Good morning, Franklin.

Lainey Wilson surprised the audience when she joined songwriting collaborators Jon Decious and Aaron Raitiere for a Songwriter Session at the Country Music Hall of Fame today—she performed '4x4xU' and 'Ring Finger' and the event supports the museum’s new exhibition Tough as Nails—open until June 2026.

Kelsey Grammer and Benjamin Hollingsworth join Jana Kramer in Karen Kingsbury’s holiday movie The Christmas Ring, which is being filmed in downtown Franklin (at Landmark Booksellers).

The film will release in theaters starting Nov. 6 as Hollingsworth films in Nashville.

State shoppers can save on clothing, school supplies and computers during Tennessee’s Back-to-School Tax-Free Weekend, which started at 12:01 a.m. July 25 and runs until 11:59 p.m. today.

The sale does not cover jewelry, sports gear and printer supplies — and online orders are eligible if they ship to a Tennessee address.

Skyward is now available to help families see grade books, report cards, schedules and teacher messages for all siblings through the school year.

Families should use their current login details or contact their child's school to set up an account—class schedules may change after the first day of school.

Williamson County Schools has issued a notice explaining FERPA rights that allow parents and eligible students to review, request amendments, and control the sharing of education records (including the proper steps to opt out of directory information disclosures).

The notice also outlines the process for seeking a hearing if records are not amended as requested and provides contact details for further questions.

BTL Facial Aesthetics Experience

9-11 a.m. — Franklin Smiles — Special pricing — Experience the future of facial aesthetics with personalized consultations and live demonstrations.

Williamson County Fair

7 PM – 10 PM — Williamson County AG Expo Park — Entry fee applies — Experience thrilling rides, carnival games, and local community spirit at this cherished summer festival.

T. Graham Brown Live in Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy-nominated T. Graham Brown, a renowned figure in country music.

Live Like Jack 5K for Clubfoot

6:00 AM – 8:30 PM — The Park at Harlinsdale Farm — Registration costs vary — Join the inaugural 5K and 1-mile kids run followed by a dance party and arm wrestling competition.

Ellen Wildman Book Release

6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Celebrate the release of a new book with readings, Q&A, and light bites in a welcoming atmosphere.

Theo of Golden by Allen Levi

7-9 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Prepare for an engaging reading session with author Allen Levi in a beloved local bookstore.

Four Lads From Liverpool

7-11 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique Beatles tribute with original songs capturing the essence of the Fab Four's journey.

Transformational Cutting Techniques for Women

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — SalonCentric — Registration required — Enhance your scissor cutting skills and client consultations for transforming hairstyles based on individual features.

Aaron Armstrong Book Signing

6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Engage with Aaron as he discusses his new book, Faith Simplified, and get your copy signed.

Deborah Allen Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the dynamic talent of Deborah Allen, a distinguished singer and songwriter from Memphis.