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Planet Fitness opens in Decherd

Ignite Fitness Holdings – one of the largest Planet Fitness franchises operating more than 130 locations across the U.S. and Canada – recently celebrated the grand opening of its new location in Decherd. Planet Fitness invested nearly $2 million to…

Is religion surging in your neighborhood?

D Let’s face it: America’s Bibles have seen more dust than the Joad family in Steinbeck’s “The Grapes of Wrath.” So, I’m tickled to see a flurry of articles about renewed interest in spirituality, even as I mark the fifth…

Here’s a tip for you

D I am totally in favor of tipping. I always have been and always will be. Those in the service industry who meet or exceed our expectations deserve to be rewarded for their efforts. For many years, the benchmark was…

Donald Wayne Holland Obituary

Donald Wayne Holland, 90, of Decherd, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, at Bailey Manor.  A native of Franklin County, he was born on Aug. 19, 1935, to the late Clay M. and Elsie L. (Rieben) Holland.  Visitation was…

Sara Reichenau Obituary

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sara Reichenau. Sara departed this world leaving behind memories that will be cherished by all who knew her. Her work and activities touched the lives of many. Sara was…

Louise Taylor Obituary

Louise Taylor was born in Decherd to the late Thomas Johnson and Lovail Hannah Jane Brown (Johnson) on Dec. 31, 1934. Louise was one of 12 children, 10 preceded her in death: five brothers and five sisters. Louise will be…