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Morning Franklin! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Want baby goat cuddles and fresh cheese just minutes from Franklin?
  • Why deputies say Franklin bus stops are safe but watched closely
  • How much scholarship money did MTSU hand out in Franklin?

Also on today's calendar: Women's Study—Possessing The Promise (Franklin Campus) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and very hot, with a high of 97 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: An afternoon t-storm; warm, temps: high: 93, low: 69.
  • Tuesday: Not as hot; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 83 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. This Tennessee Goat Dairy Turns Pasture-Raised Milk Into Creamy Artisan Cheese (takingthekids.com) — Just six miles from downtown Franklin, Noble Springs Dairy offers Saturday farm tours where you can meet goats, see cheesemaking up close, and sample fresh chevre and other artisan products. With specific hours, pricing, and tips for planning a full Franklin day around your visit, it's an easy, educational outing for local families who want to support nearby agriculture.
   

2. Williamson County deputies say no active threat after suspicious bus stop report involving child (wsmv.com) — Deputies say there is no active threat after investigating a report that someone offered a student a ride near a Franklin school bus stop by the Waters Edge and St. Marlo communities. The person involved has been identified, but the sheriff's office will keep extra patrols in the area near the Williamson County Ag Center out of caution.
   

3. MTSU Launches True Blue Tour with $71,400 in Scholarships (news-usa.today) — Franklin families with college-bound students may be interested that MTSU kicked off its True Blue Tour here, awarding $71,400 in scholarships directly to local prospects. The event connected area seniors and transfers with admissions, financial aid, and academic programs, while underscoring how on-the-road recruitment aims to keep more graduates and talent in Middle Tennessee.
   

4. Brad Pitt Is Officially Heading Back into the Zombie Apocalypse with a 'World War Z' Sequel (thoughtcatalog.com) — Brad Pitt's long-awaited return to the zombie blockbuster "World War Z" is moving forward, and he recently helped build buzz with a red-carpet appearance at FirstBank Amphitheater in Franklin. The sequel, directed by Edward Berger, is now in active development, reuniting the star and filmmaker after a recent collaboration on another film.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Franklin

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★ Featured events ★

    Monday September 21
  • Craft Continuum →
    Williamson County Archives and Museum, 611 W. Main St., Franklin
    8:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I would like to thank the homeowner @ 714 Murfreesboro Rd in Franklin for the wonderful smiles you given me all summer.
    Every time I drive by the beautiful wildflowers at the end of the driveway, I smile and enjoy the beauty for a few moments. I hope you continue the… (Nextdoor Eddy Ln / Ralston Ln)
  • Subject: Backup Caregiver / Companion Needed (Occasional 3-Night Blocks, $700 Flat Rate)
    Hi neighbors! I am looking for a reliable, local backup companion for my 18-year-old son, who is on the autism spectrum. He is a great guy, but he… (Nextdoor Seward Hall)
  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Front of House Team Member in Franklin. Apply here.
  • Babki posted a job opening for Part-Time Game Tester in Franklin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Franklin here.

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: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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