Franklin, TN News Roundup (8/17/25)

Free Franklin lunch shuttle: Franklin Transit launches a free pilot shuttle on September 15, running every 15 minutes from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. between Downtown Franklin, Public Square and The Factory — find out how to ride.

Franklin Fire’s wellness leadership: The department’s proactive Behavioral Health and Wellness Program earned the Excellence in Fire Services Award for its holistic support of first responders — find out what makes it a statewide model.

Scholarships fuel future CPAs: The Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants awarded $280,000 in scholarships to 121 accounting students statewide through its Educational & Memorial Foundation — find out how recipients were chosen.

Nightly closures on major routes: From I-24 and I-40 to I-65, I-440, I-840 and key state highways, expect alternating lane and ramp closures for resurfacing, bridge repairs, ITS upgrades and utility work through August 20 — find out where to adjust your commute.

Fill a bucket, feed families: Through August 31, OneGenAway and Kilwins Franklin invite Williamson County residents to pick up an ice-cream tub, fill it with priority non-perishable items and return it for a free fudge slice or ice-cream scoop — find out how you can help.

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