Barn “Quilts” – as art in Franklin County Gene Marrano January 25, 2019 1 min read Barn Quilt by Jane Strike. Courtesy photo Barn Quilts are cropping up all over Franklin County. The painted wood version of beloved quilts dot businesses, barns and gates. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports is is becoming a draw for tourists. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Hokies home to Syracuse tomorrowNext: Virginia chambers pass bills allowing happy hour advertising Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025