County expanding dental clinic

The county board of commissioners has approved a lease that will expand the adult dental health clinic. The county will lease the 2,000 square foot building which is the former Nantahala Physical Therapy Location. The new facility will provide space for four chairs initially, but it may expand to six chairs over time. Commissioners also…

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Smoky Mt. Chevy’s Cruise-In a success for Toys for Tots

Local children in need will have a brighter Christmas thanks to community efforts that support the Toys for Tots organization. Smoky Mountain Chevy held their annual Cruise-In event Saturday to benefit Toys for Tots it was a big success. During the Cruise-In nearly 900 toys and $1,800 in cash was collected. Toys for Tots still…

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LTLT Honors Award Recipients at Annual Fall Celebration

LTLT Honors Award Recipients at Annual Fall Celebration

The Land Trust for the Little Tennessee recently recognized those making vast contributions to conservation here in the Mountains. Tom Hatley, a member of Blue Ridge Sustainability Institute’s Leadership Team, received the 2012 Robert and Virginia Ramsey Brunner Land Conservationist of the Year Award during LTLT’s annual Fall Celebration on November 3. The award recognizes…

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JC Jabobs week declared in Franklin

JC Jabobs week declared in Franklin

As People’s Department Store prepares to close, the store’s founder JC Jacobs is being honored this week for his contributions to the community. Jacobs, who turns 94 today, opened the Franklin landmark on Main Street in 1957, and will close the store at the end of the year. A special celebration for Jacobs is scheduled…

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County looks to purchase property for new sports complex

County looks to purchase property for new sports complex

The Macon County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday night to purchase 48 acres in Macon County for the construction on a new baseball/softball complex. The board formally made an offer for $550,000 for the property at the former Parker Meadows Golf Course. The current plans call for an 8-field, double-cloverleaf complex with space for…

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Police Blotter

Franklin Police are investigating a report of fraud at a location on Wilkie Street. Reports indicate the victim was defrauded out of $2,800 worth of property including Amish stoves, antique items, furniture, and home goods. The victim also reports $18,000 in cash was involved in the fraud. The incident was reported November 10. Officers are…

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  • May 22, 2013 4:00 pmFOOD PANTRY & COAT CLOSET OPEN
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