Sheriff Duane Burgess will retire from the Johnson County Sheriff’s Department on Dec. 31, 2026, after 38 years of service. His interest in public safety began early: While…

Celebrating America’s 250th On June 18, the Johnson County Museum of History in Franklin opened the first phase of its exhibit commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration...

Each July, the Johnson County 4-H and Agricultural Fair arrives during one of the summer’s hottest weeks. Rain and muggy weather are common, but volunteers work long hours to keep...

Hometown Heroes Lisa Lintner & Tiffany Lauderdale Phillips Two women are at the forefront of keeping literacy alive in Franklin and Johnson County. Lisa Lintner is Johnson County Public Library’s...

Building Freedom They build freedom, one ramp at a time. Servants at Work states its mission as follows: “Servants at Work builds freedom and independence through accessibility ramps. Guided by...

Bound Together Book Club They say you cannot judge a book by its cover, but I most definitely did when I first spotted Before I Forget by Tory Henwood Hoen....

Noel Heminger grew up in Franklin on Home Avenue with his sister, Ann, and his brother, Tad. His parents, LeRoy and Helen Beatrice Heminger, were active in the community. LeRoy...

Historic Home Nestled in a suburban area filled with homes of all ages sits a time capsule. The enchanting home and picturesque grounds at 211 Whiteland Road are looking for...

Patriotic Melodies America is celebrating its Semiquincentennial this year. That is a mouthful to describe the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. While the America250 Commission...

If you have attended a concert or event at Franklin’s DriveHubler.com Amphitheatre at Youngs Creek Park, chances are you have seen Holly Johnston. Johnston, who is Franklin Parks and Recreation...