Good morning, Franklin.

Williamson, Inc. was named the 2026 Chamber of the Year by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Executives for its swift support during the Painted Tree Boutiques closure and ongoing programs such as the State of the County Address and Referral Roundtable (which generated over $300K in revenue for local businesses).

Franklin-based home interiors store Zula + Mac will open a second location at The Factory this fall.

The new space will offer furniture+ lighting, home décor, gifts and entertaining essentials while the flagship location remains open.

In 2025, visitor spending in Williamson County reached a record $1.38 billion from 8.83 million visitors, generating ($93.4 million state tax, $56.2 million local tax) that supported public schools and created over 9,000 hospitality jobs.

David Carter began running Mercy Community Healthcare last June as its new CEO, aiming to expand service beyond Williamson County.

The Franklin Classic run takes place Monday, Sep. 7, in downtown Franklin Square, featuring races and an antique auto show to boost Mercy’s Financial Aid.

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture posted the latest retail food health scores as of Sept.

1 for food outlets in Williamson County. The report covers locations such as Franklin (including Brentwood and Fairview) and warns that conditions may change as new updates come in.

Construction on the Asbury mixed-use development, planned by Boyle Investment Company for the former Harlin Farm in southwest Franklin, is set to begin in early 2027 and will include 249 homes + neighborhood-serving retail, an 80-room boutique hotel and over 200 acres of public open space.

Susan Gregory, a local expert, says planning new builds this fall can boost returns in Nashville's steadier market for buyers in Franklin and other Middle Tennessee communities; her advice urges securing financing, confirming lot availability, and booking trusted builders now (aiming to avoid costly repairs).