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CR-71, a curated shop specializing in collectibles, reclaimed furniture and re-imagined finds, will close its long-time location at The Factory this weekend and relocate to The Collectives on Highway 96 (1113 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin Booths O-5 and O-6) where shoppers can continue exploring unique treasures.

Franklin’s last KFC closed permanently at 1319 Murfreesboro Road — customers are now directed to a nearby branch at 2205 Old Fort Boulevard in Murfreesboro.

The Factory at Franklin introduced a paid parking system where drivers scan QR codes in the front lot to register their vehicles; the first two hours remain free.

Anthropologie opened its new store on Friday, Aug. 14 at The Factory and Grey’s Fine Cheese closed its location.

Tractor Supply is hosting Animal Days with exclusive deals on pet supplies and free giveaways at local stores today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—the event runs through Aug.

23 and supports animal shelters via a partnership with Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation.

Claire Crowell will become CEO of A.

Marshall Hospitality effective Sept. 1 as she succeeds her father Andy Marshall, who steps away to serve as Williamson County mayor.

PLA Media has signed Emmy Award-winning musician Claude Carmichael to its roster as he launches his debut album Tennessee Hill, featuring original songs recorded at Purple House Studio in Franklin & reflecting his return home.

Resource Label in Franklin said it will close its facility at 147 Seaboard Lane—laying off 68 employees from Oct.

3 with final separations on Nov. 25. Workforce Essentials will assist the affected workers with job placement support.

The Williamson County Fair in Franklin will conclude its nine-day run on Saturday, Aug.

15 at the Ag Expo Park with Patriot Day events that include free admission for military members, a Hometown Heroes Recognition ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on the Nissan Stage, and fireworks at 10 p.m.