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Weather Update for Franklin County 8/26/2026

Free Press Weather

Franklin County will see mostly sunny and warm conditions today before the chance for showers and thunderstorms increases Thursday.

Today — Wednesday, August 26

Patchy fog is possible early this morning, especially in areas where visibility typically drops. Otherwise, skies will become mostly sunny.

High: Around 85°F
Tonight: Mostly cloudy
Low: Around 66°F

Winds will remain light, becoming southerly at about 5 to 7 mph this afternoon.

Tomorrow — Thursday, August 27

Thursday will be warmer and more unsettled. Showers and thunderstorms will become possible during the day, with storms becoming more likely later in the afternoon.

High: Around 87°F
Low Thursday night: Around 63°F
Rain chance: About 60%

Some thunderstorms could become strong, with gusty winds and heavy rainfall possible. Storm chances will continue into Thursday evening before decreasing overnight.

7-Day Forecast

Wednesday: Mostly sunny. High near 85°F. Low near 66°F.

Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, especially later in the day. High near 87°F. Low near 63°F.

Friday: Mostly sunny. High near 84°F. Low near 61°F.

Saturday: Sunny. High near 83°F. Low near 63°F.

Sunday: Mostly sunny. High near 86°F.

Monday: Mostly sunny and warmer. High near 90°F. Low near 70°F.

Tuesday: Mostly sunny. High near 89°F.

Weather Alerts

No active weather warnings were identified for Franklin County early Wednesday morning. Residents should continue to monitor Thursday’s forecast as thunderstorms may develop during the afternoon and evening, bringing the potential for strong winds and heavy rainfall.

Nancy Irene Thomas 1947-2026

Nancy loved traveling with her husband and watching game shows on television. She loved country music and was a fan of Elvis Presley. 

Mary Kay Naugle 1947-2026

Mary Kay Naugle, 79, of Chambersburg, passed away Wednesday, October 14 2026 peacefully at the Shippensburg Rehabilitation and Nursing Care. Born January 26, 1947 in Waynesboro, she was the daughter

Kara A Topper 1968-2026

Kara devoted herself to nursing, caring for others with a tender heart and a gift for making people feel seen, comforted, and loved.

Robin Kay Thomas 1966-2026

Robin enjoyed watching anything true crime or her favorite TV show, Law & Order SVU. She had a heart and compassion for animals.

Terisha Mi Cook 1973-2026

Terisha was a school teacher with the state of Maryland, she loved being a positive influence on so many young lives.

Linda L. Miller 1945-2026

In her earlier years Linda worked at the former Howard Johnsons on the turnpike and later at the Stanley Clothing Company in Chambersburg.

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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.