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TDA reports record winter revenues, proposes budget increase
The Franklin Tourism Development Authority (TDA) reported strong occupancy tax revenues during its April meeting, with January and February ranking as some of the best months on record. The board also discussed upcoming events, environmental initiatives and a proposed budget for the next fiscal year. Good visitor months The TDA reported strong occupancy tax …
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Appalachian Trail sees 16.9 million recreation visits in 2025
First official visitation data released for the world’s longest hiking-only trail. Franklin’s Mayor says hikers strengthen the town’s economy.
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Middle Eastern food for Easter? Yes, of course.
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Downtown merchants question local rebrand, Franklin chief reports on speeding crackdown
By Dan Finnerty
April 8, 2026
EVENTS
Boots on the Ground, Voices at the Table
On April 16, 2026
3rd annual Hometown Heroes career fair
On April 16, 2026
Live, Saturday Mid-Day Music
On April 18, 2026
Obituaries
Kenneth Brahmer
1945 – 2026
Candace C. Smith
1958 – 2026
John Farnham Henning, Sr.
1948 – 2026
Government Alerts
Town of Franklin Emergency Repair and Request for Voluntary Water Restrictions
By Press Release
April 2, 2026
