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Your local news, food, arts and music stories in Williamson County neighborhoods like Franklin, Brentwood, Spring Hill and beyond.
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At #OutlookWilliamson, ThinkTN President Erin Hafkenschiel revealed Williamson County leads TN in 43 of 100+ metrics while identifying key challenges in housing affordability, transportation, child care, and preserving rural character. Read the @WilliamsonScene.com article here:
Outlook Williamson: Examining the County's Success and Challenges
ThinkTennessee president gives data update on where Williamson County ranks among other counties in several key areas
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April 3, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Independence High School graduate Haley Ferguson, who received First Lady's Fostering the Future scholarship, sat next to Melania Trump during the President's State of the Union
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MTSU Student from Spring Hill Attends State of the Union
Independence High School graduate Haley Ferguson received First Lady's Fostering the Future scholarship
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March 5, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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County GOP now led by Chairman Steve Hickey who pledged unification after raucous gathering
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Elevate 2025 Sweeps Election at Williamson County GOP Reorganization Convention
County party now led by Chairman Steve Hickey who pledged unification after raucous gathering
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March 5, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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Brentwood Commission expected to announce new city manager in coming days; five finalists interviewed on Friday

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Brentwood Commission Interviews 5 City Manager Finalists
New hire announcement expected in coming days; finalists chosen from 55 applicants
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March 3, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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Defense attorney plans to appeal 8 year sentence for Franklin real estate agent convicted for 2022 rape
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Franklin Real Estate Agent Sentenced to 8 Years for 2022 Rape
Judge denies defense's motion to seek new trial; attorney could resubmit motion that attempts to vacate Eduardo Aguirre's conviction
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February 21, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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She Who Feasts reflects on a hearty meal at Wabash Southern Kitchen
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She Who Feasts: Wabash Southern Kitchen
A hearty feast worth reminiscing over
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February 21, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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Likely gubernatorial candidates Marsha Blackburn and John Rose spoke to local Republican supporters at the annual 2025 Reagan Day Gala in addition to the appearance from Congressman Tim Burchett
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Congressman Burchett talks DOGE and more at 2025 Reagan Day Gala
Likely gubernatorial candidates Marsha Blackburn and John Rose speak to local Republican supporters
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February 17, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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Gov. Bill Lee delivered his annual State of the State address Monday night, briefly celebrating his special-session wins before pointing to nuclear energy and an affordable housing agenda.
Lee Points to Nuclear Energy, Housing Agenda in State of the State
Governor alludes to ‘innovation’ and governing like a ‘business’
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February 11, 2025 at 12:46 AM
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Vouchers take a backseat to immigration, disaster relief on third day of special session
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Immigration Bill Could Charge Lawmakers for Opposing Crackdown
Vouchers take a backseat to immigration, disaster relief on third day of special session
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January 30, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Studio Tenn will show Crimes of the Heart, which is meant for those older than 13, and then there’s the perfect all-ages show at Academy Park where The Rising Stars will perform Disney’s Alice in Wonderland. Click to read for even more options this weekend.
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Five Free and Cheap Family Things To Do in Middle Tennessee
This week there are several items with a cost, but all of them showcase people in the arts with a focus on youth. In Williamson County, Studio Tenn will show
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January 29, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Roy Nicholson, who was sentenced to five years for running over a Franklin cop, was arrested after he skipped the date to turn himself in at the beginning of this month
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Man arrested after skipping prison and three weeks on the run
Roy Nicholson was sentenced to five years for running over a Franklin cop in 2022
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January 29, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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Bills are speeding through special session committees this week with the house and senate set to discuss disaster relief on the floor today
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Bills Speed Through Special Session Committees
Education, immigration legislation in spotlight on day two
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January 29, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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Leadership claims that funding would not affect the TISA formula are not held up by attached fiscal study. Williamson County legislators are doing their best to make sure local public schools still get a fair share with another appropriation.
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Special Session: Republicans Continue to Tout Vouchers as School Choice
Leadership claims that funding would not affect TISA not held up by attached fiscal study
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January 27, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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The state's special session begins today. Read how the Williamson County delegation is tackling immigration legislation.
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Special Session: Federal Immigration Crackdown Fuels State Legislation
Unverified claims of criminal data utilized in discussion about illegal immigrants
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January 27, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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Few details have been shared about a town-sanctioned event planned for April when Buttercup Festival was once held
Historic Nolensville Buttercup Festival Ending After 25-Years
Town-sanctioned spring event planned for April when festival was once held
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January 20, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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She Who Feasts’ Brooke O’Dell stopped into the new M.L.Rose on Columbia Ave. for burgers and brews
She Who Feasts: M.L.Rose
Burgers and brews worth the stop
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January 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Williamson County Republican Party searching for new keynote speaker for largest annual GOP fundraiser on Feb. 15

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Sen. John Kennedy Cancels Upcoming Reagan Day Gala Appearance
Williamson County Republican Party searching for new keynote speaker for largest annual GOP fundraiser on Feb. 15
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January 17, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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We’re headed into our first three-day holiday weekend of the year. The weekend is full of opportunities to get out and get some education while having a little fun.
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Five Free and Cheap Family Things To Do in Middle Tennessee
We’ve already had our first snow day, and now we’re headed into our first three-day holiday weekend of the year. The weekend is full of opportunities to get out and
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January 17, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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Before the House and Senate both adjourned until the expected start of the special session on Jan. 27, both chambers released committee assignments for the general session and the House officially adopted its new rule changes.
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House and Senate Adjourn Until Expected Start of Special Session
Committee chairs and members named in both chambers; House adopts permanent rule changes
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January 17, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Gov. Bill Lee announces plans to call a special session to begin Jan. 27 for the legislature to address his education bill, hurricane relief and immigration
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Gov. Lee Declares Special Session on Education
Tennessee legislature to also address hurricane relief and immigration during session, set to begin Jan. 27
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January 15, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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The first day of the 114th Tennessee General Assembly lasted less than two hours. But, it was during the House Rules Committee meeting that new changes were applied to the session.
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114th Tennessee General Assembly Gavels In
Sexton and McNally reelected by legislators as speakers of House and Senate; Rules Committee adopts changes along party lines
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January 15, 2025 at 12:43 AM
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Franklin Theatrical Fellowship blends humor and heartbreak for post-Broadway premiere of 'Good Night, Oscar'
Post-Broadway Premiere of 'Good Night, Oscar' Showing in Franklin
Franklin Theatrical Fellowship blends humor and heartbreak for show’s first run since its Tony-winning success
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January 13, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Time to refresh your wardrobe without breaking the bank! Join us on Sunday, Jan. 26 from 1-4 p.m. for the bi-annual Fashion for a Fraction Boutique Warehouse Sale at The Factory at Franklin’s Liberty Hall.
January 13, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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Local Athletes Earn TSWA All-State Honors in Fall Sports
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Local Athletes Earn TSWA All-State Honors in Fall Sports
The Tennessee Sports Writers Association has announced several of its all-state teams for the 2024 season, and several Williamson and Davidson County players were included.
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January 10, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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GNR reports monthly median price for single-family home remains at $500K
Area Home Sales See 1 Percent Increase Year Over Year
GNR reports monthly median price for single-family home remains at $500K
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January 10, 2025 at 5:03 PM