🌱 More County Schools Go Remote + New Bike Shop In Franklin

Franklin TN

28 January, 2022

2:37 PM

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Happy Saturday, people of Franklin! Here's everything you need to know to start today off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know in Franklin today. First, today's weather: Plenty of sunshine, but cold. High: 36 Low: 24. Here are the top three stories today in Franklin: Three more Williamson County schools will be moving to remote instruction next week for the second week in a row due to rising COVID cases and staff shortages. Effective Monday, Heritage Middle School, Longview Elementary School, Hillsboro School, Pearre Creek Elementary School, Grassland Middle School, and Nolensville High School all are currently operating remotely. The Franklin Special School District, which is still open for in-person learning at this time, reported 174 total cases (128 students and 46 staff) district-wide on Friday. (Williamson Herald)A report from the Williamson Medical Center in Franklin stated that all their critically ill COVID-19 patients are unvaccinated. Out of the 31 people who are currently hospitalized with COVID-19, 19 are not vaccinated and 12 are fully vaccinated. Those who are not vaccinated and hospitalized are all 30 years of age and older. (WZTV) Franklin cyclists rejoice: A new bike shop is has arrived! Trek Bicycle opened at 1709 Galleria Boulevard in Franklin yesterday. The store offers home delivery, curbside pickup, or in-store shopping. (Williamson Source) Today in Franklin: Board of Mayor and Aldermen Special Mobile Work Session At City Hall (9:00 AM) Friends of the Library Used Book Sale At John P. Holt Brentwood Library (1:00 PM) Mr. Bond's Science Guys 5 Senses Science Show At Main Library (2:00 PM) From my notebook: Are you looking for a rewarding career serving the community by being part of our City team? The City of Franklin has employment opportunities available! Check and see if there is a position you would like to apply for at www.franklintn.gov/jobs. (Facebook) Does Rover need some room to run? The City of Franklin has two dog parks to help your furry friends get their wiggles out: K-9 Korral at the Park at Harlinsdale Farm (239 Franklin Road) and Freedom Run at Liberty Park (2080 Turning Wheel Lane). (Facebook) Travel + Leisure names Franklin, TN as one of "The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2022!" (Facebook) Loving the Franklin Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers That's it for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update. — Sean Peek About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.