Good morning, Hendersonville.

This weekend in Sumner County, locals can visit the Hendersonville Arts Festival at Sanders Ferry Park on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., join a gardening club meeting at VFW 73 New Shackle Island Rd on Saturday at 10:30 a.m., attend a pancake breakfast fundraiser at Number One Fire Department from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., enjoy a Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at South Water Manor on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and explore the Renaissance Festival in Arrington on both days from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.—offering fun art, music and food for all ages.

A Texas man, David Aaron Bloyed, 60, was convicted on May 8 for threatening to lynch and kill Nashville District Attorney Glenn Funk and now faces up to five years in federal prison+ the U.S. Department of Justice stated his online posts linked to an antisemitic group were meant to intimidate law enforcement officials.

The Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association said it will start the TSSAA Student Advisory Committee with 20 student-athletes this spring—who will offer input on issues affecting school sports.

Hunters are divided over a proposal to allow metal-encased straight-walled cartridges in muzzleloader rifles as the Tennessee Wildlife Federation urged the Tennessee Fish & Wildlife Commission to update the rules for better reliability and accuracy.

Opponents argue this change will make the sport too similar to modern rifle hunting, and the proposal will be reconsidered while current season regulations stay unchanged.

The Heels Live Performance

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Puckett's Restaurant — No cover, tips appreciated — Experience high-energy three-part harmonies and stories through modern-day country music.

Student Ministry Summer Kickoff

6:15-7:45 p.m. — Vanderpool Farm — $3 for a snowball — Enjoy mini golf, human foosball, and lawn games with friends.

Mountain Son Live Performance

6 PM – 12 AM — Puckett's Restaurant — No cover, tips appreciated — Experience the soulful sounds of country blues with international artist Mountain Son.

Memorial Day Carnival with The Isaacs

3-7 p.m. — Veterans Park — Free entry — Celebrate Memorial Day with a performance from the acclaimed music group The Isaacs.

Open House at 1014 Del Ray Trail

2-4 p.m. — 1014 Del Ray Trail, Hendersonville, TN — $667,400 — Explore a spacious brick home featuring a gourmet kitchen and expansive backyard in a desirable neighborhood.