🌱 New FirstBank Mortgage In Franklin + Shooting Investigation Nearby

Hey, Franklin! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 80 Low: 62.
• Friday: A t-storm around in the a.m. High: 79 Low: 63.

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Here are the top three stories today in Franklin:

1. Earlier this week, FirstBank Mortgage held an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new location opening in downtown Franklin. In addition to the more localized support from FirstBank Mortgage with its new location, this also allows for it to provide even more support in the community. The bank is a big sponsor for the larger events in the area and has won many awards in diversity and inclusion. (williamsonherald.com)
2. Several Williamson County Schools Robotics Teams traveled to Dallas late last month to compete in the World Robotics Championships from Apr. 25 through May 4. Two teams from Brentwood High School competed in their division; one group came in third place in the qualifying round before ultimately falling out of the quarter-finals. Ravenwood High School also brought three teams to the competition with one placing in 13 and making their way into the divisional round; Brentwood Middle School also brought four teams to the competition to compete. (Williamson Source)
3. Nearby in Antioch, an investigation is currently underway for a shooting that happened early Wednesday morning that left one person critically injured. The incident occurred around 3:00 a.m. Wednesday morning in the 700 block of Bell Road; there is currently not much information surrounding the incident, as the victim was transported to the emergency room by an individual without much knowledge. The victim was taken to TriStar Skyline Medical Center for treatment after being delivered to the emergency room. Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the authorities as soon as possible. (WKRN News 2)

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Today and tomorrow in Franklin:

Thursday, May 18

• Best Reads Book Club At Main Library Franklin (1:00 PM)
• Crafter's Night Out At Leiper's Fork Public Library (4:30 PM)
• Listen And Learn With Joe West At Williamson County Public Library (6:00 PM)

Friday, May 19

• Regions Bank: Berry Farms Ribbon Cutting At 204 Lathram Lane (11:00 AM)
• All About The Libby App At Main Library Franklin (2:00 PM)
• Touch-A-Truck At Jim Warren Park (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• There's no better way to celebrate Tennessee Whiskey Week than to stop at some of the best spots in Franklin for a nice glass. Explore the county with the free Masters & Makers Trail digital passport, and if you check in at four of the spots, you will get a free limited edition t-shirt. (Visit Franklin, TN via Facebook)
• Come out this Saturday from 8:30-10:30 a.m. for the city's Urban Birding program's new date. The event was rescheduled last week due to inclement weather, but the opportunity to spot birds and see the beauty of spring migration is officially here. (City of Franklin, TN - Municipal Government via Facebook)
• A few weeks ago, Your Williamson held a dunk tank fundraiser for Ellie G's Dream World down at the Heritage Foundation's Main Street Festival. This week, Friends of Franklin Parks accepted a $2,500 check going toward Franklin's First Inclusive Playground. (Friends of Franklin Parks via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. See you all soon for another update!

— 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.