Cornmesser wins Celebration of Talent event

The top five finishers in the Celebration of Talent competition, based on audience vote, were (from left) Mandy Williams, Reilly Martin, Ashlynne E. Cornmesser, Wild Will Ion and Jacob Hoffman. Cornmesser was the first-place winner. (Submitted photo)
From staff reports

Ashlynne E. Cornmesser was the winner of the Celebration of Talent competition held Saturday at the Barrow-Civic Theatre in Franklin in conjunction with Franklin on Ice.

Twelve contestants graced the stage with their talents including singing, piano, guitar, and hula-hoop. The top five finishers were chosen by the audience.

Jacob Hoffman, Wild Will Ion, Mandy Williams, and Reilly Martin rounded out the top five.

The first- and second-place winners received cash prizes, and the third- fourth- and fifth-place winners received gift cards from the Franklin Retail and Business Association.