By:
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
FRANKLINTON — Inside a company known for innovation, the United Way of Franklin County awarded more than $31,000 to teachers who will use that money to innovate their classrooms.
The organization held its annual Teachers’ Awards Reception last week at Novozymes.
In all, 67 teachers submitted applications requesting more than $180,000.
By:
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
FRANKLINTON — As a football player at Savannah State, Simeo Smith learned a lot about discipline — getting up before dawn for practice.
He also learned about heroism and passion for children, once saving a baby from a fiery wreck while a student in the spring of 2006.
Thanksgiving Day is a holiday when Americans gather with family and friends to celebrate the harvest — and to eat too much, watch football and perhaps even sneak in a hunting trip or a nap.
But for families who are struggling financially, it can be a very difficult time, especially for the children.
By:
Jay Lamm, Times Editorial Cartoonist
Layoffs of top management at Franklin Regional Medical Center in Louisburg last week amounted to red warning flares bursting in the sky.
To ignore those flags would be a huge mistake.
FRMC is part of the Novant Medical group, but even so, it should come as no surprise that the hospital is under enormous financial stress and strain — as is just about every other business in this county, state and nation.
GOOD MORNING: This is still the MIDWEEK edition of The Franklin Times, although it’s being published a day earlier than usual on account of the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday.
That aside, Mother Nature continues to play around with the weather. In all my 84 years (yep! I turned 84 on Tuesday) I can’t recall a topsy-turvy weather pattern like we’ve been observing of late, and apparently there’s no end in sight.
By:
CAREY JOHNSON, Times Staff Writer
Some of my best friends are teachers.
I know what you’re thinking.
That’s something one would say when trying to defend some sort of accusation.
It’s usually uttered when trying to defend accusations of racism, as in: “I’m not racist. Some of my best friends are black.”
What’s more important to the elected leadership of Franklin County?
Wreckers arrived on scene Friday night to clear the road following a three-vehicle, chain-reaction wreck on N.C. 56 near Lane Store Road. None of the injuries were life-threatening. According to Franklinton Police Sgt. K.J. Hornaday, a car had stopped to turn left into a driveway and a pickup truck stopped behind that car. A third pickup truck, driven by Brandon S. Coley, 19, of Franklinton, failed to stop, running into the back of the second vehicle, causing it to hit the first vehicle.
Louisburg United Methodist Church held its annual fall bazaar and Brunswick stew sale on Saturday. In addition to the stew sale, the event included for sale homemade craft items, jams and relishes and there was a flea market. Pictured (left), shopping for bargains is Youngsville resident Bob Prewitt.
William Harris, principal of Louisburg Elementary School, announces the Honor Roll for the first nine weeks grading period. To be named to the A Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than 93. To be named to the A/B Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than an 85.
United Way of Franklin County Executive Director Kathy Harrelson, left, presents Novozymes employees and fund-raising helpers Laura Terry and Kevin Potter with an award for the company’s involvement.
Rick Smith, principal of Youngsville Elementary School, announces the Honor Roll for the first nine weeks grading period. To be named to the A Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than 93. To be named to the A/B Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than an 85.
Looking for some exciting ways to celebrate the Holiday Season? Franklin County 4-H has a few ways to get you in that joyful Holiday spirit.
The first event 4-H is hosting is called Turkey and Treats and will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. in the Extension Annex. The cost is $5 and it’s for ages are 5 and up.
Bunn High School and Franklinton High School were two of 14 North Carolina High Schools recognized during a luncheon ceremony at the Superintendent’s and Public Information Officer’s Quarterly Meeting in Research Triangle Park recently. They were honored for having at least 80 percent of students’ end-of-course test scores at or above proficient.
Franklinton parade
Franklinton’s annual Christmas parade will take place on Dec. 1, providing the only night-time parade in the county, which begins at 7 p.m. in downtown Franklinton.
The town’s OneFranklinton organization will also host a Holiday Lights Tour on Dec. 10 at 6 p.m.
Ever wanted to learn a new language — or, more importantly, encourage your children to do so? Franklin County Libraries have a new feature called “Muzzy Online” that the world’s number one language course for children. All you’ll need to do is visit the library’s website and enter your Franklin County library card’s bar code.
COLLARD INTRODUCTION. Katie and Rev. Jake Dorak recently moved to this area from East Tennessee when he was named pastor at Duke Memorial Baptist Church in Justice. When church members discovered he didn’t know much about collards — a regional staple — they wasted no time in introducing him to the delicacy.
Carol Davis, principal of Franklinton Elementary School, announces the Honor Roll for the first nine weeks grading period. To be named to the A Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than 93. To be named to the A/B Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than an 85.
Kim Ferrell, principal of Long Mill Elementary School, announces the Honor Roll for the first nine weeks grading period. To be named to the A Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than 93. To be named to the A/B Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than an 85.
Great Clips has opened their location at Youngsville Crossing Shopping Center, 1120 US Highway 1 North. A grand opening and ribbon cutting was held Nov. 10. Hours of operation on Monday thru Friday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m, Saturday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday 12 noon -6 p.m.
Freda Clifton, principal of Louisburg High School, announces the Honor Roll for the first six-weeks grading period. To be named to the A Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than 93. To be named to the AB Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than 85.
Ronald D. Coleman has been named an assistant principal at Louisburg High School. Coleman began his post at Louisburg High School on Oct. 24.
“I look forward to being part of a wonderful team of people at LHS, and helping these kids reach their potential,” Coleman said.
Debbie Ayscue, principal of Edward Best Elementary School, announces the Honor Roll for the first nine weeks grading period. To be named to the A Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than 93. To be named to the A/B Honor Roll, a student must make no grade lower than an 85.
