Good morning, Hendersonville.

Kayla Malec told her nearly 20 million TikTok followers about the abuse she suffered in her nearly year-long relationship with ex-boyfriend Evan Johnson, who pleaded guilty on May 7 to DUI and domestic assault charges following violent incidents in August 2024 in Nashville and a Hendersonville home—she said she now feels secure as Johnson faces an 18-month jail sentence.

Local singer Mattie Pruitt was eliminated from American Idol on Sunday, May 11 during Disney Night after performing 'Remember Me' and 'Those Kinda of Women' to honor mothers & she thanked her supporters on social media as she looks forward to her next chapter in music.

The Sumner County Sheriff’s Office joined the 287(g) program with ICE on April 29 (making it the sixth county in Tennessee to do so) to serve civil immigration warrants only on detainees in its jail, and Sheriff Eric Craddock stressed that deputies will not conduct traffic stops.

The Titans have signed tight end Gunnar Helm to his rookie contract—making six of their nine draft picks officially signed—while Cam Ward, Oluwafemi Oladejo and Chimere Dike remain unsigned.

The rookie group arrived in Nashville on Thursday for minicamp and will practice on Friday and Saturday at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park.

Forty-nine track and field athletes from Sumner County have qualified for the state championships at Middle Tennessee State’s Dean A.

Hayes Stadium starting May 20 — including thirteen from Liberty Creek — and will compete in events such as the 800 m, 1600 m and 3200 m runs.

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.