🌱 WCPS Community Input Sessions + Pop-Up Bar At Factory At Franklin

Hello all. Danielle Fallon-O'Leary here with your fresh copy of the Franklin Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

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But first, today's weather:

Mild with periods of sunshine. High: 64 Low: 45.

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Here are the top three stories in Franklin today:

1. As part of the development process for its new five-year strategic plan, Williamson County Schools will host a series of five community input sessions throughout the month of February. One will take place at Franklin High School on Feb. 13 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. More information about the Strategic Plan and the planning process is available on the WCS website. (Williamson Source)
2. Jack and Sam Medalie, two brothers on the Franklin High School boys' basketball team, helped lead the Admirals to a 63-41 victory against visiting Brentwood on Friday. The brothers, who started their high school careers with the Brentwood Bruins, scored over 40 combined points against their former team to claim a District 11-4A victory and season sweep. The Admirals have won three of their last four games and will play against top-ranked Independence tomorrow, Feb. 7.(williamsonherald.com)
3. A pop-up bar called The Wandering Star will be open at the Factory at Franklin through the end of February. The drinks-only bar, which features a menu of four specialty cocktails and two wine offerings, is accessible from an entrance near Honest Coffee Roasters. The Wandering Star is open Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Williamson Source)

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Today in Franklin:

• Williamson County Chamber Of Commerce Ribbon Cutting At Tazikis (10:30 AM)
• Teen Writers' Group At Williamson County Public Library (4:00 PM)
• Williamson County Budget Committee Meeting At 1320 West Main Street (4:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Calling all local house hunters! Two gorgeous homes have just been listed for sale in the Franklin area: a three-bed, three-bath home on Harrah Drive in Spring Hill and a five-bed, six-bath home on Littlebury Park Drive in Thompson's Station. Get the property specs and list prices in Patch's latest real estate roundup. (Franklin Patch)
• The CoolSprings Galleria is giving away $300 worth of gift cards, just in time for Valentine's Day. To enter, simply take a photo in front of the Love display on the upper level next to Auntie Anne’s, then scan the QR code to enter or text the word Valentine to 615-823-2660. The winner will be announced tomorrow, Feb. 7, and receive $100 to Connor’s Steak & Seafood, $100 to Pandora, $50 to Altar’d State, and $50 to Edelweiss Boutique. (Williamson Source)
• Franklin Police Chief Deb Faulkner spoke with the Williamson Source about her involvement in Find Hope Franklin, Mayor Moore’s mental health initiative. Read the full interview at the link. (Williamson Source)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right. I'll see you soon!

— 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.