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TO THE AREA Congratulations! You have chosen one of the most beautiful and prosperous areas in the country to live. Williamson County provides a high quality of life for its residents, no matter the town or city in which you may reside. This community is a thriving suburb south of Nashville. Nashville is also the state capital of Tennessee. Whether your move was across town or across country, moving into a new home is tough. This is your goto guide to help you and your family get acclimated to the community and settled into your new home. The articles and information in this magazine will help you get to know the area. The business advertisers in this magazine welcome you and look forward to providing the products and services you may be seeking as a new resident. We’re glad you’re here. Welcome home!
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CONTENTS Communities, Cities, & Towns Williamson County 6-7 Franklin 8-9 Brentwood 10 Nolensville 15 Spring Hill 17 Thompson’s Station 17 Fairview 18
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Getting Settled Top Rated School Systems 7 Getting Your Car Tags & Driver’s License 12-13 10 Tips for Settling Into Your New Home 14 Farmers Markets 16 Finding the Right Doctor 19 Immunization Requirements for Children 19 Regional & State Highlights WSM Tower – A Brentwood Landmark 11 Bowie Nature Park 18 Hunting & Fishing in Tennessee 20 Outdoor Adventures: Tennessee State Parks 21 Get in Touch. City, Town & State Contacts 22 Vol. 1, No. 1
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Williamson County Courthouse in downtown Franklin
Population: 226,257
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, TN 1320 W Main Street • Franklin, TN 37064 • 615-790-5700 • WilliamsonCounty-TN.gov
Williamson County, founded in 1799, was once a strategic battleground during the Civil War in 1864. More than 160 historical markers throughout the county note various events and structures including Civil War battles sites, historic church sites, and ancient Indian mounds. Today Williamson County is an economically thriving suburb of Nashville and Davidson County with over 226,000 residents and home to a growing number of corporate headquarters. The City of Franklin serves as the county seat with county offices located at 1320 Main Street. Most county departments are housed at the county offices in Franklin, including the County Mayor, County Clerk, Register of Deeds, and Property Assessor. Natchez Trace Parkway
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Notable historical attractions in the county include the Carnton and Carter House and the McGavock Confederate Cemetery, all located in Franklin. The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County is a nonprofit that works to preserve the historical and culturally rich areas that define Williamson County’s past. They provide educational programming to county school children and host seasonal festivals in downtown Franklin including Pumpkinfest and Dickens of a Christmas. The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department hosts more than 50 annual community events and manages fully equipped wellness centers and sports complexes in Brentwood, Nolensville,
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Franklin, Fairview, and Spring Hill plus satellite locations in Bethesda, College Grove, and Leiper’s Fork. This department also oversees a combination of 23 parks, trails, and athletic fields. Parks and Recreation staff manage adult and youth sports, summer youth camps, and therapeutic activities for youth and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, along with music and performing arts programs held at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center in Franklin. For more information: WCParksandRec.com Williamson County AgExpo Park and Arena is located on 110 acres in Franklin at 4215 Long Lane, or off I-65, exit #61. The Expo Center Arena is a 175,000 sq. ft. climate-controlled space with stadium- style seating for more than 4,100 people. The arena hosts livestock events and can be transformed for exhibitions, special events, and convention space on the main floor or the 35,000 sq. ft. mezzanine. The expo building also houses the Williamson County Extension office, 615-790-5721. The Williamson County Fair is held at the AgExpo Park and Arena in early August. For more information about the county fair call 615-794-4386 or go to WilliamsonCountyFair.org. For more information about the AgExpo Park call 615-595-1227 or WilliamsonCounty-TN.gov, go to Departments then to AgExpo Park.
