Franklin Ranked Among Best Cities to Live

MONEY Magazine and CNN/Money just ranked Franklin, located 15 minutes south of Nashville, as number 58 on the list of best cities to live in America. We are very proud of this mention, however, I personally think it should be higher. I think this comes from two places. One, I live here and so I am somewhat biased, but the other factor that is not as readily or easily discernable and that is the upside for the next few years. Now, you can do tons of studies and futurists can make claims and assertions, but the truth of the matter is that you don't really know how a city is going to develop unless you are there to feel the vibe. I can tell you that the vibe in Franklin is fantastic. The city leaders have an eye towards growth management along with agressive preservation of green spaces. Recently, the County Club of Franklin, located right next to the Carnton Plantation, home of Carrie McGavock, was bought by the city to be returned to a park that honors the historic Battle of Franklin that took place here during the Civil War. This is just one example of the efforts to manage growth while maintaining the distinctive charm and grace that attracts people to Franklin.