Franklin
Daily News
Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Good morning, Franklin. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Williamson County cyclist, Blaise Schaeffer, died last week after being struck on Nolensville Pike by a driver fleeing police, and authorities detained a female passenger for questioning. WSMV 4
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today the new Photo of the Day feature highlights Downtown Franklin and its historic White Building NOEL sign, originally from a Nashville hotel. Residents are invited to submit original photos with a brief description to celebrate local heritage. Williamson County Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grace Christian Academy celebrated A Night of Giving on Nov. 17 at its high school as community members gathered in worship, prayer, and reflection to support its Building for Generations campaign. School leaders noted a fundraising milestone— $5.2 million raised toward a $20 million goal for future campus expansion. Williamson County Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Williamson Medical Center (Franklin’s flagship facility of Williamson Health) was recently named to Forbes Magazine’s inaugural Top Hospitals 2026 list and earned a five-star rating, making it one of only two Tennessee hospitals (and one of only 253 nationwide) recognized for quality care. Williamson County Source
- ➤ The Department of Health released Williamson County's food service inspection scores, which include ratings for local establishments like Vintage Vine and Taco Bell in Franklin inspected between Dec. 10 and Dec. 17. Food providers must post these scores for public review. Williamson County Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Wild Wings has partnered with the Tennessee Titans to offer six free wings with a qualifying $10 purchase at participating locations across Tennessee, northern Mississippi, and southern Kentucky through December 22 + fans can choose from 26 signature sauces while enjoying a festive holiday treat at their local sports bars. Williamson County Source
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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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Hug A Horse Class at BellaReed Farm
11:30 a.m. — BellaReed Farm — $99 — Experience the joy of horse interaction in a community-loved event.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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