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Williamson County School District has approximately 41,000 students enrolled, pre-school to 12th grade. The district oversees 48 schools including 10 high schools, 10 middle schools, 27 elementary schools, and one K-8 school. The school system holds an Exemplary designation, which is the highest ranking awarded by the state for academic growth and achievement. Its high school students consistently show academic excellence, testing well above the state’s average on the ACT test. The Franklin Special School District is a K-8 school system with 3,700 students enrolled. The district manages eight schools including four elementary schools, an intermediate school, a middle school, and a K-8 school. The district’s students scored in the top 10 of all Tennessee’s 147 schools districts in the TNReady achievement testing. Williamson County Schools 1320 W. Main Street • Franklin • 615-472-4000 • WCS.edu Franklin Special School District Central Office 507 New Highway 96 West • Franklin • 615-794-6624 • FSSD.org
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City of
FRANKLIN
Population: 70,908
109 Third Ave South • Franklin, TN 37064 • 615-791-3217 • FranklinTN.gov
Franklin is known for preserving its past and
strategically planning its future. For that reason, the city has garnered multiple awards and accolades including Best Southern Town and Top Business Friendly City. Its downtown once received the coveted Great American Main Street Award. The city, founded in 1799, is the county seat of Williamson County. History is part of the fabric here, making Franklin a favorite tourist destination. Civil War enthusiasts can tour the Battle of Franklin site, where there were more than 10,000 injuries and casualties. For a change of pace, you can survey the downtown’s Victorian architecture and explore the historically restored buildings like the Franklin Theatre at 419 Main. The theatre was recently renovated into a state-of-theart music venue and also hosts theatrical productions and movies. Historic Downtown Franklin
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encompasses 16 square blocks of antique and gift shops, restaurants, and clothing boutiques. Downtown is also the stage to several annual festivals including The Main Street Festival, Fourth of July celebration, PumpkinFest, and Dickens of a Christmas. To get a closer look at the city’s history, you can take a free self-guided walking tour, such as the African American Heritage tour or the Midnight Sun Scavenger Hunt. Brochures are available at the Visitors Center located at 400 Main Street or go to VisitFranklin.com. Residents looking for a modern shopping experience will enjoy the Cool Springs area with more than 200 restaurants, national chain stores, and the Cool Springs Galleria, home to 150 specialty shops and several department store chains. The Galleria is the largest shopping mall in Middle Tennessee.
Leiper’s Fork is an iconic community village in Williamson County comprised of quaint shops, art galleries, restaurants, and beautiful countryside. About 650 people live here, south of Franklin on Hwy. 46 off Natchez Trace Parkway. Live music is commonplace in Leiper’s Fork, and the locals are all about Southern hospitality.
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The city of Franklin offers several amenities for its residents. Bus and trolley service is available for a small fee provided by Franklin Transit. (FranklinTransit. org) The city also provides residential and commercial business garbage pick up, and residential recycling pickup. Adult and youth recreational sports are coordinated through the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department. (WCParksandRec.com) In addition, several independent youth sports associations manage teams such as the Franklin Baseball Club. (FBCbaseball.org) Youth football and cheerleading are managed by Franklin Cowboys. (FranklinCowboys.org) Grassland Athletic Association also organizes youth sports including baseball, basketball, softball, and volleyball. (PlayGrassland.com) Athletic fields are located at Jim Warren Park, Liberty Park, and Fieldstone Park. The City Parks Department hosts around 20 annual community events. They also maintain 18 parks with varying amenities like walking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, and fishing ponds. One of the most picturesque city parks is the 200acre Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 239 Franklin Road, which was once home to the World Grand Champion Tennessee Walking Horse, Midnight Sun. Here you’ll find a four-acre dog park, a three-acre catch and release fishing pond, a 5k soft turf track for walking or running, and an equestrian trail. In September Harlinsdale Farm is the stage for the annual Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival. Family Day is held here in November and is a free event with a petting zoo, hayrides, and farm festivities. For those wanting to explore nearby rivers and streams, the Harpeth River is a favorite waterway for canoeing, kayaking, or fishing. The river winds through Franklin and the city maintains several access points. Go to FranklinTN.gov for a listing of river access points plus additional City Parks Department information.
