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Holbrooks fires deputy for improper use of license plate reader
Fears about law enforcement’s possible misuse of surveillance cameras come true in Macon County.
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FHS on track as county advances East Franklin plans, Highlands soccer field considered
County Commissioners education focus included FHS construction, childcare and new elementary school building.
Faith & Family
Pastor appreciation that lasts beyond October
October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Across our convention, churches will provide gift cards, handwritten notes, meals and encouraging words for the men who faithfully shepherd …
Hance Dilbeck
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Beyond ‘heads in beds’: Franklin TDA focuses on visitor experience, and accountability
By Daryna Thiemann
October 15, 2026
NC attorney general creates new complaint tool for gas tax cheats
By Clayton Henkel, NC Newsline
October 15, 2026
Health
Foundation awarded grant to expand “Neighborfood Express” to Macon County
By Press Release
October 15, 2026
Classifieds
Girl’s bike for sale
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John Deere/Frontier box blade
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Koster Equipment
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Faith & Family
A lesson in remembrance: The Paper Clips Project comes to life in Macon
By Deb Prince
October 19, 2026
SBC president proposes amendment on gender, marriage
By Lawrence Smith, Kentucky Today
September 28, 2026
Obituaries
Bobbie Magnolia Franklin Dillard
1931 – 2026
Bryant “Bart” Thurman Hodgins
1938 – 2026
Dennis Keith Scott
1961 – 2026
Partner Content
Meet the designer behind Western North Carolina’s next beautiful gardens
By Daryna Thiemann
August 14, 2026
