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25-Year-Old Franklin Man Killed in Early Morning Motorcycle Crash, DA Says

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25-Year-Old Franklin Man Killed in Early Morning Motorcycle Crash, DA Says

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Officials say no charges were immediately filed.See the Story

Kentucky Governor Cites Constitutional Concerns with Execution Protocol and Drug Acquisition Issues in Refusal to Set Execution Date | Death Penalty Information Center

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Kentucky Governor Cites Constitutional Concerns with Execution Protocol and Drug Acquisition Issues in Refusal to Set Execution Date | Death Penalty Information Center

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In June 2025, Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman requested that Governor Andy Beshear set an execution date for death row prisoner Ralph Baze. In a late June 2025 reply, Gov. Beshear declined to do so because of an April 2025 Franklin County Circuit Court ruling that found part of Kentucky’s execution protocol unconstitutional. Gov. Beshear indicated that several steps must be taken by the Department of Corrections (DOC…Read Article

Pilot Company invests in Franklin with travel center upgrade, donation - WNKY News 40 Television

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Pilot Company invests in Franklin with travel center upgrade, donation - WNKY News 40 Television

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The ONE9 travel center in Franklin is ready for travelers to experience its new curb-to-counter remodel, featuring a fresh look and enhanced amenities. This investment is part of Pilot Company’s $1+ billion nationwide store modernization initiative, New Horizons, and to celebrate this location’s completion, Pilot is donating $10,000 to Simpson County Schools. “We are excited to welcome the Franklin community to our ONE9 travel…Read Article

Simpson County to create independent P&Z

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Simpson County Fiscal Court is moving forward with establishing its own planning and zoning commission after a final attempt to maintain the existing interlocal agreement with the city of Franklin failed last week.Franklin, Kentucky · Franklin Read Article

FRANKLIN-SIMPSON 4TH OF JULY PARADE

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Lady Cats preparing for the upcoming season

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The Franklin-Simpson Lady Cats’ soccer team wrapped up summer workouts on June 23rd, right before the “dead period.”Soccer · Franklin Read Article

Cemetery preservationist highlights need for upkeep in Simpson County

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Billy Wilkerson with the Simpson County Historical Society discussed concerns related to preserving and maintaining county cemeteries on July 1 during the Fiscal Court's regular meeting.Franklin, Kentucky · Franklin Read Article

Logan County appoints code enforcement board, debates SRO funding

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The Logan County Fiscal Court moved to establish its new Code Enforcement Board and engaged in a spirited discussion regarding the funding of School Resource Officers during its meeting on Tuesday, June 8.Franklin, Kentucky · Franklin Read Article

Franklin K-9 to retire, community invited to honor Shadow - WNKY News 40 Television

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FRANKLIN, Ky. – The Franklin Police Department is inviting the community to celebrate the retirement of K-9 Shadow. With years of dedication, K-9 Shadow is officially retiring. Join the Franklin Police Department on Wednesday, July 9 as one accomplished member of the force hangs up her badge. Starting at 9 a.m., chief Roger Solomon will welcome guests, followed by refreshments and a meet and greet with Shadow. From there, guests can hear a detai…Franklin, Kentucky · Franklin Read Article

Following flood, courthouse repairs progressing

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The Franklin County Courthouse has seen progress in renovations since it flooded in April.Floods · Franklin Read Article

Franklin creates its own planning and zoning board

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The City of Franklin is moving forward with establishing its own planning and zoning commission, a decision stemming from an ongoing dispute with the Simpson County Fiscal Court over their existing interlocal agreement.Franklin, Kentucky · Franklin Read Article

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