🌱 New Stores At The Factory + Homeless Organization Helps Franklin

Good morning, neighbors. It's me, Danielle Fallon-O'Leary, your host of the Franklin Daily — back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and chilly. High: 48 Low: 27.

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Here are the top three stories today in Franklin:

1. The Factory at Franklin will be welcoming some new tenants soon. There will soon be an assortment of new restaurants and retail shops, such as the popular Edley’s Bar-B-Que. Other retail shops will include The White Alligator and Structured Hair. Renovations to The Factory are expected to continue through 2023 and beyond. (Williamson Source)
2. The Williamson County Chamber of Commerce’s Black Business Coalition recently held a holiday mixer for local businesses to connect and network. The event had 125 registrants, nearly double last year's turnout. Food and drinks were served as local business owners mingled. The coalition aims to lift up and empower black business owners. (williamsonherald.com)
3. With temperatures dropping and the weather growing rough, Williamson County Homeless Alliance is needed more now than ever. The Alliance's mission is to create a permanent transitional location for people struggling with homelessness. The organization serves Franklin as well as Williamson County. The coalition is supported by local government, nonprofits, and local businesses. (williamsonherald.com)

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Today in Franklin:

• Santa's Come To Town at CoolSprings Galleria (11:00 AM)
• SodaStream Store Demo at Thoroughbred Village (12:00 PM)
• Happy Hour at Cool Springs Brewery (4:00 PM)
• FrankTown Festival Of Lights at Williamson County AG Expo Park (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Want to share your thoughts about the City of Franklin? Fill out this survey and make your voice heard. (City of Franklin, TN - Municipal Government)
• Come check out the Nashville Community Choir this weekend! The event sounds like music to our ears. (Nashville Fun For Families)
• In the market for a new home? Check out these five nearby homes that were recently listed in the Franklin area! (Patch)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early 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.