Franklin
Daily News
Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Franklin Flea Market is open today at Williamson County Ag Expo Park from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and will run tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—the event features over 400 vendor booths, free admission and $5 cash-only parking. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Young Harvest Farm will host the Fall Family Bonfire on November 15th from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.—families can enjoy hot apple cider, s'mores, fall crafts, and live music while gathering at 2955 Beulah Church Road. Tickets cost $25 per family. Williamson County Source
- ➤ The Williamson County Veterans Day Parade will take place Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. in downtown Franklin, starting at Fifth Avenue and W. Main Street, moving north for three blocks before turning onto Second Avenue to end at Bicentennial Park. The parade is expected to draw about 50,000 spectators and 5,000 participants after a public reception is held from 9:00 to 11 a.m. at the Louise Lynch County Archives and Museum—where Sonic will provide refreshments—to honor U.S. veterans. Williamson Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Williamson County released new business licenses from Oct. 31 to Nov. 7 for local businesses, including salons, market outlets, and consulting services—information provided by the Tennessee County Clerk. Williamson County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A photo of the day shows Nashville-based singer Kaitlin Butts preparing to unveil her new Yeehaw Sessions EP on November 14 (her debut with Republic Records), and she recently shared a cover of 'The Middle' as the first taste of her upcoming work. Williamson County Source
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today TWRA will operate CWD sampling stations at designated processors across Tennessee on the opening day of the 2025 muzzleloader season to check white-tailed deer for the disease. Hunters are asked to bring their deer to any site—such as W and W Deer Processing in Franklin—to support early detection in the state. Williamson County Source
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Fork Fest
1:30-6 p.m. — Leipers Fork Lawn Chair Theater — Free entry — Enjoy free outdoor music by Pat McLaughlin and tasty bites from local food trucks.
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White Nights Reading
7-9 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Experience a literary journey through Dostoevsky’s poignant short novel.
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Audition Skills Workshop with Regina Moore
6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Explore audition techniques for young actors with expert guidance from casting director Regina Moore.
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Book Signing with Betsy Farquhar
6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Engage in inspiring conversations and get your books signed by authors at this evening of faith in literature.
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Book Signing with Allen Wolf
6-8 PM — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Engage in a Q&A with award-winning storyteller Allen Wolf as he discusses his creative journey and his book The Sound of Violet.
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Heartbreaker - Pat Benatar Tribute
7-11 p.m. — Mockingbird Theater & Bar — $20 GA/$35 VIP — Experience an unforgettable tribute night to Pat Benatar's iconic hits.
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The Lucky Classic Celebrity Softball Game
1:35 PM — First Horizon Park — Tickets available — Experience an exciting day of celebrity softball featuring MLB players and country artists for a worthy cause.
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Book Signing with Joel J. Miller
6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Free entry — Engage in a captivating discussion about creativity and the power of books with a celebrated author.
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Alisha Erickson Book Signing
6-8 p.m. — Landmark Booksellers — Book purchase required — Enjoy an evening of storytelling and a live reading from Overalls & Wisdom.
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Franklin Stampede Pro Rodeo
7:30-9 p.m. — Williamson County AG Expo Park — $20 for kids, $25 for adults — Experience thrilling rodeo action with top cowboys and cowgirls competing for championship titles.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow.
~ Abraham Lincoln
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