🌱 Controversial Development Moves Forward + Hospital Renovations

Good morning, Franklin! Let's get this Wednesday started. Here's everything worth knowing today in town.

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First, today's weather:

A strong afternoon t-storm. High: 67 Low: 41.

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Here are the top three stories today in Franklin:

1. Franklin city officials voted to allow the long-gestating Brownland Farm Development to progress. The project may bring dozens of new homes to the area, but questions remain over zoning and environmental regulations. See the various reactions at the link. (Williamson Source)
2. This week, the Williamson Medical Center held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the beginning of the largest renovation in the hospital's history. Construction is scheduled to begin this month and finish in 2024. The second phase will conclude approximately 16 months afterward. (Williamson Herald)
3. Do you have a favorite old building? Get it permanently protected through the preservation advocacy program through the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County. The foundation is accepting nominees until Apr. 15. (Williamson Source)

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Today in Franklin:

• Snuggle Bug Baby Lapsit Story Time at the Williamson County Public Library (10:00 AM)
• The Spring Musical from Ravenwood High School (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• VIDEO: As wildfires rage in Sevier County, Williamson County firefighters have joined a statewide effort to contain the blaze. Local officials say the crews have been working through the weekend. (WSMV4)
• Franklin Mayor Ken Moore and Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson will be at Rolling Hills Community Church this month for the quarterly "Breakfast With Mayors" speaker series. On Apr. 26, the two executives will discuss healthcare with Phil Mazzuca, CEO of Williamson Medical Center, and Cathy Montgomery, Williamson County Health Department director. (Williamson Herald)
• Ellie's Doughnuts, Wild Bill's Old Fashioned Soda, and The Unique Funnel Cake House are just a few of the vendors that will be returning for The Main Street Festival later this month. The full list of merchants went online on Monday. (Williamson Heritage)

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— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.