Franklin
Daily News
Friday, February 21st, 2025
Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee Songwriters Week offers over 1,200 songwriters the opportunity to perform across the state, with finalists competing to showcase their work at Nashville's Bluebird Cafe. Williamson County Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Centennial High, Grassland Middle, and Thompson’s Station Middle schools are set to showcase their spring performances with 'The Wizard of Oz', 'Heist Quest', and 'The Little Mermaid' respectively, starting at the end of February. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Tennessee high school theater students excel in Mid-State and All-State auditions, showcasing their talents in acting, musical theater, design/technical, and playwriting. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Summit High School student Madison Lindsay wins Artsonia's Artist of the Week contest with her mixed media piece, 'Trapped in the Dark', earning recognition for her emotional expression through art. Williamson County Source
- ➤ WCS high school students set a new district record with 85 National Merit Finalists for the class of 2025, surpassing the past record and marking the seventh year of achieving over 50 finalists. Williamson County Source
- ➤ The Williamson County School Board approved tuition rates for 2025-26, celebrated high school students with perfect ACT scores, and honored a first-place win in the STN Challenge, among other business. Williamson County Source
- ➤ ENCORE camps will be available at nine WCS elementary schools next summer, offering a week of enrichment activities for K-5 students at a cost of $175 per week. Williamson County Source
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Book Signing with Derek Holser & Zach Fay
Derek Holser and Zach Fay will host a book signing event at Landmark Booksellers, featuring a reading and discussion about their children's adventure 'Bryce and the Lost Pearl'.
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Gary Morris Live Concert
Grammy-winning country artist Gary Morris will perform at The Franklin Theatre, showcasing his acclaimed hits and songwriting talent.
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Chest Fever Concert
Chest Fever will be performing live at the Mockingbird Theater in Franklin, TN.
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Parker A. Garner Book Signing Event
Debut author Parker A. Garner will celebrate the release of her high-fantasy romance novel, 'Your Path is Sorrow', with a book signing, Q&A, and refreshments at Landmark Booksellers.
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Open House for Townhome at 1072 Shady Stone Way
This open house showcases a well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath end-unit townhome in Franklin, TN, featuring a spacious great room and modern amenities in a walkable community.
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Live Music Performance by Riley Lemons
Riley Lemons shares her musical journey reflecting on her experiences and challenges after relocating to Kentucky from California.
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Waves Annual Fundraising Breakfast
This annual breakfast event will feature inspiring programs and personal stories showcasing the impact of Waves' work in the community, along with a free meal for attendees.
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The Bennett Hall Band Live Concert
The Bennett Hall Band will perform live at Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville South Cool Springs in Franklin.
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Studio Tenn Presents: The Play That Goes Wrong
The Play That Goes Wrong is a comedic play-within-a-play that showcases the chaotic attempts of the Cornley University Drama Society to stage a 1920s whodunnit filled with hilarious mishaps.
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Homeschool Days: First Grade Field Trip at Moore-Morris History and Culture Center
This event provides homeschool students aged 6-7 the opportunity to explore historic landmarks and engage in time-traveling activities at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center.
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