Good morning, Hendersonville.

Long Hollow Church will host Launch Night: Fall 2025 on August 6th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at two sites (1200 Hartsville Pike in Gallatin) and (3031 Long Hollow Pike in Hendersonville).

Families can enjoy food trucks, lawn games, ministry booths and student service for grades 6 to 12 starting at 6:30 p.m.

This weekend in Sumner County, five events are planned including a mosaic stepping stone craft class on August 2 at The Artistan Hatchery in Gallatin, a 60-minute hymn service on Friday at The Palace Theater in Gallatin, and an Edgar Allan Poe speakeasy in Hendersonville (held at Lighthouse on the Lake) running on August 1 and 2. The Hendersonville Performing Arts Center presents a Dreamcatcher Cabaret on August 2, and Bagsby Ranch in Gallatin hosts a Boots & BBQ fundraiser featuring Grammy Award winner John Berry to support veteran arts.

The Tsuru-Hendersonville Friendship Committee invites locals to attend a free report on the student delegation trip to Japan on Aug.

2 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Community Room of the Hendersonville Public Library at 140 Saundersville Road+ the event will share firsthand accounts from the delegation.

Tomorrow Aug. 2, the Associates of Vietnam Veterans of America will host a Jewelry Extravaganza at Saundersville United Methodist Church on E.

Main Street in Hendersonville from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with all proceeds supporting local veterans and their families.

Linda McBride has enjoyed a fulfilling life in Hendersonville where she works at the public library—engaging with visitors, leading BINGO sessions, and embracing daily routines with her family and two playful puppies.

At 79, she overcomes challenges like breast cancer and caregiving while staying active and connected in the community.

Elizabeth Caldwell, a Hendersonville student, was awarded an $8,500 Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship from the nation's oldest collegiate honor society — she is one of 48 nationwide recipients and earned her bachelor's degree in genetics from Clemson University.

The Hendersonville Fire Department released its first annual report this month—showing key achievements from the 2024-25 fiscal year and setting future goals.

Fire Chief Scotty Bush said the report details new recruit hires—improved response times and plans to update equipment, firefighter training, and safety gear.

County Mayor John Isbell addressed a full house on July 25 at Good Morning Gallatin at The Station to present the FY 2025-26 budget, which shows roughly $118.5M in revenue and $119.2M in expenditures with no tax increase—unused funds are returned by county departments each year.

He also detailed upcoming road projects, new EMS stations, a new health center in Hendersonville, flood mitigation plans near Highway 25, and urged residents to participate in the upcoming elections.

20th Annual HEAT Kids Triathlon

7-10 a.m. — Sumner County Family YMCA — Check website for registration fee — Young triathletes aged 6-15 race through swimming, biking, and running in this spirited community event.

AUGUST Summer Songwriter Night

5-11 p.m. — Sanders Ferry Parks — Free entry — Gather with friends and enjoy a night of music under the setting sun.