Pottery & Artwork at Natually Yours Studio in Downtown Franklin, NC   Mike & Christy Barber own a quaint little shop in Downtown Franklin, NC   Be sure to stop in and see the latest hand thrown pottery by Mike and the Artwork of Christy.  ~ Barber Pottery ~ Our stoneware is handcrafted in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina by Mike and Christy Barber. Every piece is wheel thrown by Mike before being hand carved by Christy. Finally, each piece is finished by spraying multiple layers of glaze before being fired to over 2100 degrees.   Are carvings and glazes take their inspiration from nature, where we spend our free time hiking and fly fishing. Our pottery is meant to be used and enjoyed. Every piece we make is oven, dishwasher, and microwave safe. We hope you will enoy using our potte... 01/01/2010

“Cold for a Cause” campaign at Farm Bureau Ins. Franklin, NC  Is Patrick Jenkins Nuts? Patrick Jenkins will spend 48 hours in a crane out in the cold.  BRRRRRRR JR Sander is donating the crane for the cause.  They will be collecting items for people in need for people in Franklin, NC. Farm Bureau agent Patrick Jenkins of Franklin, NC will spend 48 hours out in the “cold” in a crane from Jan. 8-10.     Items needed are coats, blankets, gently used and new gloves, firewood, canned goods and non-perishable food items and personal items.  Please stop by and support Patrick and donate for a good cause and people in need right here in Franklin, NC. NC Farm Bureau Agency 1866 Highlands Rd, Franklin, NC 28734 Call (828)524-6147 for more information. NC Farm Bureau Agents: Charles Thun, David Mi... 01/01/2010

Enjoy Dancing New Year's Eve at Macon County Community Building - Franklin, NC Need some good clean fun on New Year's Eve in Franklin, NC?  The High Mountain Squares are holding a dance at the Community Building in Franklin, NC.  Why not give it a try you might like it and join them New Year's Eve Dance Date(s): Dec 31, 2009 When: 9-12 midnight Where: Macon County Community Building Macon County Community Building. 9-12 midnight. www.highmountainsquares.org. 828-349-0905 or 828-349-4187. Macon County Community Facilities Building 1288 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734                                                                 Directions: From Georgia:     From Dillard, GA, proceed North on 441. When you cross the state line into North Carolina, 441 is referred to as the Georgia Roa... 12/28/2009

Where to eat in Franklin,NC - Caffe Rel 459 E Main St, Franklin, NC 28734   It's all about the food! It's one of the locals favorite places for lunch and dinner and we hate that the word got out not only in Franklin,NC but other States.  That's right people drive from Ga,Tn, Sc to eat here. In season you can expect long lines to get in but well worth the wait.  It only has 16 tables, they turn fast and owner & Chef Richard E. Long has no plans to expand or move. Notice his initials make up the second half of the name.  After a career of managing prestigious culinary establishments, Long opened up Caffe Rel in Franklin,NC in 2003.   Caffe REL is in an odd spot of Franklin,NC, adjoining The Hot Spot, a 24 hour gas station & convenient store.When you open the doors your in for a big surpri... 12/20/2009

Wonderful Event held in Downtown Franklin,NC ~ Franklin,NC Merchants put on a show! I hope you did not miss this Event held every year in downtown Franklin,NC.  Just in case you did or wimped out because of the chill in the air I was there and enjoyed with out you.  Don't get too bummed there is good news, I am willing to share it with you. Franklin,NC Merchants all participate by staying open late.                                Downtown Clock Tower in Franklin,NC   Its a Victorian Holiday Celebration along town-hill in Franklin,NC. Featuring "live" window displays of the season, carolers and other sounds of the season, carriage rides, refreshments and more! The first two Fridays after Thanksgiving every year. www.renewingfranklin.org At the Gazebo in Franklin,NC is where the holiday m... 12/15/2009

Franklin, NC: What to do if the power gos out - Tips from Duke Power in Franklin,NC Our Power was out yesterday from 12:45pm until 9:30pm last night and the weather was windy and cold.  When we first moved to Franklin,NC back in 1993 a big storm hit called the blizzard of 93.  We arrived just after that terrible storm where power was out for a few weeks in some areas in Franklin,NC.  Since then we experience a 7 day outage a few years after that and we bought a generator and switched out wood fireplace to gas Check out Bishop's Home Center in Franklin,NC for a wide selection of fire places, custom cabinets & counter tops, gas grills, and installation. Contact : Donnie Bishop (828) 369-7875    61 S Patton Ave  Franklin, NC , 28734 I thought of people here last night that may not have suc... 12/10/2009

