Carole Robinson
Boots, jeans and cowboy hats – it’s rodeo time: With the Franklin Rodeo just a week away and the parade Saturday, there are two important items requiring absolute attention – tickets and wardrobe.

Kerri Bartlett
Big hats, Derby-inspired attire steals the show at races: Whether a traditional wide-brimmed hat adorned with bows and ribbons, or something more bold with soaring brightly colored feathers and netting, finding the perfect outfit is an important component to horse-related events such as Steeplechase, the Tennessee Equine Hospital Grand Prix and the Music Country Grand Prix.

Williamson Herald; Williamson County
50 Years of the Franklin Rodeo County resident volunteers his talents: Nearly every year since he was born, Larry Dale has had an appointment on his social calendar for the third weekend in May.