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Dolly Parton’s Cup of Amibition launched free coffee outside the Country Music Hall of Fame on National Coffee Day, and today’s photo of the day (photo by Donna Vissman) captures the event for local residents.

Hawkers Asian Street Food opens its new Franklin location at McEwen Northside (4020 Aspen Grove Dr) today, serving shareable dishes inspired by Asian street markets and craft cocktails.

The restaurant anchors the ground floor alongside Culinary Dropout as part of the district’s $125 million expansion.

This week, live shows bring excitement to Franklin and Nashville.

On Thursday, Oct. 8 at 6:45 p.m., the FirstBank Amphitheater (in Franklin) hosts Five Finger Death Punch with Cody Jinks, while other concerts feature Top Gun: Maverick in Concert, Jack White, Phoebe Bridgers and The Beach Boys.

Today, 6AM City launches its Photo of the Day series featuring Williamson County’s sights (inviting residents to submit original photos) and spotlights musician Blake Whiten, who announced his signing with CAA for global booking as he embarks on a sold-out 22-date tour.

Local author Sara McDaniel will host a book signing at White's Mercantile, 345 Main Street, on Friday, Oct.

30, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will feature her new book, The Bright Side of the Other Side: Notes from a Soul Restored, which releases Oct. 13.

WCS and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office are offering free car seat safety checks at local elementary - and middle schools throughout the school year to help parents keep children safe while traveling.

Williamson County Schools honored six bus drivers including June Taulbee, Rhonda Graves, Todd Knopp, Heather Crowner, David Howell and William Esmon as August honorees on Sept.

16 for the new 2026-27 school year; each driver received a complimentary breakfast, Sonic gift card and certificate for their dedication.

Dr. Leigh Webb, Centennial High School’s former principal and current Williamson County Schools Interim Superintendent, celebrated the school's 30th anniversary by sharing memories of Cougar Nation traditions (including Friday football games) and noting the impact of alumni like Kelsea Ballerini and Tyrel Dodson.