Students in Franklin County skipped the bus and drove their tractors to school instead.

On Friday, Franklin County High School students will be rolling into school with style for its annual FFA Tractor Day.

Two families have been awarded $750,00 after a jury ruled that the owner of a Smith Mountain Lake campground discriminated against them because of the color of their skin.

Fire Chief Lee Powell said the board decided to move forward with the campaign in response to rising costs, and flat funding from the county.

With massive layoffs at the Department of Education, many are left wondering about the impact on local schools.

A “Crime Scene Investigation” Competition was held at Ferrum College on Friday, and was attended by Franklin County High School and E.C. Glass High School students.

A man was arrested in Franklin County on Tuesday for multiple child pornography charges, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office said.

The U.S. National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for many counties and cities in our area on Saturday.

Ferrum College and the Franklin County Board of Supervisors are looking to mitigate the costs of college with a whopping $100,000 Resident Impact Scholarship.

Franklin County Public Schools announced Sunday that they will be holding a Code 10 virtual day on Monday, Feb. 17. All but one school will require large-scale disposal of spoiled food, FCPS said.

The aftermath of this week’s winter storm continues to impact many areas in the region, with cleanup efforts still underway. Floyd and Franklin counties have both declared a state of emergency due to widespread power outages, with more than half of residents in Franklin County still without electricity as of late Friday afternoon.

A third person has been arrested in relation to the murder of Brandon Holland which occurred in December of last year, according to the Franklin Co. Sheriff’s Office.

Franklin County has declared a local state of emergency and activated its Emergency Operations Center to respond to a recent winter storm that caused widespread power outages and hazardous road conditions.

A father and stepmother were arrested after their 8-year-old son was reported unresponsive, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office said.

A man was arrested in Franklin County after authorities received a tip he was involved in the production of child pornography, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office said.

The nearly 600-acre fire in Franklin County is now completely contained on the western front.

Multiple schools in our area have closed this week due to a flu outbreak that has affected students and staff. Snow Creek Elementary, Christian Heritage Academy, and Natural Bridge Elementary have temporarily closed due to the outbreak.

Snow Creek Elementary School in Franklin County will be closed for students on Thursday, Jan. 30, and Friday, Jan. 31 due to an outbreak of the flu and other illnesses.

Crews are making progress in containing a Franklin County brush fire that they’ve been fighting since Wednesday afternoon, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

20 members of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office assisted with Inauguration Security in Washington D.C. Monday, the Office announced.

Senior guard Deasia Priest reached 1,000 career points, becoming the second Colonel to do so this season.

Franklin County Public Schools will be making changes to its academic calendar following school closures caused by a winter storm last week.

A 27-year-old Franklin County man was arrested after an investigation and a search warrant, according to the Franklin Co. Sheriff’s Office.

Franklin County Sheriff’s Office said a man received additional charges following a drug trafficking investigation on Wednesday.

Scruggs Volunteer Fire and Rescue Chief Dempsey Moore says he’s seen a lot in 28 years with the department, but nothing quite like this.

Justin Sigmon was convicted of sexually abusing a young girl last year. The U.S. district court in the Southern District of Florida sentenced him to 24 months with time served.

A tanker crash in Franklin County spilled over 1,000 gallons of raw milk and 75 gallons of diesel, prompting lane closures and a detour on Route 220.

Two were arrested on Thursday following a robbery that led to a pursuit in Rocky Mount, authorities said.

A Franklin County father is taking legal action against the Virginia State Police (VSP) and Trooper Timothy Derosha after an incident in December 2022 where he was pulled over and held at gunpoint.

A local Marine was honored today for saving a woman’s life after a serious car crash.

A former major with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, who was found guilty of sexually abusing a young girl, has been denied a new trial, court documents reveal.

Virginia State Police are investigating a single-vehicle crash that resulted in a fatality early Saturday morning in Franklin County.

The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man following a fatal shooting that took place in Franklin County early on Saturday morning.

Franklin County is reeling as parents call for accountability in the wake of school bus driver Matthew Davis's arrest for alleged sexual misconduct with minors.

A Franklin County bus driver was arrested and charged on Monday on charges related to sexual acts with a minor, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

Find Christmas events and parades across Southwest and Central Virginia right here.

The Franklin County YMCA's adaptive swim program provides personalized swimming lessons for individuals with neurological and physical disabilities, promoting safety and independence in the water.

The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in locating a 10-year-old girl who was last seen Monday at about 1 p.m. leaving her home with her grandfather on security footage.

The Franklin Co. Sheriff’s Department announced that it had arrested a local high school teacher on charges related to sexual acts with a student.

The VSP is currently investigating a single-vehicle crash that resulted in a fatality in Franklin Co. on Sunday.

Veterans Day is this Monday, and there are lots of events taking place in Southwest Virginia, starting with the Virginia Veterans Parade this Saturday, November 9, at 11 a.m. in Downtown Roanoke.

In Southwest Virginia, a quarter of people with a terminal illness is a veteran, a statistic that highlights the unique challenges many former service members face in their final days.

The 2024 General Election will be held on Nov. 5. You can find results for Franklin County here.

Boones Mill Mayoral candidate Whitey Taylor faces assault and indecent exposure charges filed by three former employees, raising concerns of election interference.

