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A friendly day in the neighborhood
According to Nextdoor and US Census data, 9,440 residents call the Nations home. | Photo by the NASHtoday team
Nextdoor just released its 2026 Friendliest Neighborhood rankings, and one Nashville community took the top spot locally.
The Nations earned a perfect friendliness score, based on positive posts, fulfilled requests, welcome messages, and how neighbors show up for one another. If you’re thinking about making a move, these homes are currently for sale in the area.
4700 Indiana Ave. | 4BD, 3.5BA
Gather with neighbors on the porch or retreat up to the private rooftop deck to unwind. Inside, the layout features hardwood floors, high ceilings, and a spacious kitchen.
1010 57th Ave. N. | 4BD, 4BA
Situated between England Park and West Park, this home offers an open-concept floor plan, a screened-in porch, and a fully fenced backyard. Bonus: There’s an open house this Sunday, March 8.
1677 54th Ave. N. | 2BD, 2BA
Built in 2022, this modern condo comes with access to a pool, fitness center, yoga studio, and designated parking.
Starbucks is brewing a corporate presence in Music City. The Seattle-based coffee giant plans to open a corporate operations office later this year to support its growth plans in the Southeast. Officials have not yet shared the location, opening date, or job estimates.
Development
A Signia by Hilton hotel could be headed to Nashville Yards — and if plans move forward, it would become the largest hotel downtown with more than 800 rooms. (Nashville Business Journal)
Eat
Two-time James Beard nominee Andy Little will be the chef at Sally’s Stay Awhile, opening this spring in Wedgewood-Houston. Along with breakfast service, the menu will feature salads and sandwiches for lunch + dishes such as prime rib, pasta, and rotisserie chicken for dinner. (Nashville Scene)
Civic
Learotha Williams Jr. is the new Davidson County Historian. The Tennessee State University history professor will serve a five-year term and says one thing he hopes to tackle is uncovering lesser-known parts of Nashville’s Civil Rights history. (WPLN)
Closed
Scoreboard closed its Cedar Creek (Mt. Juliet) and Four Corners (Antioch) locations. The original Music Valley Drive spot will remain open, as ownership shifts focus to its Gulf Coast expansion and other Nashville concepts. (The Tennessean)
Transit
WeGo is seeking input on proposed summer 2026 service changes and a long-term transit strategy called WeGo Forward. Share feedback via mail, phone, and email beginning Monday, March 16 or attend one of these upcoming meetings.
Sports
Vanderbilt swept major SEC postseason honors, with Mikayla Blakes named SEC Player of the Year + Aubrey Galvan earning SEC Freshman of the Year. Head coach Shea Ralph was named SEC Coach of the Year, making Vandy just the fourth program to win all three awards in the same season.
Wellness
Level Wellness is opening its doors in Franklin with a Grand Opening celebration. Attendees can explore wellness spaces, enjoy cocktails and bites, try skincare sampling, shop pop-ups, and get a $50 gift card if among the first 25. On-site bookings receive 15% off. Join the celebration.*
Sports
Basketball fans, this one’s for you. Level up your 2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament experience at Bridgestone Arena with premium seating options. From luxury suites and courtside seats to all-inclusive clubs and social spaces, there’s a spot for every kind of fan. Grab tickets and get ready for tip-off.*
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🐝 In yesterday’s newsletter, I shouted out the bees at Centennial Park, so it’s only fair I put another hive in the spotlight. The rooftop crew at Tanger Outlets Nashville has been buzzing through winter, and you can keep tabs on them all year via their Alvéole page.
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