About Us

Considered the voice of Williamson County, FranklinIs is a local community online magazine covering Franklin, and Williamson County, TN. Since launching in 2006, FranklinIs has become a trusted resource and most extensive place for news, events, restaurants, shopping, family activities, local businesses, things to do, and everything that makes Williamson County a great place to live, work, and visit.

Built on a pay-it-forward philosophy, FranklinIs is committed to supporting and connecting the community by providing free access to local information and resources. We proudly champion nonprofits, small businesses, schools, community organizations, and events across Franklin, Brentwood, Spring Hill, Nolensville, Thompson’s Station, College Grove, Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee, and the surrounding areas.

For nearly two decades, FranklinIs has helped residents and visitors stay informed, discover local places and events, support area businesses, and find ways to get involved.

FranklinIs is also home to the original Williamson County Best Business awards (The Sizzle Awards), which, through hundreds of thousands of local votes, recognizes local businesses and services throughout Williamson County.

2026 FranklinIs: Reimagined, Reinvented & More Powerful Than Ever

20 Years of Local Expertise. 25,000+ Pages of Content. An Extraordinary New Digital Experience.

FranklinIs unveils its most ambitious transformation in 20 years, introducing a cutting-edge digital platform designed to revolutionize how residents and visitors discover, explore, and experience Franklin, Brentwood, Williamson County, and beyond.

Highlights of the All-New FranklinIs

• A Completely Reinvented Editorial Experience: More than 25,000 pages of trusted local content, built over 20 years, transformed into a visually stunning, intuitive, and powerful discovery experience unlike anything previously offered by FranklinIs.
• A Dynamic, Discovery-Driven Homepage: An exciting new gateway featuring Editor’s Picks, trending stories, featured events, weekend activities, top things to do, and must-explore local experiences.
• A Next-Generation Events Calendar: One of Tennessee’s most comprehensive local event discovery platforms, featuring vibrant visual displays, interactive monthly views, powerful search and filtering, and one-click exploration by category, date, and community.
• 20 Years of Sizzle Awards Excellence: A dramatically enhanced experience celebrating Williamson County’s best businesses, featuring rotating winner spotlights throughout the website and effortless discovery by award category and year.
• An Immersive New Photo Gallery: Thousands of photographs showcasing Williamson County’s most memorable experiences, spectacular venues, community celebrations, business events, and two decades of Sizzle Awards history.
• Comprehensive Community Discovery Hubs: Beautifully designed destinations highlighting Franklin, Brentwood, and surrounding communities with local news, photography, attractions, restaurants, shopping, events, and neighborhood insights.
• The Ultimate Annual Events & Festivals Guide: A visually engaging, year-round resource showcasing dozens of Williamson County’s signature festivals, seasonal celebrations, and annual traditions, searchable by month, community, and interest.
• Hundreds of Expert Local Guides: An expansive collection of curated guides covering the best restaurants, shopping, Top 10 destinations, summer camps, family adventures, seasonal experiences, and local favorites.
• A Reinvented Things to Do Experience: Hundreds of detailed, regularly updated activity and destination pages featuring stunning imagery, insider information, and powerful discovery tools to help visitors find their next adventure.
• Expanded Nashville & Middle Tennessee Coverage: Discover even more beyond Williamson County, including Nashville’s major annual events, attractions, community highlights, and regional experiences.
• Williamson County’s Largest FREE Local Business Directory: An enhanced directory featuring more than 1,200 local businesses, detailed company profiles, services, contact information, and Sizzle Awards recognition—all designed to connect consumers with the local businesses that serve them.
• And So Much More: Countless enhancements, smarter navigation, richer content, and exciting new features create the most ambitious FranklinIs experience in its 20-year history.

20 Years of Trusted Content. A Whole New Era of Local Discovery.

FranklinIs is more than a website—it’s Williamson County’s digital gateway to everything local. From the best things to do and upcoming events to award-winning businesses, community news, and unforgettable experiences, the all-new FranklinIs brings it all together in one extraordinary destination.

Explore the all-new FranklinIs and discover what you’ve been missing!