Who is Rankin and why is a square named after him?

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Who is Rankin and why is a square named after him?

On the corner of Phillips and Main streets in downtown Franklin is a beautiful, well-kept garden maintained by the volunteers of the Franklin Garden Club. Called Rankin Square, it was named for MAJ. Nathanial B. Rankin. Rankin was born in October 1828 in Guilford County, N.C. He was a graduate of Davidson College. He …
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Robert Shook

Appreciating the flood of support

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Appreciating the flood of support

Wow! Last edition, I conveyed to readers these words: “We need your feedback on an important issue for Macon Sense.” And you responded. And, you …
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Casey Wilson

Hope House addressing transition housing dilemma

Pay it Forward

Hope House addressing transition housing dilemma

What began a few years ago as a spark of an idea has finally come to fruition. Pastor Ben Windle of Discover Church announced June …
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Deena Bouknight

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