Songwriter Series Brings Nashville Hitmakers to The Mulehouse

Issue #672

February 24, 2026

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🌦️ Columbia’s Tuesday Weather - Morning clouds followed by off & on rain showers w/ high of 60, low of 52

🎸 Songwriter Series Brings Nashville Hitmakers to The Mulehouse

🍔 In-N-Out Burger Opens Wednesday in Franklin

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

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Songwriter Series Brings Nashville Hitmakers to The Mulehouse

This will be an incredible show featuring legendary songwriting icons!

Get ready for hit after hit after hit as there are simply too many to list!

This beloved series has become a truly special experience, filled with heartfelt stories that take you on a journey from laughter to tears… and for a few magical hours, help you forget the world outside.

RAFE VAN HOY

Rafe Van Hoy, raised in Bristol, TN, and moved to Nashville in 1972. His first major hit, “Golden Ring” by George Jones & Tammy Wynette (1976), launched a prolific songwriting career, with 50–60 cuts per year for three years. Rafe’s songs include hits like “Baby I Lied” (Deborah Allen, 1983 Grammy nominee), “Friday Night Blues” (John Conlee), “I Wish That I Could Hurt That Way Again” (T. Graham Brown), “Old Flames Have New Names” (Mark Chesnutt), and “Somebody’s Gonna Love You” (Lee Greenwood).

BARRETT BABER

Barrett Baber’s creative instincts have allowed him to gain the respect of many industry taste makers. An Eastern Arkansas native, Baber grew up the son of a Southern Baptist Minister only a few miles from downtown Memphis TN. Growing up right outside of this culturally rich city, Baber was exposed to an array of musical influences ranging from Rock & Roll to The Blues which clearly shaped Baber as an artist. His soulful sound gained him national recognition as a finalist on season 9 of NBC's show, "The Voice".

"Nothin' On You", co-written by Baber, was recorded by Warner Bros artist, Cody Johnson and became the 2nd single off of his debut album. When Cody started looking for his next record, he didn't have to look far. Baber’s song, "God Bless The Boy (Cori's Song)" was released by Cody on his new album.

GARY CHAPMAN

Gary is an American contemporary Christian music singer-songwriter and former television talk show host. He has won seven Dove awards and five Grammy nominations as an artist! He also hosted TNN's flagship show and the Sam's Place series at the historic Ryman Auditorium. Along with Amy Grant, Gary wrote the iconic "Tennessee Christmas" song we all know and love!

Friday, February 27th
7:30 PM

In-N-Out Burger Opens Wednesday in Franklin

Columbia’s California transplants are undoubtedly excited for the latest In-N-Out Burger opening tomorrow in Franklin. And this one isn’t that far of a drive!

We know that some of our population might roll their eyes at the continuing signs of the “California invasion.” But… In-N-Out doesn’t have a fiercely loyal customer base for nothing. Once the initial crowds die down, you might want to give it a shot!

The new location in Franklin will follow the company’s longstanding commitment to fresh ingredients. Hamburger patties are made from 100% American beef, ground in-house from whole cuts and delivered fresh to restaurants multiple times each week — never frozen. Produce is prepared daily at each location, and fries are cut by hand from whole potatoes.

The Franklin restaurant, located at 1951 Double Double Drive, will be managed by Justin Temple, who brings two decades of experience with the company. Hiring is expected to begin in the coming months, with starting pay set at $17.50 per hour.

The restaurant will feature a single drive-thru lane, seating for 74 guests inside and a covered patio with space for 54 more. Hours of operation will be 10:30 a.m. to 1 a.m. daily, with extended hours until 1:30 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

In-N-Out Burger operates in California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Idaho and Tennessee. Founded by Harry and Esther Snyder, the company remains family-owned and does not franchise its restaurants.

Upcoming Local Events

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🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Tuesday, February 24
Songwriters Round – Whiskey Alley Saloon, 6–9 PM

Thursday, February 26
Todd Ciprian – Tito’s (Spring Hill), 6–9 PM
Rianna Marie – Whiskey Alley Saloon, 7:30–9 PM

Friday, February 27
Open Mic Night – Grinder’s Switch, 6–9 PM
Tommy Wheatley – Whiskey Alley Saloon, 7:30–9 PM
Brittany Elise – Puckett’s, 7:30–9 PM
The Mulehouse Songwriters Series – The Mulehouse, 7:30 PM
Backlit – Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8–11 PM

Saturday, February 28
Winter Series: The Bourbon Gospel – 7:30 PM
Resurrection – A Journey Tribute – The Mulehouse, 8 PM
Vintage Voltage – Gary’s Place, 8–11 PM
Rubiks Groove – Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8–11 PM


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