Carolynn is a two-year old terrier mix. Things are getting a little crowded at the shelter, and Carolynn would like wide open spaces to play in at a forever home. You can meet Carolynn at Williamson County Animal Center during the $10 ‘We are stuffed!’ event, November 21 and 24.
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‘STUFFED’ SHELTER OFFERS THANKSGIVING SPECIAL
Tuesday, Nov 20th
$10 Adoptions Wednesday and Saturday We are stuffed at Williamson County Animal Center (WCAC) in Franklin, and it’s not with turkeys! We are filled with 111 adoptable animals: 38 dogs, 66 cats, 5 rabbits and 2 tiny mice! And, just like your waistline after Thanksgiving dinner, we need to free up some space! All adoptions […]
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR WILLIAMSON COUNTY PARKS & REC
Monday, Nov 19th
Thanksgiving-November 22 All facilities of the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department will be closed Thursday, November 22, 2018 in observance of Thanksgiving. Friday, November 23 The department’s six main indoor facilities will be open on Friday, November 23, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd.; […]
Pet of the Week-Toni
Friday, Nov 16th
Toni is a little darling! She is a 5 1/2 year old, 11 pound beagle and is so sweet and beautiful. Toni is a bit shy at first, but quickly relaxes and enjoys being carried around, sitting on your lap, and being petted. She responds well to attention and affection and will truly blossom with some tender, […]
HERITAGE FOUNDATION HIRES DIRECTOR OF PRESERVATION
Thursday, Nov 15th
Dr. Blake Wintory will support the Foundation’s efforts in preservation, education and advocacy FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, TN has hired Dr. Blake Wintory as director of preservation. Wintory will assist the Heritage Foundation in growing the non-profit’s education and advocacy efforts, as well as lead new and longstanding preservation projects. […]
RABIES & MICROCHIP CLINIC SATURDAY
Thursday, Nov 15th
Protect your pets Williamson County Animal Center (WCAC) in Franklin will have its monthly public rabies and microchip clinic on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the shelter, 106 Claude Yates Dr. The public is invited to bring their cats or dogs for $10 rabies shots and $15 microchips. The […]
WILLIAMSON COUNTY CASA RAISES MORE THAN $30,000 IN PLAYHOUSE FUNDRAISER
Wednesday, Nov 14th
Brown family of Springfield, Tenn. wins the professionally built and decorated playhouse FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Williamson County CASA’s annual Playhouse Raffle raised more than $30,000 to provide children with a safe and permanent home. The designer playhouse was won by the Brown family of Springfield, Tenn. “We are so pleased with this year’s turnout for […]
EMILY CHAPMAN RICHARDS TAKES HELM AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SHOW HOPE
Monday, Nov 12th
12 November 2018 – Franklin, Tenn. – As part of a long-term strategic plan, Emily Chapman Richards is being named Executive Director of Show Hope, effective Dec. 1. Show Hope is a nationally recognized voice for adoption advocacy and orphan care support work, co-founded by Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman. “We are delighted […]
NOVEMBER HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR WILLIAMSON COUNTY PARKS & REC
Wednesday, Nov 7th
Veterans Day-November 11 Williamson County Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce that the following indoor facilities will be open on Veterans Day, Sunday, November 11, 2018 from 1:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.: the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd.; the Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill, 2909 Commonwealth Dr.; the Indoor Sports Complex at […]
HISTORIC NASHVILLE ANNOUNCES 2018 NASHVILLE NINE MOST ENDANGERED HISTORIC PROPERTIES
Monday, Oct 29th
New development poses biggest threat to Nashville’s historic places NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 25, 2018 – Historic Nashville, Inc. (HNI) announced its 2018 Nashville Nine, a list of the city’s most endangered historic places, at a press event held today at Bobby’s Idle Hour on Nashville’s historic Music Row. Emmy Award-winning songwriter, publisher, and […]
Mobile Food Vending Open House
Wednesday, Oct 24th
Franklin – The City of Franklin is hosting a Mobile Food Vending Program open house on Tuesday, November 6th from 4:00-6:00 pm in the City Hall Training Room at 109 3rd Ave. South. The purpose of the open house is for City staff to answer questions and gather comments about the creation of a Mobile […]
Sign Up Today to Participate in Franklin’s Community Visioning Project at 1 of 18 Public Locations
Tuesday, Oct 23rd
All invited to participate in “On the Table” events October 30-November 1 Franklin, TN – If you live, work, or worship in Franklin, you are invited to participate in Franklin Tomorrow’s new community initiative, On the Table. On the Table events will take place around the city from Tuesday, October 30 through Thursday, November […]
Saturday Rabies clinic canceled Rabies/Microchip Clinic Cancelled for Saturday Due to circumstances beyond our control, the public rabies and microchip clinic scheduled for Saturday, October 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Williamson County Animal Center has been cancelled. The next clinic will be Saturday, November 17. BarkAID is Sunday Master stylist […]
Franklin, TN First City in Tennessee to Achieve LEED Silver Certification
Wednesday, Oct 17th
City’s Commitment to Sustainability Pays Off Franklin— The City of Franklin announced today that it has achieved LEED Silver certification, making it the first city in Tennessee to be certified. LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, was created by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and is the world’s most widely used green […]
Building dedication honors donors Emily Magid, Calvin and Marilyn LeHew for generosity FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, TN hosted donors and dignitaries for a reception on Thursday, Oct. 11 to dedicate the LeHew Magid Big House for Historic Preservation. Guests were invited to the 112 Bridge Street building for an unveiling […]