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BRENTWOOD
Population: 43,889
5211 Maryland Way, P.O. Box 788 • Brentwood, TN 37024 • 615-371-0060 • BrentwoodTN.gov
Meticulous visioning and planning describes
how city leaders of Brentwood have carefully preserved the community’s rolling pastureland and green spaces while welcoming residential and commercial growth. In the late 1960s when Interstate 65 was extended into Williamson County, community leaders realized growth and development was inevitable. They created a planned vision for Brentwood that would preserve the community’s character and beauty. When the city incorporated, April 15, 1969, the population was less than 5,000 people. Today over 43,000 residents call this Nashville suburb home. Brentwood’s seven-member elected commission oversees the city’s programs as well as appoints the mayor and vice mayor. The city manager and staff run the day-to-day operations. Residents can volunteer to serve on a city board or commission such as the Park Board, Historic Commission, the Library Board, or others. Find out how to get involved go to BrentwoodTN.gov. The city touts over 14 parks, plus greenways. Crockett Park, at 1500 Volunteer Pkwy., is the city’s second-largest park with athletic fields, picnic tables, restrooms, tennis courts, a disc golf course, and a large playground. The Eddy Arnold Amphitheater is located at Crockett Park and is the site of many Brentwood events and activities. The annual Brentwood Summer Concert Series and the annual 4th of July Celebration are held here each year. The park is also home to the Cool Springs House, a historic home event venue, and the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Indoor Soccer facility. Other park facilities include Deerpark Arboretum and Nature Center with walking trails, bike paths,
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ponds, and a nature center complex. Granny White Park has walking trails, a pavilion, tennis courts, and a playground. Tower Park is a 47-acre park with walking and biking trails and is home to Barkwood Dog Park with separate fenced areas. Smith Park is home to historic Ravenswood Mansion. The park has over six miles of rugged hiking trails ranging from easy to difficult with impressive vistas. There are also paved bike and walking trails, athletic fields, a picnic shelter, restrooms, and a playground. There are adult and youth recreational sports opportunities through the Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department (WCparksandrec.com). In addition, several independent youth sports associations coordinate youth league play. Brentwood Blaze (BrentwoodBlaze.org) offers summer camps for football and cheer, and team play in the fall for ages 5-12. Brentwood Ball Club (BrentwoodBallClub.com) organizes youth baseball and softball and meets at Civitan Park. Other sports league listings for soccer, tennis, and swimming can be found at BrentwoodTN.gov. The John P. Holt Brentwood Library is one of the premier municipal libraries in the state and is managed by the city. The library is located at 8109 Concord Rd. and is surrounded by a walking trail and arboretum. The library offers free borrowing privileges to Brentwood residents and property owners with a library card. Residents living outside of Brentwood may purchase a library card for a $50 annual fee. For more information about all the city services, parks, sports, and amenities go to BrentwoodTN.gov and follow city updates on social media sites including Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram.
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WSM TOWER
A Brentwood Landmark
The large red-and-white diamond shaped transmission tower, located on Concord Road, is the WSM-AM radio tower. WSM radio is known for broadcasting the Grand Ole Opry. It has been a part of the Brentwood landscape since 1932 and is one of the oldest operating broadcast towers in the United States. In 1931 WSM was federally designated as one of 14 national clear channels and was granted the ability to reach 40 states and transmit at full power at night. Today, the WSM Tower stands 808 feet tall and was once the tallest structure in the United States when it was 878 feet tall. The tower’s size was reduced in 1939 so transmission could reach Chattanooga. The site was specifically chosen for its deep bedrock, needed to support the massive tower. Near the tower is a Colonial Revival-style broadcasting station known as the Tower Tuning House, also built in 1932. The site was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2011.
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GETTING YOUR CAR TAGS The County Clerk’s office handles motor vehicle registration and renewal. In Williamson County, the office is located at 1320 W. Main Street, Suite 135, Franklin, TN 37064 • 615-790-5712 WilliamsonCounty-TN.gov/166/Motor-Vehicles Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
SECURING VEHICLE TAGS FOR THE FIRST TIME Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting your vehicle tags and registration. Step 1 Vehicle emissions test: Williamson County requires a vehicle emissions test before registering your vehicle at the County Clerk’s office. Take your vehicle to an emissions testing station, (locations listed next column) and present your current vehicle registration. The emissions test is $9. Step 2 Take the following documents to the County Clerk’s office at 1320 W. Main Street in Franklin: • A passed Tennessee emissions test certificate • Proof of your identification such as a driver’s license, passport, original birth certificate, military identification card. Or take two of the following: a work check stub with your full name, social security card, health insurance card, or IRS tax forms • The vehicle’s out-of-state title or if there is a lien, the name and mailing address of the lien holder • Current out-of-state vehicle registration
CAR TAG RENEWAL KIOSK LOCATIONS: Annually, the County Clerk’s office will mail you a car tag renewal notification. You may take the renewal document to a local kiosk to renew your tags and receive a decal to put on your license plate. Car tags and wheel tax are renewable annually for $54.75 per vehicle. Kiosk stations are located throughout the county at the following recreation centers to conveniently renew your tags. • Brentwood Sports Complex • Fairview Recreation Center • Franklin Recreation Center • Longview Recreation Center • Nolensville Recreation Center AREA EMISSIONS TESTING SITES Hours: Mon - Tue 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Wed - Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Brentwood 273 Wilson Pike Circle, Brentwood 37027 Franklin 1005 Merylinger Ct., Franklin 37067 Murfreesboro 1211 Salem Park Ct., Murfreesboro 37130 Smyrna 271 Weakley Lane, Smyrna 37167 (Closed Saturdays) For a listing of additional locations go to: TNvip.org/locations
• The initial fee to register your vehicle and secure a car tag is $65.75, plus an additional $11 if there is a lien on the vehicle.
