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High School SportsIndependence boys finish second at the state cross country meet as Summit's Lorelai Whitten places runner-upTeams from Brentwood, Summit, Independence, Ravenwood, Nolensville and Franklin ran at Shelby Farms in Memphis on Thursday, Nov. 5 for the TSSAA Class AAA state cross country championships. Independence's boys finished second behind Daniel Boone, winning a tiebreaker with Kingsport Dobyns-Bennett for the spot. Coach Luke Finley called it "not a situation we'd been in before."Today’s editionRead HealthNashville's second measles case left exposure sites in Brentwood and ArringtonIf you were at a spot from Arrington to Brentwood, Antioch or Nashville over the past week, check where you've been. Metro Public Health has confirmed Nashville's second measles case this year, and WSMV reports the exposure sites span Davidson and Williamson counties. News Channel 5 reports the person is unvaccinated, had traveled internationally and is isolating at home.Monday’s editionRead High School FootballBrentwood beat Rossview 42-8 and will face Southwind in Memphis on FridayBrentwood bounced back fast. The Bruins beat visiting Rossview 42-8 Friday night in the playoff opener, a week after a 28-10 loss to Ravenwood in the Region 6-6A championship.Sunday’s editionRead High School SportsBrentwood girls won a record-tying seventh straight state cross country titleThe Brentwood girls won their seventh straight Class AAA team title Thursday at Shelby Farms in Memphis. That matches Knoxville Webb's 2012-18 run as the only streak that long in state history, girls or boys.Sunday’s editionRead HealthNashville's second measles case of 2026 lists three Brentwood stops for possible exposureIf you were around Brentwood last weekend, check your calendar. Metro Public Health confirmed Nashville's second measles case of 2026 and flagged seven places where people may have been exposed. The person was unvaccinated and had recently traveled internationally, and officials say the case poses no broader threat to the public. The Nashville Banner's morning brief lists the same seven stops.Saturday’s editionRead HealthNashville's second measles case this year left possible exposures at three Brentwood businessesIf 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. They were in public across Middle Tennessee between Oct. 30 and Nov. 3, including Subway on Franklin Road, Remedy Lash and Co. on Church Street E. and The Joint Chiropractic on Old Hickory Boulevard in Brentwood.Friday’s editionRead

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  • ParadeFranklin's Veterans Day Parade marks its 25th anniversary on Wednesday, Nov.

    Franklin's Veterans Day Parade marks its 25th anniversary on Wednesday, Nov. 11. It steps off at 11 a.m. at West Main Street and Fifth Avenue, goes down Main Street from Five Points to the Public Square, then on to Third Avenue North and Bicentennial Park. The city and WAKM AM-950 present it, and the event is expected to draw about 50,000 spectators, with as many as 5,000 participants.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: The Tennessee Star, Williamson Herald

  • Middle schoolWilliamson County commissioners were expected to vote Monday on a funding plan for a potential new middle school in Brentwood.

    Williamson County commissioners were expected to vote Monday on a funding plan for a potential new middle school in Brentwood. If approved, the $87 million school would open in fall 2029, and the district plans to study countywide rezoning over the next year.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WKRN News 2

  • Char Franklin4Top Hospitality's newest restaurant will open Nov.

    4Top Hospitality's newest restaurant will open Nov. 17 at Canteen on Carothers in Franklin. A ribbon-cutting is set for 10 a.m. that day.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Williamson Source

  • Bar takeoverNashville's Mother's Ruin takes over O' Be Joyful at 328 Main St.

    Nashville's Mother's Ruin takes over O' Be Joyful at 328 Main St. on Thursday, Nov. 12. The menu has two whiskey cocktails, a shaken tequila cocktail and the bar's signature dressed Tecate.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Williamson Source

  • Toy driveThe Franklin Fire Department has launched its 19th annual Toy and Clothing Drive.

    The Franklin Fire Department has launched its 19th annual Toy and Clothing Drive. Pick up a gift request card at any Franklin fire station, Fire Headquarters or Macy's at CoolSprings Galleria, then return the new, unwrapped gift by Fri., Dec. 4.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Williamson Source

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  1. Williamson Source2 hours ago

    Franklin to Honor Local Veterans with Annual Parade & Ceremony

    Join the Franklin Veterans Parade on November 11, 2026, to honor local heroes. Celebrate their service and sacrifice with the community.

  2. Williamson Source2 hours ago

    Morning Pointe of Brentwood to Host Free Talk on Managing Anxiety

    Join the free health talk at Morning Pointe to learn about managing anxiety and worry. Discover practical techniques to improve your well-being.

  3. Davidson County Source2 hours ago

    Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan Visits Middle Tennessee this Week

    Join the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan in Middle Tennessee this week for festive activities and photo opportunities.

  4. WKRN News 23 hours ago

    MADE SOUTH Holiday Market

    Experience one of Middle Tennessee's favorite holiday traditions as MADE SOUTH Holiday Market returns to Franklin with more than 60 Southern makers, handcrafted goods, gourmet foods, live music, and festive holiday fun. We caught up with Smokin' Buttz, a longtime vendor, to learn what makes this curated shopping event so special and why shoppers come back year after year.

  5. Williamson Herald3 hours ago

    Nolensville author releases 52-short story collection

    Nolensville author Len Serafino has released a 52-short story collection, titled, “52 Stories, One Story for Every Week of the Year.”

  6. The Daily Herald4 hours ago

    Vote for The Daily Herald's TSSAA football Athlete of the Week from 1st round of playoffs

    Cast your vote here to decide The Daily Herald's TSSAA football Athlete of the Week from the first round of high school playoffs.

  7. Main Street Media of Tennessee4 hours ago

    PICK’EM: Calvin’s second-round Montgomery County football predictions

    Last week: 4-1 Current record: 63-10 We started the TSSAA postseason with five Montgomery County teams. That number dwindled down to two after the first round. As I predicted, Rossview, Northeast and Montgomery Central were all eliminated and Kirkwood moved on to the second round. Head coach Isaac Shelby and the Clarksville Wildcats handed me my lone loss of the first round by manhandling Independence 38-7. The Wildcats and Kirkwood are the only two area teams remaining and they both have tough tests ahead of them in the second round. Clarksville Wildcats (8-3) at Collierville Dragons (7-4) Th

  8. Main Street Media of Tennessee4 hours ago

    Veterans Day Parade Wednesday in Maury County

    All of Maury County is invited to pause and honor all veterans at the annual Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday, Nov. 11.The parade will begin at 11 a.m. from the Foodland parking lot and travel along West Seventh Street, before turning right onto High Street and ending at the Mulehouse. Parade spectators are encouraged to arrive early for best viewing

  9. Williamson Herald4 hours ago

    Friday night’s Art Crawl brings community together

    Downtown Franklin’s Art Crawl continues to offer a space for local artists to share their creativity while bringing the community together.

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Blades Brown, a Brentwood Academy alum, wins on the PGA Tour

Plus, Franklin's Veterans Day Parade steps off at 11 a.m. Wednesday and Char Franklin sets its opening date.

The TLDR

  1. Ex-Brentwood Academy golfer Blades Brown wins on the PGA Tour
  2. Independence boys finish second at the state cross country meet
  3. Franklin's Veterans Day Parade steps off at 11 a.m. Wednesday
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