Author: MJ Kneiser

Franklin County Commissioners continue their efforts to straighten out the process of applying for permits and inspections. In February, Commission Chair Jeff Jacques outlined three changes to the process that it is hoped will make it easier for people applying for residential building permits. At their work session Tuesday evening, Jacques gave an update on where the County is with […]

The City of Lavonia has officially welcomed its new Police Chief. Mayor Courtney Umbehant welcomed Chief Edmisten Wednesday morning at a special swearing-in ceremony and said Lavonia is blessed to have such an asset to the City. “It is a privilege to officially welcome Shane Edmisten to the Lavonia family. We are thrilled to have him as our new Chief […]

A woman accused of bringing a gun onto the campus of Franklin County Middle School has been indicted by a Franklin County Grand Jury. According to the indictment, on Tuesday, January 24 during a middle school sports parent meeting, two female parents got into a physical altercation. One of the parents involved was found to be in possession of a […]

Some Carnesville Elementary School students will have the opportunity in May to spend a day with Carnesville, Red Hill, Bold Springs, and Five Area Firefighters to learn about what it’s like to be a firefighter. Junior Firefighter Day takes place on May 25th from 9-3 pm at the Carnesville Fire Department for all interested Carnesville Elementary fourth and fifth graders. […]