A huge storm system dropped about five inches of rain in about 12 hours on Franklin County Tuesday, swelling creeks and rivers out of their banks, flooding driveways and, along with gusty winds, felling trees.

Franklin County Commissioners decided on what it will cost to run for a host of local offices later this year.

New Carnesville Mayor Missy Holbrook (left) presided over the first city council meeting of 2024, with new council members (from left) Sherri Cheek and Gabbie McFarlin joining holdovers Mike Barrett and Wesley Dove.

The Paws and Play Dog Park in Carnesville is ready to welcome canines and their owners. The park will be dedicated Saturday.

State Rep. Alan Powell (left) and State Sen. Bo Hatchett spoke Friday at the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce’s Policies and Pastries event.

Two Franklin County Sheriff’s deputies were honored recently for helping save the life of a 7-year-old girl.

The City of Franklin Springs sponsored fireworks Sunday to celebrate the arrival of the new year.

Franklin County commissioners approved a nearly $4.5 million amendment to the 2022-23 budget Thursday in a called meeting at the Justice Center.

The Lavonia City Council tabled an annexation and zoning request for multi-family housing and medical offices near St. Mary’s Sacred Heart Hospital.

Two new members of the Royston City Council and one returning incumbent were sworn in Tuesday in a ceremony at Royston City Hall.