COMMUNITY FEATURE

As we kick off 2026’s celebrations of the greatness of America, Johnny Birdsong sat down for a conversation this issue with this great statesman, inventor, and in general, exemplary patriot – Mr. Ben Franklin.

Few marriages rock nations, but the second marriage of Franklin man John M. Eaton did just that.

Born in Louisiana eighty-six years ago, Carol Evans has been creating art since the age of fifteen.

Cory Mason has taken the baton, from Carol Birdsong, as Executive Director of Communications for Williamson County Schools (WCS), and is now the voice behind delayed school days and school closures.

Thanks to the DAR spurring efforts and Pam Lewis getting involved and gifting our city with our very own “Ben on the Bench”

A Southern Gentleman Meets the Williamson County Grinch: A Christmas Conversation

How a Decade-Long Williamson County Tradition Is Changing Christmas for Local Families.

Meet Anne Renée Rob: The Tennessee jewelry artist creating timeless handcrafted pieces.

Since 2013, One Generation Away (OneGenAway) has been working to end hunger and food waste by rescuing food that would otherwise go to landfills and redistributing it directly to families in need—no questions asked and no paperwork required.

FrankTown's goal is to bring physical and spiritual hope to the impoverished youth of our community by being the “hands and feet of Christ.”

The City of Franklin and Friends of Franklin Parks restored Harlinsdale Farm’s historic Main Barn as a preserved community landmark.

The Hog Ball, a lively Franklin fundraiser blending eccentric fashion with community spirit, returns October 4 to support local nonprofits.

Marty Warren on family, faith and the business of building community

Flower Child is now open in Franklin, serving fresh, made-from-scratch meals in a cheerful, health-focused space with something for every lifestyle.

Cotillion classes return this fall, offering students in grades 1–9 a chance to grow in confidence, character, and social skills that last a lifetime.

BGA’s Middle School program builds leadership through hands-on learning, character development, and service.

The WCS Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center gives students hands-on experience in business, preparing them to run their own companies.

Beta Zeta of Alpha Delta Kappa marks 50 years of uniting women educators in service and community support.