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Opinion: America may be messy and flawed, but it also is rock solid

We are far from Christmas, but a famous scene in the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life” is worth remembering as . . .

Pine Community News

Well hello there again everyone. I hope you all had a fantastic 4th of July holiday. Our great Independence day . . .

Lucille Luper Wade, 87

Lucille Luper Wade, 87, a resident of Franklinton died Monday, June 29, 2026 at her residence. She was a member . . .

Enon Community News

Happy 250th Birthday to America! I hope you all had a safe and great time celebrating America’s birthday and the . . .

Revival set at Lear's Hill Church of God In Christ

The annual revival at Lear's Hill Church of God in Christ will be held Wednesday thru Friday, July 15-16-17 at . . .

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Winbury Club meets; new officers are named
Thu,07/09/26-11:04AM , 214 Reads
The Winbury Club’s recent meeting was held at the home of Linda Crain.
In the photo above are the new club officers. From left to right are: Coylean Schloegel, historian; Jeannie Dillon, treasurer; Cheryl Wainwright, secretary; Jana Stafford, vice president; and Joni Brindle, president.

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By HOLLY GILL SANDERS
Wed,07/08/26-5:40PM , 257 Reads
I want to wish a special Happy Birthday to Mrs. Cherry Estes! She turned 100 on July 4th! Mrs. Cherry celebrated her 100th birthday at Fair City Nursing Home surrounded by family and friends. She enjoyed the fellowship, and certainly her birthday cake, because she loves her sweets. She had a great day!
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Jill Stafford Bulloch, 72
Wed,07/08/26-5:30PM , 192 Reads
Jill Stafford Bulloch, age 72, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday July 5, 2026 after a courageous battle with ALS. She was born on March 12, 1954 at Stafford Clinic in Franklinton. Jill was the fifth of nine children born to parents Gary B. Stafford, Sr. and Josie Bateman Stafford.
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About Social Security Survivor's benefits
Wed,07/08/26-5:20PM , 76 Reads
Losing a spouse is difficult emotionally and financially. Social Security can help during this time. When your spouse passes away, you may be able to get benefits as a surviving spouse – even if you’re divorced.

You may be eligible for survivor benefits if:
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82°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Chance of Rain: 70%
Max Temp: 84°F
Min Temp: 73°F
Feels Like: 78°F
Dew Point: 74°F
Humidity: 97%
Sunrise: 6:06 AM
Sunset: 8:05 PM

Wind Speed: 5 mph
Wind Direction: SW
Wind Gust: 9 mph
Sky Cover: 80%
Visibility: 7 mi
Dew Point: 74°F
Moon Rise: 4:55 AM
Moon Set: 7:52 PM

Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy. High near 84, with temperatures falling to around 80 in the afternoon. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

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