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& DRIVER’S LICENSE Whether you are a new resident or returning to the state, you must obtain a Tennessee driver’s license within 30 days after establishing residency. New residents may visit any Tennessee full-service Driver’s Service Center (see area locations next column) to get a new driver’s license.
AREA FULL-SERVICE DRIVER SERVICES CENTERS Hours: 8:30 am- 5:00 pm • Franklin Center 3830 Carothers Parkway, Franklin 37067
GETTING YOUR DRIVER’S LICENSE You will need to take with you the following documents: • Current state driver’s license
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• Proof of name change, if different, such as a marriage certificate or divorce decree • Social Security card or sworn affidavit if no Social Security number has been issued • Two (2) proofs of Tennessee residency with your name and physical home address such as an electric, gas, cable or utility bill, mailed bank statement, rent or mortgage documents, motor vehicle registration, or a current homeowner’s, life, or health insurance policy A complete list of additional accepted documents is posted here: TN.gov/content/tn/safety/driver-services/dlproof. At the time of application, all new residents must surrender their out-of-state license and take a vision test. If you are relocating from a foreign country, you may retain your country’s license; however, you are required to take the full battery of tests including vision test, knowledge exam, and road skills test. All road skills tests appointments are scheduled in advance online at DL.Safety.tn.gov. For more information about a Tennessee driver’s license and services such as learner permits and graduated licenses for teen drivers, motorcycle licenses, and commercial licenses, go to TN.gov/Driver-Services.
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• Nashville/Hickory Hollow Center 5216 Hickory Hollow Parkway, Antioch 37013
• Nashville/Downtown Center William R. Snodgrass Building, 3rd Floor 312 Rosa Parks Ave. Entrance to the Driver’s Services Center is on 7th Ave. across from War Memorial Auditorium between Charlotte Ave. and Union St.
Helpful Hint: Allow up to two hours or more to get your driver’s license, as there is typically a lengthy wait at most centers. The best time to go is in the morning when the center opens. Service Centers typically do not accept customers in the late afternoon if others are waiting.
REGISTER TO VOTE
You may register to vote at either the County
Clerk’s office or a driver’s services center. You can also pick up a Voter’s Registration Application at any public library or election commission office, and once completed, mail it to the election commission. Williamson County Election Commission 1320 West Main Street, Suite 140 Franklin, TN 37064 • 615-790-5711 WilliamsonCounty-tn.gov/40/Election-Commission
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10 TIPS FOR SETTLING INTO YOUR NEW HOME Relocation, whether you are moving across town or across the country, is stressful. Here are several helpful strategies and reminders to make settling into your new home and community a bit smoother.
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Identify a local physician, dentist, and eye doctor and schedule a get-acquainted appointment. Once established, contact your previous medical providers and request your files be transferred to your new doctors.
Contact the local parks and recreation department or sports leagues about camps and sports teams you and your children might join.
Say hello! Meet your neighbors and build a good rapport with the folks who live on your street or in your apartment complex.
Review your insurance policies including homeowner’s, renter’s, and vehicle insurance. Make sure you are adequately covered and your agent has your new contact information.
Recycle your moving boxes at a local Williamson County Convenience Center. Go online to WilliamsonCounty-TN.gov/1846/Convenience-Centers for map of locations and a list of accepted recyclables.
Spend time in your new home locating the fuse box, water main, heating and cooling systems, and automatic sprinkler system controls. Take time to learn the basic operation of each. Also, check or install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Make sure each has working batteries and is operational.
