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Stepping Stone Mission of Franklin County is Celebrating 20 Years 
ROADWATCH: May 1-8, 2026 
VA Dept. of Health Issues Reduced Quarantine Guidelines
RICHMOND – Today, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) announced because of substantial levels of…
Suspect Sought in Robbery of Convenience Store
ROCKY MOUNT – The Franklin County Sheriff’s Department needs your help identifying the suspect in…
Reva Bowman Hudson
Reva Bowman Hudson, age 74 of Rocky Mount was born on December 21, 1945 and…
Tips to Prevent Porch Pirates from Stealing Your Holiday Packages
FRANKLIN COUNTY – The Franklin County Sheriff’s Department is offering some helpful tips on how…
Festive Fridays coming to Rocky Mount in December
ROCKY MOUNT – The Town of Rocky Mount and the Community Partnership for Revitalization are…
State Police Push Safety First Ahead of Thanksgiving Travel Rush
RICHMOND – For many Virginians, Thanksgiving is going to look different than in previous years,…
Cobbs Sworn in as Superintendent
ROCKY MOUNT – Franklin County educator Dr. Bernice Cobbs was sworn in as Franklin County…
Virginians Encouraged to Use New Online Two-Year Renewal Option for Driver’s Licenses and ID Cards
RICHMOND – Most Virginians who renewed their driver’s license or identification cards through the Department…
Bridgewater Plaza Cancels Santa Event Due to COVID Concerns
SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, VA – Due to new state restrictions aimed at preventing the spread…