Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
Good morning, Franklin.
🏘️ Community
Franklin will host its annual Fourth of July celebration at Tractor Supply Co. Arena at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm on Friday, Jul.
4, with live music, a kids area, food vendors and fireworks by WAKM beginning around 9 p.m.
💼 Business
Southern Land Company announced its new in-house mortgage division, SLC Lending, that will offer a streamlined financing process for homebuyers.
The service will launch in core markets including Franklin projects (Westhaven and LaurelBrooke) and expand into other regions.
🎓 Education
Franklin Fire Department and Williamson County Schools Innovation Center celebrated the state's first high school fire management program on May 20 in Franklin.
Twelve students (from eight local high schools) met TN Firefighter I standards through classroom and hands-on training, and three will begin internships with the department next week.
Franklin High’s Henry Hammett received a $1250 scholarship from Keep Tennessee Beautiful today.
The award is part of the Three Grand Divisions Scholarship program honoring seniors for community service and academic achievements as he prepares to study Journalism and Electronic Media at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.
🏥 Health
Williamson Medical Center received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for 2026 as part of its continuing commitment to quality patient care.
It is one of six such hospitals in Tennessee (one of only 384 nationwide) that achieved this distinction.
🎉 Franklin Events
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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.
Frankie Foti's Magic Show
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Westhaven Residents Club — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience jaw-dropping illusions and entertainment with award-winning magician Frankie Foti.
The Red Wheel Songwriter Series
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Turner Theater — $35 — Experience the intimate stories behind the songs from acclaimed songwriters in a unique round performance.
2026 BrentFest
6-9 p.m. — Eddy Arnold Amphitheater — Free entry — Celebrate summer with live music from Rubiks Groove and Cruzin Keys at the 6th annual BrentFest.
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