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State Championship Wrestling: Summit sends 7 to Class AA semis; WillCo qualifies 20 overall for today's championship rounds
By Charles Pulliam • Sports Editor 
FRANKLIN – Luke Justice has taken on a big leadership role for the Summit High School wrestling team this year as the rugged, veteran senior. 
The 195-pounder capped a one-of-a-kind type of confidence-building day for the Spartans during the opening rounds of the TSSAA State Wrestling Championships Thursday at the Williamson County Ag Expo Center. Justice recorded a pin with only 31 seconds remaining in the third period after a big takedown against Maryville’s two-time returning medalist Thomas Stadel. 
See STATE WRESTLING for full story, photos and more! Watch for more coverage today and tomorrow! 
State Championship Wrestling: Here are the WillCo wrestlers to watch weight-by-weight
By Charles Pulliam • Sports Editor
FRANKLIN – Nine Williamson County Schools will be represented this week beginning Thursday at the 2023 TSSAA State Wrestling Championships with separate Class AA, Class A and Girls tournaments.
All the action will take place at the Williamson County Ag Expo Center in Franklin. More than 630 wrestlers from around the state will compete on the state’s biggest stage.
Williamson County is represented by 71 total wrestlers. 
See WEIGHT-BY-WEIGHT for full story. Watch for coverage beginning today from the Williamson County Ag Expo Center! 
Check out the pair of photo galleries from the first day of the State Wrestling Championships at the Williamson County Ag Expo Center!
See IMAGES for full photo galleries and more!
Welcome to the Williamson Herald’s 7th annual tribute to Black History Month
By Robert Blair
As we embark on the seventh year of producing the Williamson Herald’s annual “Salute to Black History Month” publication, I am excited to explore this year’s topic of conversation — the economic impact of African Americans in Franklin and throughout Williamson County. It’s recognized as being the richest county in Tennessee.
We pondered the thought: Is the Black community actively contributing to the economic impact in Franklin and Williamson County through businesses, home purchases and real estate, investments, providing jobs, creating economic opportunities, and spending dollars in our city and county.
See WELCOME for full story. 
African American church continues to offer spiritual guidance
By Stacey Watson for the Williamson Herald 
Each year at the African American Heritage Society’s Black Tie Affair, “Lift Every Voice and Sing” is sung in unison by attendees. Written by James Weldon Johnson, the hymn is often referred to as the Black National Anthem.
“Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us ... Sing a song full of hope that the present has brought us … “
The music is full of the wonder, beauty and resilience that represents the African American church in America. During the Civil War and Reconstruction Eras, the church created places for formerly enslaved persons to find the freedom to worship in community.
See SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE for full story. 
Franklin’s 'Fashion Icon' shares his story
By Coleman Bomar  
Locals know him as “The Best Dressed Man in Franklin,” while others call him the city’s own “Fashion Icon.” Few haven’t a clue who he is, but their heads would turn watching artist and fashion designer Isaac Ferguson make Main Street his runway.
Purple scarves, suits splattered green, black hats the length of one’s shoulders, feathers, gold-rimmed monocular sunglasses, long sweaters and a streamlined silhouette are all potential elements of an outfit by Ferguson. His city-wide fame has grown by word of mouth since moving to the area from Atlanta, Georgia, in 2021.
See FASHION ICON for full story. 
Hoops: Region 6-4A tournament heads for Hillsboro beginning today 
Herald Sports
NASHVILLE – The Region 6-4A high school basketball tournament begins Friday at Hillsboro High School featuring local teams from Franklin, Brentwood, Nolensville, Thompson’s Station and Spring Hill.
The Independence boys join host Hillsboro as the top seeds in the boys’ tournament, while Hillsboro and Columbia Central are the No. 1s on the girls’ side.
The region quarterfinals – elimination games – begin Friday at 4 p.m. at Hillsboro with all four girls’ games beginning with No. 2 Brentwood vs. No. 3 Ravenwood; No. 4 Overton vs. No. 1 Columbia at 5:30 p.m.; No. 2 Nolensville vs. No. 3 Franklin at 7 p.m. and No. 1 Hillsboro vs. No. 4 Independence at 8:30 p.m.
See REGION HOOPS for full story. Listen to live coverage on WAKM AM-950 and watch for stories and photos! 
Leadership Franklin now accepts applications for 26th class
Herald Reports
Leadership Franklin has announced that applications are now being accepted for its 26th class. 
The application may be found at http://www.leadershipfranklin.com/application. Completed applications are due on or before 5 p.m. on May 22. Questions regarding the application process may be directed to Paula Harris, executive director, at 615-491-6536 or leadershipfranklintn@gmail.com. 
Leadership Franklin is a nonprofit community leadership organization dedicated to educating, informing and empowering leaders to improve the quality of life in Franklin and Williamson County.
See LEADERSHIP FRANKLIN for full story. 
Applications to join Leadership Brentwood for Class of 2024 accepted through June 9
Herald Reports
Leadership Brentwood, a program to educate Brentwood area residents and others about the city and its leadership, is accepting applications through June 9 for the Class of 2024.
The presenting sponsor for this year’s Class of 2024 is Tractor Supply Company.
The program, now in its 32nd year, accepts 20 community leaders each year.  Participants are selected for the nine-month program on the basis of their demonstrated leadership abilities and commitment to the Brentwood community.
See LEADERSHIP BRENTWOOD for full story. 
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