🌱 Teen Killed In Old Natchez Trace Crash + Counterfeiter Wanted

Franklin TN

28 February, 2022

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Welcome back, Franklin! It's Tuesday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on in Franklin today. First, today's weather: Mild with plenty of sun. High: 67 Low: 40. Attention, financial planners and advisors — we're now offering sponsorship opportunities for local firms interested in building their client base in Franklin. Click here to learn more. Here are the top three stories in Franklin today: Over the weekend, a 14-year-old was killed in a car crash on Old Natchez Trace in Franklin. According to Tennessee Highway Patrol, Cecilio Hernandez was driving northbound, ran off the road, and struck a tree. Hernandez survived the crash, but his teenage passenger did not. The investigation into this crash is ongoing. (WSMV Nashville)Franklin Police and Crime Stoppers are offering a cash reward for information on a suspected local counterfeiter. The man has been pictured passing counterfeit money at several Franklin businesses. He cashes fake money in small amounts and in exchange for real money. Anyone with information is asked to contact local authorities. (Williamson Source) Franklin High School student Charlie Connor independently won the Battle of the Minds: Sarah Bayrd American History Bowl at Brentwood City Hall last week. AP history students from across Williamson County competed in the annual History Bowl. Connor took home a trophy and prize money. (williamsonherald.com) Looking for a healthy alternative to that mid-week glass (or three) of wine? Our partners at Betera set out to create beverages that were sophisticated and flavorful enough to drink at cocktail hour but with zero hangover risk. (Their motto is "Drink like there's tomorrow.") Betera's drinks are designed by a Michelin-starred chef using natural botanicals — they're lightly effervescent, sippable, refreshingly bitter and at home in a stem glass or in a highball on the rocks. Betera offers three recipes — Rhubarb-Hibiscus, Elderflower-Lime and Ginger-Orange. We've tried all three and loved them equally — we recommend the mixed case as a great place to start. Betera has extended their 15% discount on first orders to Daily readers, in appreciation for the enthusiastic response so far. Enter Patch15 at checkout and https://bit.ly/TryBetera. Today in Franklin: Toddler Time At Williamson County Public Library (9:30 AM) From my notebook: Woodhouse Spa announced a new location in Franklin's Meridian Cool Springs Development, where it was previously located until 2019. (williamsonherald.com)Looking for a new job? See who's hiring in the Franklin area. (Franklin Patch) The results are in! Williamson County is in the Top 20 list of counties across the U.S. with the biggest growth in housing over the last decade. (WKRN News 2) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Taxes in Retirement Seminar 3/8 & 3/10 (March 8) 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 You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another 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.