Phoebe Needles Center for Lifelong Learning 
Stepping Stone Mission of Franklin County is Celebrating 20 Years 
ROADWATCH: May 1-8, 2026 
Franklin Center to Close Through March 27
ROCKY MOUNT – Due to the COVID 19 outbreak, The Franklin Center is going to…
STEP To Continue Offering Most Services To Those in Need
ROCKY MOUNT – Most low-income, anti-poverty services offered by STEP, Inc. will continue to be…
VDOT to Reschedule Martinsville Southern Connector Hearing
MARTINSVILLE – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will reschedule a previously announced public hearing…
SML Visitor Center Temporarily Closes
SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE – In accordance with guidance from Virginia Tourism Corporation and in an…
Franklin Co. Public Library Closed for Coronavirus Prevention
ROCKY MOUNT – Due to growing concerns related to coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the Franklin County…
Governor Northam Announces New Measures to Combat COVID-19
RICHMOND – Governor Ralph Northam today announced additional steps to help Virginians impacted by novel…
Harvester Suspends All March Shows
ROCKY MOUNT – During these unprecedented times and the CDC guidance, the Harvester has suspended all…
Breakfast, Lunch, Devices for Home Learning Will Still Be Offered by Frankin Co. Schools
The following is an email sent out to Franklin County parents by Superintendent Dr. Mark…