Complete a change of address with the post office as well as with your credit cards, investments, and insurance policies.
Register your children at their new school. If you have time, volunteer at your child’s school and get to know other parents.
Visit the local library and get a library card for every family member.
Relax and be a tourist for a day. Stop by the Williamson County Visitors Center located at 400 Main Street, #200 in downtown Franklin. There you’ll find regional attraction information and a Tennessee Vacation Guide and state map.
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NOLENSVILLE 7218 Nolensville Rd. • Nolensville, TN 37135 615-776-3633 • NolensvilleTN.gov • Population: 11,097
William Nolen, a Revolutionary War veteran, founded Nolensville in 1797. He and his wife Sarah and their five children were heading west when their wagon wheel broke. While stranded, Nolen saw the area had rich soil, game to hunt, and a good water source from Mill Creek. He decided to settle here with his family, and the town was later named after him, as Nolensville. Today the small-town charm, high-caliber schools, and proximity to Nashville have been credited to the population doubling over the last eight years. Community amenities include Nolensville Park located along Mill Creek, near the historic downtown. The park has athletic fields, a dog park, a playground, and a walking trail. Parents may sign up their child for organized sports through Williamson County Parks and Recreation (WCParksandRec.com) or Nolensville Youth
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Athletics (Playnya.com). Sports offered include softball, baseball, soccer, football, cheer, and basketball. In mid-April, Nolensville celebrates spring with the Buttercup Festival downtown. This event features pageants, live music, food trucks, and vendors. The Veterans Day Parade is celebrated in November on Veterans Day or the first Saturday before and honors local servicemen and women. Independence Day is celebrated at Nolensville Park usually on the Saturday before July 4th with live music, food trucks, and fireworks. The volunteer-run Nolensville Community Events committee manages these townsponsored festivals. Residents are welcome to serve on the Community Events committee or other town groups including the Design Review, Economic Development, and Trails and Trees committees. Go to NolensvilleTn.gov for more information.
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FARMERS MARKETS OFFER LOCALLY GROWN PRODUCE & MORE Middle Tennessee residents can choose from an abundant selection of farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods, and preserves at area farmers markets. With over 100 farmers markets selling farmfresh foods state-wide, residents can enjoy the healthy goodness of farm to table fare. You can also venture out to an orchard or farm and “pick-it” yourself. Pick Your Own farms are listed on PickTNProducts.org. Area farmers markets are typically open mid-May to late October. Check hours before going at PickTNProducts.org or on the markets’ social media or website. Williamson County Farmers Markets East Franklin Farmers Market, Liberty Park, 2080 Turning Wheel Lane, Franklin, Sat., 9 am - 2 pm Franklin Farmers Market, The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, Sat., 8 am - 1 pm Nolensville Farmers Market, Historic School, 7248 Nolensville Rd., Nolensville, Sat., 8 am - 12 pm Leiper’s Fork Farmers Market, 4348 Old Hillsboro Rd., Leiper’s Fork, 4th Thurs., 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm Spring Hill Farmers Market, Harvey Park, 4001 Miles Johnson Pkwy., Spring Hill, Thurs., 2 pm – 6 pm Westhaven Farmers Market, 401 Cheltenham Ave., Franklin, Wed., 3 pm - 7 pm Thompson’s Station Farmers Market, Thompson’s Station, Thurs. 4 pm – 7 pm. Location TBD. TSFarmersMarket.org Grow Your Own If you would like to grow your own fruits and vegetables, the Williamson County Extension office is a great resource. The office is located at the Williamson County AgExpo Park Arena, 215 Long Lane #200, Franklin, 37064. Call 615-790-5721 or online: Extension.Tennessee.edu/Williamson.
