Annual employee back ground checks nixed

Employee background check policies, emergency management training dates, and plans for empty or damaged buildings filled last week’s Franklin County Commissioners Court Workshop meeting.

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Appreciation shown

U.S. Congressman John Ratcliffe(R) provided a U.S. flag that was flown over the nation’s capital as a sign of appreciation to members of the local commissioners court. It was presented by his deputy district director Robbin Bass.

Local bank files fraud charges against debtor

The First National Bank of Mount Vernon filed a report of fraud around 10 a.m. Thursday, March 28. The case includes the removal and possible sale of items from a business that is in default.

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CodeRed two-year contract renewed for less

Franklin County residents and visitors will receive access to early warning messages through a renewed two-year contract for more than $7,000 fewer tax dollars with Onsolve, LLC the parent company for the CodeRed emergency notification service program.

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Record high temps noted in February

Three record temperatures were noted during February 2019 with highs of 80°, 79°, and 79° set on February 5, 6, and 7,  respectively.

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Tractor, shredder purchase approved

The Franklin County Water District Board of Directors approved the purchase of a new tractor and shredder for use by the district’s operations division at a cost of $95,574.69, along with other monthly business at its February meeting.

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Captive escapes in bizarre tale of home kidnapping

Franklin County Sheriff Ricky Jones and investigators Leo Herrera and Leah Thomas search the property owned by David Holladay on High Meadow Drive for evidence.

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Response times well under requirements, 362 4th qt. calls

The Hopkins County Hospital District’s Emergency Medical Services calls in Franklin County totaled 362 in the fourth quarter of 2018.

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