Bonnaroo Releases Full 2026 Lineup With Skrillex, The Strokes and More Headlining

The holiday spirit is shining bright at Tims Ford State Park as they prepare for the First Inaugural Sleigh Bell Trail and transform the main campground into a winter wonderland. This free drive-through event invites families to enjoy dazzling Christmas light displays while also offering a live nativity scene.               The event will start on December 6 th  and will end on December 11 th .  Community members are invited to drive through the main campground to view the va

Franklin County Launches Season of Giving, Celebrations, and Community Support

It was an event to honor those who served as Franklin County Veterans, leadership, and community members came together at the Franklin County Farmer’s Market Pavilion last week on Veteran’s Day.  An annual event, attendees were provided with vocal performances by Johnny, Jena, and Jada Hand, and had the opportunity to hear from United States Army Veteran guest speaker, SSG Tim Lee.               Welcoming those in attendance was Franklin County Mayor Chris Guess.             

The Franklin County Board of Education held their regular session monthly meeting earlier this month at the Franklin County Board of Education building.  Highlights of the meeting included public input from a concerned community member regarding books in the library and policy language revisions and additions.                Franklin County resident and published children’s author Christina Soontornvat attended the meeting, offering public input regarding the books that had b

'Tis the Season – Schedule of Events!

Franklin County Chamber Encourages Residents to “Shop Small & Win Big” This Holiday Season

The weather may have changed the venue, but the momentum still ran strong as the Franklin County Republican Party hosted their annual Scott DesJarlais Bonfire Night at the Franklin County Annex Building last Thursday evening.  The event, usually hosted at the Davis farm located on Tims Ford Lake, welcomed over 200 people as the party members gathered to hear from special guest speakers, enjoy a meal and fellowship together.  Special guest speakers included Tennessee GOP State

The Franklin County Public Library honored a piece of history last week as they hosted their annual Trail of Tears event.  Starting at 11:45 a.m. on Saturday, community residents were invited to the Old Cowan Road Park to participate in a ceremony, walk a small portion of the Trail of Tears route, indulge in a traditional Indigenous dish, and learn about the history of the Cherokee people from a local guest speaker.                The event began at the Old Cowan Road Park wh

The Franklin County Democratic Party joined communities across the nation earlier this month in continuing the momentum of the ongoing “No Kings” protest movement. From 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the group hosted a local rally in the parking lot across from the Franklin County Board of Education Building, drawing more than 100 residents from Franklin County and neighboring areas. Attendees gathered to express concerns over executive policies and the direction of the current adm

Franklin County Gears Up for a Week of Halloween Fun!

Franklin County Education Foundation for Excellence hosts the Annual Game Changer Fundraiser

A tidal wave of red flooded the grounds at the Red Roof Pavilion last Tuesday night to honor the life of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk.  According to drone footage, close to 500 people gathered together on what would have been Kirk’s 32nd birthday.  The event was part of a bigger movement that has been happening throughout the nation since the assassination of the activist on September 10 th  of this year.  The evening included musical entertainment, special gu

It was a day marked by generosity, collaboration, and community spirit as Tims Ford State Park employees graciously accepted the gift of...

Sewanee Friends of the Library to Host Talk on Censorship and the Right to Read

The Winchester Square came alive last Thursday evening as the Franklin County community gathered for the highly anticipated Block Party—a...

Shelbyville Man Running 200 Miles to Neyland Stadium to Fund Lung Cancer Trial

Last weekend, the streets of Cowan came alive with the vibrant sounds of live music, the mouthwatering aroma of festival food, and the...

On September 5th, the Franklin County Mayor’s Office officially presented the Franklin County 4-H Club with a generous donation—a 2025...

The Multi-County Cancer Support Network hosted their 32 nd Annual Walkathon this past Friday night at the old high school football field...