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SPRING HILL Rippavilla Plantation in Spring Hill 199 Town Center Parkway, P.O. Box 789 • Spring Hill, TN 37174 • 931-486-2252 SpringHillTn.org • Population: 40,436 Photo: TN Tourism
Spring Hill is in the southern section of the county and is located in both Williamson and Maury Counties. Native Americans once hunted on the land, including tribes from the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Shawnee. Today, historic mansions, churches, and plantations still stand, serving as a reminder of the early settlers who arrived with land grants. The most notable plantation is Rippavilla Plantation, built in 1855. The plantation offers tours of the 10,000 sq. ft. mansion, barns, and a slave cabin, all situated on 100 acres of rolling hills. Adjacent to the mansion is the Civil War site of the Battle of Spring Hill and Civil War cemeteries. Residents can enjoy plenty of green spaces to play, relax, or exercise at one of the city’s five parks, all with various amenities. The 30-acre Port Royal Park is the city’s largest park, with an ADA accessible playground, a splash pad with water spray features, concessions, restrooms, football and soccer fields, tennis and basketball courts, a walking path, picnic pavilions, and an amphitheater with seating for movie
nights. The Walnut Street Skate Park is designed for skateboards, inline skates, BMX and freestyle bicycles, and non-motorized scooters. The Spring Hill Library is located at 144 Kedron Parkway in Spring Hill. Any resident of Williamson or Maury County may access the library’s services. Getting your child involved with a sports team is simple with several youth leagues that offer local competitive team play for ages 4-18. • Spring Hill Lions Club, SpringHillTNLionsClub.org: baseball and softball • South Williamson Athletics, SWATN.org: baseball, softball, basketball, and volleyball • Spring Hill Hawks, SpringHillHawks.com: football, flag football, and cheerleading The city provides residential and commercial trash pickup throughout the community. The city contracts with Waste Management that provides weekly curbside garbage pickup. Recyclables are collected every other week on the same day garbage is collected. For more information go to SpringHillTn.org.
THE TOWN of THOMPSON’S STATION
Thompson’s Station boasts more than 300 acres of parks, leading the county in preserving open spaces. The Sarah Benson Park has miles of jogging trails, a playground, pavilions, and a stage for special events. Alexander Trail connects to Heritage Park and is a bike friendly trek. Nutro Dog Park was built by the Town and Mars Petcare. Take water for you and your pet, as there is no water access. Other parks include Heritage Park with baseball fields and wooded walking trails.
Youth and adult sports leagues are organized through South Williamson Athletics (SWATN.org). The league offers team play for baseball, basketball, softball, and volleyball. In an effort to support a high quality of life, the town has received several grants to interconnect area park trails and add paved trails connecting schools and subdivisions. For more information, go to Thompsons-Station.com.
1550 Thompson’s Station Road West, P.O. Box 100 • Thompson’s Station, TN 37179 615.794.4333 • Thompsons-Station.com • Population: 4,726
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CITY OF
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7100 City Center Way • Fairview, TN 37062 • 615.799.2484 • Fairview-TN.org • Population: 8,002
Fairview is located in the northwest region of
Williamson County. In the 1950s when Nashville started to grow, so did the Fairview community, prompting community leaders to incorporate the city in 1959. The city manages park facilities including the Fairview Park and Recreation Complex, 2714 Fairview Blvd. W., with an outdoor pool, football and soccer
THE CROWN JEWEL OF FAIRVIEW Bowie Nature Park is managed by the city’s parks department and has 700 acres of forest, fishing lakes and 17 miles of wooded trails designated for mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking. The park sponsors numerous nature activities including festivals, guided hikes, stargazing, and nature-themed learning programs for children. The nature center
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fields, playground, and walking trails. In addition, four baseball fields are located at Fairview Ball Park, 214 Hwy. 96 West. A public fishing lake, walking trails, and picnic areas can be enjoyed at Veterans Memorial Park. The annual Fishing Rodeo is held here in June. Fairview is home to several outdoor recreation areas including the Natchez Trace Parkway that runs near Fairview’s city-center.
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features exhibits, a discovery room, and hands-on learning classrooms. The Treehouse Playground is a favorite area of the park with a multi-level tree-house style structure featuring tunnels, ladders, and bridges to explore. Bowie Nature Park is located at 7211 Bowie Lake Road. For more information, go online BowiePark.org or call 615-799-5544.
