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This is how many hours Nashvillians spend in traffic
An aerial view of an interstate heading into Nashville with heavy traffic congestion and the downtown skyline in the background.
Changes are on the way to Nashville’s roadways via TDOT’s 10-year plan. | Photo by Jeremy Poland via Canva
If you think Nashville traffic is getting worse, you’re right.

INRIX, a software company specializing in transportation analytic solutions, released its Global Traffic Scorecard for 2023. The study looks at three years of mobility data to produce travel delay comparisons, costs of congestion to drivers, and commuting trends across 900+ cities around the world.

Don’t throw away the keys just yet. Let’s take a closer look at the findings:
  • No. 12 for congestion in the US and No. 39 worldwide
  • 56 hours in traffic, up 13% from 2022
  • Cost of congestion per driver: $985
  • Peak speed during morning and afternoon commutes: 30 mph
Curious which local routes are frequented the most by fellow drivers? Click the “commute areas” tab.

Now, let’s leave all of that in the rearview. The way we see it is, you have ~seven more hours to listen local. We’ve put together a playlist of feel-good tunes and podcasts to pass the time. Here’s a little preview:
  • Curious Nashville | Podcast | Listeners decide which question about the city and region Nashville Public Radio explores and answers next.
  • “Parking Lot Party” by Lee Brice | Song | The freeway is no parking lot, but the sentiment is the same.
  • Living Fully with Mallory Ervin | Podcast | The lifestyle blogger and YouTube personality brings inspirational stories and life lessons she and her guests have learned over the years to lead to a fuller life.
  • “Good As Gold” by Moon Taxi | Song | If you need a little encouragement, this tune speaks to the moment your hard work pays off.
Since you’re in the driver’s seat, let us know what you’d like to see added to the playlist.
Listen to the playlist
 
Events
Thursday, June 27
  • Reading Paws | Thursday, June 27 | 2-4 p.m. | Nashville Public Library’s East Branch, 206 Gallatin Ave. | Kids in 1st grade and above get 15 minutes to cuddle up to a dog while they read — call to reserve your time slot.
  • The Future of Food Conversation Series | Thursday, June 27 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Nashville Food Project, 5904 California Ave. | Free | The conversation explores how we may connect farmers and gardeners with the land and resources they need to grow food for themselves and their communities.
Friday, June 28
  • National Food Truck Day | Friday, June 28 | 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. | The Truck Stop, 229 Donelson Pk. | Cost of purchase | The Donelson food truck park hosts its second annual event featuring three trucks all day with others rotating in and out + live music.
Saturday, June 29
  • Nashville’s First Rainbow Crosswalk | Saturday, June 29 | 9 a.m. | 14th Street and Woodland Street | Free | Join community members and government officials to help paint Nashville’s first rainbow crosswalk in East Nashville.
  • Blackberry Jam Music Festival | Saturday, June 29 | 4:30-9 p.m. | The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 331 Franklin Rd., Franklin | $17.35+ | Reyna Roberts, Tae Lewis, Don Adam’s Band, and more will perform and there will be a kid-friendly section with Roger Day and Aria Music Class.
Sunday, June 30
  • Little River Band | Sunday, June 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Pl. | $51+ | The band performs their iconic ’70s and ’80s parade of hits, including “Reminiscing,” “Help Is on Its Way,” “Cool Change,” “Lady,” and more.
Monday, July 1
  • “Star Wars” Trivia | Monday, July 1 | 7 p.m. | East Nashville Beer Works, 320 E. Trinity Ln. | Free+ | May the force (or your friends) be with you to help out during this “Star Wars"-themed trivia night — the top three teams receive gift cards.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Closing
  • Portland Brew will close its 12 South location (2605 12th Ave. S.) in August after serving the neighborhood for ~20 years. A new business is set to take the popular coffee shop’s spot, though no other details are known at this time. (The Tennessean)
Open
  • Midtown’s Kenect Nashville, an apartment complex and mixed-use building, welcomed cafe concept MR*T. The biz at 800 19th Ave. S. offers a slew of local options, from a coffee bar featuring Frothy Monkey beans to grab-and-go items from The Loveless Cafe, Olive & Sinclair Chocolate Co., and Walker Brothers. (Nashville Post)
Ranked
  • Get a slice of this. City House was named to The New York Times’ list of the 22 “Best Pizza Places in the US.” Aside from recognizing how well Southern recipes mesh with Italian cuisine, the publication calls out the seasonal tomato pizza, which was inspired by owner Tandy Wilson’s mom’s favorite tomato sandwich.
Concert
  • A star-studded tribute to the late Toby Keith, benefiting the Toby Keith Foundation’s OK Kids Korral, is slated for Monday, July 29 at Bridgestone Arena. Luke Bryan, Jelly Roll, Carrie Underwood, Lainey Wilson, and more will perform and the event will air via NBC on Wednesday, Aug. 28. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, June 28 at 10 a.m.
Sports
  • The Tennessee Titans are celebrating the start of Training Camp with Back Together Weekend — a free, family-friendly open practice at Nissan Stadium on Saturday, July 27 at 10 a.m. Lots E, F, R, and N open at 9 a.m. on a first come, first served basis. Claim your ticket.
Announced
  • He’s got a “Fast Car.” Luke Combs was named the honorary pace car driver for the Ally 400 race on Sunday at Nashville Superspeedway. He’ll get behind the wheel of a 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse. Want to see it all go down yourself? Here’s what to know about race weekend.
Arts
  • Beginning this weekend, swing by the Cheekwood Mansion to see 33 works of art, including a 150-pound sculpture made out of spoons and knives, when “INTERVENTIONS: Ann Carrington” opens. Pieces by the international sculptor inspired by Cheekwood’s gardens and history will be on display through Oct. 27.
 
Sports

⛳ No ifs, ands, or putts
A view of a green hilly golf course with a large pond in the middle at sunset.
Feel like golfing this weekend? This view of Vanderbilt Legends Club sure has us in the mood. | Photo by @blainwease
Last week, we shared the news of Percy Warner Golf Course’s reopening this Saturday, June 29 following a ~two-year closure. This marks the course’s first major renovation since it opened in 1937. If you were late to the game scheduling your tee time, we’ll let you in on a birdie little secret: We have a golf guide with 18 Music City courses.
  • Members only | Old Hickory Country Club, 1904 Old Hickory Blvd., Old Hickory | The 6,617-yard, par 71 course offers a slope rating of 128 with hybrid Bermuda grass fairways and mini-verde Bermuda grass greens.
  • Public course | Ted Rhodes Golf Course, 1901 Ed Temple Blvd. | Situated on the banks of the Cumberland River, this 18-hole course incorporates lakes and bunkers and is home to plenty of wildlife.
  • Putting for par | Vinny Links Golf Course, 2009 Sevier St. | Vinny Links opened in 2000 for junior golfers and offers play March through November on the 9-hole, 1,210-yard, par 3 course.
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The Wrap
 
Skylar

Today’s edition by:
Skylar
From the editor
No need to ice scream, we heard you loud and clear. Yesterday, we asked you which of the frozen treat’s categories you’d like to see in a future update to our guide. Frozen custard was the big winner with 40% of the votes, though ice cream sandwiches and vegan options tied for a close second. We appreciate the scoop, and we’ll be sure to deliver an update soon.
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