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Stepping Stone Mission of Franklin County is Celebrating 20 Years 
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Jennie Lee Reams
Jennie Lee Reams, age 89 of Rocky Mount, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2023….
Infant Curtavius Jaeshawn Hughes
Infant Curtavius Jaeshawn Hughes, born May 31, 2023 passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023. He…
David Martin Hamrick, Sr.
David Martin Hamrick, Sr., age 86 of Penhook passed away at home Sunday, July 23,…
Yvonne V. Anderson
Yvonne V. Anderson, age 87 of Rocky Mount, VA went to be with the Lord…
Polly Darlene (Hardy) Hicks
Polly Darlene (Hardy) Hicks of Rocky Mount, age 67, passed away in her home on…
Melvyn Douglas (Doug) Holland
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Melvyn Douglas (Doug) Holland, age…
James Gerald Powell
James Gerald Powell, age 44 of Martinsville, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023. James was…
15-Year-Old Killed in 220 Crash While Riding Electric Bicycle
FRANKLIN CO. – Virginia State Police is investigating a vehicle verses bicycle crash, which resulted…
Janice Marie Martin
Janice Marie Martin, age 55 of Ferrum, passed away Saturday, April 22, 2023. She was…