Getting ready for the new school year? Williamson County is holding a free backpack giveaway!

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Do you live in Williamson County and have a child heading to school?

This weekend you can help make this year a success with the Big Backpack Giveaway. Free backpacks and school supplies will be given from 9 a.m. to noon at the Williamson County Administrative Complex.

This is a drive-through event and will be available while supplies last.

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Woman earns college diploma after finding stability at Nashville's Strobel House

Talk about a hand-up that can change lives! This story that highlights Strobel House resident Johnnie Williams will remind you that there are services that can change an entire world for one person. After she found stable housing, she was able to graduate with a medical assistant diploma and a 4.0 GPA. Bravo Johnnie and bravo Strobel House!

- Rebecca Schleicher