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🚌 Next stop: Donelson

A view of two bus bays connected to an enclosed waiting room by a series of paved sidewalks.
The Dr. Ernest Rip Patton, Jr. North Nashville Transit Center opened in August 2024. | Photo via WeGo
A new transit center is in the works for Donelson. Think of it as a hub where several bus routes connect, helping riders make easier transfers. In Donelson’s case, it will also link up with the WeGo Star.

Planned features

  • Six bus bays with covered waiting areas
  • A climate-controlled waiting room
  • Bike racks + micromobility docks
  • Rideshare pickup and drop-off areas
  • Railroad quiet zones to minimize train horn noise
  • Improved vehicle and pedestrian access to Donelson Pike with a new traffic signal
The transit center will be built on part of the existing Donelson Station site, and the park-and-ride facilities will remain open during construction. Public meetings are scheduled for Monday, March 30 and Tuesday, March 31 at NPL’s Donelson branch.

Where will future transit centers open?

According to the Choose How You Move plan, 11 more transit centers of varying sizes may be funded by 2032, with SoBro, Antioch, Madison, and Bellevue among the proposed locations.
Belmont University

Events

Wednesday, March 18

PechaKucha Vol. 51: Hot Takes & Hot Chicken | 6-8 p.m. | Center 615 | $23

Belmont Bruins Baseball vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Baseball | 6 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $12

“Back to the Future the Musical” | Wednesday, March 18-Sunday, March 22 | Times vary | TPAC’s Jackson Hall | $53+

Thursday, March 19

Nashville Predators vs. Seattle Kraken | 7 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena | $30+

Nashville Elvis Festival | Thursday, March 19-Sunday, March 22 | Times vary | The Factory at Franklin | $52+

Friday, March 20

Champagne & Caviar | 6:30 p.m. | Blue Aster | $125

Author Event: Lauren Kung Jessen’s “The Fortune Flip” | 6:30 p.m. | Parnassus Books | $27

Saturday, March 21

Growing with Pride Tree Planting Project | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Lipstick Lounge | Free, RSVP required

Nashville SC vs. Orlando City SC - Sam Surridge Bobblehead Night | 5 p.m. | GEODIS Park | $24+

Sunday, March 22

In Full Bloom Floral Watercolor Workshop | 1 p.m. | Collective615 | $66

American Tune: Simon, Croce & Taylor | 7:30 p.m. | City Winery | $24+
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News Notes

Coming Soon

Cledis Burgers & Beer’s third Nashville location opens Monday, March 30 in the Gulch with smash burgers, loaded fries, hoagies, nachos, and a pork tenderloin sandwich on the menu. The restaurant plans to open for “limited preview hours” March 23-29 — check social media for updates.

Travel

Frontier announced a new nonstop route from Nashville to Las Vegas starting Thursday, June 11. The service will run four times a week, with intro fares starting at $89.

Shop

British fashion brand Boden is set to open its second US store in Nashville this summer at Hill Center Green Hills. The 1,700-sqft shop will focus on warm-weather styles like swimwear, linens, and dresses. (Fashion Network)

Outdoors

Heads up for your spring walks at Centennial Park: Part of the walking loop around Lake Watauga is closed for about six weeks, with construction impacting the north side.

Concert

Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz are coming to Bridgestone Arena this fall. Tickets for the Friday, Sept. 26 concert go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m.

List

The soon-to-open Sylvan Park spot Lion’s Share made Robb Report’s list of the most exciting restaurant openings in the US this spring. The concept from chef Robbie Wilson and Emily Perry-Wilson will center around a custom hearth with live-fire cooking.

Listen

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Finance

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Travel

🦋 Let’s go to Dollywood, y’all

A wooden roller coaster with riders, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
New twists and turns await at Dollywood this season. | Photo provided by Dollywood
Dollywood’s 41st season is underway, and with a record-breaking coaster and new events galore, 2026 is set to be one for the books in the Smokies. Here’s what to expect if you make the 3.5-hour trip this year.

NightFlight Expedition

Soar through the Smoky Mountains at night on this immersive indoor coaster that blends storytelling with thrills. With a price tag of over $50 million, it’s the largest single investment in park history. The ride is set to open this spring.

Fresh flavors

We’ll never skip the cinnamon bread, but this year’s new menu additions are enough to pique any foodie’s interest. Think Tex-Mex loaded fries, strawberry cupcakes, and zesty BBQ-glazed corn strips.

Inaugural events

The park will debut new events like the Run Dollywood Race, Harvey’s Boo Bash, and Neon Nights at Dollywood’s Splash Country, adding even more reasons to plan a return trip.

Ready to hit the road? Purchase tickets.

The Buy

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The Wrap

Kernels Nashville just reopened following a renovation, and it’s also celebrating 13 years at its storefront with free birthday minis all week. Pop over to 2501 Gallatin Ave. to check out the popcorn shop’s refreshed space.
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