Third mega proposal from 2015 finally gets some attention as TID is sought
While the news from Showtime Cinema grabbed the hearts and minds of many Franklinites last week, the last of Franklin's "Big 3" proposals...
FOR SALE: The City of Franklin
As discussed in the previous post, FT decided it would be interesting to peer into Olson's recent campaign donations and Mayoral...
IKEA announcement highlights a Tale of Two Cities
This morning, the City of Oak Creek, along with IKEA officials, confirmed rumors all week that the popular retailer was finally coming to...
Ballpark Commons rezoning brings out a NIMBY crowd
While there’s no question that passions can run high when people confront changes near their specific backyards, the Common Council...
Retail consultant seeks to break "holding pattern" and move forward on recruitment efforts
A recent email from Buxton Group, the city-hired consultant to locate potential retailers for Franklin, shines a light on the slow...
The Rock owner gears up for the long haul in Franklin development
A few years ago, many residents in Franklin likely didn't even know this developer lived in the community. His rapid rise to the...
Could transit issues be a factor with Franklin development?
Earlier today, the Oak Creek NOW reported that with the recent boom in retail, along with the Drexel Town Square project, the Milwaukee...