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Macon part of new 14th District

Mia Overton
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
According to the state’s redistricting plan, Macon County will be in a newly created 14th Congressional District for electing representatives to the U.S. House of Representatives. The N.C.
Press photo/Braulio Fonseca - American Legion members lead the Nov. 11 Veterans Day parade on Main Street.

Press photo/Braulio Fonseca - American Legion members lead the Nov. 11 Veterans Day parade on Main Street.

Honoring Macon County veterans

Jake Browning
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
To help illustrate the community’s respect for veterans, this year’s Veterans Day ceremony in downtown Franklin was all about the latest wave of veteran portraits from artists with Uptown Gallery.
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Election News Update

Mia Overton
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
With three seats up for grabs in the Franklin Town Council race, it was a close race for the top vote-getters in the Nov. 2 election. The election was certified on Tuesday, Nov.
Press photo/Jake Browning - John deVille and Claudia Aguilar speak at the march in memory of Mitchell Mozeley, who was lynched by a mob in 1898.

Press photo/Jake Browning - John deVille and Claudia Aguilar speak at the march in memory of Mitchell Mozeley, who was lynched by a mob in 1898.

Memorial march honors Mitchell Mozeley

Jake Browning
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
Mitchell Mozeley isn’t a name that most Macon County residents will recognize. In fact, information about him is sparse enough that there’s some discrepancy as to whether that was really his name.
Press photo/Jake Browning - Construction has started along Highway 441 to extend broadband service to the southern end of the county.

Press photo/Jake Browning - Construction has started along Highway 441 to extend broadband service to the southern end of the county.

Construction brings South Macon one step closer to broadband service

Jake Browning
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
The effort to connect all of Macon County to the internet made big strides last month when construction began on the South Macon backbone, a fiber project that will bring online access to some of the least connected parts of the county.
The Macon County Board of Health discussed during their last meeting the use of monoclonal antibodies as a means of treating COVID. Pictured is Dr. Donald Dewhurst, medical director.

The Macon County Board of Health discussed during their last meeting the use of monoclonal antibodies as a means of treating COVID. Pictured is Dr. Donald Dewhurst, medical director.

Board of Health talks COVID antibody treatment

Jake Browning
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Monoclonal antibodies are rising in prominence as a treatment for COVID-19, and the Macon County Board of Health discussed their strategy regarding the measure during their last meeting.
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Roland lays out county’s premium pay plan

Jake Browning
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Macon County employees are in for a treat with a new premium pay policy that will supplement their salaries for years to come. The Macon County Board of Commissioners adopted the plan at the October meeting in an effort to maximize the county’s appeal as a place to work.
Press photo/Jake Browning - During a self-defense class, Elijah Ingraham and Ashley Ingraham demonstrate a shield response, in which the defender stops an attack from their own left with both arms and prepares to counterattack.

Press photo/Jake Browning - During a self-defense class, Elijah Ingraham and Ashley Ingraham demonstrate a shield response, in which the defender stops an attack from their own left with both arms and prepares to counterattack.

REACH teaches self-defense

Jake Browning
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, REACH of Macon County ended October with their first free self-defense class, led by violence prevention education coordinator Elijah Ingraham. Though billed as a self-defense class, Ingraham doesn’t think that term sends the right message.
Town Manager Amie Owens presents a proposal to award town workers a one-time bonus and 40 hours in vacation time in recognition of their work during the pandemic. The bonuses will be paid from the American Rescue Plan Act funds the town received.

Town Manager Amie Owens presents a proposal to award town workers a one-time bonus and 40 hours in vacation time in recognition of their work during the pandemic. The bonuses will be paid from the American Rescue Plan Act funds the town received.

Town approves bonus for workers

Mia Overton
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
The Town of Franklin is following the county’s lead and will use part of its American Rescue Plan Act funds to give employee bonuses in appreciation for their dedication during the COVID pandemic. “They’ve been at it since March.