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Judge 'rethinking' much-appealed Chastain decision

LOUISBURG -- A superior court judge who removed a Franklin County clerk permanently from office was asked to rethink that lifetime ban.
Superior Court Judge Thomas Lock permanently removed Patricia Chastain from her post as clerk of court in October 2020, ruling that her behavior and conduct prevented her from finishing her term or holding the office ever again.
Chastain's legal team appealed the matter to the State Appeals Court, as well as the State Supreme Court.


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County is seeking 'permanent' animal services director

LOUISBURG -- Franklin County management is actively looking for a permanent animal services director.
The person who has filled that post on an interim basis for more than a year said he's interested in the job.
Franklin County posted the position on its Human Resources website on Sept. 23, with a closing date of Oct. 7.


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FIRST MEETING HOSTED
FIRST MEETING HOSTED

The Louisburg Economic Development Committee had the honor of holding the first meeting in the recently renovated Community Station building in downtown Louisburg, across from the post office. The building is in a totally refurbished convenience store across Main Street from the main post office. The building is shown here with accent lighting at dusk on Monday just after the EDC meeting.


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Louisburg EDC tackles variety of topics

LOUISBURG -- An agenda-less meeting of the Louisburg Economic Development Committee meeting, held without a chairman Monday night, turned into a wide-ranging, often disjointed discussion veering from food trucks to the town's overdue financial reports.
After nearly two hours of discussion, held in the newly renovated downtown Community Station building, the session ended with no recommendations to the town council -- but one member, Dr. Phillip Stover, left the session, obviously upset, saying, "I'm done," as he retrieved his hat and umbrella and left the meeting.


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<i>County opens first dedicated EMS station</i>
County opens first dedicated EMS station

LOUISBURG -- Franklin County leaders officially opened its newest EMS station, broadening its emergency services reach.
In March 2022, consultants presented county commissioners with the results of an EMS study that revealed, among other things, the need for better EMS facilities ­-- including a new station to serve Bunn, one in Louisburg and one in Franklinton.


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Electrocution lawsuit ends in settlement

LOUISBURG -- The courts approved a $55,000 settlement against a power company and light pole operator accused of being at fault in an apparent electrocution.
The five-year-old survived his injuries in the July 2024 incident.
According to a lawsuit filed on behalf of the child in April, a light pole owned by Duke Energy Progress and maintained by American Lighting and Signalization had come down at the child's Evans Road home prior to the July 2024 incident.


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FRANKLIN FACES
FRANKLIN FACES

Kerr-Tar COG Outstanding Clerk Lauren Chandler


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Two hurt when car flips into a yard
Two hurt when car flips into a yard

ROCKY FORD -- Two juveniles were transported to the hospital for non life-threatening injuries following a roll-over wreck.
According to Trooper I.H. Al-Wadei, a 17-year-old was traveling south on Epsom Rocky Ford Road near a curve when he lost control at about 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
The teen crossed the center line to the left, over corrected, then crossed the center line again.
The car ran off the road, struck a culvert and rolled over, coming to rest in the front yard of a home in the 3400 block of Epsom Rocky Ford Road.


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NEW LOCATION
NEW LOCATION

Dr. Miranda Jones-Bailey, left, founder/veterinarian, and Mike Bailey, chief operating officer of Youngsville Animal Hospital, pose in front of the new ultra-modern veterinarian clinic they opened while celebrating a decade serving the pet-health needs in the greater Youngsville community. A grand opening/10th anniversary is planned for Saturday, Oct. 11, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., located at 5096 NC 96 Hwy W. The event, which is open to the public, will feature guided tours, free food trucks, family-friendly activities and giveaways.


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Mobile food pantry to visit Perry School site Tuesday

Sowing Seeds NC will bring its mobile food pantry to the former Perry School in Centerville on Tuesday, Oct. 7. The distribution will run from 1 to 3 p.m. or as long as supplies last.
Organizers said that everyone is welcome to come receive free food and support for their families. The first 100 families to visit will also receive a free shopping bag.


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Editorial Cartoon: Trump News
Editorial Cartoon: Trump News

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Introducing 'Community Station' in Burg's downtown
Introducing 'Community Station' in Burg's downtown

Fall really began making its presence felt as September waned and October arrived.
Leaves have begun to fall -- and many others are changing colors -- and temperatures, especially in the mornings, have a definitely different feel than they did just a few weeks ago.
Already some folks are beginning to set up their Halloween decorations and both pumpkins and mums are on sale just about everywhere.


