Friday, November 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ One Generation Away is hosting its 'Give Thanks, Give a Turkey' drive until November 27, 2024, where a $25 donation provides a needy family with a turkey for Thanksgiving. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Williamson County offers a weekend filled with diverse activities including a music night, art show, high school football playoffs, library book sale, and Mistletoe Market. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Operation Fallback, a joint effort by multiple Tennessee law enforcement agencies on I-840 and SR-96, significantly curtailed unsafe driving behaviors, issuing 144 stops and various citations within 24 hours. Williamson County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County is set to host its 7th Annual Preservation Symposium focusing on artifact repatriation and involvement in historical preservation. Williamson Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nissan Motor plans to cut 9,000 jobs worldwide, scale back production by 20%, and reduce costs by $2.6 billion amidst a drop in sales, particularly in China and the U.S., while also adjusting its profit forecast and executive pay. Williamson County Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WCS schools are offering multiple student-led theater productions this week, featuring adaptations of classic and original plays. Williamson County Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Williamson Health is providing a special $150 lung cancer screening in November to help detect the disease early, with some screenings potentially covered by insurance. Williamson County Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Titans announced the semifinalists for the Mr. Football Awards, recognizing top high school football players across nine classifications and a Kicker of the Year in Tennessee for 2024. Williamson County Source
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Saint Matthew School Open House
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Franklin Veterans Day Parade
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Chris Ekiss Live Concert
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2nd Annual Fall Market at Holy Family Catholic Church
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Daryl Mosley Concert at Walker Baptist Church
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Katrina Burgoyne Live at Puckett's Restaurant
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Monthly Meeting of the Music City Mustang Club
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The Mike Thomas Band Performance at Liberty Hall
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Franklin Farmers Market - Fresh Food and Local Artisans
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