News
The Robertson County News and the Franklin Advocate are once again award winning newspapers as both papers received the honor at this years Texas Press Association (TPA) convention.
By Staff Report
D ennis P hillips
F ranklin A dvocate
Newly appointed Laura Stanley takes her seat for the first time at last Tuesday’s Franklin City Council meeting with a smile.
The Franklin City Council returned to business after two cancelled council meetings over the holiday break.
By Dennis Phillips
D ennis P hillips | F ranklin A dvocate
Kevin Gassen, working the tractor helps framer, Pat Binder lift and install one of the 12 columns that are being replaced due to wood rot.
The historic Robertson County Jail is under construction for the next couple of weeks as Gassen Construction has begun repairs to both the upper and lower exterior porch decks and the 12 columns.
By Dennis Phillips
Columns & Opinions
In small Texas towns I have noticed that certain community individuals always run for local offices such as Mayor, City Council and School Board.
By Dennis Phillips
Franklin Advocate
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