Good morning, Franklin.

Middle Tennessee Electric had about 8,000 outages affecting western Williamson County as of Jan.

26. Crews worked around the clock to restore power but struggled with fallen trees due to dense vegetation.

The Tennessee County Clerk issued new business licenses in Williamson County Jan.

19–26, including Paradise Health, On The Mark Custom Carpentry, Mary Caroline Sellers Keithline, Goldline Roofing, Floyd's 99 Barbershop, Admiral's Sauce Company and 10-8 Turf And Handyman Services.

Williamson County EMA has shifted warming centers to overnight shelters due to winter weather and changing power needs, making them available now at Fairview High School in Fairview and Franklin High School in Franklin.

Residents can check in any time and operations may adjust as conditions change.

Due to icy conditions canceling blood drives in Middle Tennessee, Blood Assurance is offering a $40 e-gift card to donors who give blood from Monday, Jan.

26 to Saturday, Jan. 31 to help keep supplies available for local patient care.

About 99 residents were evacuated from The Rivers at Maryland Farms in Brentwood after a tree fell on the heating system and cut off heat, prompting a multi-agency response; they are now cared for at a local church (food and shelter provided) until heat is restored.

Crumbl is offering a new dessert menu available from Jan.

26—31 that features treats such as the Dubai Chocolate Cookie and Classic Milk Chocolate Chip Cookie. The weekly rotating menu is available at local Crumbl stores and gives dessert lovers the chance to try gourmet flavors.

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.

Flying Cow Franklin Grand Opening!

Join us to celebrate the Flying Cow Grand Opening at our new store location in Downtown Franklin, across from the historic downtown theater! The ribbon cutting ceremony will be Friday 2/13 at 11:30AM, but the party goes all weekend long with in store sales, exclusive giveaways, prizes and free baked goods from local bakeries!

Drink The Sea

7-10 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — $10+ — Experience a global musical journey with the iconic supergroup featuring members of R.E.M. and Screaming Trees.

Jackie Freeman | Author Event

6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Experience an inspiring evening with author Jackie Freeman discussing her new book on pickleball.

Evening with Author Tilly Dillehay

6 PM – 12 AM — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Enjoy insights from Tilly Dillehay as she discusses her new book, My Dear Hemlock.

Drew Murray: Master Illusionist

7-8:30 p.m. — Turner Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening with master illusionist Drew Murray and his all-new magic show.