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Nashville's second measles case this year left possible exposures at three Brentwood businesses

If you were in Brentwood this past week, check this list. Nashville's health department confirmed the city's second measles case of 2026, and the person was unvaccinated and had traveled internationally.

The Franklin Daily News team · 1 min read · 4 sources

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Nashville's second measles case comes as U.S. cases top 4,800

2nd
measles case confirmed in Nashville this year
9
confirmed Tennessee cases in 2026 as of Oct. 17
4,800+
measles cases confirmed nationwide this year
97%
effectiveness of two MMR doses, per the CDC

Sources: News Channel 5 Nashville, The Tennessean

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High School SportsBrentwood girls win a seventh straight state cross country title, tying the recordBrentwood's girls did it again. The Bruins won their seventh straight TSSAA Class AAA title Thursday at Shelby Farms in Memphis, tying Knoxville Webb for the most consecutive cross country state championships ever. Freshman Scotlyn Szabo finished third in 18:13.38, and the Williamson Herald reports every scoring Bruin placed in the top 20.Today’s editionRead High School SportsBrentwood girls and Independence boys defend their Class AAA cross country titles in Memphis todayIf you've got a runner at Shelby Farms, or just a soft spot for the Bruins, today's a big one. The Brentwood High girls are going for a seventh straight Class AAA title, which The Tennessean says would tie a TSSAA record. Independence's boys are the defending champs in their race.Thursday’s editionRead FootballFranklin travels to Antioch as high school football playoffs start FridayIf you follow Franklin football, pack for a road trip: the playoffs begin Fri., Nov. 6, and Franklin plays at Antioch. Cane Ridge visits Ravenwood, and every game could be a team's last of the year.Wednesday’s editionRead Good CauseWilliamson County Animal Center is collecting new stuffed animals for young hospital patientsIf you've got a soft spot for a good cause, Williamson County Animal Center is collecting stuffed animals through Dec. 12 for patients at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center. The center delivered several boxes after last year's first collection, and this year's drive is called "Dasher's Delivery."Wednesday’s editionRead Local LivingGraceWorks more than doubled its leased space for its Franklin thrift store and food pantryIf you've dropped off donations at GraceWorks Ministries, you'll find more room. The Franklin nonprofit held a ribbon-cutting Thursday, Oct. 29, for its expanded thrift store at 104 Southeast Parkway.Tuesday’s editionRead

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  • E-bike rulesFranklin has adopted new rules barring bicycles, e-bikes, electric scooters and Segways from city sidewalks.

    Franklin has adopted new rules barring bicycles, e-bikes, electric scooters and Segways from city sidewalks. Motor scooters are for streets only, and riders must be at least 16 with a valid driver's license and a license plate.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Williamson Source

  • Heritage centerThe African American Heritage Society of Williamson County will celebrate the grand opening of the Merrill-Williams Heritage & Cultural Center at 11 a.m.

    The African American Heritage Society of Williamson County will celebrate the grand opening of the Merrill-Williams Heritage & Cultural Center at 11 a.m. Thu., Nov. 12, at 264 Natchez St. in Franklin. The society has raised $2.2 million for the project.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Williamson Herald

  • Turkey TrotGraceWorks Ministries' 27th annual Turkey Trot is Thu., Nov.

    GraceWorks Ministries' 27th annual Turkey Trot is Thu., Nov. 26, at Meridian Cool Springs, 5000 Meridian Blvd. The Williamson Source reports close to 5,000 participants are expected for the 10K, 5K and Kids' Turkey Chase. Funds raised support GraceWorks Ministries.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Williamson Herald, Williamson Source

  • Middle schoolWilliamson County's school board voted unanimously in October to move forward on a new middle school on the Jordan Elementary campus in Brentwood.

    Williamson County's school board voted unanimously in October to move forward on a new middle school on the Jordan Elementary campus in Brentwood. New numbers show Woodland, Sunset and Mill Creek middle schools would hit or exceed capacity within two to four years, and the district is asking the county commission to greenlight design and site prep.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WSMV

  • Meals servedOne Generation Away marked 50 million meals served Tue., Nov.

    One Generation Away marked 50 million meals served Tue., Nov. 3, at its Franklin headquarters and set a new goal of 500 million meals. Chris and Elaine Whitney founded the nonprofit in 2013.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Williamson Herald

  • Mr. FootballFive Williamson County players are Tennessee Titans Mr.

    Five Williamson County players are Tennessee Titans Mr. Football semifinalists: BGA's Bo Bryan and Maddox Porter, Brentwood Academy's Larry Sanders in DII-AAA and Cameron Kruse in Class 5A. Brentwood Academy's Owen Davies is up for Kicker of the Year. A statewide committee of sports writers picked the semifinalists, and the three finalists per award will be announced Tue., Nov. 24 at 6:30 p.m.

    Around Tennessee · Today’s editionSources: Williamson Herald, WGNS Radio, Maury County Source, Main Street Media of Tennessee

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    Ms. Cheap: Time for some of my favorite November and December sales

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Franklin Daily Newsto me · Fri., Nov. 66:00 a.m.

Measles exposure alert includes three Brentwood stops

Plus, Brentwood girls win a record-tying seventh straight cross country title

The TLDR

  1. Nashville's second measles case of 2026 touched three Brentwood spots
  2. Brentwood girls win a seventh straight state cross country title
  3. Franklin bans bikes and e-scooters from city sidewalks
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