🌱 Poplar Grove Middle School Exposition + Actor Arrested

Morning, neighbors! Sean Peek here with a brand-new issue of the Franklin Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Cold with plenty of sunshine. High: 35 Low: 18.

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Here are the top two stories today in Franklin:

1. An explosion was reported at Poplar Grove Middle School Tuesday morning around 7:15 a.m. A cargo storage container used to hold construction material exploded on the campus. No one was injured and the fire from the explosion was extinguished quickly, causing no damages. The initial investigation shows that there appeared to be a propane leak in the container overnight. (WKRN News 2)
2. On Saturday evening, Garrett Hedlund, an actor from the film "Friday Night Lights" was arrested in Franklin. According to police, Hedlund was charged with public intoxication. Police responded to reports of a public disturbance and found Hedlund drunk and banging on the door of a business. (NBC 4)
3. State Rep. Brandon Ogles, a Franklin Republican, says he is drafting legislation that could change the board's subpoena power just days after threatening a "deep dive" into the Registry of Election Finance. While Ogles took a step back from incendiary comments he made last week at a Williamson Inc. legislative gathering, he says he plans to look at subpoena authority across the state's boards to make sure they are "transparent." (Franklin Patch)

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Today in Franklin:

• Snuggle Bug Baby Lapsit Story Time: Children's Program At Williamson County Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Retirement & Medicare Planning Seminar At Sperry's Cool Springs (11:30 AM)
• AWANA At Fourth Avenue Church of Christ (12:15 PM)

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From my notebook:

• If you're looking for a charming, intimate space for your outdoor warm-weather event, take a peek at one of Franklin's hidden gems! The Courtyard at Merridees Breadbasket is the perfect spot for proposals, showers, and small events. A space that comfortably seats around 30 people, it resonates with Southern charm. Blooms surround the courtyard in spring and summer with wisteria overhead and a garden surrounding it. To inquire about renting this beautiful space, email comments@merridees.com. (Facebook)
• There isn't a better time than National Plan for Vacation Day to start planning your dream trip to Franklin! Come see why @travelandleisure named #FranklinTN in "The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2022!" (Facebook)
• This Thursday, Cumberland River Compact is hosting an informational meeting to learn about the streams and rivers in our community and how you can help protect water quality. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. See you all tomorrow morning 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.