Franklin FFA flourishing with upcoming plant sale, welding projects

By Amy Hadachek
Apr 15, 2025
Apr 15, 2025

Franklin FFA 1.jpg — The Franklin FFA Chapter in Franklin County, Neb. hosted a petting zoo.
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By Amy Hadachek

With thriving geraniums and plants, it’s a busy and beautiful time of year at Franklin Public Schools in Franklin County, Nebraska, as their FFA chapter busily prepares for their annual flower sale.

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Franklin FFA 2.jpg — Franklin FFA members Macy Lenneman and Caiden Peterman teach safety to grade schoolers.
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