The Franklin Sun

09/30/2025

Franklin Academy Head Coach Jonathan Sharp is hoping a full roster will boost his Cougars into the win column this Friday.
All injured Cougars are expected to return to the field for a game against Magnolia in Winnsboro, which will also serve as Senior Night, Sharp announced Monday.

Franklin Academy Head Coach Jonathan Sharp is hoping a full roster will boost his Cougars into the win column this Friday.

09/30/2025

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09/30/2025

After sporting unbeaten Beekman a touchdown early, the Mangham Dragons came to life, improving to 3-1 with a 49-19 win over the Tigers in Bastrop.

09/30/2025

JUST IN! Lainey Wilson will host the 59th Annual CMA Awards on November 19.

“I grew up watching the CMA Awards like it was the Super Bowl, so to be hosting for a second year is a true honor,” Wilson shared. “I’m humbled that CMA has trusted me with this role, and I can’t wait to love on this genre that has given me so much.”

This marks Wilson’s second time hosting the coveted awards show. Last year, she hosted alongside Peyton Manning and Luke Bryan.

09/30/2025

STATEWIDE NEWS RELEASE
September 30, 2025

**UPDATE** Silver Alert: Assistance Needed Locating Monroe Woman

Update - The Silver Alert for 68-year-old Sharon Smith has been canceled. She has been located and is safe. Please refer all inquiries about this case to the Monroe Police Department. Thank you for the assistance.

Ouachita Parish – The Louisiana State Police has issued a Silver Alert on behalf of the Monroe Police Department for 68-year-old Sharon Smith. She was last seen today at approximately 11:30 a.m. at the St. Francis Medical Center Emergency Room in Monroe. Louisiana State Police received the request to issue a Silver Alert at approximately 10:52 p.m.

Smith is a white female with hazel eyes and blonde hair. She is 5’0” and weighs approximately 130 pounds. Smith suffers from a medical condition that may impair her judgment.

Smith was last seen wearing blue jeans, a beige and black shirt, and brown penny loafer shoes. She is believed to be traveling on foot.

Anyone with information regarding Smith’s whereabouts is asked to immediately contact the Monroe Police Department at (318) 329-2600 or dial 911. All questions should be directed to the Monroe Police Department.

Contact Information:
Sgt. Scott Moreau
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (318) 769-9872
[email protected]

09/30/2025

Go ahead and remove that star off the schedule. Week five is finally here.

09/30/2025

The Louisiana State Police has issued a Silver Alert on behalf of the Monroe Police Department for 68-year-old Sharon Smith. She was last seen today at approximately 11:30 a.m. at

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09/30/2025

Our Lady Cougars are advancing to the championship round @ 3!!

WAY TO GO LADY COUGARS!!💙💛🥎