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FINDING THE RIGHT DOCTOR Relocating to a new home is a busy and stressful time. While there are many tasks to do as you get settled, identifying a health care provider is essential. Waiting until you’re sick may force you to turn over serious treatment decisions to a doctor you don’t know and doesn’t know you. As you look for a doctor, keep these attributes in mind: Trust. You must trust your doctor’s advice about your healthcare. Communication. Having a doctor you understand and who understands your concerns is vital. Availability. Your new healthcare provider should be accessible, with his/her office near your new home or your work. In-Network. Is the physician you’re considering “in-networkâ€? for your health insurance plan? Other considerations include: • Is the doctor practicing alone or in a group? • Can he/she admit patients to the hospital you’d prefer? • Is the doctor part of a health maintenance organization (HMO), and what restrictions apply? Before making a decision, find out if the doctor is accepting new patients. You may also want to inquire about office hours, availability on weekends, nursing staff support, how quickly can you get an appointment when ill, and how willing the doctor is to refer patients to a specialist. After deciding on your first choice, set up an orientation appointment. Inform the staff that this is your first visit. Take with you a list of any medicines you are taking and information about family medical history as well as your own. Following the visit, if you feel compatible with the doctor, have your medical records forwarded to his/her office. If this is not the medical provider for you, make an appointment with your second choice. When you are sick, you are more likely to contact a doctor with whom you are comfortable and have built a relationship, and to follow his/her advice.
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You need to know...Immunization Requirements for Children Families new to Tennessee are required to have your child’s immunization records transferred to a Tennessee Certificate for daycare, pre-school, head start, school, or college. Parents may bring your child’s current immunization records to the health department or submit them online. You will be contacted when the certificate is ready to be picked up. The Tennessee Department of Health immunization requirements can be found online: TN.gov/health/cedep/immunization-program/. If you have questions, contact the health department at 615794-1542 or go to the Williamson County Health Clinic at 1324 W. Main Street in Franklin, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday.
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HUNTING & FISHING IN TENNESSEE The Volunteer state offers numerous locations to get outdoors and enjoy fishing in one of the many public access lakes and rivers, or hunting in one of the public Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) or refuges. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) manages nearly 100 WMA and refuges varying from 53 to 625,000 acres, all available for public hunting and trapping. Fishing is a year-round sport in Tennessee with 29 major reservoirs and 19,000 miles of streams. Nearby lakes in the Middle Tennessee region include Percy Priest Lake, Tims Ford Reservoir, Dale Hollow Lake, and Old Hickory Lake. Tennessee lakes have around 320 species of fish, with bass, crappie, sunfish, and catfish as some of the most common fish caught. Go to TN.gov/twra/Fishing for a comprehensive list of lakes, rivers and streams, public access boat ramps, and bank fishing locations. Thousands of acres of public hunting lands are available for Tennessee’s hunters. Before you go on your first hunt, a basic hunter’s education course is
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required for anyone, aged 10 and older. Common game includes squirrel, turkey, waterfowl, deer, rabbit, black bear, and raccoon. Go to TWRA website, TN.gov/twra/Hunting, for dates and regulations on specified hunting seasons and quotas. Getting your license You may secure a hunting and a fishing license with a valid Tennessee Driver’s License or State of Tennessee issued photo identification by going to GoOutdoorsTennessee.com or at a TWRA office or vendor. Your residency will be verified through the Tennessee Department of Safety’s online system. Ages 13-15 need to have a junior hunt/fish license. Ages 16-64 require an adult license. Children aged 13 and under can fish without a license. Go to GoOutdoorsTennessee.com, Licensing and select Enroll Now to start the online application process. For more information call 615-781-6500 or email Ask.TWRA@TN.gov.
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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Tennessee State Parks • TNStateParks.com • 615-532-0001
The state’s department of parks manages 56
state parks throughout Tennessee, each brimming with natural beauty, historic sites, and cultural
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resources. Tennessee State Parks do not charge an entrance fee; however, fees may be charged for various park activities and rentals. Here are a few nearby parks you may want to explore.
Henry Horton State Park is home to the Buford Ellington Championship Golf Course, touted as one of the finest courses in the state. This challenging course measures 5,625 yards from the Forward tees and 7,060 yards from the Championship tees. The park has camping (RV & backcountry), a 68-room inn, and rental cabins. Other amenities include an Olympic sized swimming pool, a trap and skeet range, and an 18-hole disc golf course, plus hiking, biking, and fishing in the Duck River. Henry Horton is located southwest of Williamson County in Chapel Hill.
