stories
WHEN I think of the next generation, I feel excitement. I want this issue of Good News to be a joyous celebration of the young adults who will be the leaders of tomorrow, carrying the torch of progress and making our community and the world a better place. I am...
by Jeriah Brumfield | Jun 10, 2023 | Franklin County, Stories
THE FRANKLIN County Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for this year’s annual junior leadership program. The adult program is in its 26th year, and the youth program is in its 21st year. The program expanded from what was once an adult program into a program where...
