Franklin
Daily News
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ TriStar Nolensville ER will host a blessing for the county's first Safe Haven Baby Box on Tuesday, March 17 at 10 a.m. Leaders and representatives are expected to attend (offering a safe option for mothers in crisis) at 2000 Ava Place in Nolensville. Williamson County Source
- ➤ This weekend, five events spark local fun: a wildflower hike Saturday 9:30 a.m. at Owl’s Hill in Brentwood; the Tennessee Tulip Festival in Eagleville; Braison Cyrus & guests performing at Franklin Theatre; a St. Patrick’s Day party at Curio Brewing; and SEC Tournament games at Bridgestone Arena. Williamson County Source
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ L.L. Bean will open its first Tennessee store on July 17 at Coolsprings Galleria (1800 Galleria Blvd #2520) in Franklin. The 18,000 sqft location will offer a full range of outdoor apparel and footwear and will share hiring and grand opening details soon. Williamson County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Williamson County launched a book called Century Farms of Williamson County that highlights 50 local farms, including historic Glenn Acres founded in 1785. Preservation advocates produced the book and it is now available for sale at Rick Warwick’s office at Franklin Grove Estate + Gardens. Williamson Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Williamson Health's flagship facility, Williamson Medical Center, is one of three facilities in Tennessee to earn a spot on Newsweek's 2026 World's Best Hospitals list, marking its sixth consecutive year. The ranking recognizes excellence in patient care & advanced services. Williamson County Source
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Just over three months after its announcement, The Arbors at Leiper's Fork has sold 40% of its 30 luxury homesites (spanning 380 acres near Leiper's Fork, Franklin and Nashville) with first homes under construction and amenity development set to begin this spring. Williamson County Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Titans have finalized their NFL Draft selections for rounds 1 through 7 today — with round 1 at pick 4 and round 7 at pick 2 — after compensatory picks were released. Williamson County Source
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Bluebird Cafe Spring Open House
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — The Bluebird Cafe — Free entry — Tour the iconic venue, snap a photo on stage, and shop for souvenirs with special discounts.
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Nashville Elvis Festival
March 19-22 — Liberty Hall — Check event page for pricing — Celebrate the King of Rock 'n' Roll at the ultimate Elvis tribute festival featuring top artists and special guests.
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Kids Arts Festival
10 AM – 2 PM — Bicentennial Park — Food available for purchase — A vibrant showcase of artistic talent where kids can explore painting, acting, singing, and more.
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Nashville Elvis Festival
11 AM – 10 PM — The Factory at Franklin — Free parking — Celebrate the music and legacy of Elvis with live performances and tribute artists at this premier event.
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Rachel Summers Concert
7-11 p.m. — Mockingbird Theater & Bar — Tickets available — Experience the captivating sounds of Rachel Summers in a vibrant venue.
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Foundation Development Specialist
YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO A Philanthropists & Physicians Appreciation Event Monday, March 30th 5:30 pm–7:00 pm Boyer-Bryan West Tower Lobby In honor of the Physicians Leadership Council and the unveiling of the Williamson Health Donor Wall, presented by the Williamson Health Foundation. Light refreshments will be provided at this open-house style reception; we hope you can join us for an evening of appreciation and connection.
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Brentwood Easter Egg Hunt
2-3 p.m. — The John P. Holt Brentwood Library — Free entry — Enjoy festivities, photos with the Easter Bunny, and fun activities for kids.
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Willie Watson Live
7-10 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the unique vocals of Willie Watson in an intimate setting.
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Book Launch with Kevin Burrell and Aedan Peterson
6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Explore the new book 'Considering Sparrows' and celebrate the beauty of birds and their teachings.
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Harvey
7:30 p.m. — Pull-Tight Players — Tickets available — A comedic tale of an imaginary rabbit prompting a family mix-up and lessons of acceptance.
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