Skylar

Skylar Webb

Senior City Editor

Skylar is based in Nashville, TN. After graduating from the University of Missouri – Columbia’s broadcast journalism program in 2020 (and a stint in New York City with NBC News before that), Skylar moved to Kansas City, MO to help launch KCtoday. When she’s not writing, you can find Skylar flipping through racks at the thrift store, catching a late-night concert, or frequenting a vibey East Nashville cocktail bar.

Over 10 flamingos stand in water in front of the camera lens as four people stand on the other side of a fence looking at them.
Culture
Spring into warm weather with these Nashville Zoo happenings
From what’s returning this month, top tips, and upcoming events — here’s how to make the most out of your visit this spring.
March 6, 2024
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Events
SEC Men’s Basketball dribbles back into Nashville with a fan fest
The annual tournament returns downtown March 13-17, and you don’t need tickets to cheer on the student athletes as they battle it out for the championship title.
March 6, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A wooden bar housing an espresso machine with dark green tile backdrop. Two chairs and a small table sit in front of it.
Business
Drift Nashville opens in the growing East Bank neighborhood
Have guests coming into town? The hotel and dining destination is ~10 minutes from the Nashville International Airport.
March 4, 2024
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Skylar Webb
An aerial view in 1988 shows the Maxwell House Hotel between two roadways. In the top middle to left of the photograph, you can make out the blue roof of the Fountain Square mall site sitting along the Cumberland.
City
How Nashville’s first master-planned business park adapted to a changing city
MetroCenter dates back to 1971, when plans for its development were unveiled. Years later, the business park finally hit its stride — here’s the story from its conception to today.
March 4, 2024
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Nine city leaders stand on stage in hard hats with small shovels in their hand as they dig into a pile of dirt.
Sports
Tennessee Titans break ground on new Nissan Stadium
The dig of shovels on Thursday, Feb. 29 signaled the start of what will become the new $2.1 billion enclosed stadium by 2027.
February 29, 2024
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A red and white checkered tablecloth covers a table with a plate of steak and separate plate of rolls, salad, and onion rings.
Food
Five food challenges to try around Nashville
Your eyes might be bigger than your stomach, but you won’t know until you feast on these challenges on your quest to be crowned the ultimate foodie.
February 27, 2024
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A small, white, brick home that comes to three triangular points in the middle and on the two sides. It has an arched doorway and is surrounded by a white pickett fence.
Real Estate
Spotting revival-style architecture in Nashville
We’re diving into the fourth installation of Metro’s Old House Series and uncovering the history of revival-style homes in Nashville, as well as where to find some for sale today.
February 27, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A look down Broadway at night as people walk through the crosswalk and cars are stalled on the street. You can see Robert's Wester World, Jack's Bar-B-Que, and The Stage neon signs clearly on the exterior of the buildings.
Culture
Best places to have a good cry around Nashville
Who’s choppin’ onions in here?
February 23, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A set table with a plate filled with country fried porkchop and a half lemon and a side of mashed potatoes out of focus.
Food
Over 50 eateries participating in Nashville’s Restaurant Week
Bon appétit, Nashville. The annual event returns on the heels of Dine Nashville: The Music City Way, a month full of chef collaborations.
February 21, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A view of downtown Nashville from the roadway level.
Live
25 historic street names in Nashville
Nashville has 200+ years of history. In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
February 20, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A classic yellow margarita sits in a rocks glass on an empty marble table with a lime garnish on top.
Food
Celebrate National Margarita Day, Nashville style
Sip on our six margarita suggestions.
February 19, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A pink orchid-like flower is in full bloom in front of the camera lens and you can faintly make out the downtown Nashville skyline and Cumberland River in the background.
Live
Spring 2024 weather forecast for Nashville
Prepare for spring weather in Nashville, TN with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
February 19, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
A close up of multiple neon bar signs on Broadway on the exterior of buildings.
Real Estate
Morgan Wallen to open This Bar in Downtown Nashville
The addition to Lower Broadway is expected to open this summer at 107 4th Ave. N., which is adjacent to Ryman Auditorium.
February 15, 2024
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Skylar Webb
Three purple WeGo busses are parked in an empty lot downtown with the Downtown Nashville skyline in the background and clear skies.
Travel and Outdoors
Transit funding referendum to appear on Nashville’s November ballot
Nashvillians can anticipate plan and funding details in the coming weeks, as well as opportunities for public input.
February 15, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A race car driver in uniform pumps his fist in the air on top of his blue and orange race car in front of a small stage that says "Victory Circle" as confetti falls around him.
Sports
IndyCar moves from downtown to Nashville Superspeedway in 2024
Nashville Superspeedway will be the first oval in a decade to decide an NTT IndyCar Series championship when it hosts the race in September, according to organizers.