Boones Mill mayoral candidate Whitey Taylor is in legal hot water.

Rezoning plans to balance Franklin County Schools

VSP is currently investigating a two-vehicle crash that resulted in a fatality Monday.

As thousands of U.S. counties and towns report vote totals, it can be hard to figure out when the results reported so far will reflect the outcome.

A man was arrested and one was injured after a shooting at a gas station in Franklin County, said Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

The Brookville Bees buzzed their way to a win, 24-13.

The man arrested in connection with a double homicide case from 2013 was extradited back to Virginia from North Carolina on Wednesday, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

A tornado warning has been issued for portions of Henry and Franklin County.

The office said that Brightspeed is reporting that 7,781 customers in Rocky Mount may not be able to dial 911 from their wireline landline.

This tornado warning has expired.

The National Weather Service has confirmed a possible tornado in Pittyslvania County with reports of damage to the area.

This tornado warning has expired.

There is a heavy law enforcement presence along the 4800 block of Hardy Road near Old Mill Drive and Lynville of the Lake.

The LCA Bulldogs have already beaten Salem in their opener and Franklin County couldn’t catch up to the Spartan offense last week.

A Roanoke City man has been arrested and charged with three felonies after what the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is calling a “consensual encounter” at a business in the Boones Mill area.

1st and 10 Player of the Week: Salem’s Coen Logan is Week 2 honoree

Salem and Franklin County were two rough-and-tumble teams who certainly played physically, but in the end, the Spartans took the win.

Four men arrested in connection with shooting incidents that took place in Franklin County Aug. 31, 10 News has learned.

Basset battled it out on the football field with Franklin County on Friday night.

If you’re headed north along Route 220 in Franklin County, expect delays!

The Henry County Sheriff's office executed a search warrant on Tuesday and apprehended 44-year-old William Kennedy on multiple charges.

A letter sent by the Franklin County NAACP to the Rocky Mount Town Council formally requests the location change

Virginia State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred early Friday morning that left one man dead.

One person is dead after a crash in Montgomery County on Saturday night, according to the sheriff’s office.

Virginia State Police is investigating a three-vehicle crash that resulted in the death of a 43-year-old man Wednesday in Franklin Co.

The Homestead Creamery announced its renovating and expanding.

Governor Youngkin announced the expansion of the Homestead Creamery in Franklin County Wednesday.

The policy was adopted back in December but the school board is still working through some of the details.

A man and a woman are in custody after a two-year-old was found injured and unresponsive, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

Exclusive dashcam video is shedding light on a tense exchange more than a year ago.

Virginia State Police is investigating a deadly crash which took place on Saturday in Franklin County.

Thanks to 'CFroggy64' for today's Picture of the Day from Franklin County.

Leigh Prom is an Alzheimer's caretaker and advocate, and she's inviting you to help her reach her fundraising goal on 'The Longest Day.'

Boones Mill, a small town in Franklin County along Highway 220 is working to grow and bring new development to the area.

The vehicle crash that occurred on US-220 Northbound has been cleared, according to VDOT.

A 27-year-old Rocky Mount man was indicted Monday on 25 charges of possessing child pornography and two charges of sexual abuse of an animal, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

The Franklin County Sheriff's Office said the drowning appears to be from an accidental fall, but will continue to investigate.

You have the chance to see if you have what it takes to work on a farm this weekend because the second annual Farm Strong Obstacle Course Race is back in Franklin County this Saturday.

A North Carolina man is dead after a three-vehicle crash in Franklin County Friday evening.

This crash has been cleared, according to VDOT.

Kennels full of hopeful eyes and wagging tails. The Franklin County Animal Shelter is at capacity, caring for 28 dogs. But with a recent act of generosity, those dogs could soon find themselves in a new home.

Franklin County Public Schools is hosting an open house at Burnt Chimney and Henry Elementary Schools tonight at 6 pm for the community and alumni to say goodbye before they both close for good.

A new initiative is working to highlight the rich history of moonshine in our region.

The crash remains under investigation

Joshua Wright, the driver of the car that crashed through a Franklin County home, spoke to 10 News about his medical emergency leading up to the tragic crash.

Six people were injured after a car crashed through a Franklin County home.

Several people were hospitalized after a car crashed into a home in Franklin County.

Two cats are dead after a house fire in Franklin County on Tuesday morning, according to the Franklin County Department of Public Safety.

Franklin County elementary school kids will have a unique chance to not only learn about agriculture but interact with live animals at Franklin County High School’s tenth annual Food for America event this Friday.

Fortunately, no one was hurt after a truck slammed into a home in Franklin County on Sunday, according to the Franklin County Department of Safety.

A Roanoke man has been arrested and charged after leading Franklin County deputies on a high-speed chase from Franklin County to Roanoke County, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

HopeTree's Titmus Cottage has helped over a dozen foster children avoid sleeping in offices at the Department of Social Services.

Power is estimated to be restored by 7:00 p.m.

A tractor-trailer crash on US-220 northbound near the intersection of Route 619 in Franklin County is causing delays, according to VDOT.

A new resource is available to law enforcement in the area trying to catch criminals.

Franklin County is set to hold a hearing related to the proposed real estate property tax and setting tax levies on April 8 at 6 p.m.