State and local law enforcement officers agencies are hopeful drivers in North Carolina received their message that seatbelts need to be worn by both drivers and all passengers—especially children. Over 120 violations were issued on Macon County roadways during a joint effort by state and local officers to crackdown on unrestrained drivers and passengers.…
So what’s the deal with bacon? Are prices going up? Will there be a shortage? Steven Meyer, President of Paragon Economics, says there was some misleading information released from a United Kingdom trade association recently that has some believing there will be a bacon shortage. Meyer explains there won’t be a shortage but prices will…
Franklin defeated Smoky Mountain High tonight by a final of 40-7. The Panthers improve to 5-2. The Mustangs drop to 2-5.
A game that’s earned the title “The Battle of Cowee Mountain” will be in Franklin tonight as the Panther football team plays host to rival Smoky Mountain. The Panthers are 4-2 on the season after a hard-fought win over Pisgah last week 21-14. Tonight, the Panthers will face a 2-4 Mustang team that has improved…
On Wednesday Macon County Officials bestowed their highest honor on two men from Macon County who served the country and community. Nathan B. Henry and Dr. Thomas McNish received the prestigious Macon County Medallion of Honor during a special ceremony at town square. Henry and McNish were Prisoners of War and have also contributed much…
Macon County School Officials say they’ll soon be talking six candidates who want to be the next Superintendent in Macon County. Two special called meetings are set for Monday and Tuesday morning, October 1 and 2, for the school board to interview candidates in person. Board of Education Chairman Tommy Cabe says they’ve narrowed it…
