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In today's newsletter:

  • How to get your spot in Franklin's 2026 Christmas Parade

Also on today's calendar: Mark Anthony & The Mark Anthony Ensemble @ Pumpkinfest 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Monday: Sunny and warmer, with a high of 88 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Sunny and very warm, temps: high: 88, low: 61.
  • Wednesday: Very warm with some sun, with a high of 88 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Make Your Plans Now to Attend the Franklin Christmas Parade (williamsonsource.com) — Franklin residents can now register to participate in the 2026 Franklin Christmas Parade, set for Saturday, December 5 at 1 p.m. The parade will wind through historic downtown, showcasing Main Street's holiday charm and welcoming Santa. Organized by the Downtown Franklin Rotary, this long-running tradition follows the city's Christmas tree lighting and draws big crowds of neighbors and families.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • A fellow just posted about a famous Cool Springs restaurant going downhill, and there have recently been others, so I am posting tonight about J Alexander's and can say they maintained the standard I remembered them for.
    Today's trip for our Anniversary lunch was a check-out for a big-deal dinner with relatives next week. We got burned last year when we took them to… (Nextdoor River Rest)
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    Christina please reply here and we can make arrangements for you to get your package. (Nextdoor Leipers Fork)
  • Hardee's Restaurants, LLC posted a job opening for Cash Applications & Billing Analyst in Franklin. Apply here.
  • The Vision Hospitality Group posted a job opening for Laundry Attendant in Franklin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Franklin here.

🗞 Nearby News

Brentwood

  • Vols start first Tennessee native at quarterback since Jauan Jennings (usatoday.com)
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  • Meet the Lawyer-Turned-Farmer Behind Tennessee's 5 Porch Farm (styleblueprint.com)

Nolensville

  • Tennessee high school football scores for Week 8 of TSSAA football 2026 season (tennessean.com)

Spring Hill

  • Shawn Fain's Victory in United Auto Workers Elections Keeps Union on New Course (truthout.org)

Ok Franklin! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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