Good morning, Franklin.

Asher’s Animals, founded in memory of Asher Sullivan, has donated over 5,200 stuffed animals to children in need and is now seeking 501(c)(3) nonprofit status to expand its mission in Middle Tennessee.

The group is asking for volunteers in legal, accounting, and administration roles to support its efforts.

Bob’s Discount Furniture is opening its new (56,620 sqft) store in Cool Springs Crossing today at 9:30 a.m., where Coach Saleh will join a ribbon-cutting and autograph session amid live music, family activities, and $20,000 in local charity donations.

United Communications is expanding fiber internet across Middle Tennessee to support growing connected homes (including smart devices and remote work) with dedicated bandwidth and high speeds.

The service will soon offer up to 8 Gig speeds to meet future online needs.

Joan of Arc Music announced the signing of Anna Rae to management today.

The company said she, a Broadway alum, is set to grow her career in our local songwriting community and invites residents to share their own photos of Williamson County.

Page Middle and High FFA students earned top honors in state contests.

The middle school forestry team placed third regionally and fifth statewide in June while its dairy and livestock teams led at the state fair on Aug. 17; the high FFA was named a National 3 Star Chapter.

Williamson College announced it will change its name to Williamson University after nearly 30 years (a move expected to boost enrollment and strengthen community partnerships).

The institution will continue its Christ-centered mission while aligning its brand with evolving student needs.

Williamson County Schools warned families about a viral trend with unsettling Cat in the Hat images that imply threats to schools.

Law enforcement investigated a related account + found no credible threat, while the district advises parents to discuss safe social media use with their children.