🌱 Franklin Transit Authority Suspends Services + Kitty Hall Event

Hello, hello. Danielle Fallon-O'Leary here with your fresh copy of the Franklin Daily, filled with all the local news you need to know right now.

First, today's weather:

A stray afternoon t-storm. High: 90 Low: 71.

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Here are the top three stories in Franklin today:

1. The Franklin Transit Authority will be suspending services in recognition of Independence Day. The service suspension will affect fixed-route transit and TODD service. Regular service will resume on Jul. 5. Anyone with questions can contact the transit authority at (615) 628-0260. (williamsonherald.com)
2. Are you growing increasingly frustrated with online home listings and are seeking an alternative? Patch and Redfin have teamed up to create a list of upcoming in-person open houses occurring in the Franklin area. Click for the full list that includes times, dates, property dimensions, prices, and photos. (Franklin Patch)
3. The Williamson County Animal Center will be transforming Franklin City Hall into "Kitty Hall." The event is meant to raise funds for the center while connecting adoption-ready pets with forever homes. The center will be offering half-price adoptions during the event on Jul. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (williamsonherald.com)

Today in Franklin:

• Jacob Johnson Music At The Williamson County Main Public Library (2:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The City of Franklin has provided a helpful list of tips meant to ensure your dog's safety during the 4th of July festivities. Click here for the full list. (City of Franklin, TN - Municipal Government via Facebook)
• Downtown Franklin has created a list of some fun downtown food options. Click to view the full list that includes Bar Magnolia, Ellies Donuts, and Five Points Franklin Market. (Downtown Franklin via Facebook)
• The City of Franklin shares footage of Tuesday's BOMA Work Session. Click to watch the full session. (City of Franklin, TN - Municipal Government via Facebook)

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That's it for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update!

— 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.