María Camp

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Managing Editor at Franklin County Times

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Check out this week’s Franklin County Times! – May 7, 2025 - Franklin County Times

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp

RED BAY – The city now has an alcohol ordinance in effect and interested parties may apply for an alcohol license. The move to adopt an ordinance is a... {"epopulate_editorials_prism":"epopulate_editorials_prism"}{"newsletter":"Newsletter"}
Red Bay passes alcohol ordinance

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp

RED BAY – The city now has an alcohol ordinance in effect and interested parties may apply for an alcohol license. The move to adopt an ordinance is a response to the November 2024 general election where voters opted in favor of alcohol sales in the town. The ordinance, 38 pages in length, covers a wide variety of factors, including where alcohol is allowed to be sold and when, as well as restrictions concerning location of such places, advertising and other factors.
Unified purpose marks National Day of Prayer

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp

RED BAY — Red Bay community members came together at the gazebo in Bay Tree Park to offer united voices of faith on the annual National Day of Prayer. Mayor Charlene Fancher gave the opening remarks. “What we do know for certain is that God Almighty is in control,” Fancher said. “I’m so thankful for the community we live in, and there’s no other place but Red Bay, Alabama, in my heart. “God is in control, and that’s all that matters, and that’s where our strength comes from,” Fancher continued.
FFA student receives $1,000 grant

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp

RED BAY — FFA student Cayson Johnston has received a $1,000 grant for his Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE). FFA advisor Jarod Massey said Johnston filled out a “pretty lengthy application.”“He does beef cattle production,” Massey said. Massey said for a SAE, a student keeps records of his or her ag-related experiences outside of class.
‘Everyone belongs, every achievement is celebrated’

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp

RUSSELLVILLE — More than 70 students from across the county took part in the third annual Special Olympics at Tharptown Elementary School. Activities included races, inflatables, refreshments and an awards ceremony with medals. More than a hundred teachers and volunteers assisted. “The Special Olympics is a powerful celebration of inclusion where every student is encouraged to shine in their own unique way,” said Franklin County Schools Special Education Coordinator Jennifer Whitfield.
16 compete in state meet for RHS track teams

1 week ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp

Senior EJ King set his new personal record in high jump with a 6-6 jump that landed him second in the state track meet, earning him a silver medal. He was named Class 5A Player of the Year earlier this spring for his basketball season. Darron Jones, freshman hurdler, placed third in the state with his new personal record in the 110-meter hurdles with a time of 15.12, the new school record for that event. Jones held the record and has broken it three times this season.
Red Bay Tigers defeat Decatur Heritage baseball team

2 weeks ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp

The Red Bay Tigers defeated Decatur Heritage in game three on Monday, 5-1. In that game, they had multiple hits by Jeremiah Thorne, Dallas Terrell and Landon Lewey. Thorne pitched a complete game, allowing just one run on four hits and striking out six. The win propels them into the third round for a showdown with Mars Hill.
New job fair format was a hit with employers, students

2 weeks ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp

RUSSELLVILLE Seniors at Russellville High participated in a different kind of job fair this year. In addition to talking to and learning about the various industries in the area, this year’s event had a new twist – the seniors could actually apply for open positions. Career Technical Education Director Dr. AnnaKay Holland said while the school has held career fairs before, it was always to gather information.
Rescue squad building repurposed as EMA annex

2 weeks ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp

RUSSELLVILLE — The former Franklin County Rescue Squad building is being renovated as an annex for the Franklin County Emergency Management Agency. Located behind the Franklin County Archives in downtown Russellville, the building is owned by the county. EMA Director Mary Glass said the facility will store the agency’s boat and Hummer and other vehicles they use infrequently. “It’s just where we’re going to keep our resources,” Glass said.
Learning gets personal for sixth graders

2 weeks ago | franklincountytimes.com | María Camp

RUSSELLVILLE – Tharptown sixth graders got to put a personal touch to their classroom lessons recently when they traveled to Tupelo, Mississippi to visit Veterans Park and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, and Elvis Presley’s birthplace. TES teacher Angie Garrison said each student received a name that appears on the memorial wall.