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New Phone Policy: Here's What's Happening

New Phone Policy: Here’s What’s Happening

Haiden Austin, Staff Writer September 29, 2025

A meeting held by the Board of Education of Macon County schools on Monday, September 22, lead to a 3-2 vote on a new cell phone policy that eliminates the use of personal technology for the entire school...

Developing Eye at the Center of Hurricane Humberto by JPSS Imagery

Hurricane Humberto and Imelda

Haiden Austin, Staff Writer September 29, 2025

Hurricane season is here and ready to impact anything and all in its path. Just like the catastrophic causes of hurricane Helene last year, we’re facing storms just as bad this 2025 season. Since...

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Samantha Wilson, Staff Writer September 29, 2025

Did you know that almost 30% of our school's population is made up of Hispanic students? If not, then you may not realize the importance of celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at our school. This year...

A Pinch of Courage

A Pinch of Courage

Skylar Easter, Staff Writer September 29, 2025

It was first thing Friday morning in Mrs. Kussow's room. Mrs. Kussow started advising HOSA members on what they needed to help with, and the members rushed around following her instructions set up equipment...

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Igniting Innovation and Shaping Society

Alivia Clouse, Staff Writer September 28, 2025

On Friday, our very own Franklin Panther STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) club got the opportunity to visit the Western Carolina Campus for their annual STEM Outreach Day. The trip...

Macon County Fair Marks 70 Years of Community Fun

Macon County Fair Marks 70 Years of Community Fun

Emily Lewis, Staff Writer September 21, 2025

The smell of funnel cakes and livestock filled the barns last week as the Macon County Fair celebrated its 70th anniversary. Macon County’s version keeps things simple with local booths and plenty of...

The Race for Presidency

The Race for Presidency

Alivia Clouse and Lana Walker September 21, 2025

In preparations for this year's elections, The Prowler Press spent the last week tracking down candidates for the Franklin High School student council elections. Elections will be held tomorrow, Tuesday,...

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