🌱 Man Arrested For Shoplifting In Franklin + Statehood Anniversary

Hello all! I'm here with your Thursday edition of the Franklin Daily, full of all the community news you need to know right now. Enjoy...

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First, today's weather:

Not as warm with a t-storm. High: 79 Low: 63.

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Here are the top three stories in Franklin today:

1. The Franklin Police Department has charged David Baker, 43-years-old, with shoplifting women's clothing. Baker allegedly stole $375 worth of items from the Mallory Lane Kohls on May 24. He has been charged with theft, violation of probation, and possession of heroin. (WKRN News 2)
2. Are you growing increasingly frustrated with online home listings and actively seeking an alternative? Patch and Redfin.com have teamed up to create a list of five upcoming in-person open houses occurring in the Franklin area. Get all the details on Patch, including times, dates, property dimensions, prices, and photos. (Franklin Patch)
3. Tennessee residents from across the state are celebrating the 226th anniversary of statehood this week. The United States Congress enacted the state's admission bill in 1796 — three years before the city of Franklin was founded by Abram Maury Jr. Click to read the full history of Tennessee's road to statehood and how our state was almost named "Franklin." (WATE)

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Today in Franklin:

• Mr Rich Super Science TN Show At The Main Library (2:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The City of Franklin is hosting Kids Water Day at Pinkerton Park on Jul. 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Participants will be able to enjoy thrilling water relays, water balloons, inflatables, water slides, and beach balls. Mark your calendar. (City of Franklin)
• Friends of Franklin Parks share photos from the recent kick-off event for the construction phase of the Historic Main Barn Restoration project. The barn construction should begin later this year if weather permits. (Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all 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.