🌱 Teen Killed In Old Natchez Trace Crash + Counterfeiter Wanted

Welcome back, Franklin! It's Tuesday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on in Franklin today.

First, today's weather:

Mild with plenty of sun. High: 67 Low: 40.

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Here are the top three stories in Franklin today:

1. Over the weekend, a 14-year-old was killed in a car crash on Old Natchez Trace in Franklin. According to Tennessee Highway Patrol, Cecilio Hernandez was driving northbound, ran off the road, and struck a tree. Hernandez survived the crash, but his teenage passenger did not. The investigation into this crash is ongoing. (WSMV Nashville)
2. Franklin Police and Crime Stoppers are offering a cash reward for information on a suspected local counterfeiter. The man has been pictured passing counterfeit money at several Franklin businesses. He cashes fake money in small amounts and in exchange for real money. Anyone with information is asked to contact local authorities. (Williamson Source)
3. Franklin High School student Charlie Connor independently won the Battle of the Minds: Sarah Bayrd American History Bowl at Brentwood City Hall last week. AP history students from across Williamson County competed in the annual History Bowl. Connor took home a trophy and prize money. (williamsonherald.com)

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Today in Franklin:

• Toddler Time At Williamson County Public Library (9:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• Woodhouse Spa announced a new location in Franklin's Meridian Cool Springs Development, where it was previously located until 2019. (williamsonherald.com)
• Looking for a new job? See who's hiring in the Franklin area. (Franklin Patch)
• The results are in! Williamson County is in the Top 20 list of counties across the U.S. with the biggest growth in housing over the last decade. (WKRN News 2)

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— 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.