Craig Campbell’s Grindstone Cowboy Shelbyville Turns One.

Craig Campbell headlines a free Saturday concert to mark the first anniversary of Grindstone Cowboy Shelbyville, the Tennessee coffee shop, restaurant and music venue he co-owns with Mindy Campbell and Beth and Mike Davis. The Nov. 7 “Throw Down Bash” at the downtown Shelbyville venue opens at 7am for regular...

Election Day 2026 in photos

On This Day in 1930, a Tennessee Governor’s Re-Election Triggered a Banking Panic and Inspired a Country Music Classic

On this day (November 4) in 1930, Henry H. Horton was elected to his third term as the Governor of Tennessee. Not long after he won his re-election, banks owned by his political allies began to collapse. Horton had deposited most of the state’s money into those banks. As a result, the state of Tennessee lost more than $6 million, which is more than $123 million in today’s currency. The resulting financial disaster inspired Uncle Dave Macon to write “The Wreck of the Tennessee Gravy Train.” \

Estate War Escalates: Dolly Parton's Niece Rebecca Seaver and Her Staff Are 'Fired From the Late Star's Museum Weeks After It Opens'

Rebecca Seaver reportedly was dismissed Oct. 29 from her role overseeing Dolly Parton's museum and archives.

Passenger Trains Are Gone, But These 10 Historic Tennessee Depots Still Stand

Union soldiers once pulled bricks out of a train depot wall in Tennessee so they could fire from inside. That shoulder-high firing port is still visible today. The building around it is often called the oldest train depot in the state. It has company, too. Another town on this list only exists because a railroad needed a crew-change stop back in 1902.

America 250 Adds Special Meaning to Veterans Day on Murfreesboro Square 11/11 at 11

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - This year's Veterans Day ceremony on Murfreesboro's historic square will be unlike any before it, blending local history, patriotic remembrance, and America's 250th anniversary into one special community gathering. The ceremony will begin at 11:00 a.m. this coming Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, on the east side...

GraceWorks’ Turkey Trot Returns to Franklin on Thanksgiving

GraceWorks Ministries will host its 27th Annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026, at Meridian Cool Springs (5000 Meridian Blvd, Franklin,), with nearly 5,000 participants expected. More Hometown Holidays The annual Williamson County tradition features a 10K, 5K, and Kids’ Turkey Chase, bringing together families, friends, and runners of all ages while […] The post GraceWorks’ Turkey Trot Returns to Franklin on Thanksgiving appeared first on Williamson Source .

Maury County Library reopens after year-long renovation: 'A very happy day for us'

Much like the words written within the pages of books found at the 211 W. 8th Ave. building, a new story has been brought to life for the public of Columbia and greater Maury County. After a year of renovations, The Maury County Public Library has officially reopened to provide visitors a source for learning, reading and a vision to continue its growth. The project, which began in October 2025 and cost about $2.2 million, brings a fresh face to the beloved learning center, which dates back to 1968 when the building was first constructed. The occasion was welcomed by a large group of supporters Oct. 30, capped off with a ceremonial ribbon cutting hosted by the Maury County Chamber & Economic Alliance. The project was made possible via a $2 million state grant awarded by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TDEC), which also came with a 10% match provided by the Maury County Commission. "This is a very happy day for us, a great day for celebration," Maury County Public Library Board Chair Beverly Simmons said. The Oct. 30 event not only featured several local leaders and library staff, but also state supporters who helped bring

Spring Station Middle Presents Hollywood Hillbillies

Spring Station Middle’s theater department will open its fall production, Hollywood Hillbillies, on November 13. When crooks target Gram Hawley’s land after discovering a valuable natural gas deposit, a cast of quirky characters turns Happy Hollow upside down. Packed with humor, colorful personalities and fast-paced fun, the play is a comedy filled with small-town charm […] The post Spring Station Middle Presents Hollywood Hillbillies appeared first on Williamson Source .

This Tennessee Estate Pairs Botanical Gardens With A Fine Art Museum And Is A Great Pick For 2027

A coffee fortune built this Tennessee estate, and it shows. Money from a big-name coffee brand paid for a 30,000-square-foot Georgian mansion on a hill. The owners even mashed their two last names together to name the place, an old-school version of a couple’s hashtag. Today, the house holds...

Franklin's Free Family Day Rolls Into Harlinsdale Farm This Saturday

Franklin families have a free reason to head to Harlinsdale Farm this Saturday. The Park at Harlinsdale Farm hosts Family Day on November 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with the Historic City of Franklin, Tennessee presenting a lineup of rides, animals and hands-on activities for kids, all at no cost to attend.

Singin’ in the Rain with Mill Creek Middle Theater

Mill Creek Middle theater is taking on an iconic tale: Singin’ in the Rain Jr. Beginning November 6, MCMS brings Don Lockwood and Kathy Selden to life as Hollywood struggles to adapt to new-fangled “talkies.” Featuring comedy routines, dance numbers and love songs, Singin’ in the Rain Jr. is sure to delight audiences. Tickets may be purchased online […] The post Singin’ in the Rain with Mill Creek Middle Theater appeared first on Williamson Source .

Tennessee Tourism Announces Bike Tennessee’s New Mountain Biking Routes

The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD) launched mountain biking routes through its Bike Tennessee program today, adding a new phase to the state’s existing road and gravel cycling routes. Developed in collaboration with the Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association (SORBA), the expansion features 11 mountain biking hubs with 76 trails across Tennessee.

The Heroes of 1776 – James Winchester

Before there was a nation to defend, there were Patriots willing to risk everything to create one. This November, as we honor our military on Veterans Day and give thanks to God on Thanksgiving Day, let us remember America’s first veterans, whose courage and sacrifice helped secure the freedoms we cherish.

From Cattle Rancher to Animal Advocate: Renee King-Sonnen Coming to Harken Hall

Harken Hall in Madison will host a special evening with Renee King-Sonnen, founder of Rowdy Girl Sanctuary and author of Rowdy Girl: Confessions of a Vegan Cattle Rancher, on Sunday, November 22. Click for More Events The event will feature a book discussion and a screening of the director’s cut of the documentary Rowdy Girl, […] The post From Cattle Rancher to Animal Advocate: Renee King-Sonnen Coming to Harken Hall appeared first on Sumner County Source .

This Tennessee Bookstore Is Owned by an Award-Winning Author and Feels Like a Reader’s Paradise

A bestselling novelist got tired of watching her city lose its bookstores, so she opened one herself. That novelist had already won major literary prizes when she opened the shop, and she has been its sole owner since 2022. The store has bookstore dogs. It also has a tiny door...

Photo of the Day: November 1, 2026

Each day, we will bring you a photo of the day, showcasing the sights of Williamson County (and beyond). Whether it’s a photo of a local landmark, a park, a photo from an event or just a great photo from the area, we want to showcase our local communities throughout the next year. Photo of […] The post Photo of the Day: November 1, 2026 appeared first on Williamson Source .

Dolly Parton’s estate denies issuing subpoena for hospital bodycam footage, court documents say

Defense attorneys for Dolly Parton’s nephew are seeking emergency court restrictions on subpoenas, alleging a woman bypassed counsel and obtained an unauthorized request for police bodycam footage on the day the country music icon died.