Masks In Schools, New Alderman: Franklin Week In Review

Good morning, people of Franklin! John Quinnies here with your brand-new issue of the Franklin Week in Review. In this edition: Franklin gets a new 1st District Alderman, Franklin Public Schools revises its policy on masks, the Franklin High School Sabers win features and more.

First, today's weather: Humid throughout the day. High: 91 Low: 72.

Here are the top stories from this week in Franklin:

1. Everyone up to 6th Grade is going to have to wear a mask when school starts back up in the Franklin Public Schools. Those in high school and middle school will only have to wear masks if caseloads within the school spike. (Franklin Patch)
2. The Franklin Common Council selected Edward Holpfer for the 1st District Alderman seat. Four others sought to fill the role. The seat is up for a public election next year. (Franklin Patch)
3. A former bowling coach at the Franklin School District was sentenced to 60 days jail and three years probation for fourth-degree criminal assault, court records show. (Franklin Patch)
4. The Franklin High School Sabers won feature from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel for a play this past weekend. (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)

Franklin Patch Notebook

• Franklin Police Department: "The Franklin Police Department would like to welcome it's newest member, Officer Bradley Treiber, who was sworn in today. Officer Treiber comes to us from the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department where he served for 2 years. Officer Treib..." (Facebook)
• Franklin Public School District: "Please see our most recent communication to all families which includes a recap of last night's Board of Education Meeting. This communication includes the Instructional Plan Updates that was presented to the board, masking recommendatio..." (Facebook)
• The Franklin Beer Garden at Croatian Park: "Summer might be winding down but we’re not! Our staff is excited to continue to bring you Beer Garden Thursday’s throughout the Fall at Croatian Park!" (Facebook)
• City of Franklin Health Department: "Pop on over, for this free open air community movie! The screen is up and the weather is fine " (Facebook)
• Franklin Public Library Franklin, WI: "Our newest shop is open in the Book Nook! We have library and literary themed merchandise for sale along with our local favorite, Rishi Tea. All proceeds will go to fund our Explorer Pass program. Come shop the merch and support your Fra..." (Facebook)

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About me: Hi there, my name is John. I live in Milwaukee. I cover Shorewood, Greenfield, Greendale, Oak Creek and Franklin. Email me at john.quinnies@patch.com.

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