Good morning, Franklin.

On Jan. 5, 2026, the Tennessee County Clerk issued new business licenses across Williamson County, with records including Franklin home services, restaurants & child care centers.

Notable entries include Aguilar Electric Ac, Barbara's Home Cooking and Kiddie Academy Of Nolensville, highlighting the area's growing local enterprise.

Rising country singer Callie Twisselman made her Grand Ole Opry debut on Saturday, Dec.

27 performing two tracks from her debut EP, Growing in Grace, with her family including her grandmother (boarding her first flight in nearly 40 years). She will open for Dolly Parton in Las Vegas in September.

Gas prices in Tennessee have dropped as the average falls to $2.50 per gallon — 7 cents lower than last month and 24 cents lower than a year ago — while Nashville tops at $2.60 and Morristown bottoms at $2.38, AAA reported.

Franklin’s Main Library will update its Children’s Department in late summer as library leaders ask for public input.

Families can share ideas through a survey (open Jan. 5–31) to help improve the reading, learning, and play space.

Williamson County Animal Center announced that starting in January its monthly rabies vaccination clinic will open at 8:30 a.m. and close at 10:30 a.m. to ease lobby crowding before 11 a.m. adoptions and will offer free additional vaccinations for pets through Petco Love's Vaccinated & Loved program.

Williamson County Animal Center in Franklin announced changes to its monthly rabies clinic schedule and vaccine options.

Starting in January, clinics will run from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. & free additional vaccines are offered through a Petco Love initiative.

Hug A Horse Class at BellaReed Farm

11:30 a.m. — BellaReed Farm — $99 — Experience the joy of horse interaction in a community-loved event.

Antique Prints, Maps, & Natural History Auction

9 AM — Landmark Booksellers — Bidding starts at $48,900 — Discover unique art pieces and collectibles by renowned artists.

Oliver Jr

7 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Rated PG — Experience the timeless tale of Oliver Twist brought to life by talented teens in this engaging musical.

Franklin Community Celebration

4:30-7:30 p.m. — Hyatt House Nashville / Franklin - Cool Springs — Free entry — Celebrate 2026 with the vibrant communities of Williamson County, Tennessee.

Don Aliquo Trio Performance

11 PM — Rudy's Jazz Room — Ticket info not provided — Experience the smooth and electrifying sounds of saxophonist Don Aliquo and his trio.

Mobile Pantry Food Distribution

7:30–10:00 a.m. — Centennial High School — No registration required — Providing fresh produce and dry goods to anyone in need, no questions asked.

Natalie Grant Concert

5-11 p.m. — K-LOVE — Ticket prices vary — Experience the uplifting music of Natalie Grant and find camaraderie through her inspiring songs.