David Bunn, Chairman

Franklin County reports increase in rabies cases; urges safety measures

Franklin County officials are urging residents to be vigilant around animals that may be infected with rabies, following the confirmation of the county’s 17th rabies case in 2025.

Preston Carr -

Who from North Triangle area’s former high school standouts will play in the week starting Monday, Nov. 10?

This former North Triangle area high school athlete will be active in competitions the week of Monday, Nov. 10.

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Franklin County Cooperative Extension announces forestry and landscape classes set for December

The Franklin County Cooperative Extension will host two educational events on Tuesday, December 9th, at the Cooperative Extension Center Annex located at 103 South Bickett Blvd., Louisburg, NC.

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Nominations open for Governor’s Volunteer Service Award in Franklin County

Nominations are open for the 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award, a program established by the Office of the Governor in 1979 to honor North Carolina’s dedicated volunteers.

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Franklin County Cattlemen’s Association awards Speed Achievement Scholarships to local youth

The Franklin County Cattlemen’s Association has announced the recipients of the 2025 Senator James D. Speed Achievement Scholarship.

Robert Magwood and Kareem Clarke -

Who among former North Triangle area high school athletes will be active on Saturday, Nov. 8?

On Saturday, Nov. 8, these former North Triangle area high school stars will be competing.

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Franklin County appoints Jerry Jones as animal services director

Franklin County has named Jerry Jones as its new Animal Services Director, responsible for overseeing the daily operations of Franklin County Animal Services. “I am honored to continue to serve the residents and animals of Franklin County as the…

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Franklin County appoints Jason Rogers as new planning & inspections director

Franklin County has appointed Jason Rogers as its new Planning & Inspections Director.

Kareem Clarke and Jaylen Johnson -

Which North Triangle area high school graduates will take part in games in the week starting Monday, Nov. 3?

These ex-North Triangle area high school athletes will be competing in the week starting Monday, Nov. 3.

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Staged street closures set in Louisburg for judicial complex construction

Vehicular access to the former West Johnson Street in Louisburg will be closed in stages beginning Friday, October 31, 2025.

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Federal shutdown halts November SNAP benefits; Franklin County lists local food resources

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a suspension of all November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Preston Carr and Keyshaun Powell -

Which former North Triangle area high school athletes will be active on Saturday, Nov. 1?

Saturday, Nov. 1 will see these former North Triangle area high school stars in competition.

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Franklin County announces public meeting on airport runway extension

Franklin County officials, in partnership with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), have announced a public information meeting to discuss the proposed extension of Runway 05/23 at Triangle North Executive Airport.

Dr. Gary M. Brown President - Louisburg College

10 sports coaches at institution in Franklin County earn on average $39,000 in 2024

The average coaching salary at Louisburg College, the only institution paying coaches during 2024 in Franklin County, was $39,000, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Shiplap & Sage announces facility expansion and job creation in Franklin County

Shiplap & Sage, a home fragrance and lifestyle manufacturer based in Franklinton, North Carolina, has announced an expansion of its operations in Franklin County.

Preston Carr and Jaylen Johnson -

Which former high school stars from North Triangle area will be in action for the week of Monday, Oct. 27?

The week starting Monday, Oct. 27 will feature action from these former North Triangle area high school stars.

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Franklin County agencies respond to potential disruption to food assistance amid federal shutdown

The North Carolina Division of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and Franklin County Department of Social Services (DSS) have received a letter from the federal government warning about possible disruptions to November Food and Nutrition Services…

Robert Magwood and Jerrell Reddick -

Who are the North Triangle area high school alumni in action on Saturday, Oct. 25?

These ex-North Triangle area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Saturday, Oct. 25.

David Bunn, Chairman at Franklin County - https://www.franklincountync.gov/

Water main break disrupts service in Louisburg; repairs underway

At 9:41 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025, a contractor struck a water main pipe in the Town of Louisburg while performing authorized work.

David Bunn, Chairman

Pesto-making class scheduled by Cooperative Extension at Louisburg Senior Center

Cooperative Extension will host a hands-on workshop on making pesto at the Louisburg Senior Center in Franklin Plaza, located at 279 S. Bickett Blvd., Louisburg, NC.

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