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Tuesday October 6th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hi Franklin! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

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  • When Franklin's new Costco opens and what it means for shoppers

Also on today's calendar: Tivia Night ! and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny, breezy and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Sun through high clouds, temps: high: 75, low: 45.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny, with a high of 66 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Franklin Costco opening date set for November (jsonline.com) — Franklin residents will see their new Costco open at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25, just in time for Thanksgiving shopping, at 2710 W. Drexel Ave. The 164,000-square-foot store will include a 12-pump gas station, hundreds of parking spaces, and is already hiring for dozens of local positions.
   

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  • I am looking to rehome a cat that no one wants.
    We dont care if its male or female but are looking for one that has been spayed or neutered and declawed (we cant do the declawing ). Please contact… (Nextdoor Mission Hill)
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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 Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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