Over time, many families tend to return to the same holiday favorites, from ham and mashed potatoes to pies and cookie classics. This season, you can add a twist to tradition with these globally inspired desserts.

The Simpson County Historical Society is offering a haunted jail for every weekend in October to the community of Franklin.

A crowd turned out for the rescheduled Community Day at the F-S Jim Roberts Community Park on Sept .28, despite the heat index.

The Gallery on the Square presented a photography exhibit by Linda Paulus, a local photographer who focused her camera lens on the hidden gems of Franklin.

The Franklin Garden Club held their Bicentennial Bloom Garden Show at the Old Favorite on Sept. 18.

The Edge Academy offers fourth and fifth graders a chance to deviate from the normal grade level core content for one day a week.

Kentucky Downs hosted a Family Fun Day and College Day during the live horse races on Sept. 8.

Franklin City Hall has been working to improve alleyways in downtown to promote a safe and inviting environment for visitors and community members. The alleys also allow more space for parking near the square.

Since March 2017, Jimmy Norris has grown out his hair to donate it to Wigs For Kids, a non-profit hair donation organization.

Anyone who has ever lost anything in a big city airport knows it's pretty much a lost cause. The chances of getting it back are slim and none, and you know which one left town. Heck, getting a suitcase back from "lost luggage" is difficult enough, but walking off and forgetting your prized d…

From cleaners and sprays to air fresheners and more, essential oils are making their way into the mainstream as commonplace, common sense household solutions.

Whether you prefer watching your favorite teams in-person or on TV, tailgate season means it's time to break out your party's favorite foods from appetizers and snacks to all-out meals.

A sizzling steak is a surefire sound of summer, and the flavors achieved from one that's perfectly grilled are hard to match.

When it comes to Halloween, carving the same pumpkin designs each year can become routine. This year, save a pumpkin and carve your spooky masterpiece into a watermelon instead.

For busy families, finding time to eat together isn't always easy, but coming together around the dinner table regularly isn't just about keeping hungry bellies full. Family meals nourish the spirit, brain and overall health.

Being a hero goes beyond dressing up in a costume this Halloween season. Children, families and schools across the country can channel their own superpowers to help deliver lifesaving supplies to children in need this October.

Casual and diehard sports fans alike can all agree one of the best parts of game day is the tailgate. Whether you're heading to the game to take part in the action or tuning in on the big screen, you can light up the scoreboard this season with these tips for a fun, easy and downright tasty …

Meredith Raby was the overall winner of the Distinguished Young Woman of Simpson County Scholarship Program on Saturday night at the Roxy Theatre.

This time of year, family life can get a little messy. School schedules and sports activities mix with work commitments, and before long the house is as cluttered as the calendar.

The early morning chaos and activity-packed evenings of the back-to-school season can make finding time to connect challenging. Throughout the day, there can be small windows of time that your family can make the most of -- even if only for a few moments that matter.

Firing up the grill is a year-round pastime for many, especially in fall, when tailgating takes over stadium parking lots nationwide.

Finances can be a significant source of stress in your life, especially if you do not have a clear picture of your income and expenses.

Preparing for an emergency can be a challenge. It oftentimes is hard to foresee when disaster will strike and how to properly prepare before it occurs.

It's time to get your household organized for another school year and all that comes with it.

Don't let the title "Beethoven: The Relentless Revolutionary" throw you off. This is not one of those Marxian screeds that evaluate the work of an artist by perceived progressive leanings: There is nothing of Trotsky and very little of Adorno in this volume. Rather, John Clubbe has written a…

For many Americans, reaching and maintaining financial stability is a goal that tops their checklists. However, the strategies necessary for achieving that goal can quickly fall by the wayside.

Every day, roughly 10,000 baby boomers nationwide turn 65, according to the Pew Research Center, which means that a growing number of Americans are dealing with the many challenges associated with aging parents or relatives. Among them is determining when parents may need assistance they are…

For many Americans, making the jump to buying that first house is a significant achievement that allows them to put their mark on their own space, while creating room for family and pets.

Losing weight is often an idea rather than an undertaking, suggests a recent Gallup Poll, which found that while 51 percent of adults want to shed pounds off their frame, only 25 percent say they are seriously working toward that goal.

Making time to enjoy the outdoors is a simple way to boost your physical and mental well-being, no matter your age. Whether you venture out to the porch to watch the sunset or lace up your golf shoes for an afternoon on the course, there are plenty of ways you can take in some fresh air.

Summer is the perfect time to bring out the grill and enjoy creating a flavorful meal when entertaining your family and friends. While some choose to whip up classic recipes, you can heat things up by taking advantage of all the seasonal ingredients and popular culinary trends, such as optin…