Good morning, Hendersonville.

This weekend Sumner County hosts five events including Market in the Park at Triple Creek Park today and Saturday with over 80 vendors, Stone Harmony’s Wildflower Walk on April 13, and the annual Plant Sale & Spring Festival with educational sessions at Hendersonville Memorial Park. Hendersonville Public Library will also host an Autism Awareness & Acceptance Fair from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday while Opry Mills offers daily Easter Bunny visits through April 19.

The Hitchcock House at 600 Deshea Creek Road is full of rich local history from when Denise Hitchcock and her late husband Stan bought and began fixing it in 1997; the home has daffodils, a stone fireplace linked to past events, and unique ties to country music television.

Today, Denise is moving her business office into Stan’s old studio—keeping his memory alive as she plans for the future.

The Elevate50 Hendersonville senior center will host a Recycling Roundup on Saturday, April 12—open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.—where residents can drop off tires, mattresses, scrap metal and Styrofoam free of charge.

The Tennessee Environmental Council organizes the event and it will have limits and fees for extra items while one volunteer will be chosen at random for a prize.

On Saturday evening, strong winds and heavy rain hit Hendersonville, damaging parked cars and causing trees to block parts of the Stoneybrook subdivision.

City crews worked overnight to clear nearly two dozen streets and restore power — with police directing traffic and utility workers repairing a troubled substation.

The Hendersonville Parks Department applied for a state grant to fund over $6.5M in improvements to local parks—plans include a new inclusive playground at Sanders Ferry Park, upgraded facilities at Drakes Creek and Veterans Parks, and other updates; if approved, the city will match the funds with $2M in cash and $2.6M in land, and a decision is expected in August.

Sumner County’s Recovery Court, directed by Tracye Bryant since 2003, has saved the county roughly $15,000 a year by helping nonviolent offenders get support, gain jobs, and avoid jail time.

The program is planning to renovate 8,000 sq ft of old courthouse space — to be shared with the Sheriff’s Department — which will create a more secure and centralized facility for testing, classes, and court meetings.

At its meeting on April 8, the Hendersonville Board of Mayor and Aldermen postponed the vote on an ordinance requiring registration, inspection and monitoring of vacant commercial and industrial buildings.

Aldermen Mark Skidmore and Rachel Collins said a workshop will be held to revise the proposal — addressing fire hazards, safety concerns and rising fees — before it is reconsidered.

Hendersonville residents are working with Donate Life Tennessee to raise awareness about organ donation after 750 families saved about 1,300 lives last year while 3,000 Tennesseans await lifesaving transplants.

Local ambassadors like Raichon Morand (a lung transplant recipient) and Travis Marcus (who received three heart transplants) share their stories during Donate Life Month to encourage others to register as donors.

On Thursday, Nashville Superspeedway announced that Lebanon-based Cracker Barrel signed a multi-year sponsorship deal as title sponsor for its premier Cup Series with the first race—the Cracker Barrel 400—scheduled for June 1.

The deal follows months of speculation after previous sponsor Ally departed and marks a long-term homecoming for the track.

K-9 Klassic

8:00 AM - 10:00 PM — Hendersonville Public Library — $15 for first dog, $5 for additional dogs — Enjoy a fun 5K or 1-mile walk/run with your dog while supporting a local humane society.

Leadership Sumner Alumni Association Membership Meeting

11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Jolly Ollie's Pizza & Pub — Free entry — Reconnect with fellow alumni while enjoying good food and great conversation.

Caden Gillard Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — The Local Hendersonville — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating talents of former professional bull rider Caden Gillard as he performs live.

Kylie Brown Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Puckett's Restaurant — No cover, tips appreciated — Catch rising country star Kylie Brown showcasing her original music and captivating stage presence.

Trevor Finlay Duo Performance

6 PM – 12 AM — Puckett's Restaurant — No cover, tips appreciated — Experience a versatile musician blending blues, rock, and country in an engaging live performance.

Hendersonville Arts Festival 2025

10 AM – 5 PM — Sanders Ferry Parks — Free entry — Explore a vibrant celebration of American handcrafts and fine art featuring workshops and kid-friendly projects.