🌱 Main Street Small Businesses Struggle + New City Judge Hiring

Good morning, Franklin! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Let's have at it.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 85 Low: 66.

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Here are the top three stories today in Franklin:

1. Many of Franklin Main Street's small business owners are struggling to withstand recent economic constraints. The businesses are reluctantly raising prices while hoping that customers remain loyal. Rising rent and gas prices continue to impact the Franklin community. The small business owners are thankful that the Franklin community continues to offer support. (Williamson Herald)
2. The Franklin Board of Mayor and Aldermen will be hiring a new city court judge this week. The hiring is necessary after the resignation of Judge Deana Hood that goes into effect at the end of August. The city began accepting applications for the open position in late May. The position has 4 final applicants. (Williamson Herald)
3. Franklin's city offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5 in observance of Labor Day. Trash collection will be on a one-day delay for the rest of the week. Please plan accordingly. (City of Franklin)

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Today in Franklin:

• Happy Hour At Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant (3:00 PM)
• Teen Writers' Group At The Williamson County Public Library (4:00 PM)
• Microsoft Word Basics, Part 1 At The Williamson County Public Library (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Keeping tabs on the Franklin real estate market? Click for a list of the 25 most expensive property transfers in Williamson County between Jul. 25 and Jul. 29. (Williamson Source)
• Want to explore the area on your next day off? Consider adding some of the ideas in this list to your next Franklin outdoor itinerary. Click for the full list. (Facebook)
• Franklin's Capital Investment Committee Meeting will be on Aug. 25 in the board room at City Hall. The meeting starts at 3:30 p.m. (City of Franklin)

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— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O'Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.