Farming in Franklin: Former dairy farm to serve as agricultural heritage center

Marie Hendrix stands on one of the rocks in “Papa’s Creek” on property she plans to turn into a “historical and agricultural natural center” on Thomas Road near Lavonia. (Photo by Scoggins)
Marie Hendrix stands on one of the rocks in “Papa’s Creek” on property she plans to turn into a “historical and agricultural natural center” on Thomas Road near Lavonia. (Photo by Scoggins)

By Shane Scoggins

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LAVONIA – Marie Hendrix’ voice broke as she outlined her plans for a new “historical and agricultural natural center” on Thomas Road to the Franklin County Planning Com…