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Franklin Fire Department has invited children (grades K-8) to design a new fire helmet shield for mascot Sparky, with entries accepted until Friday, Oct.

30; the winning design will be featured at Franklin Fire Station 8 and rewards include a $100 Visa gift card and nine $50 awards.

The Titans will face the Eagles on Sunday at Nissan Stadium; coach strategies focus on protecting quarterback Cam Ward, boosting the run game & improving special teams after a rough opener.

Luxury home builder Zurich Homes purchased an office building on 4th Avenue South in downtown Franklin to serve clients and collaborate with vendors.

The company plans to move operations on Sept. 30 with drop-in hours by appointment (limited parking is available).

The African American Heritage Society of Williamson County will explore soul food history and its cultural impact at its September Porch Talk (Let's Talk Soul Food) on Sept.

28 at 6 p.m. at the Williamson County Public Library in Franklin.

Health inspectors released updated food scores for local restaurants and other food service sites across Williamson County for Sept 9–16, 2026 — officials require establishments to display reports publicly while residents can review details at county health offices or call the complaint hotline if concerns arise.

Today's featured photo spotlights local sights in Williamson County — including a highlight from Braxton Keith's sold-out show at Brooklyn Bowl — and invites residents to submit their own images for upcoming features.

Today, Lotz House named Tony Morreale community development director to expand his role from tour guide and lead the new Hands-on History Cellar Tour and Artifact Recovery program at 1111 Columbia Avenue.

Brad Pitt attended the global premiere of Heart of the Beast at FirstBank Amphitheater in Franklin on Sept.

16, where director David Ayer and guests enjoyed an outdoor screening—Paramount is also exploring office expansion in Nashville.