Franklin Barbecue: Franklin Barbecue reopens after renovations

Hungry customers once again waited in line for hours Tuesday as Franklin Barbecue reopened after completing extensive renovations. The East Austin barbecue haven had closed for two weeks from June 23 to July 7 to complete renovations including adding a new smokehouse to prepare its nationally renowned brisket. KXAN.com published video of the scene Tuesday. The restaurant has added 1,000 square feet of kitchen space and it will take some time to learn the ropes of the new rib rotisserie and sausage…