Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of October.
Good morning, Franklin.
🏘️ Community
Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee appointed four new board members (John Cannon, Cameo Carlson, Emily Mitchell, and Brynn Plummer-Chamberlain) to guide efforts against food insecurity.
The board oversees operations with 600 partners that helped distribute 50 million pounds of food.
Boo! Books will be held at the Williamson County Public Library, 1314 Columbia Ave in Franklin on Saturday, Oct.
31 from 2-4 p.m.—the free event offers books, games, crafts, and treats for trick-or-treaters in costumes and is sponsored by Friends of the Williamson County Public Library.
Women of Williamson announced Andre Fluellen, a former NFL player and motivational speaker, as the guest speaker for Lunch That Matters, a fundraising luncheon for women & children.
The event will be held Thursday, Nov. 19 at Hilton Cool Springs in Franklin and local charities have until Oct. 15 to apply.
Franklin residents can sample pastries and talk with city planners at Pastries with a Planner on Tuesday, Oct.
20 from 7 to 11 a.m. at the Pavilion in Bicentennial Park + they will learn about upcoming city projects.
💼 Business
Mad Jack’s Asphalt and Concrete celebrated its 15-year anniversary on Sept.
30 in Franklin with a Williamson Inc. ribbon cutting ceremony and fellowship event; owners Kara and Jose Salinas thanked clients, contractors and community supporters for their continued trust.
Meritage Hospitality Group (a major Wendy’s operator) filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Sept.
17 and said its restaurants, including several in Tennessee, would remain open as it restructured its finances. The firm also planned to keep paying wages and vendors during the proceedings.
🎭 Culture
Douglas Taurel will perform his solo play 'The American Soldier' at The Franklin Theatre on Sunday, Nov.
8 with shows at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.—the 90-minute production honors veterans with vivid portrayals of wartime experiences.
Tony-nominated Susan Egan, known from Beauty and the Beast, will headline Studio Tenn Theatre Company’s fall benefit cabaret 'The Belle of Broadway' on Saturday, Nov.
14 at 7 p.m. at Turner Theater at The Factory at Franklin — VIP options include a meet-and-greet add-on for early buyers.
🎓 Education
Today, Battle Ground Academy crowned Racquel Gorman as its 2026 Homecoming Queen during a homecoming football game at Guffee-Brown Stadium, and the school celebrated the 60th anniversary of its 1966 Football State Championship with a halftime tribute.
The photo is featured in Williamson County’s Photo of the Day series.
🌲 Environment
The Tennessee Wildlife Federation held town halls in Columbia (Sept.
28), Cookeville (Oct. 6) and Gallatin (Oct. 12) on wildlife conservation and outdoor access and will host another in Williamson County during the week of Nov. 2 at 6:30 p.m.
📰 Lifestyle
Big Bad Breakfast's Brentwood location is nearing its debut as new signage has been installed at the renovated former Ludlow and Prime site in Brentwood Place.
The chain will soon offer hearty meals + brunch cocktails, joining its other Middle Tennessee locations.
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