Dylan Aycock

Dylan Aycock

Senior City Editor, NASHtoday

Dylan is based in Nashville, TN and has worked in local media since 2015. In her free time, she enjoys spending her weekends at the Belcourt Theatre and strolling through Centennial Park with her dog, Ranger.

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Business
Where to find The Peach Truck around Nashville this summer
Look forward to peach season every year? We have good news. The Peach Truck is gearing up to bring fresh, ripe peaches to Music City.
May 17, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A sketch rendering of an eight-story hotel with cars driving on the street.
Development
Hotel planned for Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood
The hotel would rise eight stories at 1500 3rd Ave. N. and include 4,000 sqft of commercial space.
May 16, 2024
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The John Siegenthaler Pedestrian Bridge spans the Cumberland River.
City
Mayor Freddie O’Connell delivers first State of Metro address
Mayor O’Connell’s State of Metro speech focused on four initiatives — the spending plan, the operating budget, transit funding, and the East Bank.
May 14, 2024
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A vendor set up for business inside a market-style building with a counter and display sign reading "Sweet Music City Candy Co."
Food
Two new dessert spots open at Nashville Farmers Market
Nosh Desserts and Sweet Music City Candy Co. are located inside the Market House.
May 14, 2024
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A plate with one biscuit sandwich made with fried chicken, egg, and melted cheese and a glass of orange juice out of focus in the background.
Food
Where to find fluffy, buttery biscuits in Nashville
Whether you prefer biscuits plain, smothered in gravy, or as a sandwich, you have options in Music City.
May 10, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A former church that transformed into a two-story brick commercial property with large windows.
Real Estate
The winners of Nashville’s 48th annual Preservation Awards
It wouldn’t be National Preservation Month without the Metropolitan Historical Commission’s annual celebration of local preservation efforts.
May 10, 2024
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Multiple rows of pews in a two-story music venue.
Culture
How to score $25 concert tickets in Nashville
Live Nation’s annual Concert Week is back through Tuesday, May 14. This year, 100+ Nashville concerts qualify for the $25 promotion — but tickets are going fast.
May 8, 2024
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Two cocktails sitting next to two food platters on a counter with a bar setup out of focus in the background.
Events
Calling all whiskey lovers: Your guide to Whiskey Week
Keep your spirits high at Middle Tennessee’s Whiskey Week, which kicks off Sunday, May 12.
May 8, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Rendering of a grey and tan residential building with a ground floor restaurant named "Culaccino" with cars and pedestrians in the foreground.
Food
Franklin Italian restaurant Culaccino is coming to Nashville
The eatery from Frank Pullara will arrive at Nashville Yards in summer 2025.
May 2, 2024
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A view of Uptown Charlotte's tall buildings, two apartment complexes and Bank of America Stadium from a high-rise in South End.
Live
Unwritten rules of Charlotte, NC
Tell us you’re from the Queen City without telling us you’re from the Queen City.
April 30, 2024
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Maria Delgado
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Culture
Trivia nights around Nashville
Assemble a team and head to trivia at these restaurants and breweries. Plus, help us add to this list.
April 30, 2024
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Culture
A look back at the Tennessee Centennial Exposition in 1897
The six-month celebration featured theme days, parades, and exhibits recognizing the state’s leading industries.
April 30, 2024
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A child ziplining in a wooded area with an adult standing on platform in the background.
Culture
Mother’s Day happenings in Nashville
Mom’s special day is coming up on Sunday, May 12. Show the mother figure in your life some love with these 10 happenings in Music City.
April 26, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A group of 12 ballet dancers performing on stage in "Nashville's Nutcracker."
Culture
Nashville Ballet leaps into new season with 6 productions
Led by Artistic Director Nick Mullikin, the new season offers timeless classics such as “Nashville’s Nutcracker” and “The Sleeping Beauty.”
April 22, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A close up image of a sign reading "local authors" at a bookstore.
Culture
Where to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Nashville
We rounded up local book events to attend on Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 27.
April 22, 2024
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Small Business
How to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day
This one’s a page turner.
April 22, 2024
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Sports
Nashville Kats are back to action in Music City
On November 1, 2023, the Arena Football League announced the highly anticipated return of the Nashville Kats for the 2024 season. Now, they’re ready to play.
April 18, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
Shop local: Nashville’s 2nd Avenue is open for business
Here’s where to shop, eat, and experience downtown Nashville as 2nd Avenue rebuilds through 2025.
April 16, 2024
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A blue bin with stacks of vinyl records.
Business
Where to celebrate Record Store Day in Nashville
Local record stores are celebrating the big day with special releases, live music, local eats, and more.
April 16, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A group of 10-12 people wearing white jerseys with blue and red stripes raising up their arms in a huddle.
Events
Here’s who’s playing the 2024 Rock N’ Jock Celebrity Softball Game
We won’t leave you hanging in the outfield. Jelly Roll, Riley Green, and more will play in this year’s celebrity softball game.
April 12, 2024
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Participants at last year's event sprawl out across the grass on blankets and in chairs.
Travel and Outdoors
All the free, eco-friendly fun you can have at Nashville Earth Day
The annual Earth Day event is hosted at Centennial Park’s Bandshell.
April 12, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A birds eye view of the Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival with vendor tents set up around the park.
Culture
Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival blooms downtown this weekend
The festival returns to Nashville’s Public Square Park — where beautiful cherry blossoms bloom every year — on Saturday, April 13.
April 10, 2024
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Radnor Lake in Nashville
Travel and Outdoors
State parks and natural areas to explore around Nashville
Hit the trails on your own time or bookmark upcoming events, including a night hike, backpacking trip, and caving adventure.
April 8, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
An upclose photo of two fish tacos covered in slaw with a plate of fries and two beers out of focus in the background.
Food
Asked: Nashville’s best brewery bites
The food is just as good as the beer at craft breweries across Nashville.
April 8, 2024
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View of the 2017 solar eclipse captured in Gordonsville, Tennessee on Aug. 21, 2017.
Events
Where to watch the April solar eclipse in Nashville
Music City isn’t in the path of totality this time (who remembers where they were on Aug. 21, 2017?), but the region will see 95% coverage at its peak.
April 6, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Two people standing in front of a mural reading "nashville looks good on you" with three number balloons reading "615."
Culture
Celebrating our birthday at NASHtoday
Happy birthday to us. We’re looking back on three years of bringing you Nashville’s top news and events.
April 4, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A red coffee mug reading "Tim Hortons" next to a plated donut.
Business
Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons expanding to Middle Tennessee
Plans are in the works for two Tim Hortons in Mt. Juliet — but the Volunteer State could be getting 40+ more locations in the years to come.
April 4, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Dwayne The Rock Johnson posed in fron of Tootsies in Nashville.
Culture
Did you know Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson called Nashville home?
The actor and WWE Superstar is back in the ring this weekend for WrestleMania 40. We’re looking back on his time in Music City.
April 2, 2024
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Food
Find perfectly golden bagels at these 8 spots in Asheville
For when you knead to know where to get the perfect breakfast.
April 2, 2024
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Standup comic Nate Bargatze holding a microphone onstage with thousands of phone lights illuminating from the audiance.
Culture
Nashville Comedy Festival celebrates 10 years of laughs
The festival brings together Nashville acts and national headliners for 10 days of comedy at Bridgestone Areana, Zanies, and other local venues.
March 29, 2024
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