🌱 Local Authors' Book Signing + Stay Safe Seminar Registration

Hello there, Franklin. I'm here in your inbox per usual to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Because community information is power! Keep scrolling for the scoop.

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First, today's weather:

Humid with clouds and sun. High: 96 Low: 76.

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Here are the top three stories today in Franklin:

1. The Franklin community will have the opportunity to get their books signed by two young authors this weekend. 17-year-old cousins Ryon and Kanye Conway will be hosting the book signing today at the Natchez Community Center from noon to 2:00 p.m. The two young authors began writing their Nightman book series when they were just 8 years old. (WSMV 4)
2. Are you in the market for a new best friend? Patch, with the help of Petfinder, has compiled a list of adoption-ready pets in the Franklin area that are searching for a forever home. Click to view the complete list of pets. (Franklin Patch)
3. The Franklin Police Department will be offering a free 1.5 hour seminar titled Stay Safe on Aug. 10. The seminar will educate the community on the best ways to stay safe during an active shooter situation. The seminar will be offered at the department's headquarters on Columbia Avenue from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Click to register today. (Williamson Source)

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Today in Franklin:

• Williamson County Writer's Group At The Williamson County Public Library (10:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The City of Franklin updates the community on the Franklin Road project. The sidewalks are being finalized and street lights will likely be installed next month. (City of Franklin, TN - Municipal Government via Facebook)
• Visit Franklin shares a list of 15 Franklin locations worth a picture. Click for the full list. (Visit Franklin, TN via Facebook)
• The next Movie in the Park will be on Friday, Jul. 22 at Pinkerton Park. The movie will be "Soul". Remember to bring a blanket or a lawn chair. (City of Franklin)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll see you soon!

— 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.