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Weather Update for Franklin County 9/16/2024

Free Press Weather

Today: Expect partly sunny skies with a high around 78°F. Winds will be light, coming from the east at 3 to 6 mph. Tonight, it will be mostly cloudy with temperatures dropping to about 61°F and light east winds.

Tomorrow (Tuesday): The day will be mostly cloudy with a high near 75°F and a 30% chance of showers in the afternoon. Winds will be from the northeast at 6 to 9 mph. In the evening, the chance of showers increases to 50%, with temperatures around 63°F.

7-Day Forecast:

  • Wednesday: There’s a 50% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms. It will be mostly cloudy with a high near 76°F.
  • Thursday: A 40% chance of showers continues with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 78°F.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny with a high near 80°F.
  • Saturday: Expect mostly sunny conditions with a high of about 77°F.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny with a high near 74°F.

Currently, there are no major weather alerts for the area. Stay tuned for any updates if conditions change during the week.

This forecast helps you plan your week ahead, especially if you have outdoor activities lined up!

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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.