🌱 Additional Charges For Former Educator + PumpkinFest In Franklin

Hello, friends. I'm back in your inbox this morning with all the most important things happening these days in Franklin.

First, today's weather:

Sunny and beautiful. High: 83 Low: 55.

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Here are the top three stories in Franklin today:

1. The Franklin Transit Authority has partnered with LanguageLine to communicate with individuals presenting a language barrier. LanguageLine's service will be offered through a tablet upon entering the Franklin Transit office. Customers will be connected with a live interpreter to communicate with Franklin Transit employees. (Franklin Transit)
2. Former Williamson County elementary school principal, Jonathan Ullrich, has been indicted on additional charges. He has been charged with two counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, and six counts of aggravated sexual battery. He has been released on a $350,000 bond. (WKRN)
3. Heritage Foundation of Williamson County will be hosting PumpkinFest on Oct. 29 on Franklin's Main Street. The festival is the largest family Fall festival in Middle Tennessee. There will be a full day of Fall-inspired food, drinks, activities, music, costumes, and more. Over 150 crafts vendors, over 30 food vendors, and a Whiskey Lounge will be offered to participants. (Williamson Heritage)

Today in Franklin:

• Williamson 101 At Williamson County Chamber Of Commerce (3:30 PM)
• Online Safety At Williamson County Public Library (4:00 PM)
• Board Of Mayor And Aldermen Meeting At Franklin City Hall (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you searching for a new job or considering a career change? Click for a list of the best Franklin area employers hiring for a variety of open positions. (Franklin Patch)
• Are you curious about the various projects occurring in Franklin? Click to use the city's Project Dashboard to learn about current projects. (City of Franklin)
• The Franklin Transit Authority will be meeting at the Franklin Transit Center on Thursday. The meeting starts at 3:30 p.m. (City of Franklin)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.