Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
Good morning, Franklin.
Cade’s Corps received a local grant from the Franklin Noon Rotary Charitable Foundation — the funds will help the nonprofit expand its free PTSD service dog program for veterans and support training, boarding, and placement services in the Nashville area.
Edley's (a local restaurant) is serving free pork sandwiches at its powered locations for neighbors without electricity as crews work to restore service after the winter storm.
Biscuit Love will close its downtown location on Feb.
15 after eight years and move some staff to its open Berry Farms site (3100 Village Plains Boulevard). The change follows a long history starting with a food truck at the Farmers Market, marking a new chapter for the space.
Studio Tenn brings Deathtrap to Turner Theater at The Factory at Franklin from Thursday, Feb.
5 to Sunday, Feb. 22 and offers a suspense-filled thriller with carefully choreographed fights and notable local talent. Tickets start at $40, with discounts for active military, students, educators, and veterans who show ID.
Leadership Franklin is accepting applications for its 29th class (running from August through May) with submissions due by 5 p.m. May 1, 2026.
The program, which has over 500 alumni, will mark its 30th anniversary next cycle.
Williamson County EMA opened an overnight shelter on Friday, Jan.
30 at the Martin Center (960 Heritage Way) in Brentwood to support residents without power amid extreme cold and outages. The shelter provides heat, cots, and restrooms, and officials urge bringing only essential items given limited space.
Williamson County residents affected by storm debris receive extra disposal help as cleanup continues; Mayor Rogers Anderson announced that the free debris limit at the landfill is raised from 5 to 10 tons per person through Feb.
20 (the landfill is at 5750 Pinewood Road, entrance 5760 Pinewood Road).
Williamson Health has launched Health Talks: From the Inside Out (a new podcast offering casual talks with local medical professionals) with 12 episodes now available and two more planned for February to provide accessible health tips.
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe has reintroduced its popular grilled fish with homemade caper-dill sauce plus customers can enjoy it as a sandwich or feast at its locations until April 5.
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.
Kaitlyn Facista | Author Event
6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Dive deep into Tolkien's world with author Kaitlyn Facista discussing her latest work.
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