🌱 Guilty Verdict In $1.2M Laundering Case + Local Student Scholarship

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Mostly cloudy. High: 81 Low: 60.

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Here are the top three stories today in Franklin:

1. A Franklin man named Karl Hampton, along with his wife, was indicted and charged with conspiracy and money laundering in 2021. Hampton was found guilty of 12 felony counts for defrauding an elderly woman with dementia of over one million dollars. Evidence showed that he convinced the victim to sign over her Power of Attorney and trust, then drained her bank accounts, took out a line of credit, and amassed huge charges on her credit cards for personal expenses. (WKRN)
2. Leadership Franklin has awarded a $1,500 college scholarship to Williamson County student Miles Brown, who will graduate from Brentwood High School in May. The scholarship is given annually to high school seniors or college students who demonstrate their commitment to Williamson County through service and community leadership. Brown was selected based on his GPA, essay quality, and scholarship application points, and he has shown leadership qualities through various school and community activities, including being an Eagle Scout and president of the Black Student Association. (Williamson Herald)
3. Have you ever heard of orange wine? Surprisingly, it's not made from oranges. You're invited to learn about this fascinating drink at Saint Goose in downtown Franklin. The mini-class will begin at 1:00 p.m. today (Saturday, Apr. 15); tickets are still available for purchase online. (Do 615)

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Today in Franklin:

• Franklin Farmers Market At Franklin Factory (8:00 AM)
• Kids Bug Scavenger Hunt At Stoney Creek Farm (10:00 AM)
• Puppy Pals At Franklin Theatre (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Tennessee is well-known for its music scene, but it's also the birthplace of cotton candy. The first cotton candy machine was invented by a dentist in Tennessee, though not much is known about him. Today, Puffy Cotton Candy in Franklin, Tennessee has elevated cotton candy into an art form. (Only In Your State)
• The City of Franklin is hiring! Take a look at the latest employment opportunities online. (Municipal Government via Facebook)

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— 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.