Franklin
Daily News
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 15, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation dedicated three mortgage-free smart homes in Franklin to injured veterans, including Army Sgt.-Kevin Gatson, Marine Corps Cpl.-Travis Dodson and Marine Corps LCpl.-Eli Tice, and the homes are designed to support their independence and community living. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Visit Franklin held a ribbon cutting at its new satellite location at The Factory at Franklin today. The visitor center offers a curated gift selection, plan-your-trip wall, and ticket sales for local attractions — it is open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Williamson County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Lotz House is relaunching its Hands on History Cellar Tour on Saturday, April 25, led by historian Tony Morreale, who will guide small groups through a tour that highlights Civil War relics uncovered in a 2013 excavation (reservations are required at the Columbia Avenue site). Williamson County Source
- ➤ The Woodlawn Jazz Trio will perform Disney favorites given a jazz twist at The Franklin Theatre on Apr. 23 at 7 p.m. The show will blend 1930s swing with modern arrangements to evoke nostalgia. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Chris and Taylor Malpass will perform at the Franklin Theatre on April 30 at 7 p.m. Hand-picked by Merle Haggard, the duo brings their authentic country sound from RFD-TV + Grand Ole Opry to the local stage. Williamson County Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fairview High FFA is hosting its annual plant sale at the school's greenhouse. The event runs from April 14 to 17 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and from April 21 to 24 from noon to 3:30 p.m. offering a variety of spring plants. Williamson County Source
- ➤ CCTE offers several summer camp options at the WCS Entrepreneurship Center at 104 Claude Yates Drive. Rising third to fifth graders and a family member can join a robot-building competition camp on May 26-29 from 6-8:30 p.m. and STEM camps for younger and middle school students on June 1-4. Williamson County Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Double Arch Bridge on Natchez Trace will close over the next year to add a permanent pedestrian barrier following more than 40 suicides since its construction. Construction is expected to last through spring 2027 (a 7-mile detour will be available). WSMV 4
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Touch A Truck
5-8 p.m. — Jim Warren Park — Food available for purchase — Explore a variety of trucks and vehicles in a family-friendly environment with a special 'No Horn Hour' for little ones.
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Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty
4-5 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — 20% off with code BALLETSPRING20 — Experience the classic tale of Sleeping Beauty reimagined through mesmerizing glow-in-the-dark ballet.
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