🌱 Red Cross Blood Drives + Leadership Franklin Scholarship

Franklin TN

20 February, 2022

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Hello again, Franklin! Important update: You all, as readers, have made the Franklin Daily so successful that it is my honor to announce the next stage of the newsletter. Patch is looking for a local writer and entrepreneur to take the helm of the Franklin Daily. Although I have loved getting to know this community, we want to pass the torch to someone truly local to write about Franklin long term. So if you're interested in earning extra income while making this newsletter a more valuable resource for your neighbors, learn more and apply here. First, today's weather: Breezy; a shower in the p.m. High: 67 Low: 56. Here are the top three stories in Franklin today: The American Red Cross is continuing its partnership with the Nashville Predators Foundation to host a multi-city blood drive from Feb. 21 through Feb. 25. The American Red Cross continues to experience a nationwide blood donation crisis and donors of all blood types are urged to make an appointment to donate as soon as possible. One opportunity to donate, with a location quite close to Franklin, will be happening on Tuesday, Feb. 22 at the City of Brentwood. (Clarksville Online) High school seniors and current college students who live in Williamson County are encouraged to apply for a scholarship from Leadership Franklin. The non-profit organization will award one $1,500 scholarship to a student who meets the scholarship criteria. Applications are due on Mar. 4 at 12 p.m. Applicants must have a minimum 3.25 cumulative grade point average to be considered. A 500-word essay and a letter of recommendation are also required to complete the application package. (Williamson Source) Iconic performer Willie Nelson will perform at the FirstBank Amphitheater as a part of his tour on Friday, May 6. The announcement comes after canceling performances at indoor venues; while there was no specific reason given for the cancelation of indoor events, his team did state he would not be doing indoor concerts for the near future. Tickets are on sale now! (Williamson Source) From our sponsor: Today's Franklin Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Franklin: Historic Zoning Design Review Committee - Franklin City Hall (4:00 PM) From my notebook: Don't forget to check out Aubree P. Boutique as it prepares to move out of its current location at City Farmhouse at the end of the month. Check out that incredible discount, too! (Facebook) Through the rest of February, The Wilson Family: Through Bondage and Beyond Freedom, a pictorial family history exhibit will be on display at the Special Collections Department of the Williamson County Public Library. This year's exhibit is based on the lineage and descendants of Nelson Wilson, Sr., who is the 2022 Pioneer Family for the African American Heritage Society of Williamson County. (Facebook)The public campaign launch to help raise support for Ellie G's Dream World took place on Feb. 15. Many were on hand to learn about Franklin's first inclusive playground designed for all ages and abilities, slated to be built at the Southeast Municipal Complex. Every private dollar raised will be matched by the City for this $3 million project. (Facebook) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Learn How To Reduce Your Risk For Heart Disease During American Heart Month (February 28) Add your event 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 see you around! — 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.