Pilot Company invests in Franklin with travel center upgrade, donation
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The ONE9 travel center in Franklin is ready for travelers to experience its new curb-to-counter remodel, featuring a fresh look and enhanced amenities.
This investment is part of Pilot Company’s $1+ billion nationwide store modernization initiative, New Horizons, and to celebrate this location’s completion, Pilot is donating $10,000 to Simpson County Schools.
“We are excited to welcome the Franklin community to our ONE9 travel center to enjoy the new amenities and thoughtful upgrades,” said Shannon Stone, director of store modernization at Pilot. “Whether you need to fuel up, grab a bite to eat or get going with the best coffee on the interstate, our goal is to provide a convenient and reliable stop for every journey.”
Key updates to the travel center located at 2929 Scottsville Road include:
• Revitalized store interior with a fresh, modern design
• Remodeled Subway to serve guests their favorite meals
• Remodeled and refreshed restrooms and showers for added comfort
• Enhanced beverage coolers for a wide selection of drinks
• Two new self-checkouts for a more convenient shopping experience
• New hot and cold deli area with crave-worthy, grab-and-go options
Commitment to Community
Pilot is dedicated to showing people they matter at every turn – whether in its travel centers, on the road or beyond. Through its Miles of Good initiative, the company supports the communities it serves by focusing on three key pillars: education, safety and veterans. As part of this ongoing commitment, Pilot’s $10,000 donation to Simpson County Schools will support formative assessment software.
“With this donation, Simpson County Schools will be able to implement a new assessment program that will provide staff with data to help meet students’ individual needs to ensure they reach their full potential,” said Shelina Smith, chief academic officer at Simpson County Schools. “We believe it takes the support of every stakeholder in the community to have the best schools for our students and their families.”