A Visit to Fort Myers, Fl.  Shocking for an X resident who lives in Franklin,NC mountains now. I went for a short visit to Fort Myers, FL. and was I shocked at the growth since I left in 1991 and moved to the mountains in Franklin,NC.  I was toured around my old stomping grounds by a friend who still lives in Old Ft. Myers and my husband is there remodeling her home.  I was just amazed over the changes that have been made.  I really thought they did a good job at this shopping center where you park in front of the stores and above are condos that people live in.  Not good for a shop-a-holic!  Kinda reminded me of New Orleans. Of course I had to take a stroll down Fashion Dr. This was not the Fort Myers I lived in back in the 80s.  We had the Edison Mall and that was it. I just fell in l... 12/09/2009

        Franklin, NC Shopping & Window Wonderland Downtown Franklin, NC THIS FRIDAY NIGHT IN FRANKLIN, NC!!! Come visit Franklin, NC for Christmas.  This is a must not miss event every year in Franklin, NC.  You can hardly get into some of the shops but that is part of the fun.  It truly gets me into the spirit of Christmas.  I love to see the people dressed up sitting in the windows of store fronts in old-fashion cloths, telling stories, weaving baskets, knitting, sipping tea and the kids have a blast.                   The first two Fridays following Thanksgiving, Franklin will again be transformed into an old-fashioned holiday of yesteryear. On December 4 and December 11, 2009 from 5-8pm Window Wonderland will take Franklin, NC back in time as "windows come alive" with living scenes ... 12/08/2009

A visit from Jamie Gibson from Sun Trust Mortage in Franklin, NC reporting that the Mortgage Rates are going UP! Jamie Gibson from Sun Trust Mortgage in Franklin, NC came in to give us the latest on the mortgage rates as he does from time to time.   Jamie has watched Macon county (Franklin,NC) grow & blossom into a neat little town. If you need a great loan officer who follows up and through the entire process give Jamie a call. The rates below are indications for 60 day lock-ins on single family, owner-occupied properties with a loan to value ratio of 80% or less, for applications filed using our Online Loan Application unless otherwise noted as of 12/4/2009. Rates, points and closing costs may vary based on loan features, geography and/or other terms and conditions. Rates, points and ... 12/04/2009

Cowee Valley Community in Macon County, Franklin, NC is a beautiful place to live and have fun.  If you would like to live in the country, have awesome great smokey mountain views, enjoy the wildlife, then you would want to check out Cowee Valley Community in Franklin, NC.  Even the locals say this is one of the most beautiful & peaceful places around. Cowee Valley Community - Franklin, NC is also know for its Ruby & Sapphire Gem Mines.  The Gem Capitol of the World with huge shows every year for the dealers and the public.  Us locals call it God's Country because of the beauty of the land & wildlife here. There are several Gem Mines in Franklin, NC around Cowee Valley Community and surrounding areas still open today that attracts thousands of tourist each year. Mining for ruby's and sa... 12/03/2009

Shopping in Downtown Franklin,NC: Window Wonderland in Franklin, NC a must not miss event held every year. Come visit Christmas in Franklin, NC Window Wonderland ~ Franklin, NC Come visit Franklin, NC for Christmas.  This is a must not miss event every year in Franklin, NC.  You can hardly get into some of the shops but that is part of the fun.  It truly gets me into the spirit of Christmas.  I love to see the people dressed up sitting in the windows of store fronts in old-fashion cloths, telling stories, weaving baskets, knitting, sipping tea etc..                                                      The first two Fridays following Thanksgiving, Franklin will again be transformed into an old-fashioned holiday of yesteryear. On December 4 and December 11, 2009 from 5-8pm Window Wonderla... 11/29/2009

I love this time of the year when the weather is still not too cold but winter is coming.  I have many things to be grateful for this year and its time to reflect on the year that has just flew by me.  We have a tradition at our house that I cook for Thanksgiving and Mom does Christmas dinner. We don't have a very big family, its just the three of us but we carry on just like any other big family would.  We have one other family member come for Christmas and that is Joe's sister. We have been invited over the years to join others however, we politely decline to keep our tradition going.  Besides we like all the left overs, that is the best part of Thanksgiving.  Who doesn't want turkey sandwiches with dressing on top for days... Yum! Here at Classic GMAC Real Estate in Franklin, NC we a... 11/23/2009

On the cover of The Franklin Press the county tax assessor announce that Macon County will postpone the county's revaluation of real property until 2013.  It is being pushed back because of depressed sales and market instability due to economic rescission.  They said they have to give the market time to stabilize and establish where the market is.  If they did proceed with the 2011 tax revaluation land developers and land speculators would probably see a lowering of their tax liability but it would be picked up by the average residential home owner if they did lower the values.  They have to come up with the same revenue to meet current budgets.  Another reason is it would cause so much chaos and confusion because they don't have enough market data to do it equitably.  That is due to no... 11/22/2009

