Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
Good morning, Hendersonville.
AAA is launching its Tow to Go service in Tennessee to provide a free, confidential ride for anyone who is too impaired to drive from 6 p.m. Friday, May 23 to 6 a.m. Tuesday, May 27—helping to reduce accidents during Memorial Day weekend.
Residents in Hendersonville have several events this weekend in Sumner County — a live multimedia rock show at Starstruck Farm starts today at 7:30 p.m., a historical tour at Cragfont runs from 4 to 6:30 p.m., and a warehouse sale at Honey & Suede continues alongside a Renaissance Festival that runs through Sunday — while a free Memorial Day concert featuring The Isaacs will take place Monday with gates opening at 3 p.m.
Hendersonville Police began investigating a series of vehicle burglaries at a gym on Bluegrass Commons Blvd on May 21, 2025 after sharing information with Knoxville and Belle Meade officers that identified 67-year-old Thomas Hooghe as the suspect, and he was later arrested at a local restaurant in Jackson—he will appear in Sumner County General Sessions Court on June 6.
The Tennessee Department of Transportation has launched a campaign called Nobody Trashes Tennessee to encourage travelers to keep roads clean during Memorial Day weekend.
The program offers a Trash Masters Rewards digital loyalty system at 16 Welcome Centers—participants can earn points for rewards and local discounts.
Catherine Mayhew advises local restaurants to shop at nearby farmers markets for fresh produce this summer — a move encouraged by rising tariffs on imported vegetables.
Her message highlights that buying locally can offer better flavor and the freedom to choose only what is needed.
Green Hill played Walker Valley for the TSSAA Class 4A state softball championship at Blue Raider Softball Stadium—first pitch was thrown at 12:30 p.m. yesterday—and a packed crowd cheered the Lady Hawks while live play-by-play coverage aired on the Green Hill Sports Network.
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.
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.
Summer Songwriter Night
5-9 p.m. — Historic Rock Castle — Free entry — Experience a night of original songwriting talent in a historic setting.
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