February 14, 2024
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Food
Asked: Which closed Chattanooga businesses do you miss most?
Chattanooga has seen its fair share of restaurant closures and subsequent takeovers. We want to know which closed businesses you still dream about.
February 13, 2024
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Kristen Templeton
Multiple tables have menus and tablescapes made from flowers on them. Some have colorful pendant lights with tassels hanging over them. Green ivy hangs from the ceiling and the columns in the center of the room are wrapped in colorful paper.
Events
Find this Alice in Wonderland-themed pop-up in Downtown Nashville
Venture down the rabbit hole, or to the lower level of Noelle, for two themed experiences — a culinary journey and a pop-up bar.
February 13, 2024
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A view looking down the middle of a Downtown Franklin street at sunset with green trees, shops, and cars lining each side. You can make out Franklin banners on the light posts and the marquee sign for Gray's.
Culture
Local Love event offers special discounts for Williamson County shoppers
Head to downtown Franklin this Valentine’s Day for the inaugural event, which features discounts from as many as 30 local retailers.
February 12, 2024
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Skylar Webb
An open metal contraption the size of a small SUV sits on a blue placemat on six wheels.
Culture
NASA model lands at Adventure Science Center soon
The new exhibit opens on Saturday, June 1 in addition to other updates.
February 9, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A view down the sidewalk of Downtown Gallatin showing an awning of a business, two sets of outdoor patio furniture, and a neon sign reading "Swaney-Swift Gifts and Prescriptions."
Live
Guide: Plan your visit to Gallatin, Tennessee
From local restaurants and shops to a focus on outdoor recreation, there’s more to Gallatin than meets the eye.
February 9, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A rendering depicts a skinny and tall brick build between Merchants and Nudie's Honky Tonk with an illuminated, arched white entrance next to and behind the Merchants building with two rooftop spaces.
Real Estate
Spring opening set for Nashville’s Jon Bon Jovi bar
The artist is one of several musicians with branded Lower Broadway bars on the horizon, including Luke Combs and Eric Church.
February 7, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A view of a moody downtown skyline in darker hues of blue from a skyscraper's window. You can make out Broadway, the We Work building, and the Batman Building.
City
Nashville lands top spot on Milken Institute’s Best Performing Cities
See how Nashville stacks up against other large metros + how it earned its ranking on the annual report.
February 7, 2024
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The exterior of the renovated McConnell House, which features red brick throughout and five windows on the second level. The entrance is covered by a flat awning held up by four brick pillars matching the building's facade.
Culture
The Moore-Morris History and Cultural Center opens in downtown Franklin
The new addition is said by leaders to be Williamson County’s first interactive exhibition space dedicated to telling its comprehensive countywide history.
February 5, 2024
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Skylar Webb
Long soft pretzels and pita chips sit on a wooden serving board with a small cast iron dish of yellow dip.
Food
Tailgate recipes with Nashville restaurants
Don’t pass on these bites — rush on over to the store for the ingredients.
February 5, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A pug dressed in a baseball jersey poses for a photo at First Horizon Park.
Sports
The Nashville Sounds release 2024 season promo schedule
We’re talking 31 giveaway dates, 15 postgame fireworks shows, and theme nights.
February 2, 2024
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Skylar Webb
Close up of small children twirling hand streamers in a ballet class.
Culture
Enroll the kid in your life to these Nashville summer camps
Whether they love to be outdoors, learn, or flex those creative muscles — this camp list will likely get a stamp of approval from the kiddos.
February 1, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A photo of rooftops in the Germantown neighborhood with the river in interstate in the background. You can make out the word "Stockyards" on the side of the apartment building home to Bexley Stockyards.
Live
2024 predictions for Nashville real estate
Real estate experts explain what Nashville home buyers should know and predict whether we’ll see prices continue to rise in 2024.
January 30, 2024
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An interior room with tables surrounding a stage and two bars on either side. The ceiling has an intricate swirled wood detail made to resemble the eye of a hurricane.
Business
New name, renderings released for Luke Combs bar
The multi-level venue by the country star and Opry Entertainment Group will open in the downtown space formerly home to Wildhorse Saloon.
January 30, 2024
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Skylar Webb
A view of downtown Nashville at night shot from across the river with the Batman building at its focus. Beams of colorful lights jut out due to the camera's shutter speed settings.
Culture
See the winner of our 2023 Picture of the Year contest
The votes are in and the winner of the 2023 Picture of the Year has been decided.
January 29, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
A multi-story red brick home with windows throughout and two white pillars welcoming guests up a set of stairs to the front porch.
Real Estate
Nashville’s Neoclassical architecture style
Let’s visit another popular architectural style in Nashville — the Neoclassical home, popularized at the turn of the century.
January 26, 2024
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