🌱 The Factory's New Tenants + Police Officer Returning Home

Hello and happy Friday! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through the most important things happening these days in Franklin.

First, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 90 Low: 72.

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Here are the top three stories today in Franklin:

1. Franklin's The Factory has announced three new tenants. An Australian-style cafe titled "Two Hands" will begin offering brunch fare at its new location. Guests will soon be able to purchase charcuterie essentials from "Greys Fine Cheese and Entertaining.” And finally, "Blue Flowers" will be selling wood, urethane, and fabric at its new The Factory space. (Tennessean)
2. Williamson County Public Schools is working on complying with a new state law targeting school libraries. Schools are required to catalog library materials for "age appropriateness" and publish the full list online for parents to review. The law also extends to reading material a teacher might have in their classroom. (Chalkbeat)
3. Franklin Police Officer Scott Legieza will be returning home in a few days. Officer Legieza suffered a heart attack while on his honeymoon and was being treated in St. Maarten. He passed all medical tests and procedures needed for him to travel. He will not need a medevac flight. Click to support his recovery efforts. (WVLT8)

Today in Franklin:

• Comedy Night- Stand Up Comedy! At The Franklin Theatre (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The City of Franklin reminds the community that city offices will be closed on Monday to observe Labor Day. Please plan accordingly. (City of Franklin, TN - Municipal Government via Facebook)
• Franklin Tomorrow shares its latest episode of Front Porch Conversations. CEO Mindy Tate speaks with Franklin Resident Brandy Blanton on this episode. Click to listen. (Franklin Tomorrow via Facebook)
• The City of Franklin will be closing portions of Franklin Road between Sep. 6 and Sep. 23. Click to view the closure map. (City of Franklin)

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— 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.