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🌱 How a new movie visit could boost Franklin’s revitalization push

Franklin, Virginia Patch AM: a 3 min read

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  • How a new movie visit could boost Franklin’s revitalization push

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  • Thursday: Partly sunny, with a high of 87 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
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  • Saturday: Mostly cloudy and humid, with a high of 90 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Franklin welcomes creative team behind upcoming film (stmarynow.com) — Franklin is rolling out the red carpet for the creative team behind the upcoming feature film “Norma,” part of the city’s ongoing Film Franklin Initiative to attract productions. Recent projects have already boosted local hotels, restaurants, and other businesses, and officials say growing industry interest supports Franklin’s broader revitalization and showcases residents’ well-regarded hospitality.
   

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