Franklin County
Update: Franklin County Schools released a statement on Wednesday, Sept. 2, with the following information: * There were 19 students on baord the bus, not 22 as previously reported * Thirteen students and the bus driver were transported to area hospitals for further evaluation. They have all been discharged. Six students were
If you are a Franklin County teenager who spends most of your free time raising livestock, preparing for competitions and learning the world of agriculture, there is a $1,000 opportunity just for you. The Senator James D. Speed Achievement Scholarship, funded through an endowment in the NC State Ag
September is when many local government boards move from summer planning into action. With new budgets now in effect, boards begin reviewing projects, approving contracts, addressing community needs, and making decisions that can shape the rest of the fiscal year. It is also a month when discussions around schools, infrastructure,
Education
As the new school year kicks off, Granville County Public Schools is leading the movement to reduce screen time at school with a new “Skills Before Screens” initiative. District leaders say the goal is not to remove technology, but to create better balance among digital learning, hands-on skills and
Education
It’s officially back-to-school season, and families across Franklin and Granville Counties are busy gathering supplies, attending open houses and gearing up for fall sports. But there’s more to back-to-school than shopping and basking in Friday Night Lights. Allow me to present County Beacon’s
Education
This November, North Carolina voters are being asked to decide on two constitutional amendments that could shape how public schools and local governments are funded in the future. Read more about the proposed amendments here. These proposals may sound simple, but they have become a hot topic among education advocates
Franklin County
Have you ever sat in traffic on Bickett Boulevard (U.S. 401/N.C. 39) and wondered why it takes so long to get across town? If you have, you’re not alone. Whether you're trying to get your children to school, make it to work on time
Granville County
Instead of spending their summer with friends or at the beach, four Granville County high school students experienced what it's like to be a leader and completed 120 hours of hands-on public service as part of the 2026 Granville County Summer Civic Leadership Program. Zaniyah Crutcher, Tyler
Franklin County
After more than a decade of helping guide Franklin County's economic future, Keith Smith was recognized by the Franklin County Board of Commissioners for his 13 years of service on the Franklin County Economic Development Commission, including his leadership as chairman since 2023. During the August 3 Board
Franklin County
When I arrived at Sweet & Savory by Chef Tandra, I was just expecting to taste some dessert. But after walking into the shop, I quickly realized that I would be carrying away something much greater than a slice of lemon cheesecake. After speaking with the chef and owner, Tandra
Every year, neighborhoods across the country come together for one evening with a simple goal: building stronger, safer communities. The message behind National Night Out is simple: strong relationships between neighbors and first responders help create stronger, safer communities. National Night Out, which began in 1984 and is celebrated in
Franklin County
On Wednesday, July 29, I attended the Franklin County Food Pantries Meeting at the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Annex in Louisburg. The meeting was convened by the Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments and brought together local pantry leaders, churches, the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina and