Franklin
Daily News
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Franklin Rotary Club announced that community advocate Alma McLemore will serve as Grand Marshal for the Franklin Christmas Parade on December 6; the event will start at 1 p.m. and travel along Main Street—she was unanimously chosen for her local leadership. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Hallmark is launching its Countdown to Christmas with a meet and greet at Amy’s Hallmark in Franklin at CoolSprings Galleria on October 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.—local fans can meet stars and shop for seasonal cards, gifts and ornaments. Williamson County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sam Fender, a British artist, performed a high-energy sing-a-long show at Pilgrimage Festival in Franklin today — he said it was his first visit to Tennessee in the U.S. Williamson County Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson was honored with the Trustee of Distinction Award from the Tennessee Hospital Association for his nearly 40 years of service on Williamson Health's board—he helped guide a $180 million hospital renovation that expanded key patient care services. Williamson Herald
- ➤ Franklin’s 2025 Special Census Video Campaign won the Savvy Award for Most Innovative Communications from 3CMA— a national organization that honors creative local government achievements in communications. The campaign, which featured a John Denver look-alike singing a parody of Annie’s Song, marked the city’s third award this year. Williamson Herald
- ➤ Franklin Transit Authority held three workshops from Sept. 30 through Oct. 2 at Franklin Special School District, Franklin Library, and Columbia State Community College to gather feedback for a new 10-year transit master plan. Officials said the plan will be drafted in spring and will use input from the workshops and an online survey open until June. Williamson Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ An updated guide to Fall Favorites in Middle Tennessee lists upcoming events such as Cheekwood Harvest Festival from Sept. 13th to Oct. 30th and Honeysuckle Hill Nights from Sept. 27th to Oct. 31st, along with watch parties for the Baseball World Series in Brentwood, Franklin and Nashville. The guide also details future football matchups for the Titans, Commodores and Volunteers (with scheduled dates and times) and provides ideas for cozy pumpkin patches, scenic drives and weekend getaways (for family outings). Williamson County Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Titans have been awarded tackle Brant Banks off waivers after he was released by the Packers on Tuesday—he will join the team as they prepare to face the Cardinals on Sunday. Williamson County Source
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Estate Sale in Franklin
1 PM — Downtown Franklin Association & Historic Main Street District — Free entry — Discover unique treasures in this family-friendly neighborhood estate sale.
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David Archuleta Live
7-8:30 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — $— Experience the angelic voice of David Archuleta, American Idol runner-up and pop sensation.
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Dracula: A Gripping Stage Adaptation
7 p.m. — Turner Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a suspenseful adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic novel featuring Count Dracula's terrifying presence in England.
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Booked It! with Ami McConnell
7-9 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Engage in a lively literary Q&A with local agents while enjoying a glass of wine and discovering new book recommendations.
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15th Annual Grape Stomp Festival
4-7 p.m. — The Factory at Franklin — $75.00 General Admission — Experience traditional winemaking fun with a lively grape stomp competition and plenty of food and drinks.
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Derek Holser & Zach Fay Book Signing
3-5 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Meet the authors and get your copy of 'Tambika and the Shield of Wisdom' signed at this exciting book signing event.
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7th Annual Morning Pointe Seniors Got Talent
7-10 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — $10 — Celebrate the vibrant talents of local seniors in music, dance, and comedy while supporting community programs.
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Evening with Kathryn Holt
6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Discover insights from Kathryn Holt's inspiring new book on body positivity.
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Dracula - Ballet Performance
7-9 p.m. — Turner Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a spine-chilling adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic in this award-winning ballet performance.
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