Franklin
Daily News
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Centennial Park Conservancy announced the third annual Kidsville Family Walk along Lake Watauga set for Saturday, Feb. 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; the free event offers games, story stations, arts & crafts and local food trucks with free morning Parthenon entry. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Franklin and Williamson County public safety personnel met Monday at the Williamson County Public Library for FrankTalks to review disaster preparation steps, share updates on Winter Storm Fern, and advise families to stock emergency kits and plan evacuations. Williamson Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Williamson County issued new business licenses from Feb. 2-10 for ventures like a coffee cart in Thompsons Station and beauty salons and retail services in Franklin and nearby areas. The Tennessee County Clerk verified the list. Williamson County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Studio Tenn will host its annual One Night Only fundraiser at Liberty Hall inside The Factory on Saturday, June 27. Tickets are on sale now and guests will enjoy a cocktail hour, seated dinner, and live theatre that supports local cultural programs. Williamson County Source
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Families can take advantage of winter to buy a swing set from Happy Backyards as off-season orders offer more selection and a faster installation schedule. The Franklin-based firm (located at Cool Springs Galleria near the Belk Outlet Store) helps plan backyard play spaces for warm-weather fun. Williamson County Source
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
6:15-7:15 p.m. — Saint Elle — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting music of Fleetwood Mac performed by the Listeso String Quartet under a beautiful candlelit setting.
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