In a world where Jesus’ own words face backlash, Dr. Charles Qualls reflects on Prague Castle, Matthew 5, and why being “salt ...

New Miss Southeastern Virginia Scholarship Organization crowns first Teen and Miss titleholders, who will advance to June's ...

Franklin City Council meets behind closed doors with one city manager candidate, plans talks with a second as it moves toward possible selection.

Franklin school board delays public comment policy changes after board chair says the December vote to change was mishandled.

Southampton County School Board launches survey on superintendent search, seeking community input on qualifications and priorities before a Feb. 18 noon deadline and 6 p.m. public hearing.

Ninth annual First Responder Dinner in Franklin-Southampton served 280 first responders from 14 agencies, backed by local volunteers and sponsors providing steak meals and fellowship.

Rock Church School varsity boys hoops improves to 14-1 and returns to the top of the MACAA 1A North after big wins over Southampton and rival New Life; JV Lions roll to 9-0.

Franklin City School Board member John Thomas Allsbrook challenges a guest column’s claims, stressing that Virginia law gives the board — not staff or counsel — final authority on policy decisions.

Early Childhood Western Tidewater’s director asked Franklin City Council to release $19,536 in carryover funds and restore $13,000 in annual aid after the city ended its fiscal role.

The second annual Walk of Love Gathering, hosted by Franklin-based nonprofit The Widow Walk (TWW), will honor and celebrate the area’s widows and widowers, seeking to encourage them during the ...