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It’s Friday, Franklin! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: 4-H brothers turn hard work into meals, a hall-of-fame salute to touring pros, and a free kite festival + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Lessons in responsibility and service: Two Franklin 4-H brothers donated processed pork to One Generation Away after the state show in January, turning their hard work into meals for neighbors who need it — see how they gave back.
Inside live touring’s backbone: Franklin’s Entertainer Motorcoach Hall of Fame recently inducted the Class of 2025 at the 3rd annual banquet, honoring 25 pros behind tours for artists from Garth Brooks to Trisha Yearwood — read the full story.
High schoolers and neighbors unite: After the recent ice storm, more than 50 volunteers cleared parts of Brentwood’s Smith Park mountain bike trail, and Mayor Nelson Andrews estimated cleanup could take up to 16 weeks — see how they came together.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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Plant-fueled pick-me-up: Franklin Juice Company turns midweek slumps into sippable boosts with bright cold-pressed juices, smoothie bowls, and daydream-worthy açaí. When you want plant-based without the fuss, this local staple keeps it fresh, fast, and surprisingly filling.
Treasure hunt, upgraded: At Franklin Antique Mall, “just browsing” often becomes a quirky lamp, a vinyl you forgot you loved, or a conversation piece you never expected. Aisles brim with nostalgia and oddities, letting serendipity do the shopping.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🥕 Factory Farmers Market @ The Factory at Franklin | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Skip the big-box produce and do your shopping under the Water Tower at the Factory at Franklin. A curated farmers market with the best local growers, bakers, and makers, every Saturday, year-round. It’s neighborly, fresh, and a perfectly acceptable excuse for a second coffee.
👑 Adult Queen of the Court @ Hyden Beach | Saturday (3/7) at 9:45 AM – Whether you still call it bump, set, spike, or you can actually explain AA vs A, Hyden Beach kicks off the season with an adult Queen of the Court. Sign up solo, rotate with everyone, chase the crown, A/BB and AA/A divisions, AVPA membership required.
🌱 Lawn Care Maintenance @ Riverbend Nurseries | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Spring means the grass is judging you, so let Jason Benefield from Dickens Supply show you how to tame the turf for $5. Handouts, light refreshments, and a comfy new building await, and spots are limited, so call 615-468-2008 to sign up.
🏇 Buckle Series Race #1 @ PJ Farms | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – If your idea of cardio is sprinting for a buckle, Race #1 of five in the IBRA TN West series is your speed. Time slot format, clean runs, and bragging rights all season. Pre-entries open early, so claim your slot, message Maigan for details.
🥟 Polish Food @ Harvest Point Neighborhood | Saturday (3/7) at 1:30 PM – Trade your usual meat-and-three for a Polish feast right here in Spring Hill. Think pierogi, kielbasa, and cabbage rolls your grandmother would claim as her own, shared with folks who don’t mind a second helping. All are welcome, bring an appetite, leave with new friends.
🎤 Suzy Bogguss @ The Franklin Theatre | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 PM – Remember when the radio actually played songs you could sing to? Suzy Bogguss is rolling through with those 90s gems like “Outbound Plane,” plus the jazz, folk, and Americana chops that nabbed her a Grammy, crystal-clear vocals, and goosebumps on cue.
🪁 Kite Festival @ Franklin Recreation Complex | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Break out the picnic blanket and let the kids tangle some string while WCPR and the pros from Chicago Kite show us how it’s done at the Franklin Rec Complex. It’s a free, family-friendly kite fest, equal parts sky art, small-town charm, and mild cardio.
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Franklin report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 82°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 18%
A slight chance of rain showers between 2pm and 3pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers after 5am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 77°F – Low: 55°F – Precip: 90%
A chance of rain showers before 9am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Later: Rain showers likely. Cloudy, with a low around 55. West southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
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