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Legislators override six vetoes

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After a month and a half, the N.C. General Assembly reconvened the week of Aug. 14 not for a budget vote, but for veto override and to consider a new election bill.

Death ruled as homicide

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A medical examiner has determined Nathan Humphries’ death was a homicide. The cause of death is listed as asphyxiation due to neck compression.

Union renamed as Bartram Academy

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In an effort to improve its graduation and participation rates and end the stigma associated with the school, the Macon County Board of Education unanimously approved renaming Union Academy as Bart

Franklin High School work continues

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By a 4-1 vote, with Commissioner John Shearl against it, the Macon County Board of Commissioners approved $20,000 for analysis and data projects for the proposed Franklin High School project.

Skatepark nears completion

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Work on the new skatepark is nearing completion and the Town of Franklin hopes to have a ribbon cutting for the park in September.