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The Factory at Franklin unveils a Dolly Parton art installation by 25 local artists

If you like local art and a little Dolly, we have a stop for your weekend. The Factory at Franklin has unveiled an installation honoring Dolly Parton, and WKRN reported Wednesday that it's open.

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High School FootballNolensville's season ends 28-27 at Kirkwood after the Knights led 24-7 at halftimeIf you followed Nolensville this fall, Friday night stung. The Knights lost 28-27 at Kirkwood in the Class 5A second round, and The Tennessean's second-round scoreboard notes every Division I winner reaches the state quarterfinals.Today’s editionRead Thompson's StationSimon breaks ground on Sagefield, a 100-acre shopping center in Thompson's StationSimon broke ground Thursday on Sagefield, a 100-acre open-air shopping and dining destination at 1733 Lewisburg Pike. Construction began Nov. 12, and Simon is planning an opening in late 2028.Friday’s editionRead SchoolsCommissioners approve $87 million for a new middle school on Split Log in BrentwoodWilliamson County commissioners voted 23-1 Monday, Nov. 9 to approve funding for a new middle school on Split Log, near Jordan Elementary on land the district already owns. The money would come from education impact fees, which are charged on new home construction.Friday’s editionRead Franklin High FootballFranklin High parts ways with football coach Josh Adkins after three seasonsIf you follow the Admirals, there's a change coming: Franklin High has parted ways with football coach Josh Adkins after three seasons. Williamson County athletic director Patrick Whitlock confirmed the move to The Tennessean, and Franklin has begun its search for a new coach. Adkins said the decision came Tuesday in a meeting with principal Dr. Shane Pantall.Thursday’s editionRead SchoolsWilliamson County commissioners back up to $87 million for a new middle schoolIf you live near Brentwood or Nolensville, a new middle school just cleared a big hurdle. The Williamson County Commission voted 23-1 Monday to approve its intent to fund up to $87 million for the school, and the school board will move forward with plans.Thursday’s editionRead County CommissionWilliamson County commissioners back up to $87 million for a new Brentwood middle schoolIf you live near Brentwood or Nolensville, this one's about where middle schoolers will go. Williamson County commissioners voted 23-1 Monday to approve their intent to fund up to $87 million for a new middle school next to Jordan Elementary on Split Log Road.Wednesday’s editionRead

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  • SagefieldSimon broke ground this week on Sagefield, a 100-acre shopping center in Thompson's Station set to open in late 2028.

    Simon broke ground this week on Sagefield, a 100-acre shopping center in Thompson's Station set to open in late 2028. WZTV reports it's planned near Interstate 65 and Interstate 840, and specific tenants have not been announced.

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

  • Home pricesFranklin has been named the second most unaffordable city in the country for 2027 when it comes to home prices, according to Finance Buzz.

    Franklin has been named the second most unaffordable city in the country for 2027 when it comes to home prices, according to Finance Buzz.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WSMV

  • LandlinesStarting Sunday, AT&T will begin shutting down landline services across several Middle Tennessee communities after getting permission from the FCC.

    Starting Sunday, AT&T will begin shutting down landline services across several Middle Tennessee communities after getting permission from the FCC. Stephen Burton of One Call Technology in Franklin said fax, security and elevator lines are where you'll see most of them.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: News Channel 5 Nashville

  • Heritage centerMore than 250 people attended the grand opening of the Merrill-Williams Heritage and Cultural Center on Thursday, Nov.

    More than 250 people attended the grand opening of the Merrill-Williams Heritage and Cultural Center on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 264 Natchez St. The restored house will serve as an educational and cultural center in partnership with Middle Tennessee State University's Center for Historic Preservation.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Williamson Herald

  • Brentwood AcademyBrentwood Academy beat McCallie 21-6 in a Division II Class AAA quarterfinal Friday night.

    Brentwood Academy beat McCallie 21-6 in a Division II Class AAA quarterfinal Friday night. Two third-quarter touchdown runs by Larry Sanders II broke open a 7-6 halftime game. Brentwood Academy (9-2) hosts Lipscomb Academy (7-4) in a semifinal next Friday, and McCallie finished the season 5-7.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Chattanooga Times Free Press, Chattanoogan.com Breaking News

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  1. Williamson Herald7 hours ago

    Playoff Football Photo Gallery – Henry County at Page, 5A 2nd Round

    The Page High School football team advanced to the Class 5A state quarterfinals with a 28-14 win over visiting Henry County on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026 in Franklin.

  2. Williamson Herald7 hours ago

    Playoff Football Photo Gallery – Silverdale at Battle Ground Academy, DII-AA Quarterfinal

    The Battle Ground Academy football team moved back into the Division II-AA state semifinals after a 56-21 win against visiting Silverdale on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026 in Franklin.

  3. Williamson Herald7 hours ago

    Playoff Football Photo Gallery – Whitehaven at Ravenwood, 6A 2nd Round

    The Ravenwood High School football team suffered a 17-16 loss to visiting Whitehaven in the second round of the Class 6A playoffs on Friday, No.v 13, 2026 in Brentwood.

  4. Williamson Source8 hours ago

    Reserve Your Seats for Emmanuel: A Brentwood Baptist Christmas Concert

    Join us for the Brentwood Christmas concert, featuring a 200+ voice choir. Reserve your seats today for this festive celebration.

  5. Williamson Herald9 hours ago

    Playoff Football Photo Gallery – Brentwood at Southwind, 6A 2nd Round

    The Brentwood High School football team suffered a 28-20 road loss at Southwind in the second round of the Class 6A playoffs on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026 in Memphis. (Rich

  6. Main Street Media of Tennessee9 hours ago

    Second-half shutout leads Lipscomb Academy football to comeback in Division II-AAA quarterfinals

    Lipscomb Academy's defense delivered a shutout and its running backs took control in the second half to come back over Ensworth and reach the DII-AAA semifinals.

  7. Chattanoogan.com Breaking News9 hours ago

    Cleveland Rolls Into State Quarterfinals

    MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Dominating from the opening kickoff to the final play, sixth-ranked Cleveland put up its highest point total of the season while rolling...

  8. Williamson Source13 hours ago

    11/14/26: Clear Skies and Mild 50 High, Starting at 34 with Winds up to 8.8, Low Tonight at 35.1

    Weather Today in Williamson County: Clear sky, high 50°F, low 32°F. Winds 9 mph. 7-day outlook inside.

  9. The Newport Plain Talk13 hours ago

    Applications Now Open for 2027 Tennessee Farmer of the Year

    KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Applications are now open for the 2027 Tennessee Farmer of the Year program, a collaborative effort between the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) and Tennessee

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Franklin Daily Newsto me · Sat., Nov. 146:00 a.m.

Dolly Parton art lands at The Factory, and Kirkwood stuns Nolensville

Plus, Sagefield breaks ground in Thompson's Station and AT&T starts shutting off landlines Sunday.

The TLDR

  1. Dolly Parton art wall opens at The Factory at Franklin
  2. Kirkwood stuns Nolensville 28-27 in the 5A playoffs
  3. Sagefield shopping center breaks ground in Thompson's Station
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