🌱 Proposed Shawnee Subdivision Approved + Shows Canceled

Morning, Franklin! Here's everything you need to know to get this Thursday started off right.

Editor's Note: A previous version of this article included a story about Franklin County instead of Franklin proper. We apologize for the error and are working to ensure the Franklin Daily is always truly local.

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First, today's weather:

Sun mixing with clouds. High: 57 Low: 36.

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Here are the top three stories in Franklin today:

1. On Tuesday night, the Franklin Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a development plan for the proposed Shawnee subdivision. This plan includes six new residential buildings consisting of 26 apartments. To move forward, the Shawnee plan requires three modifications to development standards of the existing zoning ordinance. (Williamson Herald)
2. The Downtown Franklin Association hosted its first Downtown Franklin Annual Awards last Thursday at The Harpeth Hotel. They awarded local businesses top prizes in the categories that included the best places for breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, gifts, and more. (Williamson Herald)
3. Studio Tenn in Franklin recently canceled the opening of its tribute to Aretha Franklin due to a COVID-19 outbreak among the company. The shows were slated to run from Feb. 10 - 20. The theater will still showcase its "Love Letters" show in mid-February. (Brentwood Homepage)

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Today in Franklin:

• Digital Literacy At Williamson County Public Library (4:00 PM)
• Crafter's Night Out At Leiper's Fork Public Library (4:30 PM)
• Planning Commission Meeting At West Street Auditorium(5:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Watch the City of Franklin's Board of Mayor & Alderman Meeting from Feb. 8 in the link. (Facebook)
• If you plan on taking in this gorgeous weather by going to Jim Warren Park today or tomorrow, you may see some parking areas temporarily blocked off. The park is re-striping the parking lots before it kicks off a busy sports season next week! (Facebook)
• There's no better way to learn about downtown Franklin's rich history than on one of Franklin's original walking tours. Explore the fascinating history, mysterious past, and welcoming atmosphere of Franklin, TN with Franklin on Foot on your next visit! (Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for another update.

— 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.