Good morning, Hendersonville.

Splash pads across Middle Tennessee are open for free family fun in public parks with hours varying by location.

Families should check local schedules to plan a visit—these water play areas operate through Labor Day.

Deputies responded to a burglary call on June 6 at a home on Garrison Branch Road after a child's quick actions—staying safe while giving a detailed description—helped them identify and arrest a suspect who later confessed and was found with stolen cell phones.

Twelve years ago, Joey Cundiff was 6 when he saw his father fatally shoot his mother and his father was sentenced to up to 25 years for second-degree murder.

Now the 18-year-old MJHS graduate co-authors Pain to Purpose with his teacher Tyrone White and speaks at schools and community groups to help others overcome trauma.

County coaches named the 2025 All-Sumner County baseball team.

Barrett Brown of White House became Position Player of the Year, Beech’s Kaden Powell earned Two-Way Player of the Year, and Liberty Creek’s Hudson Tunney was chosen as Pitcher of the Year—Eli Carlisle was named Coach of the Year and Liberty Creek earned Team of the Year honors.

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.

Old Hickory Lake Sprint Triathlon

7 AM – 12 PM — 106 Bluegrass Commons — Registration required — Compete in a thrilling sprint triathlon while supporting local charities.

Hendersonville Freedom Festival

12-5 p.m. — Drakes Creek Park — Free entry — Celebrate freedom with live music, vendors, food trucks, and a stunning fireworks finale.

D Boone Pittman Live Performance

1-5 p.m. — Puckett's Restaurant — No cover, tips appreciated — Experience the heartfelt sounds of Appalachia with award-winning songwriter D Boone Pittman.