🌱 Hit & Run Crash Investigation + Franklin Health Inspection Reports

Morning, neighbors! It's me, Danielle Fallon-O'Leary, your host of the Franklin Daily. Here's all the local news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 78 Low: 50.

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Here are the top three stories today in and around Franklin:

1. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is seeking information about a Williamson County hit-and-run crash. The incident occurred on Saturday, Oct. 15 and involved a red Mercedes SUV. The vehicle struck a pedestrian near an intersection in Leipers Fork. The department shared a video of the incident on its website. Anyone with information is asked to contact the department. (TN.gov)
2. Williamson County families are invited to attend a series of online informational sessions for Franklin High School's International Baccalaureate program. The meetings are meant for eighth-grade students, but all families are welcome to attend. Videos at the link will explain what the program is and how it operates in the district; click to access the videos. (Williamson Source)
3. The Tennessee Department of Health has published its most recent report of health inspections for Franklin coffee shops. All of the coffee shops on the list achieved a final health inspection score of 96 or higher. Williamson Source has the full list of inspections, which includes the date, address, and score. (Williamson Source)

Today in Franklin:

• Fall Color Hike At Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary (9:30 AM)
• Fall Trails & Tails At Harlinsdale Farm (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Are you in the market for a new best friend? Consider this list of adoption-ready pets in the Franklin area that are searching for a forever home. (Franklin Patch)
• The Franklin Farmers Market will have a selection of local pumpkins and gourds at this weekend's market. As always, the market will be today, Oct. 22 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. behind The Factory. (Franklin Farmers Market via Facebook)
• If you are searching for a spooky activity in Franklin, take a look at this late-night walk through Franklin's historic jailhouse. Visit FranklinWalkingTours.com to learn more and to purchase tickets. (Downtown Franklin via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. See you all Monday for another 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.