When the COVID-19 pandemic virtually shut down the nation’s economy and forced many Americans to shelter in place this spring, some worried how they might feed themselves and their families.
The Macon County Board of Education have decided to return closed schools to the schedules put in place at the beginning of the school year.
Franklin’s Town Council approved development of a new Ingles at the former site of the Holly Springs Plaza Walmart.
The Town Gazebo will not be available for any public events until further notice.
A new organization is turning up the volume on local music in Franklin.
Kaylee’s Closet isn’t at risk of being emptied out any time soon, which is good news for families coping with financial difficulties in the era of COVID-19.
Macon County’s Latino community has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, but their neighbors have stepped up to help reduce their risk and slow the spread of the virus.
Local law enforcement agencies are finding it more and more difficult to fill positions with qualified officers, and officials say that the areas they serve are suffering as a result.
Barbara McRae
bmcrae60@gmail.com.
Macon County Public Health reported three more coronavirus-related deaths on Aug. 31, bringing the number of total fatalities to seven since the pandemic began.