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Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ United Communications released a guide this October to help Middle Tennessee businesses and households boost their cybersecurity—offering steps such as updating passwords and enabling encryption to protect digital data. The guide details actions that both families and owners can take to strengthen their online safety. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Local business owners are using the final months of this year to plan for 2026 by taking tax breaks like Section 179 and bonus depreciation and making purchases before December 31st—TriStar Tax & Business Solutions is offering guidance to set simple budgets and lower tax bills for a strong start next year. Williamson County Source
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office presented over $376,682 in grant funds to 13 volunteer fire/rescue squads, including Williamson County Rescue — a step to support emergency services at the Tennessee Fire and Codes Enforcement Academy in Bell Buckle last night. Williamson County Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Twice Daily donated $450,000 to Monroe Carell Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt during its 25th annual Golf Cup held at Hermitage Golf Course — vendor partners joined for golf and an award ceremony where hospital leaders and child ambassadors highlighted the gift’s impact. Williamson County Source
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Crumbl has introduced a new weekly menu of limited-time desserts available from October 6 to 11 that feature rotating gourmet flavors such as the Moonbeam Ice Cream Cookie and a new Biscoff Pie — customers in Franklin are encouraged to visit their local store to try these special treats. Williamson County Source
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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 with local literary agents at this exclusive pop-up salon for aspiring writers.
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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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Studio Tenn Presents: Dracula
7 PM - 1 PM — Turner Theater — Ticketed event — Experience a thrilling adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic horror tale just in time for Halloween.
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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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Taylor Hicks Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Check website for tickets — Experience the soulful sounds of American Idol's champion Taylor Hicks as he blends various musical genres.
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Children's Book Reading with Justine Pepe Christiano
11 AM – 12 PM — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Enjoy a special children's book reading and meet the author of 'Bunny and the Imaginary Girl'.
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Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
~ James Clear
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