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Fallen soldier's body returns home to Franklin
Franklin, TN - The body of a 22-year-old Army Specialist from Franklin returned home Thursday.
Spc. Jason Edens died from injuries he received when his unit was attacked in Afghanistan.
The 2007 high school graduate died last Thursday after being transported to Walter Reed Army Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland.
Edens' body arrived at the Stewart Air Force Base at the Smyrna Airport.
Charles Banniza was among those who came to pay his respects to the fallen soldier.
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Teacher heard insulting students on recording, suspended
A Metro elementary school teacher was placed on administrative leave Monday after an audio tape of her insulting her students surfaced.
Noelle Smith teaches third grade at Sylvan Park Elementary School in Nashville.
Concerned parents told Nashville's News 2 they placed a tape recorder in their daughter's backpack after the student made a disturbing statement.
"She made the statement a couple of nights ago and it just killed me," said the parent who asked not to be identified. "[She said], 'Well, maybe I should just die.'"
Brentwood connection first to new statewide network
Authentic Ireland Cultural Enrichment Offers Weekly Irish Culture Classes
Franklin, TENN. - O'More College of Design is partnering with TEAM IRELAND and Authentic Ireland Cultural Enrichment (A.I.C.E) to offer a series of weekly classes designed to promote Irish culture and its heritage. Each class, students will learn how to converse on various topics through the Gaelic language. People will also be able to participate in the through a live, online-viewing for each of the 10-week sessions.
TEAM IRELAND represents a partnership between nine distinct groups in Middle Tennessee that have an existing alliance with Ireland. These groups support an active relationship with the country in various ways, and TEAM IRELAND works to advance more robust relationships within the regional community.
"We want to bring together the people of Ireland and Middle Tennessee, and create a community that celebrates a common ancestry and shares a bond of Irishness," says Éilís Crean, fiddler and founder of TEAM IRELAND and A.I.C.E. "This sentiment is perpetuated by the logo and mantra, ‘TEAM IRELAND, Fostering Dignity and Beauty in Our Shared Irishness.'"
The classes will kick off Monday, Jan. 16, at 6 p.m. in The Ireland Room at O'More. In order to accommodate all schedules and locations, TEAM IRELAND and the design school will also offer a live viewing through Skype.
Each weekly class will center around Irish conversation, called "Cómhrá Ghaeilge." The series' mission is to pass along Irish culture in the form of language, music, song, dance and storytelling. Crean says that her inspiration for the Irish group, and this series, lies in one of the country's oldest traditions.
"Historically, people in Ireland gathered at houses to play music or even at a crossroads where dancers were included," Crean says. "The purpose of the gathering was camaraderie and friends-to inspired and vitalize one another. That's what I hope to do here."
More specifically, these classes will include lessons and conversations about the Gaelic language, traditions and folklore. Some lectures will be based around common themes, such as New Year's resolutions and St. Patrick's Day. However, Crean says that the series will focus mainly on Irish heritage, with in-depth topics such as: traditional Irish music, song, dance, storytelling, history and many more ideas prevalent to the Irish culture.
The classes will last one hour, and participants are encouraged to sign up for the full 10-week package. To view the weekly curriculum and sign up for classes, visitwww.eiliscreanAICE.com, or email " target="_blank" style="color: #1155cc;">.
Balloon Ride Over Williamson County, Tennessee
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Avure Technologies to bring 30 jobs to area
Consumer fireworks and sparklers are not allowed in Franklin
With the 4th of July less than one month away, the Franklin Fire Department is reminding residents that consumer fireworks, including sparklers, are illegal in Franklin.
Franklin Fire Marshal Andy King said that the sale of fireworks is also not permitted anywhere in the city, but many vendors set up fireworks stands just outside the city limits. “Many residents don’t realize when they purchase fireworks in the county that they cannot be used in the city,” said King. The city’s 1999 ordinance banning fireworks allows enforcement by the police. He said that violators may face fines, and may be held liable for damages.
King said the fireworks ban is for the public safety of both individuals and the community. “Fireworks are highly regulated because every year they injure thousands of people and cause thousands of fires,” said King. He said the noise created by fireworks is also a nuisance for many residents. “The City of Franklin communications center receives hundreds of fireworks complaints in the days before and after July 4th,” said King.
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), more fires are reported on the 4th of July than any other day of the year, primarily due to fireworks. In 2008 (most current data available), NFPA reports that there was one death associated with consumer fireworks and 7,000 fireworks-related injuries were treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms that year. The highest injury rates were for children ages 5 to 9, and teens ages 15 to 19. Sparklers, fountains, and novelties alone accounted for 32% of the emergency room fireworks injuries in 2008.
Last year fireworks caused at least two brush fires in Franklin during the month of July, including one at the Westhaven golf course on July 4th. The previous year, two teens playing with fireworks ignited a mulch fire that spread to an apartment building in the Wyndchase apartment complex. No one was injured, but the fire damaged the exterior of the building and destroyed the landscaping.
“Consumer fireworks are simply too dangerous in the hands of amateurs, especially children,” said King. He added, “Sparklers can exceed 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit and cause painful burns or set clothing on fire. Even with the risk involved, it’s not uncommon to see children shooting fireworks with no adult supervision.”
King said that the safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public display conducted by trained professionals. The City of Franklin and WAKM Radio’s fireworks display will start around 9:00 p.m. on Monday, July 4th and viewing is available at Harlinsdale Farm.
Last Weekend to Sign Up for Summer Sports Camp
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4,473 state organizations lose tax-exempt status
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- Announcement 2011-35, Publication of the Auto-Revocation List
- Revenue Procedure 2011-33