Radnor Lake State Park is located four miles north of Brentwood. This 1,368-acre park is a favorite for hiking and wildlife viewing. At the Barbara J. Mapp Aviary Education Center, visitors can observe non-releasable birds of prey and attend educational programming. Photo: Holly Eaves
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Long Hunter State Park has a two-mile paved trail where visitors can walk around Couchville Lake, perfect for strollers and wheelchairs. Couchville is a 110-acre tranquil lake and is great for fishing and all types of paddle boating. Park amenities including picnic tables and pavilions, seasonal kayak, jon boat, canoe rentals, primitive camping, and mountain biking at the Bryant Grove Recreation Area. Long Hunter State Park boarders J. Percy Priest Lake, a 14,000-acre reservoir and one of the area’s favorite recreational boating and fishing lakes.
TAKE A DRIVE ON NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAY The Parkway is a national scenic trail that travels 444 miles from Natchez, Mississippi to Nashville, Tennessee and is managed by the National Park Service. This scenic drive follows the route traveled for centuries by tradesmen and Native Americans. The Trace passes through Williamson County in Franklin (Birdsong Hollow and Hwy. 96) where the double arched bridge is an iconic part of this roadway. This scenic route is classified as one of six “All American Roads.” Find out how you can explore wildlife, nature, cycling, horseback riding, and camping throughout the 52,000-acres of the Natchez Trace Parkway at NPS.gov/NatchezTrace.
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CITY, TOWN & STATE CONTACTS WILLIAMSON COUNTY 615-790-5700 WilliamsonCounty-TN.gov Sheriff’s Department (non-emergency) 615-790-5560 Rescue Squad (volunteer fire & rescue) 615-790-5821 Parks & Recreation 615-790-5766 County Health Dept. 615-794-1542 Fairview Clinic 615-799-2389 County Clerk 615-790-5766 Marriage License, Notary, Public Records, Motor Vehicle Tag, Title and Registration, Watercraft Registration, & Business Licenses Election Commission 615-790-5711 Animal Center/Adopt 615-790-5590 Franklin 615-791-3217 FranklinTN.gov Police (non-emergency) 615-794-2513 Fire Dept. (non-emergency) 615-794-3411 Parks Dept. 615-794-2103 Garbage Pickup & Recycling 615-794-1516 Brentwood 615-371-0060 BrentwoodTN.gov Police Dept. (non-emergency) 615-371-0160 Fire & Rescue (non-emergency) 615-371-0170 Parks & Recreation 615-371-0080 Nolensville 615-776-3633 NolensvilleTN.gov Public Works (road maintenance) 615-776-6682 Police Dept. (non-emergency) 615-776-3640 Fire Dept. (non-emergency) 615-776-5050 Spring Hill 931-486-2252 SpringHillTN.org Police Dept. (non-emergency) 931-486-2632 Fire Dept. (non-emergency) 931-486-3270 Parks & Recreation 931-487-0027 Garbage Pickup & Recycling 931-270-9914 Thompson’s Station 615-794-4333 Thompsons-Station.com Police: Williamson Co. Sherriff’s Office 615-790-5560 Fire: Williamson Co. Rescue Squad 615-790-5821
STATE OF TENNESSEE - TN.gov For a listing of all state agencies go to: TN.gov/Directory Department of Health TN.gov/Health 615-741-3011 Immunizations, family health and wellness, disease prevention, medical licensing, health related abuse, and health records Department of Human Services TN.gov/HumanServices 615-313-4700 Adult protective services, child support, food stamps (SNAP), disability services, adult day care, and childcare services State Board of Education TN.gov/SBE 615-741-2966 Oversees the state pubic and charter schools K-12 Tennessee Board of Regents – Higher Ed. TBR.edu 615-366-4400 Oversees 40 community and technical colleges Tennessee State Museum 1000 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville TN.gov/Museum 615-741-2692 TN history exhibits from 13,000 BC, Native American Indians, Civil War, WWI, and WWII to present day. Free Tennessee State Parks TNstateparks.com 615-532-0001 Manages 56 state parks Tourist Development TN.gov/Tourism 615-741-2159 Request a TN Vacation Guide Veterans Services TN.gov/Veteran 615-741-2345 Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255 Assistance with employment, education, business start-up, state and federal benefits Employment listings: TN.gov/Employment
Fairview Fairview-TN.org 615-799-2484 Police Dept. (non-emergency) 615-799-2431 Fire Dept. (non-emergency) 615-799-3473 Parks Dept. 615-799-5544
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