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Good morning Franklin! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

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  • How did Franklin's boys soccer team fare against Asheville?

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📰 News we're reading

• High School Round Up: August 24, 2026 (wlos.com) — Franklin High's boys soccer team earned a 2–2 draw at Asheville, highlighted in a roundup of Monday's Western North Carolina prep scores. Local readers can also see how nearby rivals like Enka, Pisgah, West Henderson, and others fared across football, soccer, and volleyball.
   

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