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The annual battle for fall between deer hunters & land owners is nearly upon us
The annual battle for fall between deer hunters & land owners is nearly upon us

According to the North Carolina Wildlife Commission, hunters can begin using guns to hunt deer in Franklin County on Oct. 18.
And, while the only thing you'll find me hunting for in the woods is a lost disc golf disc, I've been in Franklin County long enough to know that deer hunting -- particularly the kind of hunting that's aided by dogs -- can be a tense time of year between hunters and property owners who see their properties inadvertently become part of the game.


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Park being maintained; gravel needed

Dear editor: I would like to publicly thank our county commissioners and maintenance crews for their excellent work in maintaining Owens Park. The park surrounds our homes and your consistent attention to mowing and upkeep has greatly improved both the safety and appearance of our community.
Your responsiveness to residents' concerns is very much appreciated.


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Taking responsibility for moral choices

Dear editor:
How much unlike the original Jesus can anyone possibly be?
Does anyone come to mind?
If so, does that person profess to be a Christian?


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Editorial Cartoon: ICE
Editorial Cartoon: ICE

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LIVE RADIO
LIVE RADIO

The WPTF Weekend Gardener is an award-winning radio talk show that has been on the air for over 30 years and answers your gardening questions. Mike Raley (left) and Rufus Edmisten will broadcast their weekly Saturday morning live radio show in Louisburg College's Jones Performing Arts Center Holt Lobby (JPAC) from 8 - 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4. This event is free to the public, and tickets are not required.


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LHS football sizzles at start of the season
LHS football sizzles at start of the season

LOUISBURG -- Fall is upon us, which means high school football fields are lighting up the sky every Friday night.
Through four games, the Louisburg Warriors might consider saving money on the power bill by turning off the lights because their football team is shining very bright.
This is not home town bias, either, as the Warriors are currently ranked No. 4 in the state in the NCHSAA Football RPI Standings in the 3A Classification.


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JASPER F. WHITE

BUNN, NC -- Jasper F. White, 96, of Bunn died Friday morning, September 19, 2025 at Wake Med with his daughter Debbie by his side. He was born on January 15, 1929 in Franklin County, a son of the late James R. and Victoria Gay White.


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Dale Pleasants

FRANKLINTON, NC -- Macon Dale Pleasants, 66, of Franklinton, died September 25, 2025. Dale was born in Vance County on January 18, 1959 to the late Coy and Margie Medlin Pleasants. In addition to his parents, Dale was preceded in death by the mother of his daughter, Tracy Chapman; his brother-in-law, Ron Phillips; and his grandmother, Viola Medlin.


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George "Jimmy" Stokes

Warrenton, NC -- Memorial services for George "Jimmy" Stokes, age 71, who died on Saturday, September 27, 2025, will be held on Saturday, October 4, at 11 a.m. from the Richardson Funeral Home Chapel in Louisburg with Dr. Carl Wardrett officiating.


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Linda Faye Wilkins

Rocky Mount, NC -- Funeral services for Linda Faye Wilkins, age 64, who died on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, will be held on Saturday, October 4, at 1 p.m. from the Allen Chapel Baptist Church in Louisburg with Elder Patricia Harrison officiating. Burial will follow in the Cemetery on the Hill.


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LEAH MAE WHITEHEAD

NASHVILLE, NC -- Funeral services for Leah Mae Whitehead, age 77, who died on Friday, September 26, 2025 will be held on Friday, October 3, at 12 p.m. from the Union Hill Baptist Church in Nashville, NC.


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ANGELA M. DOZIER

CHAPEL HILL, NC -- Funeral services for Angela M. Dozier, age 55, who died on Thursday, September 18, 2025, will be held on Sunday, October 5, at 2 p.m. at the Allen Metropolitan AME Zion Church in Franklinton, NC with Rev. Dr. William Williams officiating and Pastor Marcus Dunston Johnson, eulogist.


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CORA MAE ALSTON

MANSON, NC -- Funeral services for Cora Mae Alston, age 88, who died on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 2 p.m. from the Richardson Funeral Home Chapel in Louisburg, NC with Associate Min. Bernice Richardson officiating.


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