Franklin County supervisors reduce proposed tax rate
Franklin County residents were given some minor tax relief Monday with supervisors reducing their originally proposed real estate tax rate by 2 cents.
Source: roanoke.com
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School board considers crack down on cell phone usage
The Franklin County School Board is considering changes to the high school's cell phone policy. Members reviewed the current policy Monday and discussed additional limits to student usage.
Source: roanoke.com
Supervisors look to lower tax burden on residents
The Franklin County Board of Supervisors is looking for additional ways to provide some relief to residents following a massive increase in assessed property values.
Source: roanoke.com
Public pushes back against plans to close 2 schools
At a special public hearing held Saturday, the community urged the Franklin County School Board think carefully before making a decision on the fate of Henry and Burnt Chimney elementary schools. Both are facing possible closure at the end of the current school year.
Source: roanoke.com
Supervisors address school concerns at special meeting
A special meeting called by the Franklin County Board of Supervisors on Thursday gave no new information on the fate of multiple elementary schools in the county facing closure due to a reduction in state funding.
Source: roanoke.com