Winchester Monument Co.: Helping the community create stunning tributes
Winchester Monument Co. serves Franklin County families navigating the difficult journey of loss. By blending traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, the local business ensures that...
Kathryn Bruce: 100 years of community at Sewanee Elementary School
SEWANEE ELEMENTARY School is preparing to celebrate a remarkable milestone — 100 years of education, community, and shared investment in the lives of local children. For those closest to the school,...
Club 29 Nutrition: Flavor you trust, fun you don’t expect
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 Club 29 Nutrition. THERE ARE some places you go for a...
Michelle Cosby: From adoption to community advocacy
MICHELLE COSBY did not have an extensive plan when considering adoption, but she carried an unshakable calling — one she simply could not ignore. In the summer of 2021, Cosby stepped into her church...
Kim Gulley and Abby Henley: Compassionate care at Viva Senior Living
IN AN environment where compassion is the cornerstone of care, the work being done at Viva Senior Living is shaped not only by professional excellence but by deeply rooted relationships. For Kim...
Robert Morgan: A story of belonging
ROBERT MORGAN was 9 years old when he first began to sense that something about his story was different. After moving into a new home, small details started to stand out, most notably, that his last...
The 7th Annual May Expo: Where creativity meets community
THE 7TH Annual May Expo was held on May 2 at the Townsend Cultural Center, bringing together local businesses and community members in Winchester for a day focused on small-business engagement....
Letter From the Editor
THE SCREEN door clicks shut with a familiar rattle. The backpack makes a heavy thud when it hits the floor. It’s the smell of a roast that’s been simmering all afternoon, garlic and slow-cooked...
Farm City Day Connects Franklin County students to agriculture
By Hannah Bradley and Mary Beth Henley FARM CITY Day has become a cherished Franklin County tradition that many families and students look forward to each year. The event is rooted in community, a...
T.C. Simmons Insurance: Personal service first
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...
Letter From the Editor
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...
Breanna Smith: From pop-ups to storefront
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,...
Jeff Frame: The heart behind Poultry Electric & Pro Hardware
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...
Watson Funeral Home: A Trusted Presence in Franklin County
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...
Swiss Pantry: A small-town staple with big flavor
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...
Taylor McDonald: Preserving legacies that last
FOR TAYLOR McDonald, photography has always carried a deeper purpose than simply capturing images. It is about memory, connection, and the responsibility of preserving stories that might otherwise...
Laura Rowland: Creating community, one treasure at a time
FOR NEARLY three decades, Treasures has been a familiar part of the local community — a place where customers are known by name, conversations come easily, and shopping feels personal. For owner...
Kelly Burns-Fraley: From the ground up
FREIGHT DOCK construction and welding have been part of Kelly Burns-Fraley’s life for as long as she can remember. With roots in a family trade that began in the 1970s, her path into the...
15th Semi-Annual Spring Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show: Classic cars and community
CAR ENTHUSIASTS and community members attended the 15th Semi-Annual Spring Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show on April 11 at Franklin County High School, located at 833 Bypass Rd. in Winchester....
Winchester Monument Company: Preserving stories in stone
For decades, Winchester Monument Company has helped families create lasting memorials that honor the lives, values, and stories of those they love. Known for compassionate service and skilled...
Viva Senior Living at Franklin Manor: Simplifying the golden years
Viva Senior Living at Franklin Manor is transforming elder care through an all-inclusive service model designed to simplify the complexities of aging. By removing the burdens often associated with...
T.C. Simmons Insurance: Protecting local homes
For many residents in Franklin County, a home represents the most significant investment of their lifetime. T.C. Simmons Insurance provides homeowners' insurance designed to protect these assets...
Letter From the Editor
A STUDENT IN our community today will walk the halls of Congress with a pinned American flag on their chest. A student in our community today will pray their knees still hold when their nerves get...
Wendy Wells: Where learning meets becoming
NEARLY 30 years into her career, Wendy Wells continues to approach the classroom with the same purpose that first drew her to education. At the heart of her work is connection, guiding students to...
David K. Patton: A legacy continues
AS THE 2026 season approaches, Bluegill Grill at Holiday Landing Marina & Resort enters a meaningful new chapter — one that honors a lasting legacy while looking ahead with renewed purpose. For...
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