July 14, 1999 - November 25, 2025 Savion Sterling Smith, 26, passed from this life unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. He was born on July 14, 1999, in Winchester to Ferriss Blackwell Jr. and Knika Smith. Savion carried a profound grief after the loss of his beloved grandmother, Devonia “Bones” Smith, and his brother, Shamar Smith. Their passing left a deep hole in his heart that could never be filled. He missed them every day, and there is comfort in knowing they are

July 18, 1937  -  November 21, 2025 It is with our deepest sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Dorothy Mae Conklin of Decherd, TN, on November 21, 2025, at the age of 88 years old. Dorothy was born in Delray Beach, FL, to Ethel and Charles Johnson. She served as a missionary in Venezuela for 18 years with her husband Ronald Conklin and their five children. She loved reading and enjoyed working on crossword puzzles and jigsaw puzzles. She was a cherished wife, mo

January 12, 1954  -  November 29, 2025 Wayne Huston Smith, age 71 of Winchester, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at his residence. A native of Franklin County, he was born on January 12, 1954, in Winchester to the late Charles H. and Laura (Vaughan) Smith. Wayne married the love of his life, Sue Smith, on May 11, 1975. A proud American, he retired from the United States Air Force, after serving at bases in Sumter, South Carolina, Upper Heyford, England, Seymour Jo

June 19, 1935  -  November 29, 2025 Nannette May Holder Dodson, age 90 of Huntland, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Highpoint Health Medical Center in Winchester. A native of Franklin County, she was born on June 19, 1935, to the late Roy Wilbur and Rilla Cain (Landess) Holder in Huntland. Before her retirement, Nannette was employed with Boeing as an administrative assistant. A dedicated Christian, she attended Huntland United Methodist Church where she taught

November 7, 1935  -  November 29, 2025 Gracie Ellen Burrum Moore was born November 7, 1935, in Flat Creek, Tennessee to Walter Marion Burrum and Essie Lorine Snell Burrum. She and her five siblings, Wilma, James Edwin (‘Day’), Helen, Frances Marion (‘Friss’), and Marie grew up during the Depression era supported by her father’s work in retail and a hard-working mother who helped manage a few farm animals and fed their large family with love on a small budget. There are many h

March 5, 1951  -  November 28, 2025 Carolyne Fay Cribari, age 74 of Cowan, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Carolyne was born on March 5, 1951, in Harvey, IL to the late John Marvin and Cora Agnes (Reed) Rogers. She enjoyed watching Frazier, Little House on the Prairie, and cheering on John Cena and Hulk Hogan. Carolyne was an avid fan of Elvis and always looked forward to going on the next trip to the Elvis Museum. S

May 5, 1952  -  November 27, 2025 Clifford Stephens, age 73 of Belvidere, passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Clifford was born on May 5, 1952, in Franklin County, to the late Morton and Rosetta (Steele) Stephens. He was a 1970 graduate of Franklin County High School. Clifford proudly served his country in the United States National Guard and later retired from CSX Railroad after twenty-five years of service. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing, hunting w

January 17, 1960  -  November 26, 2025 With profound sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of Tammy Lynn Couch Hall, long time resident of Belvidere, on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. A devoted wife of forty-eight years to John Michael Hall; loving mother to Tabitha (Michael) Stinnett, John Clayton (Rachael) Hall, and Michael (Misty) Hall; loving grandmother to seven wonderful grandchildren, Saede (Cole) Isbell, Clark (Kenzie) Stinnett, Zachary Hall, Zoey Hall, Carson Ha

December 27, 1946  -  November 25, 2025 Linda Frances Kuykendall, age 78 of Winchester, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Nashville on December 27, 1946, to the late Percy and Frances Irene (Spurlock) Talbert. Linda was a 1946 graduate of Hillwood High School, where she earned the title of valedictorian of her senior class. She then continued her educational pursuit to become a teacher, graduating with

Information released by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department Franklin County Jail Summary – December 1, 2025 Total Inmates:  135 By Gender: Male:  105 Female:  30 By Inmate Type: Non-Sentenced (NS):  65 Male: 52 Female: 13 TDOC Suspended (11/29 or Less):  25 Male: 20 Female: 5 Sentenced (11/29 or Less):  38 Male: 31 Female: 7 TDOC (1 Year or More):  15 Male: 10 Female: 5 Parole Violator (PV):  2 Male: 2 Female: 0 Child Support:  3 Male: 2 Female: 1 New Intakes (11/30–12/0

The holiday spirit is shining bright at Tims Ford State Park as they prepare for the First Inaugural Sleigh Bell Trail and transform the main campground into a winter wonderland. This free drive-through event invites families to enjoy dazzling Christmas light displays while also offering a live nativity scene.               The event will start on December 6 th  and will end on December 11 th .  Community members are invited to drive through the main campground to view the va

FCHS Honors Former Record-Setting Running Back Preston Wooten

Franklin County Launches Season of Giving, Celebrations, and Community Support

September 3, 1936 - November 23, 2025 Mr. Arthur Gene Gross, 89 affectionately known as "Art", passed from this life on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at his residence in Wartrace. He was born on September 3, 1936, to the late John L. Sr., and Sophie Jones Gross in Wartrace.  The family later moved to Fairfield, TN before finally settling in Wartrace, TN. Art attended Bedford County Training School. Upon completing high school, Art enlisted in the United States Army and served dur

November 28, 1947  -  November 23, 2025 Samuel Glenn Adams, age 77 of Tullahoma passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. A native of Franklin County, he was born on November 28, 1947, to the late Everett Glenn and Virginia Ruth (Fanning) Adams. A proud veteran, Samuel served his country in the United States Army. After his time in the military, he laid brick and block. He then had a career at Eaton as a machinist, until h

Summitville Fire Truck Involved in Two-Vehicle Crash on Ragsdale Road

Summitville Fire Truck Involved in Two-Vehicle Crash on Ragsdale Road

March 9, 1958  -  November 20, 2025 Lori Ann Amacher, age 67 of Tullahoma, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Lori was born in Shelbyville on March 9, 1958, to the late William and Mildred Marie (Bullion) Sudberry. She was a devoted homemaker, having previously been employed as a Lab Technician at Bedford County Hospital, and owned and operated A and M Signs and House of Treasures. Lori was a wonderful cook and had a

June 22, 1981  -  November 19, 2025 George Bradley Whitmire, age 44 of Winchester, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. A native of Franklin County, he was born in Winchester on June 22, 1981. He was most recently employed as a concrete finisher in the residential construction industry. An avid outdoorsman, he was at peace in the mountains riding in the Jeep or side-by-side, as well as deer hunting. Brad was a hardwork

Information released by the Franklin County Sheriff's Department Franklin County Jail Summary – November 21, 2025 Total Inmates:  136 By Gender: Male:  109 Female:  27 By Inmate Type: Non-Sentenced (NS):  62 Male: 48 Female: 14 TDOC Suspended (11/29 or Less):  25 Male: 22 Female: 3 Sentenced (11/29 or Less):  39 Male: 24 Female: 15 TDOC (1 Year or More):  18 Male: 11 Female: 7 Parole Violator (PV):  3 Male: 3 Female: 0 Weekender (WE):  1 Male: 1 Female: 0 Child Support:  5 Ma