Good morning, Franklin.

The Boot Bash fundraiser in College Grove honors fallen heroes on Sept.

24. Held at The Grove Club, the event features live music, drinks, and chef-curated bites with early entry (5:30 p.m. VIP) available.

The Tennessee County Clerk issued new business licenses in Williamson County from Aug.

3 to Aug. 10, 2026. Franklin-based firms such as Shew-Wee Clean Cans & Lindora Franklin Medical Weight Loss are set to open soon.

Representatives from the Williamson County Regents Council donated an American Revolution book + DVD set to the Williamson County Public Library.

The materials, added as part of the state’s 250th anniversary educational initiative, are now available for use in the Reference Department.

The REALTOR® Good Works Foundation announced its 2026 scholarships for high school seniors and returning college students in Williamson County, naming winners from Franklin, Ravenwood, Centennial, and Summit High Schools (including Harriet 'Annie' Etue and Jada Hendricks).

Heavy rainfall Saturday night flooded roads across Williamson County, prompting evacuations in Franklin along Warrior Drive due to rising water on Five Mile Creek — multi-agency teams conducted welfare checks and urged cautious driving.

A Minor Heat Advisory is in effect for Williamson County from 10 a.m. today to 9 p.m. Thursday (heat index up to 109°F).

Current conditions show a temperature near 89°F and mainly clear skies.

After no winners emerged on Aug.

8, a $905 million Powerball jackpot with a cash value of $391.9 million was set for the drawing on Monday, Aug. 10. Franklin residents bought $2 tickets at local retailers to try their luck.

The Williamson County Sheriff's Office introduced its first three rescue dogs (Nala, Scout, and Chet) trained and certified as narcotics detection K-9s to support school safety alongside School Resource Officers in local schools.

The milestone honors the teamwork of the sheriff's office and its partners.

TDOT will close lanes nightly on I-840 and I-65 starting Sunday, Aug.

9, as Volunteer Paving and Vulcan Construction crews begin resurfacing projects expected to finish by Dec. 2026. Drivers should plan extra travel time with ramp closures scheduled for Aug. 12-14 and extra caution during the Williamson County Fair.

Taylor Fresh Foods is recalling jalapeño products including the Private Selection Spicy Roast Beef Sandwich sold at Kroger — the items carry 'Best If Used By' dates from Aug.

7 to Aug. 12 — after a salmonella risk was found; consumers should discard or return affected products.

Crumbl has launched a new dessert menu from August 10 to 15 that features unique treats like Rainbow Shake and Mississippi Mud Pie along with classic cookies available at local spots.

The Red Wheel Songwriter Series

7:00-10:30 p.m. — The Red Wheel at The Factory — General admission from $35 — Experience intimate storytelling sessions with acclaimed songwriters in a unique setting.

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.

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.