Arkansas, Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama Face Possible Morning Freeze Threat February 23–24 After Sudden...
UNITED STATES — After a stretch of unseasonably warm temperatures across the southern United States, new forecast guidance is hinting that colder air could quickly sweep in behind a late-week system, bringing the possibility of a morning freeze threat around February 23–24. Model data valid for the morning of...
Summit, Indy combine for five section finalists, seven state qualifiers
Of late, Summit wrestling has looked a bit like track and field. And it seems the baton has been passed to Mark Taddeo. After making his state tournament debut as a freshman last year and going 1-2, Taddeo heads back to the Williamson County Ag Expo – along with reigning Class AA titlist Zachery Little – as Region...
After First-Ever $200K Year, Habitat’s Signature Gala Returns to The Factory at Franklin
After a record-breaking year, Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury’s signature. fundraiser, Hammers & High Heels, returns to The Factory at Franklin on March 27th. In 2025, the event surpassed a major milestone, raising more than $200,000 for the first time in its 17-year history. Those funds directly support...
8 Old School BBQ Styles That Are Worth Rediscovering
West Tennessee Whole-Hog BBQ – The Vanishing Art West Tennessee Whole-Hog BBQ – The Vanishing Art (image credits: flickr) West Tennessee’s rich tradition of whole-hog barbecue should be on every food lover’s radar. Renowned pitmaster Pat Martin is at the helm of this dying art, and his new cookbook, “Life of Fire,”...
‘He wants the poor kids in the public schools’ | Bill asking for more...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Tennessee’s legislative session is heating up with battles over some of the most contentious issues facing the state. One of those issues is Gov. Bill Lee’s controversial school voucher program, which puts state dollars in the pockets of families sending kids to private school.
National Guard Association of Tennessee Returned to Murfreesboro for State Conference
MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - The National Guard Association of Tennessee brought its 2026 State Conference back to Murfreesboro and filled the Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center with soldiers, airmen, retirees, families, and partners from across the state. The three‑day gathering, held February 12–14, 2026,...
Here are a few of the big changes coming to Williamson County in 2026
Williamson County is planning a lot of changes in the coming year. From new businesses and restaurants to larger than life community members leaving, here's what residents can expect in the coming months. Restaurants Char (late 2026) — With roots beginning in 2001 in Jackson, Mississippi, and locations in Alabama,...
Judge denies new trial for man convicted in 1988 Franklin murder
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (WSMV) - A judge has ruled that a new trial will not be granted for a man convicted of murdering a Franklin woman in 1988, according to Williamson County District Attorney Stacey Edmonson. Edmonson said Judge David Veile ruled on Jan. 20 that James “Pennyhead” Taylor will not...
Historic cabin to be removed from Lebanon town square
Lebanon's historic town square will undergo a renovation Monday that includes the removal of the Neddy Jacobs cabin.
Franklin business owners among those killed in Denver plane crash
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (WZTV) — Four people tragically lost their lives in a small plane crash on Emerald Mountain by Steamboat Springs, Colorado early Friday morning. Those who died are Aaron Stokes, 47, his son Jakson Stokes, 21, his nephew Colin Stokes, 21, and Austin Huskey, 37, according to Mitch Locke, the Routt...

















