🌱 Low Community Level Announced By CDC + First VOAD Meeting

Hello again, Franklin! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new copy of the Franklin Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 79 Low: 58.

Here are the top three stories today in Franklin:

1. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that Williamson County is currently at a "low" community level. Under this designation, residents are encouraged to stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines while seeking testing if symptoms occur. The county had previously been listed as a "medium" community level since Sep. 21. (Williamson Source)
2. Contemporary Christian Music Legend John Chisum & Friends will be hosting a benefit performance at the historic Franklin Theatre. The performance will be benefiting Hands Across the Sea — a children's literacy organization. The show is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 16. Click to get tickets. (Williamson Source)
3. Williamson County Emergency Management Agency will be launching a new Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster Program on Oct. 19. The 7:00 p.m. meeting is open to all local volunteer groups. The purpose of the program is to better plan and respond to disasters that could impact the county. Click to complete the membership form. (Williamson Herald)

Today in Franklin:

• Beer Board Meeting At Franklin City Hall (4:30 PM)
• Tailgate Tuesday! Beer, Brats, And Bourbon Mini Class At Saint Goose (6:30 PM)
• Board Of Mayor And Aldermen Meeting At Franklin City Hall (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Williamson County has released its latest list of property transfers that occurred between Sep. 19 and Sep. 23. Click for the full list. (Williamson Source)
• Are you searching for a new job or considering a career change? Click for a list of Franklin area employers hiring for a variety of open positions. (Franklin Patch)
• If you searching for something to do, USA Tales has published a list of 15 must-try activities to do in Franklin. Click for the full list. (USA Tales)
• There will be over 30 different food vendors at this year's Pumpkinfest. Mark your calendar! (Downtown Franklin via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with 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.