Flags-In ceremony
planned by Legion
American Legion Post 52 in Franklinton is inviting the public to join them at Fairview Cemetery in Franklinton at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 23, for Flags-In.
The public will be educated about Veterans' grave markers and given flags to place in their memory and appreciation of their service to our country, organizers said, asking that youth attend to learn about and participate in this tradition. Church youth groups, Scout Troops, Girl Scouts and all the community are invited.

Farmers Market open Fridays
The Franklin County Farmers Market in Shannon Village Shopping Center, Louisburg, is open Fridays 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Spring turnip salad, strawberries, broccoli, garden peas, squash, zucchini, onions, tomatoes, local honey, garden plants, pasture-raised beef, pork, chicken and farm-fresh eggs as well as unique handmade crafts, soaps and candles are available.
For more information call Franklin County Cooperative Extension at 919-496-3344.

Fish plate sale
The Concord Community Center Organization, 645 Walter Grissom Road, Kittrell, will have its annual fish plate sale on June 6 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Cost is $15, which includes two pieces of fish, two sides, slaw, hushpuppies and dessert.

Poppy sale to aid veterans
Auxiliary Unit 52 will have their annual Poppy Day events on Friday, May 22 and Saturday, May 23 in the vicinity of the Food Lion shopping center and Hometown Café in Franklinton.
Poppies are free, but donations are gladly accepted. Proceeds from this fundraiser can only be used to support Veterans in our area.

Veterans to be honored by Legion
American Legion Post 52 will honor and remember all veterans that have served and died for our country at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 24 at Franklinton Veterans Memorial Park on Main Street in Franklinton.
The ceremony will include hoisting of the Colors by Scout Troop 236, Post 52 Roll Call, guest speaker Colonel Benjamin Wynn, commander of the 30th Mobile Bridge Combat Team of the NC Army National Guard, laying of wreath, rifle volley and Taps by the Post 52 Honor Guard. The public is invited.

County Memorial Day schedules
The only Franklin County government operations that will be open normal hours on Monday, May 25, as Memorial Day is observed, will be the various convenience centers and the county's airport.
The solid waste transfer station will be open from 7 a.m. until noon that day as well.
All library branches will be closed on Saturday, May 23, and Monday May 25.
All other Franklin County government offices will be closed on Monday, May 25.

Library planning Touch-a-Truck
The Franklin County Library and county Parks and Rec are having a Touch-a-Truck event at Louisburg High School on Saturday, May 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. for some family fun and cool vehicles from community helpers and business across the county.
The Central Library in Louisburg has reopened after being remodeled. A grand reopening celebration is planned from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, June 4.

Retirement party planned
A retirement party for Brian "Doc" Miller, a veteran local band director, will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, at Joyner Park pavilion B next to the playground. Hot dogs and refreshments will be served and there will be an opportunity to share stories with Miller who taught at both Louisburg High School and Cross Creek Charter School.
For more information contact Mike Anderson at 919-495-3127.

Health, resource fair for veterans
A Health and Resource Fair for Franklin County Veterans is planned for 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Thursday, June 18 in the Franklin County Plaza's training room.
The fair, sponsored by Franklin County Veteran Services, will feature a number of agencies and groups that can be of service to veterans. Services will range from blood pressure checks, to help from United Way, various veterans groups, the library, social services, the American Legion, Amvets, the Raleigh Vet Center, Vance-Granville Community College and a host of others.
Veterans are asked to bring their military ID such as a DD214, NGB Form 22 or Veterans Administration ID card.
For more information, contact Brenda Wilkins or Frizi Yarborough at 919-496-1939.

Louisburg Council plans budget meeting
The Louisburg Town Council will meet in special session Thursday, May 21 (today), at the community center, 124 North Main Street. The meeting is slated to run from 3 until 5 p.m.
The agenda indicates that four department heads will each be given 30 minutes to present their budget priorities. Slated to speak are Police Chief Travis Lincoln, Fire Chief Russell Fuller, Public Service Director Lee Brown and Town Administrator Sean Medlin.
The meeting is open to the public.

Perry's School Reunion is Saturday
Perry's School Reunion will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 23, at Terrell Lane Middle School. The speaker is Dr. Bobbie Richardson and the class of 1962 is in charge. Admission is $25. per person. All graduates, former students and friends are invited.
For further information, call: 919-496-2603.