Franklin's Witch Walk is meant to bring fun to the downtown prior to Halloween, and yes, the people who come take it seriously.

The Franklin Retail Association's annual event drew hundreds to downtown Franklin again on Saturday. Many of them enjoying the retail shops as well as the eateries well into the evening. 

According to a social media post, nearly 300 people registered to participate in the gathering. There were also 26 participating businesses that offered special items, menu options, and activities.

"It was a great night for downtown Franklin... It was great seeing everyone have so much fun," the post says. The group is currently looking for pictures attendees might have taken. See their Facebook post for more details. 

It was a witchin' good time.

Riley Brophy was named the 2024 Franklin Homecoming Queen during halftime of the Knights' epic overtime battle against Eisenhower. She was escorted by Matt Hallenbeck.

Click here to read more about the game. 

Picture perfect weather for this year's Applefest. Even the storms rolling in at the tail end allowed everyone the chance to get their wares in safe order. 

We don't know if the numbers this year broke any records, but the car show was packed, Saturday was packed and Friday was very well attended.

Below are some photos that caught our eye Sunday. Today we noticed mostly the interactions between folks. Great!

Well if good weather begets good festive moods... the first two days of Applefest should be boosting good endorphins in all our brains.

Friday and Saturday, if anyone wants to complain, was perhaps too perfect. Mild to warmish, but not hot temperatures seemed to bring out... well... everybody.

If Sunday's car show goes as such, this could go down as one of the most successful Applefest's in its history. Saturday was certainly packed in both parks.

Below are more scenes from Saturday walking around. 

View of the sky from Oil City High School.

Opening day of Applefest was summer-like and it drew thousands as usual. Everything from hot sausage to hot button topics are available. This weekend is known by organizers as "the best three day" and there is truly something for everyone. Here are a few photos from day one of the festival.

And let's not forget Annie. A miraculous performance at the Barrow-Civic Theatre featuring an incredible young actress who nails the part.