Franklin County

The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down in Franklin County, Tennessee last week.

Homelessness in Ohio increased by 3% in 2025, with 12,196 people affected, according to a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development report. While overall U.S. homelessness decreased by 3%, Ohio saw a rise in unsheltered homelessness (20%) and chronic homelessness, linked to housing shortages and affordability issues.

Dairy Farmers of America will idle its St. Albans milk processing plant and close the adjoining St. Albans Creamery & Supply, affecting 80 employees. The closure, part of broader operational changes, impacts Franklin County’s dairy economy and follows a recent union contract agreement over work conditions.

Lindsey Ferris, from a family of seven siblings, pursued a medical career with support from her VSAC Talent Search counselor, Katie Gesser, and her high school teacher, Mathew Heald. She chose Regis College for its ultrasound program, valuing its tight-knit community and financial aid package.

Coffee County deputies are searching for James R. Thomas, a man who allegedly fled a traffic stop and is wanted on charges including parole violation, felony evading, failure to appear, and driving on a revoked license. He was last seen in the Rutledge Falls area wearing shorts, a sleeveless shirt, and tennis shoes, and may be in Franklin County.

A police officer in Franklin County, North Carolina, was fired and arrested for allegedly having sex in his patrol car and discarding his body camera in a lake to conceal the incident. The officer, Samuel Marcum, faces charges including obstruction of justice and making false official statements.

Severe storms have caused damage across the Plains and Midwest regions, leading to power outages, school closures, and minor injuries. Forecasters warn of potential tornadoes, hail, and flooding in the area on Tuesday.

A former Franklin County Sheriff's deputy in Ohio has been indicted on a three-count charge, including two counts of depriving an inmate of civil rights. The unsealing of the indictment marks a legal action against the former law enforcement officer for alleged violations.