Friday, May 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Hendersonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hendersonville will hold a ceremony at 10 a.m. today at the Dog Park at 151 E. Main Street in Memorial Park—named in memory of Samson, the beloved mascot of the Sumner County Humane Society—where community members are invited to attend. Hendersonville Standard
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Businesses in Hendersonville have been affected by the Old Shackle Island and Walton Ferry widening project as crews removed railroad tracks, a gas station, and adjusted utilities since work began in February. Owen’s Flowers and Produce moved to a temporary location—customers now face diverted traffic—while TDOT plans further work to improve safety and access later this week. Hendersonville Standard
- ➤ Farmers Bank will break ground on its new branch in Hendersonville today at 1:00 p.m. at 197 Indian Lake Blvd + guests can enjoy complimentary food and refreshments during the celebration. Sumner County Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Last weekend, Sanders Ferry Park hosted the Hendersonville Arts Festival as thousands of residents explored art prints, pottery, and family activities including Mother’s Day card making. Watercolor artist Rachel Ogles, who traveled from Eagleville, said the park’s lake view was ideal and she would return next year. Hendersonville Standard
- ➤ Disney On Ice will perform Frozen and Encanto at Bridgestone Arena from September 25 to 28, 2025, offering live ice skating, singing and acrobatics for local families. The show will bring characters like Anna, Elsa, Mirabel and Olaf to life on the ice. Sumner County Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ HHS senior Aurora Gavaldon created a 100-scale 3D model of the new football stadium using Fusion and other software—she worked through 30 iterations over nine weeks to capture key details of the planned home stands and athletic facilities. School officials praised her technical skill and innovation as work on the stadium improvements continues. Hendersonville Standard
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Board of Mayor and Aldermen deferred the first reading vote on the city’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget until May 27 after discussing five salary scenarios at the Finance Committee workshop held on May 15 at 7:15 p.m. The proposals include a 2 percent cost-of-living increase with merit raises for city employees — details that will guide further budget talks. Hendersonville Standard
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Golf Tournament for Education
1-3 p.m. — Country Hills Golf Club — $110/golfer — Participate in a charity golf tournament benefitting the Jeremy “Pete” Parker Scholarship Fund.
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