 Mike & Christy Barber own a quaint little shop in Downtown Franklin, NC 28734.  Be sure to stop in and see the latest hand thrown pottery by Mike and the Artwork of Christy.  ~ Barber Pottery ~ Our stoneware is handcrafted in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina by Mike and Christy Barber. Every piece is wheel thrown by Mike before being hand carved by Christy. Finally, each piece is finished by spraying multiple layers of glaze before being fired to over 2100 degrees.   Are carvings and glazes take their inspiration from nature, where we spend our free time hiking and fly fishing. Our pottery is meant to be used and enjoyed. Every piece we make is oven, dishwasher, and microwave safe. We hope you will enoy using our pottery as much as we enjoy making it. All stoneware pottery is ove... 11/04/2009

Thought I would share some Fall pictures here in Fanklin, NC                It was a lot of fun watching all the children dress up for Halloween and get ready for the famous pumpkin roll contest.  Held this year, October 23 & 24 – It was the  13th Annual Pumpkin Fest  - Hayrides were at East Franklin Shopping Center from 3pm - 6pm, After School Treats for the kids in East Franklin Shopping Center from 3pm - 5pm.  On Saturday, 10/25 they had the Street festival along Main Street with crafters, Famous Pumpkin Roll, Live Music all day, Pie Eating Contest, Games, Costume Contest and Parade along with Food.                     11/03/2009

Real Estate In Franklin NC * Franklin NC Real Estate * What's the Big Deal?The quaint town of Franklin NC is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, offering residents and visitors a wealth of activities for the entire family. Franklin is large enough to offer most everything you need, but small enough to provide the relaxing North Carolina mountain lifestyle you have been looking for. Surrounded by beautiful streams, waterfalls, mountains, hills and valleys, the real estate options are abundant and spectacular. There are mountain-top real estate communities with views that stretch to the horizon and wonderful golf communities featuring superb and challenging mountain courses. Home options range from riverfront townhomes to elegant hilltop estates with long-range mountain... 11/01/2009

  Looking for something to do this weekend in Franklin, NC?  Well, don't miss this event held every year.   What to do in the Franklin Area and Macon CountyOctober 23 & 24- 13th Annual Pumpkin Fest - 10/24 - Hayrides from East Franklin Shopping Center from 3pm - 6pm, After School Treats for the kids in East Franklin Shopping Center from 3pm - 5pm. Saturday, 10/25 Street festival along Main Street with crafters, Famous Pumpkin Roll, Live Music all day, Pie Eating Contest, Games, Costume Contest and Parade along with Food. 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Town of Franklin, Franklin Main Street Program and Franklin Tourism Development Committee. Contact 828-524-2516.   Fall is Here!!!    www.classicGMACre.com 10/23/2009

Everyone is Welcome to attend our Open House's this Sunday at Coventry Place!  4 Brand New Homes to choose from.  Other homes are available to view and own as well.  We will have Apple Cider, home made cookies, and Door Prizes!  This is the perfect time of the year to get out, go for a drive and drop by for some cider.  STILL TIME TO CHOOSE COLORS FOR INSIDE ON SOME MODELS.  10/14/2009

  J.C. Jacobs & wife Frankie                                             Many of Folk sit here for an afternoon chat! ~History of Peoples on the Square~ The founder of People's Department Store, Mr. J.C. Jacobs was born in 1918 on Jacobs’ Branch in the Iotla Community of Macon County, North Carolina. The oldest of seven children, he grew up helping his mother raise his brothers and sisters and working on the family farm. As a young man in high school he had the opportunity to work on Main Street in Franklin for Mr. Jack Sanders, at Sanders Clothing store. Mr. Sanders was a Jew who had escaped to America from Russia and his store carried clothing and shoes for the family. J.C. remembers selling two kinds of Work boots at Sanders Clothing. One cost $1.48 and the other cost $1.98. When he ... 10/07/2009

If you’re tired of searching for parking spaces in the “south forty” at the local malls only to deal with the crowds when you get there or if you’re disappointed with the risky and impersonal nature of internet shopping and are yearning for a simpler, more personal way to shop – you need to schedule a visit to Primrose Lane.Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in the quaint, historic town of Franklin, North Carolina, Primrose Lane offers the shopper a refreshing change of pace. When you open the door to Primrose Lane, you step back in time to a simpler, more wholesome way of life – where people really do want to help you find exactly what you’re looking for, even if you don’t know what it is!                 June Hernandez, Proprietor                                    ... 09/08/2009