Good morning, Franklin.

Franklin Fire Department Lieutenant Charlene Forehand retires after 32 years in fire service, including nearly 28 with the department.

A celebration will be held on Thursday, Apr. 16 at 2:30 p.m. at Fire Station 8 (200 Front Street in Westhaven).

The YMCA of Middle Tennessee joins a national campaign (Five Days of Action®) running Apr.

13 to 17 to teach parents and caregivers digital safety for children. The group will provide resources so local families can better protect kids online.

Little Diggers, a construction-themed playspace for kids 7 and under, will open soon near Hobby Lobby at 1113 Murfreesboro Road.

The 1,200 sqft facility features soft sand plus construction toys and is expected to debut in September.

Williamson County’s new business licenses for April 6 to 13 were released by the Tennessee County Clerk (listing entries such as an automotive service, a restaurant, and a tech firm).

Several licenses highlight new enterprises in Franklin, Fairview and nearby areas.

Studio Tenn, Franklin’s nonprofit theatre company, will present Jesus Christ Superstar (starring Tony and Grammy nominees Adam Pascal, Mykal Kilgore, and Olivia Valli) from May 7 to May 31 at Turner Theater inside The Factory.

The Williamson County Performing Arts Center and Parks and Recreation are accepting audition submissions for One Hit Wonderful! — a musical revue from the 1960s and 1970s.

Auditions are on May 11 and 12 at Academy Park, with performances on August 1, 2, 8 and 9.

Franklin Theatre will host its fourth Summer Sessions from July 13–15 in downtown Franklin with award-winning songwriter Trey Bruce leading a workshop on songwriting, vocal performance, and music business for 9th-12th graders.

Registration opens April 3 at $150 and rises to $200 (includes lunch, t-shirt, and theatre tickets).

Williamson Health and Blood Assurance will host the Heroes for Life blood drive on Apr.

21 from 8 a.m. to noon at Williamson Medical Center (Willoughby Conference Room near the flagpole) to honor healthcare workers. Donors from Apr. 16 to 30 will receive a T-shirt and recognition pins.

Crumbl’s new dessert menu is available April 13—18 and features treats like Confetti Cake Batter Cheesecake and Cookies & Cream Milkshake Cookie.

Locals can enjoy these limited-time flavors at nearby Crumbl locations.

The Predators closed their home stand with a 2-1 win at Bridgestone Arena on Apr.

11, 2026—Stamkos scored his 40th goal and Annunen saved 21 shots as the team kept its playoff hopes alive.

Under The Big Top! Vintage Circus Fundraiser

5:30-10 p.m. — The Factory at Franklin — VIP tickets $200, General Admission for Main Event — Experience vintage circus glamour with food, auctions, and entertainment.

The Core Book Signing with Dr. Matt Paden

6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free admission — Dive into the 8 principles of authentic leadership with Dr. Matt Paden.

Main Street Festival 2026

11 AM – 6 PM — Downtown Franklin Association & Historic Main Street District — Free entry — Explore a booklover’s paradise at the festival featuring various authors.

Jason Lee Wilson at Franklin Theatre

6-10 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Check venue for cost — Experience a night of engaging music and entertainment with Jason Lee Wilson.

Earth, Wind & Fire Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — FirstBank Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of Earth, Wind & Fire live in Franklin, TN.