Franklin
Daily News
Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Williamson Memorial held its annual candlelight service last week to offer comfort to grieving families during the holiday season. The event featured Christmas music, handmade ornaments, and check presentations to local charities (Williamson County Animal Center, Circle of Giving, and the 4:04 Foundation). Williamson Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Heritage Middle School received a $5000 donation from USG Corporation on November 6 to boost its STEM program. STEM teacher Sarah Fischer said the funds will launch a coding drone team and support additional robotics and rocketry lessons. Williamson County Source
- ➤ WCS Superintendent Jason Golden & district administrators honored the district-wide Teachers and Principal of the Year on Tuesday, Dec. 2 through surprise school visits. Winners include Oak View’s Lindsey Fedoryshyn, Legacy’s Shelby Kuhnle, Nolensville’s Pamela Eve Farrell, and Independence High’s Dr. Niki Patton. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Williamson County Schools will use phone+email+text+social media to notify families and staff if winter weather forces a school closure. Notifications will start as early as 5 a.m. on affected days, and school events will be canceled unless conditions improve. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Williamson County Schools will show new firearms safety videos developed with the sheriff’s office after winter break to comply with a state law requiring annual age-appropriate instruction starting in the 2025-26 school year. The videos will air for K-5 and 6-12 students when classes resume. Williamson County Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ County health inspectors reported that several local restaurants, including El Guadalajara (score 896) and Troubadour Speakeasy Kitchen (score 918), received the lowest scores from Dec. 3-10; each food spot is inspected twice a year and current reports are available at county health offices. Williamson County Source
- ➤ Williamson County businesses earned perfect 100 scores during health inspections conducted from Dec. 3 to Dec. 10, 2025 — including food service establishments and hotels in Franklin and Brentwood. The Department of Health requires that these reports be posted prominently for public review. Williamson County Source
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Santa & Crafts at the Library
1:30-4:30 p.m. — Williamson County Public Library — Free entry — Meet Santa and enjoy festive crafts with family fun for the holiday season.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Turner Theater, 230 Franklin Rd — Official tickets through Ticketmaster — Experience a magical holiday tale filled with music, friendship, and cheer.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
7 p.m. — Turner Theater — Ticketed event — Enjoy a heartwarming musical filled with holiday cheer and unforgettable music.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Turner Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartwarming charm of this classic musical with unforgettable songs and performances.
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An Evening with Casey Beathard and Monty Criswell
7:30-9 p.m. — The Franklin Theatre — Ticket information not provided — Celebrate the holiday season with award-winning Nashville songwriters sharing the stories behind their biggest hits.
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Live Music with Reba’s Hairdo
8 PM - 2 AM — Fozzy's Bar & Grill — No cover — Dance the night away to high-energy country covers from Nashville's own Reba’s Hairdo.
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Grand Ole Opry 100 Celebration
7-8:30 p.m. — Grand Ole Opry — VIP experience available — Experience the iconic country music show with superstars and legends as it celebrates 100 years of melody and history.
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New Year’s Eve Celebration with The Smoking Section Band
8 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — Liberty Hall — Tickets required — Ring in the New Year in style with live music and festivities at The Factory at Franklin.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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