Good morning, Franklin! In today’s edition: What’s ahead in 2026, new Station Pizzeria with drive-thru, airport shuttle launch, and more. Let’s get to it!

— Cait Baker

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Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.

Unit count rises downtown: Franklin’s Board of Mayor and Alderman discussed a proposal for Franklin Hill Project to add workforce and affordable housing on city land, facing a $4.1 million gap and seeking aid — get all the details.

From gas station to pies: A new Station Pizzeria is under construction at 7007 Moores Lane in Brentwood and may include a drive-thru. It would be the brand’s second location. No opening date yet — see menu highlights and details.

Who faces highest flu risks: Flu cases are rising in Tennessee, with a 10.8 percent increase in the Southeast and a smaller uptick in South Central. Officials urge annual flu shots for high risk groups — see who’s most at risk.

Prestigious accolade explained: Williamson Medical Center was named to Forbes Magazine’s inaugural Top Hospitals 2026 list, earning a five-star rating and joining a select group nationwide recognized for patient outcomes and experience — get all the details.

Reaching diners beyond guests: Joyland is now parked at Southall Farm and Inn, where Andrew Klamar, vice president of culinary, has opened a food truck. It runs 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., offers delivery on Uber Eats and Postmates, and is the third Middle Tennessee outpost of Sean Brock’s fast-food concept. Get hours and delivery info.

Local partners launch airport link: AirLINE Nashville Airport Shuttle service is now running from the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Hotel to BNA. Park free in the conference center lot and catch departures as early as 3:10 a.m. Rides cost $25 per adult, and kids 12 and under ride free. See who’s behind it.

Are you overpaying? The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. I was paying over $300 for ONE car until I checked out various quotes, switched providers, and ultimately cut my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably losing money too — this free comparison tool makes it easy.

Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had it’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.

A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).

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🔮 FrankTalks: What’s Ahead in 2026? @ Columbia State Community College – Williamson Campus | Monday (1/12) at 9:00 AM – If you like your crystal balls local and practical, FrankTalks is serving a preview of 2026 straight from local leaders. Expect growth updates, roads, parks, and the stuff we actually care about, without the Facebook drama. Bring questions, leave smarter.

⚾ Summit Softball Team Spirit Day @ Grecian Family Restaurant and Bakery | Tuesday (1/13) at 7:00 AM – If you needed an excuse to eat pie for a cause, here it is. January 13 at Grecian, 10% of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and bakery sales benefit Summit Softball. Dine in, carry out, or order online at https://grecianfamilyrestaurantandbakery0193.s4shops.com/#aboutUs, and bring your appetite, not your cleats.

🧩 Family Activity Night: Puzzles @ Williamson County Public Library | Tuesday (1/13) at 4:00 PM – Trade screens for jigsaws, brainteasers, and a little friendly family rivalry at this after-school drop-in. They provide the puzzles, you provide patience, teamwork, and the smug victory photo. Tuesdays in January, in the children’s area, easy in and out.

🎶 Ballad Bingo @ Neighbors | Wednesday (1/14) at 7:00 PM – Ballad Bingo brings music bingo to Germantown, Franklin, and the Boro, where knowing every chorus finally pays off. Expect sing-along nostalgia, friendly smack talk, and prizes, plus a crowd that remembers CDs, enjoys a good patio, and appreciates being home by nine.

🧵 Crazy Quilting Pillow @ Gina’s Bernina Sewing Machines & Quilt Studio | Thursday (1/15) at 10:00 AM – Finally, a project that justifies your fabric stash. Join Cindy Hampton for an intermediate crazy quilting pillow workshop using the ladder stitch, angled or straight strips, and decorative 12 wt thread. Bring the Barbara Goldkorn pattern, your serger, and five to six contrasting cottons.

🤝 DSC Tennessee Meet and Greet @ Tom Beckbe | Thursday (1/15) at 6:30 PM – Sharpen your small talk, not your broadheads, and meet the new DSC Tennessee crew as they launch the chapter. Swap trail cam pics, tall tales, and conservation plans with fellow hunters and members. Good company, better stories, and no camo required.

🏔 Avalanche Overnight Winter Camp: MLK Jr. Day Weekend @ Deer Run Retreat | Friday (1/16) at 5:00 PM – Give the kids an MLK weekend adventure at an unplugged overnight winter camp, with zip lines, a giant swing, night laser tag, and cabin challenges. Add small-group devotionals, game room marathons, wagon rides, s’mores, and the kind of exhaustion that guarantees early bedtimes.

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Weather forecast

Today – High: 62°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 86%

Rain showers before 3pm. Cloudy. High near 62, with temperatures falling to around 52 in the afternoon. West wind 0 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 32. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 42°F – Low: 23°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 42. Northwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 23. Northeast wind 0 to 5 mph.

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