Stew sale
The Louisburg Moose Lodge is planning a Brunswick Stew sale, take-out only, on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 1 to 4 p.m.
To order, contact Johnny King at 919-496-8668, or E.H. Smith at 919-495-5390.

BBQ Plate sale
The Justice Volunteer Fire Department will be holding a plate sale on Saturday, Nov. 1 at the fire department and D&J.
Plates will be $12 each and feature either barbecue pork or chicken with all the fixin's. Sales will begin at 11 a.m.

Spaghetti supper
Boy Scout Troop 555 of Louisburg will sponsor an Election Night Spaghetti Supper on Tuesday, Nov. 4, from 4 p.m. until sold out. The supper will be held at the Franklin County Farmer's Market in the Shannon Village Shopping Center. Cost is $10 per plate, will include spaghetti and bread. Sauce is also available for $10 per quart after 6 p.m. Take out only.
Boy Scout Troop 555 is sponsored by Louisburg United Methodist Church.

Turkey Trot signups underway
Registration is now open for a downtown Louisburg Turkey Trot that is being planned to kick off at 8 a.m. Thanksgiving Day this year.
The course, which begins at 203 West Nash Street, will take runners through historic downtown Louisburg and will be timed by Run the East, LLC. There will be prizes for first, second and third place for both male and female participants as well as for best costume.
Those registering by Nov. 3 are guaranteed a tee-shirt, organizers said, and there is a fee to sign up.
Proceeds from the family-friendly event will benefit Care and Share and Help Center NC.

Legion plans Veterans Day event
American Legion Post 52 in Franklinton is planning a special Veterans Day ceremony beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday Nov. 8, in the Franklinton Veterans Memorial Park on South Main Street. The event will honor all veterans, currently serving military personnel and their families..
Post 52 plans to welcome all veterans and citizens to a Family Fun Day that same day from noon to 3 p.m. at the Legion Post, 40 American Legion Road, Franklinton. There will be family games, cornhole, face painting, inflatables and free hamburgers and hot dogs (donations accepted).

Farmers market open Fridays
The Franklin County Farmers Market is open Fridays from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the Shannon Village Shopping Center, Louisburg. Turnip and mustard greens, turnip roots, collards, cabbage, squash, zucchini, sweet potatoes, vine-ripe tomatoes, local honey, pasture-raised pork, beef, chicken, and lamb are available. Unique handmade crafts from quilts to wooden ware and silver as well as soaps for skin care and cleaning and other handmade crafts also will be offered.
For more information call Franklin County Cooperative Extension at 919-496-3344.

Breakfast for vets, families
Veterans and their immediate family are being invited to a free breakfast hosted by the Knights of Columbus, Fr. Emil J. Kapaun Assembly 3440.
The breakfast will be at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 2227 Highway 39/401 North in Louisburg from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday, Nov. 8.
Those planning to attend should RSVP via text to 919-986-9171 not later than Nov. 1.

Veterans Day schedules
All Franklin County government offices, including all libraries, will be closed all day Tuesday, Nov. 11, to observe Veterans Day.
However, the solid waste transfer station, the convenience centers and the county airport will all be open on their regular schedules that day.

Change to aid firemen
A Change for Change fund drive, hosted by the Franklin County Interfaith Council is underway.
The event is to raise money for the Louisburg Fire Department's swift water rescue program.
Jars are in place around the county to gather donations of change to support the project.

Lions fixing pancakes
The Franklinton Lions Club is planning a Pancake Supper on Thursday, Oct. 30, at the Lions Building on Chavis Street in Franklinton.
Serving will begin at 5 p.m. and continue until 7:30 p.m.

Hunger, homelessness in focus
Franklin County Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month is in November 2025. The Franklin County Interfaith Council will sponsor several events in addressing the need for shelter and food insecurities in the county. The public is invited to attend these events.
These events are:
•Gala for Hope on Nov. 1 at Miles Magnolia Event Center, 24 Douglas Road, Louisburg. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and there will be entertainment, dinner, a cash bar and a silent auction. There is a charge for tickets.
•A Candlelight Prayer Vigil will be held Nov. 18 on the Franklin County Courthouse steps in Louisburg, beginning at 5:30 p.m.
The event is to shine a light on hunger and homelessness in Franklin County.
• A Thanksgiving Day Community Donner will be held in the Louisburg College dining hall on Thanksgiving day. The event will run from noon to 3 p.m. and volunteers are needed to help prepare food, serve food and/or donate a grocery gift card.
This is a free event and more information is available by calling 919-426-2656 or at contact Raleighjustserve@gmail.com

Fall Crawl in Franklinton
Collective Arts of Franklin County will host the first-ever Franklinton Fall Crawl on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 1 to 5 p.m. in downtown Franklinton featuring local artists, live music and family-friendly activities throughout Main Street.
Artists will be set up inside participating downtown businesses, giving visitors a chance to explore shops, view original artwork and meet Franklin County's local creatives.
A highlight will be a public jam session at the Texaco Stage, open to both kids and adults. Community members are encouraged to bring their instruments and join in. The event will also include free art activities and a raffle to support local arts programming.
A limited number of artist slots are still available. Those interested can email info@collectiveartsfc.com or text 919-495-4270 for details.
For more information, visit collectiveartsfc.org.

Coats for Christmas
The annual Coats for Christmas drive is currently underway. You may drop off your new or good used clean coats, gloves and scarves at the local Farm Bureau office, 496 Redwood Lane, Louisburg.
All sizes are needed especially for kids. Donated items will be taken to Safe Space, the Senior Center and other places in Franklin County as needed. The coat drive has been going on for over 30 years.
For more information, call Wayne Champion at Farm Bureau, 919-496-2051.

Lions plan glowball tourney
The Louisburg Lions Club is planning a Glowball Tournament on Nov. 3. The our annual Coats for Kids tournament will be held at Peachtree Hills Country Club in Spring Hope. Registration fee is $35 (includes hamburger and chips dinner). Sign up is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
All proceeds go to the Coats For Kids 2025 fundraiser. Contact Dwayne Turner at dwat39@gmail.com if you have questions.

Chili cook-off benefits women
The first Farm Bureau chili cook-off will be held Saturday, Nov. 15 at 5 p.m. at Tar Banks Brewing, in downtown Louisburg.
Several chilis will be prepared, along with all the fixings. Cost is $10, and all the proceeds will go toward the Franklin County Women's Committee, the non-profit group promoting agriculture.
You may vote on your favorite chili. Prizes will be awarded to the winning chili. Vegetarian options will be available. For more information, call Wayne Champion at 919-496-2051.