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Culture
Unwrap these four gifts given to the city of Nashville
These city gifts are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.
December 15, 2025 08:00 AM
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Staff
A black and white photo taken in March 1952 of the Tennessee Theater's two-level auditorium with stadium seating, projections on the walls, and a stage with a closed curtain.
Culture
Leap Day history: Things that happened in Nashville on Feb. 29
What were Nashvillians doing on Leap Days in 1928, 1952, and 1964? We dug through the archives to find out.
February 28, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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 view of downtown Nashville from the roadway level.
City
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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STAFF
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
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
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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Skylar Webb
Snow covering ground at Bicentennial Park with the Nashville skyline in the background
History
The history of snow in Nashville
From dustings to blizzards, here are some snowtable fast facts about Nashville’s history with snow days.
January 12, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A brown brick home with many windows, a tower-like structure, and white, round porch stands behind a wrought iron fence.
Real Estate
History behind Nashville’s Victorian homes
Taking it back to the oldest style, let’s explore what makes Victorian Era homes still seen in Nashville today so unique.
December 12, 2023
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Skylar Webb
A photo looking down at the bar in Old Glory with green vines hanging from the brick wall.
Live
Speakeasy-style bars in Nashville
Step back in time to Nashville’s best-kept secret (bars) inspired by the Prohibition era speakeasies that populated cities in the past.
November 30, 2023
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Skylar Webb
Someone holds up a phone in front of a laptop with digital passports filling the screen.
City
Try this: Franklin’s digital passports
The mobile-exclusive passports help you explore Franklin, TN through curated lists of attractions, retailers, and restaurants.
November 28, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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Culture
Kid‑friendly shows to see with the family this fall
From “Moana” to monster trucks, Nashville stages are full of fun for the whole family.
August 4, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Apply to be an extra on the ‘9-1-1 Nashville’ TV show
“9‑1‑1: Nashville” premieres Thursday, Oct. 9 on ABC — and with all these local casting calls, don’t be surprised if a familiar face shows up on screen.
July 31, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Nashville’s dog-friendly guide
Explore these dog-friendly spots in Nashville that span from places to eat, drink, shop, and stay the night.
July 30, 2025
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Staff
Neon-lit station with LED ceiling lights and a screen showing a view inside The Boring Company’s Las Vegas tunnel.
Development
High-speed tunnel to connect downtown Nashville and BNA
The underground loop system by Elon Musk’s The Boring Company would span ~10 miles between downtown and the airport.
July 28, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A ground-level view of people on a carousel ride with swings attached to it.
Events
Ultimate guide to Nashville-area fairs
Fair season is here — the Williamson County Fair, Wilson County-Tennessee State Fair, and The Nashville Fair are all making their seasonal return.
July 24, 2025
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Skylar Webb
Rendering of Sports Illustrated Resort lobby with sports-themed seating, TV screens, and a lit “Nashville” display.
Development
Nashville adds a Sports Illustrated Resorts to its hotel roster
A new recruit is joining Nashville’s hospitality scene.
July 21, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Cartons filled with strawberries in front of boxes reading "Fancy Flavor Best Strawberries" on a table at the Nashville Farmers Market.
Live
17 farmers markets to find fresh food in Nashville
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up 17 farmers markets in Nashville and surrounding towns.
July 16, 2025
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STAFF
three orders of hot dogs lined up on a to-go counter
Food
Hot diggity dog: Here’s where to get hot dogs in Nashville
From classic dogs to innovative creations (mac and cheese, anyone?), there’s no shortage of places to order a hot dog in Music City.
July 15, 2025
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STAFF
A hand holding up a basket of fries and a cup of soft serve in front of a business with a sign reading "Fryce Cream."
Food
Here’s the scoop on Nashville’s ice cream shops
Whether you’re a fan of soft serve or looking for a dairy-free fix, there’s plenty to discover on the Nashville ice cream scene.
July 8, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
Prepare for the arrival of purple martins in Nashville
Where will purple martins roost this year in Music City? Here’s how you can help local bird advocates keep track of their migration.
July 8, 2025
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Dylan Aycock