🐝 Breaking Records

Good afternoon Franklin. I hope everyone had a wonderful Labor Day Weekend. Welcome to September.

If you haven’t heard, the Powerball jackpot for tonight’s drawing is $1.4B. The estimated cash value is only $634M. Tonight’s jackpot ranks as the fourth largest in Powerball history and the sixth largest for any lottery jackpot.

I love how everyone gets excited about the lottery when it exceeds a billion dollars — as if a measly $200M lottery winning wouldn’t be life changing.

Research shows that lottery winners aren’t happier in the long run and in many cases, are worse off than before (hedonic treadmill, sudden wealth syndrome, etc). But here’s the good news: the biggest happiness boosts are free and fully in your control. Things like strong relationships, daily movement, quality sleep, gratitude, faith, and serving others raise joy levels far more reliably than a jackpot ever will.


Highlights
🐝 Williamson County Tourism Record
🐝 Dog Haus Biergarten Opening in Franklin
🐝 Titans Team Valuation
 
Let’s get to it.

- Beau

Williamson County Sets Tourism Record with $1.37B in Visitor Spending
Tourism in Williamson County reached new heights in 2024, generating $1.37 billion in direct visitor spending -- a 3% increase from the previous year and ranking the county 6th in Tennessee. Nearly 8.8 million visitors contributed $3.74 million per day to the local economy, supporting over 9,000 hospitality jobs and saving each household an estimated $1,631 in state and local taxes. Spending grew across lodging, dining, recreation, retail, and transportation, with food and beverage topping $482 million. With strong momentum from leisure attractions, sports events, and conventions, 2025 is on track for even more growth.

Dog Haus Biergarten Expanding to Franklin This Fall
Hot on the heels of opening in East Nashville, Dog Haus Biergarten is bringing its craft casual concept to Franklin with a new 2,500-sq-ft location at Canteen on Carothers. Slated for an early November opening, the spot will feature a 700-sq-ft patio with fire pits, shuffleboard, cornhole, and prime views of live music and events from the pavilion. Guests can expect 24 craft beers on tap plus the brand’s signature lineup of hot chicken sandwiches, burgers, sausages, and Hawaiian rolls — all with Franklin-inspired design touches. Franchise owner Michael Deak also hinted at more Middle Tennessee locations in the years ahead.

Do you want to keep a better pulse on all the fall activities in Franklin? Then you’re going to want to check out the fall guide that my wife Ashley put together.

In the guide, you’ll learn about must-visit local spots, seasonal events, and outdoor activities perfect for the crisp autumn days.

Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to the area, this guide is your ticket to experiencing Franklin in all its fall glory.

You can get the guide here 

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Wednesday September 3rd

Westhaven Farmers Market | 4pm - 7pm | 1006 Westhaven Blvd
The Weekly Farmers Market will take place on Wednesdays from May through October.

Mahjong Wednesdays | 5pm - 7pm | Fork of the South
Mahjong open play every Wednesday from 5–7 PM with drinks, treats, and midweek fun.

Thursday September 4th

Music City Dueling Pianos | 7pm | The Franklin Theatre

Friday September 5th

The Farm Stand at Berry Farms | 4pm - 7pm | Town Center Park in Berry Farms
Produce, seasonal vegetables/fruits, beautiful florals, jarred goods, and quality meats.

Franklin Art Crawl | 6pm - 9pm | Historic Downtown Franklin
Explore local art, live music, and more at the Franklin Art Crawl every first Friday in downtown Franklin.

Music City Bacon & Barrel Festival 2025 | 6pm - 9pm | The Factory
This is your chance to sip barrel-aged spirits and savor bacon-filled bites from local favorites.

The Red Wheel at The Factory - Chris Destefano, Justin Wilson, Zach Kale | 7pm | The Factory

Saturday September 6th

The Franklin Farmers Market | 8am - 12pm | The Factory
Tennessee farm fresh food from real farmers every Saturday morning

Chukkers for Charity 2025 | 1pm - 6:30pm | Riverview Farm
 Franklin’s premier polo fundraiser that blends thrilling polo, vibrant “Fiesta on the Field” festivities, and family fun to support Saddle Up! and Rochelle Center.

Food Fables | 6pm | Southall Farm & Inn
A monthly dining experience where Chef Richard turns the farm’s seasonal harvest into imaginative, story-driven dishes paired with cocktails, wine, or spirits.

The Red Wheel at The Factory - Matt Alderman, Michael Lisenby, Ben Williams | 7pm | The Factory

The Brothers Doobie: A Tribute to The Doobie Brothers | 7pm - 9pm | WILCO PAC @ Academy Park

Sunday September 7th

The Red Wheel at The Factory - Kristi McLelland, Laura Cooksey | 6pm | The Factory

Monty Criswell 88 Keys in 90 Minutes | 7pm | The Franklin Theatre

💧 Clean water tech first tested at Amy Grant’s Franklin farm is now powering disaster relief and climate-resilient communities worldwide (Tennessee Lookout)

💲 Forbes just released the latest edition of NFL Team Valuations — The Titans came in at 20th at $6.3Bn (Forbes)

🤺 Franklin Police department is offering free self-defense classes for women (WKRN)

🎶 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3
Open Mic | Kokomo | 6 - 9pm
Whiskey Wednesday | 1799 at The Harpeth Hotel | 6 - 9pm
Casey’s Downtown | Fox and Locke | 7 - 9pm

🎶 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
Thursday Singer/Songwriters Night | Amendment XVIII | 6 - 9pm
Open Mic Night | Fox and Locke | 6:30 - 9:30pm
Joe West | Puckett’s | 7 - 8:30pm
Andy Kahrs | Gray’s on Main | 7:30 - 9pm

🎶 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
Madison Hughes | Stable Reserve | 7pm
Julielle | Kokomo | 7 - 9pm
Lilie Collins | Paddle Dog | 7 - 9pm
Brockwell Nason | 1799 at The Harpeth Hotel | 7 - 10pm
Emily Elgin | Gray’s on Main | 7:30 - 9pm
Lisa Stewart | Fox & Locke | 8 - 10pm
Eric Burgett | Puckett’s | 8 - 9:30pm

🎶 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
Brian Glover Music, Steve Brown, Laura Mustard | The Parlor at Bubble Joy | 1 - 3pm
South Margin | Kokomo | 7 - 9pm
Lach Thornton | Stable Reserve | 7pm
Carlisle Wright and the Bolts | Franklin VFW | 7pm
The FBR | Fox and Locke | 8 - 10pm
The Gwynn Sisters | Puckett’s | 8 - 9:30pm

🎶 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Robert Wessel, Jonathan Mark Williams, Jonathan Hawley | The Parlor at Bubble Joy | 1 - 3pm
Jim Hayden | 1799 at The Harpeth Hotel | 4 - 7pm
Jazz Sundays | Amendment XVIII | 5 - 8pm

3530 Bailey Rd | 3 Beds, 3 Baths | 3,030 Sq Ft

Price: $19,995,000

Days on Market: 5

Details: 

🏠 97-acre countryside estate just two miles from Leiper’s Fork, featuring rolling pastures, wooded ridges, and natural water amenities including a spring-fed pond, swimming hole, and creek frontage.

🏠 Charming three-bedroom main residence with a full-floor primary suite offering panoramic views, complemented by a transformed 35x40 party barn perfect for entertaining with kitchen, loft, TVs, and outdoor kitchen.

🏠 Equestrian-ready facilities with a custom horse barn, fenced pastures, and multiple additional structures—plus expansion potential with an approved 12-bedroom perk site and three additional build sites.

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