Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
Good morning, Franklin.
🏘️ Community
Franklin Kroger on Whitman Road sold a winning $50,000 Powerball ticket from last night's drawing after a player matched four of five numbers + the Powerball.
A second winning ticket sold at a Chattanooga store added to a drawing that also produced a Tennessee Cash jackpot winner.
🎭 Culture
Franklin Theatre hosted a Lifetime movie premiere featuring Clint Black and Lisa Hartman today.
The film (When I Said I Do) will air on Lifetime on Friday, May 23 at 7 p.m.
🏛️ Government
Taylor Gray is now the Crisis Response Program Coordinator for Nolensville Police, thanks to a grant from the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services that funds her work through Sept.
30. She will build partnerships with mental health + behavioral health and social service providers to improve crisis response.
📰 Lifestyle
Franklin diners can try O'Charley's Seas the Day menu now available for a limited time at select locations.
The menu features new crab cakes, New England clam chowder, hand-breaded catfish dinner, sides, desserts, and seasonal cocktails — offering fresh seafood options before the season ends.
🎉 Franklin Events
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The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Ticket prices may vary — Experience an intimate night with Nashville songwriting legends Rafe Van Hoy, Kent Blazy, and Victoria Shaw.
The Emma Sheppard Show Live
5-7 p.m. — Suite501 — Proceeds support the Navajo Reservation — Experience high-energy conversations and community purpose at this live podcast event.
Basketball Camp: Point Guard Prep
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Tennessee Performance Volleyball Club — $795 — Enhance basketball skills with focused training for young players.
Studio Tenn Presents: Jesus Christ Superstar
7-11 p.m. — Turner Theater — Tickets starting at $75 — Experience the unforgettable production of Jesus Christ Superstar in Franklin, TN.
Franklin Collect X Convention Sports & TCG
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Franklin Cool Springs — Entry details not specified — Explore over 150 tables of vendors featuring trading cards and collectibles.
Kids Day at Pinkerton Park
9–11 a.m. — Pinkerton Park — Free entry — Enjoy themed activities and summer fun for children of all ages.
An Evening with Nashville Ballet 2
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Turner Theater — $45 — Experience the artistry of Nashville Ballet’s Second Company showcasing dynamic works blending classical and contemporary styles.
Book Release with David Adams
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Celebrate the release of 'Jolene And The Three Buckets' with David Adams, founder and CEO, and enjoy a captivating discussion.
Book Signing with Steven Curtis Chapman & Mary Beth Chapman
5-7 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Celebrate the release of 'Still Here: Life...' with two renowned authors at this charming bookstore.
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