🌱 Missing Franklin 20-Year-Old + FPD Det. Sergio Guerra Retiring

Franklin TN

22 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: Low clouds and cooler. High: 49 Low: 40. Here are the top three stories today in Franklin: A missing 20-year-old from Franklin was last seen while away at school in Georgia, and police are asking for the public's help locating him. Carson Jacobson was last seen on Monday in downtown Savannah on Perry Lane, according to local authorities. Jacobson has been described as 6-foot-1 with brown hair with a blond streak and was reportedly last seen wearing khaki pants and a burgundy shirt. (WKRN News 2)A Franklin Police Department Detective is set to retire this Thursday, Feb. 24 after 25 years of service on the force. Family, friends, colleagues, and community members will celebrate Detective Sergio Guerra's retirement at 2:30 p.m. at Franklin Police Headquarters at 900 Columbia Ave. Detective Guerra started patrolling Franklin's neighborhoods in 1997 and has served as a patrol officer, hostage negotiator, and firearms instructor before being promoted to detective. (williamsonherald.com)The City of Franklin has announced a fundraising campaign for the city's first inclusive playground. The project, named Ellie G's Dreamworld, is the result of a partnership with Friends of Franklin Parks, Franklin Tomorrow, and a host of other partners. The playground includes three acres of walking trails, play structures for children of varying abilities, and ADA-accessible amenities. (Williamson Source) From our sponsor: Today's Franklin Daily is brought to you in part by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com. Today in Franklin: Snuggle Bug Baby Lapsit Story Time At Williamson County Public Library (10:00 AM) Play Day Toddler Time At Leiper's Fork Library (10:30 AM) Nolensville Business Mixer Hosted By The Williamson County Chamber of Commerce At Happenstance Social Lounge (4:00 PM) From my notebook: Your new dream home might just be on this list of recently-listed properties for sale in the Franklin area. (Franklin Patch)Looking for a local adventure? Visit Franklin, TN describes Leiper's Fork as a "come-as-you-are treasure" located just outside of downtown Franklin, offering a "homegrown mix of picturesque surroundings and unique finds." See some pics of this beautiful locale in their Facebook post. (Facebook) Have you taken selfies at these top 15 most "Insta-worthy" spots in Franklin? Check out Visit Franklin, TN's list of locations on their blog! (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 be in your inbox tomorrow 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.