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April 23, 2026

Buffi Smith 1976-2026

Buffi’s greatest joy was spending time with her children and grandchildren. She never missed an opportunity to share how great they are.

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Ruth R. Meily 1931-2026

For 27 years (21 of them in the Penn Manor School District), Ruth was a dedicated educator who shaped the minds of countless students.

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CareerTech Senior Spotlight: Christopher Baker

Christopher Baker, a senior in the Workforce Development Program at the Franklin County Career and Technology Center, has earned several industry-recognized credentials through Mrs. Stockman’s program, including OSHA-10 Certification, Employability

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Robin Houtz 1960-2026

Robin built a steady and dedicated career, working for CITI, First Data, and Fiserv. She was an avid reader. She also loved collecting Tetley tea tins.

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Who We Are

The Franklin County Free Press, established by Vicky Taylor in 2019, emerged as a beacon of local journalism for the residents of Franklin County. Under Vicky's leadership, it quickly became an essential source of news, particularly at a time when major newspaper publications were increasingly overlooking local coverage.

On January 1, 2022, the torch was passed to Nathan Neil and his firm, Neil Publishing, LLC. Neil, a local entrepreneur with multiple thriving businesses in Chambersburg, shares Vicky's fervent commitment to both the community and the world of local journalism.

Rooted in the heart of Franklin County and powered by its residents, the Franklin County Free Press continues to bridge the gap, ensuring that the local stories, events, and issues that matter most to the community remain in the spotlight.