🌱 FPD Release Forklift Theft Video & Offer Reward + Stolen Car Chase

Hey, everybody! It's me, Danielle Fallon-O'Leary, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town.

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Mainly cloudy, showers around. High: 63 Low: 54.

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Here are the top three stories in Franklin today:

1. Franklin Police and Crime Stoppers released a video of a suspect driving away with a stolen forklift from a Walmart parking lot. Police hope that the truck used by the suspect is unique enough that someone knows the owner. Crime Stoppers and Police are offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of the suspect. (Franklin TN)
2. The Williamson County Sheriff's Office in Franklin asked the community to be on the lookout for two suspects who bailed from a stolen car after a pursuit on Interstate 840 near mile marker 19 on Saturday, Feb. 18. Deputies were searching near Davis Hollow south of Leipers Fork and ask the public to call 911 if you see anything suspicious. (WCSO Sheriff via Twitter)
3. At least one person was injured in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 65 South in Franklin on Saturday afternoon, Feb. 18. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), three vehicles were involved in the incident which led to the closure of two southbound lanes of I-65 near McEwen Drive. Those lanes have since opened. The THP also said there were reports of injuries from the crash, but the number and nature of those injuries were unknown at the time. (WKRN)

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Today in Franklin:

• I Love The 80's Day Camp! At Sugar Drop (10:00 AM)
• 1.5 Mile Guided Hike At Timberland Park (10:00 AM)
• Art Lab For Kids: Make Your Own Emoji At Apple CoolSprings Galleria (1:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Franklin City Parks team wants to hear from you! Take the Movies In The Park Poll and tell them what movie you want to be featured at Pinkerton Park this summer. The films to choose from are A Goofy Movie, Air Bud, Lilo & Stitch, The Emperor's New Groove, Moana, Shrek, Mulan, and Aladdin. Click here to cast your vote. (City of Franklin, TN - Municipal Government via Facebook)
• Looking for fun family-friendly activities this Spring Break? Click here to see all the Franklin Spring Break adventure opportunities! The list includes shopping, food, road trips, a virtual gaming arcade, outdoor activities, and much more. (Franklin Tennessee via Twitter)
• When you’re in the market for a new home, hunting down every new listing in the area can take hours of tedious research online. Here's an easier way. Check out the latest home for sale in the Franklin area, including a completely updated two-bedroom house with a gorgeous new kitchen on Hillsboro Road for $299,000! (Franklin Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday. I'll be back in your inbox soon with your next update!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager 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.