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LOUISBURG -- Police arrested a Louisburg man who led them on a chase following an apparent domestic dispute.
Louisburg police responded to Walmart after a woman reported that someone damaged her vehicle and threatened her by pointing a gun. Authorities allege Shane Gerald attempted to leave the scene the afternoon of Nov. 21, leading authorities on a chase that ended in the 100 block of Bullock Drive.

With Turkey Day in the rear-view mirror and outside temperatures getting downright chipper, it's time to prepare for the upcoming visit from Jolly Old St. Nick.
In what will likely seem like the blink of an eye, we'll be putting out cookies for the big guy and maybe some sugar to keep his reindeer charged up for their long night of toy distribution.
And in between -- especially if you have little ones in your home or as regular visitors -- there will be that whole "Elf on a Shelf" thing to contend with!

Life comes at you fast ... particularly when your memory starts fading.
By the way, that happens at around 50, boys and girls.
Anyway, in my reporter travels this week, someone asked me if I was ready for Dec. 4?!?
Doing some feeble attempts at mental and memory gymnastics -- filtering through my list of Christmas parades, tree lightings and Christmas markets -- I tried but couldn't immediately think of anything that was special about the date.

Dear editor:
This letter is regarding a Franklin Times news story in the Thursday, Nov. 23, edition that stated "big rigs a burden in Youngsville." I don't understand how politics work, local, state or national!

Dear editor:
With Thanksgiving behind us, it is obvious that the nation is still divided. I might have discovered part of the problem. Especially after the terrorist attack in Israel, the difference in news coverage, both in print, on network news and cable news is astounding.
It appears there is far more opinion than actual coverage on most of the networks. Is the national news media directing public opinion?

The Cherry Hill Concert Series will present a program of Thanksgiving, Advent, and Christmas music at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2.
Daniel Steinert, pianist and choral director; Brian Koser, soprano saxophone; and the Cherry Hill Youth Voices will combine their talents in performing "Now Thank We All Our God," Gabriel's Oboe,""Go Tell It On The Mountain" and many other beloved works. A highlight of this program is the opportunity for the audience to participate and lift their voices in song with the performers.

LOUISBURG -- North Carolina is expanding who can get Medicaid starting December 1, but folks can start applying before that date.
Adults ages 19 through 64 earning up to 138 percent of the federal poverty line -- singles earning about $20,000/year or families of three earning about $34,000/year -- may be eligible.
The best way to apply is online through ePASS; you can also apply in-person, by phone or mailed applications.

FRANKLINTON -- Now comes the next step for a talented trio of Franklinton High School's star-studded senior class.
Those exceptional student-athletes signed letters-of-intent two weeks ago to continue their respective careers on the collegiate level.
And the names aren't just ordinary roster members -- each one could make a strong case for being one of the top performers in their endeavors in FHS' school history.

MIKAYLA TABORN SIGNS WITH CAMPBELL

FRANKLIN COUNTY -- It's become an annual custom for Franklin County prep spike standouts to earn All-Region 3 honors by the North Carolina Volleyball Coaches Association -- and the 2023 campaign proved to be no different.
A whopping five county stars made the elite list, including two each from Franklinton and Louisburg -- and one more from Bunn.

FRANKLIN COUNTY -- What's next?
That's the off-season theme for each of Franklin County's trio of high school football teams as they look forward to the 2024 campaign.
Only one county squad -- Louisburg -- qualified for the state playoffs this fall as the Warriors, with a young roster, went 6-6 overall while winning the Class 2-A portion of the split Northern Lakes Athletic Conference.

FRANKLIN COUNTY -- Here are last Friday's results and this Friday night's Regional Championship schedule for the North Carolina High School Athletic Association's Class 2-A and 3-A State Football Playoffs:

KittrelL, NC--Michael Todd Twisdale, 50, of Kittrell, died November 25, 2023. He was born on April 24, 1973, the son of Margaret Roberson Hicks and the late Charles Michael Twisdale.

Louisburg, NC--Dwight Steve Wynne, 72 died Monday, November 20, 2023, with family members by his side. He was born October 29,1951, in Franklin County to the late George Washington and Shirley Ayscue Wynne. In addition to his parents, Dwight was preceded in death by his brother, Tommy Wynne; and a sister, Linda W. Taylor.

Louisburg, NC--Raymond Warren Foster Jr., 57 died Wednesday, November 22, 2023. He was born March 16,1966, in Franklin County to Raymond Warren Foster Sr. and the late Mary Charles Dement Foster. In addition to his mother, Warren was predeceased by his brother, Jason Edward Foster.

Washington, DC--Funeral services for Dr. Worta J. McCaskill-Stevens, age 74, formerly of Louisburg, NC, who died on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, will be held on Saturday, December 2, at 11 a.m. from the Walnut Grove Baptist Church in Louisburg with Rev. Thomas Richardson officiating. Burial will follow in the Fogg Family Cemetery.

Louisburg, NC--Graveside services for Travonda Gantt Lee, age 55, who died on Thursday, November 23, 2023, will be held on Saturday, December 2, at 2 p.m. from the Penderman Family Cemetery at 1581 Schloss Road, Louisburg, N.C. with Rev. Anthony Alston officiating.

Franklinton, NC--Beverly Fleming Ramey, 86, of Franklinton, NC, peacefully passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023, in her home surrounded by her family. Beverly was born in Franklin County on March 1, 1937 to Norwood and Hattie Fleming.

LOUISBURG, NC--John Oliver Sledge, III, 79, passed away on November 21, 2023. John was born on June 16, 1944 to the late John Oliver Sledge Jr. and Ina Pearce Sledge.

Franklinton, NC--Stella Bryan Holley, 98 of Franklinton, died Friday, November 17, 2023.

Stella was born March 12, 1925 in Wake County to the late Ernest Harold Bryan and Ila Jones Bryan. She worked at Mill Outlet for many years and was an excellent seamstress. Stella retired from Wake Medical Center. Stella was a devoted wife to her late husband Sam Holley, a wonderful mother to her four children, and a loving grandmother to nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren.

Well, we made it.
So, Happy Turkey Day and here's hoping you and your family find time to relax and enjoy, not only the good food but also the time together.
In this hectic, often frantic world, we sometimes forget to slow down, relax and just enjoy!
Don't know about you but it's difficult for me to believe that Thanksgiving is here -- and that it's just possible Santa Claus is peeking around the corner anxiously awaiting his return to the spotlight.

LOUISBURG -- A recount and canvass officially cemented the municipal election.
Franklinton Mayor Art Wright retained his seat by the slimmest of margins -- 166-165 -- withstanding a challenge and recount petition from Commissioner John Allers.
"I appreciate everything [the Board of Elections has done to certify the election]," Wright said in the moments following the Nov. 16 recount.