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🌱 Violinist Performs At Franklin P.O. + Angel Tree Xmas Gifts

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Franklin.

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Rise and shine, Franklin! Let's get you all caught up to start this Tuesday, December 28 off on an informed note. Here are the most important things happening today in Franklin.

First, today's weather:

Breezy with showers around. High: 72 Low: 64.

Here are the top three stories in Franklin today:

  1. A concert violinist entertained at Franklin's Five Points Post Office. Paul Johnian performed Christmas carols for works and customers on Wednesday after employees invited him to share his talent. Johnian has performed in Carnegie Hall, the Pentagon, and the White House. (Williamson Herald)
  2. Angel Tree gifts delight Hard Bargain residents in a continuing tradition. Each year, residents of the historic African American neighborhood in Franklin receive gifts to place under the tree. Many organizations participate in the Angel Tree program, and they offer a virtual one, as well. (Williamson Herald)
  3. The Slavery and Enslaved at Carnton tour will examine "one of America's largest paradoxes" where freedom was denied to millions, yet the nation claimed to be one of equality for all. The tour will be held on Dec. 28 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. It is not recommended for children. (Battle of Franklin Trust)

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Today in Franklin:

  • Public Building Authority Meeting - County of Williamson (9:00 AM)

From my notebook:

  • There is lots of fun happening in Downtown Franklin on New Year's Eve. Skip the wild crowds in Nashville and ring in the new year on historic Main Street! (Facebook)
  • Eric Stuckey, City Administrator for the City of Franklin took a look at the top 5 things to look forward to in 2022. These included updating the ballfields at Freedom Middle and Poplar Grove, the Corridor bridge build, the 96 West multi-use trail, the Frankling Road Sidewalk project, and the Water Reclamation Facility. (Facebook)
  • Franklin Tomorrow Executive Director Mindy Tate is planning for 2022, which will include the Jan. 10 FrankTalks and Jan. 25 Breakfast With the Mayors. To RSVP for FrankTalks and an update on the year ahead, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/j... (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right! See you tomorrow morning for another update.

— Sammi Caramela

About me: Assistant Managing Editor at Lightning Media Partners and author of "Some Place Like Home."

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