From a swampy railroad river crossing in 1835 to a key transport hub, industrial center, and independent city, Franklin’s 150-year story reflects resilience and change.

Bronco Federal Credit Union has named Chantal Dalton its member business services manager, effective Feb. 2, to support and grow business services from its Franklin branch.

FCPS has opened J.P.K. Jr. Beauty and Skills, Franklin’s first student-based salon, where students gain cosmetology and barbering experience while serving the community.

Avery Bowen, Miss Franklin-Southampton County Fair Queen, placed first runner-up out of 32 contestants at the Virginia ...

A free Black Family Wellness Expo open to the public on March 21 will offer families health education, screenings, and activities at the Workforce Development Center.

Virginia ag markets saw feeder cattle mostly lower, slaughter cows higher, and wheat, corn, and soybean cash and new-crop ...

Lauren Bradshaw notes that “Scream 7” leans on Neve Campbell’s return and franchise nostalgia, but over-the-top kills, a flat ...

Franklin marked its 150th birthday March 15 at Barrett's Landing with history, music, a Memory Chest and tributes led by 91-year-old organizer and retired history teacher Gaynelle Riddick.

As Franklin turns 150, residents were invited to fill a Memory Chest with letters and photos, capturing who they are for ...

Franklin City Council unanimously approved utility bill relief, extending the payment due date to April 1 and allowing ...

On balance, though, we have here a song of praise. One that compels us to do a few things. For instance, in this psalm, we are called to worship. We are also called to gather up our personal and our ...

Southampton County Public Schools will close all schools and offices Monday, March 16, after a National Weather Service forecast of extremely dangerous weather.