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In the Loop: Williamson County Animal Center - An Evening WIth Friends
More than 150 people attended the Williamson County Animal Shelter’s sixth annual “An Evening with Friends” fundraiser at The Barn at Sycamore Farms in Arrington in July. The event featured an open bar, dinner and silent and live auctions, with $85,000 in proceeds going to the Friends of WCAC, a nonprofit that supplements state funding for the shelter. The evening’s dress code encouraged animal-themed attire, and many guests showed off fashions ranging from pet-themed Hawaiian shirts to a full business suit covered with prints of dogs. The center is working with Mars Petcare and the Pedigree Foundation to start a collaborative grant with the goal of preventing animal surrenders and keeping pets in homes.
Three 'Hometown Heroes' honored at 2024 Williamson County Fair
The Williamson County Fair recognized three veterans as its 2024 Hometown Heroes on Saturday, the final day of the nine-day fair. Those heroes included 28-year U.S. Army veteran Sgt. Harvey Chrisman, U.S. Air Force veteran E-5 classman Rich Krejsa, and U.S. Army veteran and West Point graduate Lt. Col. Greg Hoover. Hoover was unable to attend the ceremony.
Hear the Story of Prince’s Hot Chicken on Aug. 19
The African American Heritage Society of Williamson County’s August Porch Talk on Monday, August 19 is all about the spicy origins of “Nashville Hot Chicken.” Featured speakers include Ms. Andre Prince Jeffries, whose family founded the original hot chicken recipe Prince’s Hot Chicken and Ms. Thelma Battle, who will share the Prince family’s connection to Franklin.
Embrace Summer: Where to Hike, Boat, Camp, Fish, and More Near Franklin, Tennessee
Embrace Summer: Where to Hike, Boat, Camp, Fish, and More Near Franklin, Tennessee. As the long, warm days of summer start to wane, there’s a collective urge to soak up every last drop of sunshine and outdoor adventure. In Williamson County, Tennessee, and the surrounding areas, the end of summer is the perfect time to take advantage of the many outdoor activities that make this region a paradise for nature lovers. Whether you’re looking to paddle through serene waters, camp under the stars, or feel the rush of a river, there are plenty of options to keep the summer spirit alive just a little longer.
Heritage Foundation of Williamson County to Host Preservation Town Hall in Spring Hill
Heritage Foundation of Williamson County to Host Preservation Town Hall in Spring Hill. As part of Heritage Foundation’s Preserve Williamson campaign, the free to attend event will feature discussion on active preservation projects with in the Spring Hill community. FRANKLIN, TN – As part of the Preserve Williamson campaign,...
WCS Looking for Industry Night Vendors
The WCS College, Career and Technical Education (CCTE) department is inviting local businesses to be vendors at the annual Industry Night on September 10, 2024. Industry Night was created to allow students and parents to make meaningful connections to industry partners in Williamson County. From 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Ag Expo Center in Franklin, high school students will visit booths and also attend the adjoining College Fair.
Photo of the Day: August 15, 2024
Each day, we will bring you a photo of the day, showcasing the sights of Williamson County (and beyond). Whether it’s a photo of a local landmark, a park, a photo from an event or just a great photo from the area, we want to showcase our local communities throughout the next year.
Williamson Weekend: 5 Happenings This Weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? There are plenty of events in and around Williamson County. Check out these 5 events. Harvey Park, 4001 Miles Johnson Parkway, Spring Hill. They will have music from Elvis Shrugged, The Woodwork, Unpolished, Patrick Mead, Ben Potter (and his band Tremelo Honey) and...
Morning Source – Yacht Rock Revue
Morning Source talks with Donna Vissman and Nick from Yacht Rock Revue. The band will perform at FirstBank Amphitheater with REO Speedwagon and Train this weekend. Find more information here. *****. Morning Source is your Williamson County morning show hosted by Donna Vissman, bringing you news from the area and...
Why Middle Tennessee's reigning Little Miss World, 11, will trade tiara for football
When she was five years old, Arabella Lowman stumbled upon her mother’s old pageant photos and came up with a plan. A few months later, the Williamson County native entered her first pageant on the Little Miss World pageant circuit and got to work. Now, six years and more than 30 pageants later, Lowman, now 11, has been crowned the 2025 World's Our Little Miss Preteen.
Brentwood kidney care business named one of fastest-growing private companies in America
Brentwood-based Monogram Health, a local healthcare business that specializes in in-home kidney disease treatment, was recently named one of the fastest-growing companies in the country by business magazine Inc. Monogram Health landed at third place on Inc.'s annual list of the 5000 companies in the United States that are on...
African American Society Porch Talk to Highlight the Story of Prince’s Hot Chicken
The African American Heritage Society of Williamson County will be hosting its August *Porch Talks Event on Monday, August 19th, featuring Andre Prince Jeffries of Prince’s Hot Chicken. The event takes place at 6:00 p.m. at the Williamson County Public Library, 1315 Columbia Ave., in Franklin. It’s too hot...
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