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Rain, heat don’t dampen Franklin on the Fourth celebration | Entertainment
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Rain, heat don’t dampen Franklin on the Fourth celebration | Entertainment

Despite the heat and about a 10-minute downpour, thousands of people gathered in downtown Franklin Monday to celebrate the nation’s birthday with friends, neighbors, delicious food options and plenty of music.  Along the way, attendees had a chance to check out a collection of antique and vintage cars, from a 1937 Packard to a 1958 Cadillac Coupe de Ville and 1960 Corvette, provided by members of the Battlefield Antique Automobile Association. The Bluegrass All Stars kicked off the musical lineup, followed by Cliff Notes, The JLM Band, Rocky Top Revue cloggers, Don Adams Band, Boomerang and 30Vice.  “People were singing, dancing and having a good time ...
Franklin on the Fourth to kick off at 10 a.m. downtown | Entertainment
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Franklin on the Fourth to kick off at 10 a.m. downtown | Entertainment

Thousands are expected to attend the popular Franklin on the Fourth celebration on the downtown square on July 4, sponsored by the Franklin Lions Club. Festivities will begin at 10 a.m. with music, food and craft vendors, antique cars and much more. The event will also feature a Children’s Patriotic Parade at 5 p.m. Lineup for the parade will begin at 4:45; register at the Lions Club Booth on the square at the event. There will be prizes for best costume and decorated bikes and wagons. Pets are welcome. ...