Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of July.
Good morning, Franklin.
Curio Brewing closed its doors on Jul.
29 at its Noah Drive location and said it will soon open a new space—featuring a scenic bar and community-focused brand. The brewery, which opened in 2020, celebrated its journey while planning its next chapter.
Bus stop details for the 2026-27 school year are published on the WCS Transportation page, though routes could change before classes begin.
Families should recheck details before August 10 and follow notifications via text messages — which share schedule updates when stops change by 10 minutes or more.
Williamson County schools will begin the next school year with a half-day for all grade levels on Monday, Aug.
10 and will include early release + late start days for teacher planning; families can check the district website for complete timing details.
Columbia State Community College and the Franklin Fire Department will launch an EMT training partnership on Tuesday, Aug.
4 at 9 a.m. in the Community Room of the Administration Building at Columbia State’s Williamson Campus (1228 Liberty Pike in Franklin) to expand training for the public safety workforce.
Interim Superintendent Dr. Leigh Webb discussed updates for the upcoming school year in the WCS Superintendent’s Report.
She shared her background (including an Innovation Center ribbon cutting and new E-Bike requirements) with Executive Director Cory Mason.
Williamson County Schools will use an electronic visitor check-in system for the 2026-27 school year.
Visitors must show a valid driver's license or photo ID at a kiosk at each school's front office (staff will assist if needed).
Williamson County food inspections from July 22–29 showed Garcia’s in Franklin scored 80, The Spot Burgers and Beers in Spring Hill scored 85, and Mojo’s Taco Restaurant in Franklin scored 87; each establishment had multiple violations and must complete a follow-up within 10 days.
Williamson Source details a week of food and drink updates in Franklin.
Local highlights include charity sundaes at Baskin-Robbins every Sunday in August, half-price cheesecake slices on July 30, health inspection results, and new menu items and deals from chains and local spots.
Celebrate Labor Day with an oyster roast and seafood boil at Southall on Sunday, Sep.
6 at 6:00 p.m. at 2200 Osage Loop in Franklin (featuring fresh oysters, a Lowcountry-style boil, and live music by Yacht Rock Revue).
Susan Gregory Realty released data showing several Franklin homes changed hands from July 6 to 10, including properties in Fieldstone Farms and Westhaven (sale prices ranged from $370,000 to $5,500,000).
The detailed report offers insight into local real estate trends.
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Comedy for a Cause
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Comedy for a Cause
Comedy for a Cause is E.L.I.’s House’s annual fundraising event, bringing our community together for a fun and meaningful night of laughter, connection, and impact. Proceeds from the evening support our mission to provide safe housing, healing, and long-term stability for mothers and children working to rebuild their lives.
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