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LOUISBURG -- The newest, most dominant strain of COVID is working its way through congregate care and shared housing facilities in Franklin County.
But, unlike the initial onslaught of COVID-19, it's not led to a rash of fatalities.
According to the State Department of Health and Human Services, there are ongoing outbreaks at Franklin Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center [one staff member, two residents], Louisburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center [10 staff members, 25 residents], Franklin Manor Assisted Living Center [one staff member, two residents] and the Franklin County jail [five inmates].

LOUISBURG -- The Franklin County Board of Commissioners approved a policy that county management expects will aid in the hiring process.
By unanimous decision, commissioners put in place the Hiring Incentive and Referral Incentive Policy.
The document, which went into effect immediately on Monday night, would provide an incentive of between $500 and $3,000 to new hires.

Local law enforcement agencies took part in National Night Out festivities in Louisburg and Bunn on Tuesday night. The annual is designed to build a stronger sense of community and open lines of communication between law enforcement and first responders and the communities they serve. Above, from left, Nadia and Paisley Strickland, along with Kyleigh and Shereen Cash check out some pens, pencils, stickers and other items set out by law enforcement agencies to help kids get ready for school.

LOUISBURG -- Town council members have agreed to move ahead with buying a former gas station property they hope can be developed into a key asset for the town.
Just what that asset will be, though, has yet to be determined.

FRANKLINTON -- For nearly three decades, one Franklinton High School graduate has left the southwestern Franklin County school with a scholarship in hand and a path in mind.
And, thanks to the Hugh I. Cash scholarship trust, established in 1992, many of them look back on a path made all the more smoother by Cash's generosity.
Cash, a U.S. Air Force and World War II veteran, established the scholarship in 1992. The first recipient was announced in 1993.

Andre Davis and D.J. Miles

First this week, a little background is in order -- but maybe we'll come back around to something relevant to today.
It was 1987 when I met the late Athlyn Luzier, a tiny fireball of a woman who had been researching the genealogy of the Cunard family for decades. It wasn't long until she "conned" me into meeting her in Belmont County, Ohio, where I grew up, to aid her search for Quaker cemeteries where she could nail down dates and other information.

During most Franklin County Board of Commissioners' meetings, elected officials and staff are often greeted by a familiar voice.
And, he's okay with that.
"... I'm sorry y'all have to keep putting up with me, but these are my concerns," said Louisburg resident Scott Strickland.
"And, if I didn't believe in my community, I wouldn't stand up here in front of you."

Dear editor:
I pen this brief condemnation of monopolies in general and CenturyLink in particular only after making sure my blood pressure is back to normal and my pen will avoid four-letter words -- regardless of their applicability.

Wake Forest, NC--Edward Lynn "Andy" Chatman, 75, of Wake Forest, died July 28, 2022. He was born in Wake County on May 14, 1947, to the late Junious B and Madeline Alice Privette Chatman. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Alice Fay and a brother, Mack "Rabbit" Chatman.

Henderson, NC--Joseph Clifton (Joe) Ayscue, 71 of Henderson died Saturday, July 30, 2022. He was born on July 16, 1951, to the late Roy Lee and Mattie Mosley Ayscue. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by two brothers, Charles N. and John L. Ayscue.

LOUISBURG, NC-- Nathan Kris Lee, age 9, of Louisburg, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, July 30, 2022.

BUNN -- Andre Davis may be a newcomer to the coaching profession, but he has already gained a considerable amount of wisdom in a short period of time.
Consider this nugget from Davis during a break in Bunn's football practice session Monday morning.
"What better way for the young guys to learn what Bunn football is about than from us guys who have done it before?'' Davis asked.

LOUISBURG -- Stan Allen will return as head coach this fall as the Louisburg Warriors will look to make an upward push in the Big East Conference boys soccer standings.
Last season proved to be a learning experience for the Warriors, who were making the move up to the Big East with a young roster.

FRANKLIN COUNTY -- The First Annual 3-K Run/Walk In Memory of Akiah D. McMillan will be held this Saturday at Owens Park in Louisburg.
The event will be held from 8 a.m.-Noon at the park, which is located on the grounds of the former Bull Creek Golf Course at 499 Massenburg Baker Road.
T-shirts will be on sale, and donations will be accepted. Everyone is encouraged to join the event to support mental health.

FRANKLIN COUNTY -- Two skippers with Franklin County connections have earned spots in the 2023 North Carolina Coaches Association's East-West All-Star Games.
Franklinton's Darrin Stinson has been selected as an assistant coach for the East Team at next July's East-West Football Game, which will be held at historic Jamieson Stadium on the campus of Grimsley High School in Greensboro.

FAYETTEVILLE - Jesus Chirinos broke a scoreless tie with a go-ahead double in the 10th inning, relievers Junior Montero and Miguel Guerrero struck out the side in the eighth and ninth respectively, and Brannon Jordan worked a scoreless tenth as the Carolina Mudcats defeated the Fayetteville Woodpeckers 5-4 in ten on Sunday afternoon at SEGRA Stadium.

ROCKY MOUNT -- The city of Rocky Mount, in collaboration with Elizabeth City State University, has announced the 25th Annual Down East Viking Football Classic will take place at 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 10 at the Rocky Mount Athletic Stadium.
This year's game will bring Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association football to the city as Elizabeth City State takes on Livingstone College in a conference rivalry matchup.

Damarion Watkins will be one of the top veteran standouts this season for the Bunn Wildcats. Watkins is in his third year as the Wildcats' starting quarterback.

LOUISBURG -- Crosscreek Charter School in Louisburg has created a memorial garden in front of its new campus in memory of Sue Johnson, who was a very supportive volunteer at the school.
She was also the grandparent of two CCS students, Davin and Ravin Pickrel, and could be seen on the campus at any time with her beloved dachshund, Matilda.

LOUISBURG - Several Franklin County departments will move to new office space starting on Friday.
Franklin County's Planning and Inspections Department, Tax Department, and GIS Department will move from their 215 East Nash Street location to 127 Shannon Village -- the former Louisburg Senior Center -- in Louisburg.