Author: MJ Kneiser

          Three people have been arrested in the Gumlog area of Franklin County and charged with trafficking methamphetamine. According to Franklin County Steve Thomas, investigators believe the methamphetamine was intended for local distribution. “Deputies with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office performed a traffic stop on a vehicle on Gumlog Grove Road for a minor traffic violation. […]

The City of Lavonia is looking at a burning issue. At their meeting Monday night, City Manager Charles Cawthon said he recently received a letter from a concerned citizen asking what the rules are for burning debris inside the City limits. The question of burning inside the city limits was discussed at the City Council’s last work session and Cawthon […]

A reminder that the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program or LIHEAP for Cooling Assistance, began Monday and is available through July 31, 2024, or until funds are exhausted. This federally funded program assists low-income, elderly, and disabled Georgians with cooling bills through direct payments to home energy suppliers. The application period for LIHEAP Cooling Assistance opened on April 1, 2024, […]

It’s time to register for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Richard B. Russell Project Office’s 34th Annual Kid’s Fishing Derby set to take place Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the freshly stocked Calhoun Falls Bank Fishing area, located on Hwy. 72 in Calhoun Falls, South Carolina. Space is limited, so registration is required to reserve your spot and lunch. […]

Franklin County has a new County Manager. At their meeting Monday night the Board of Commissioners voted to hire Interim County Manager Terry Harris. Harris has been the Interim County Manager since last August when former County Manager Derrick Turner resigned. At Monday’s meeting, Commissioner Josh Smith motioned to approve Harris’ contract. During his time as Interim County Manager, Harris […]