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May 01, 2024 09:00 AM
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Business
Shoutout your favorite Nashville business for Small Business Week
From food and drink to clothing, services, and beyond — here’s what you had to say about the businesses that keep Nashville unique (and local).
April 28, 2024
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STAFF
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Culture
Where to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Nashville
We rounded up local book events to attend on Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 27.
April 22, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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See how easy composting can be
Take action this Earth Month with Compost Nashville, and join a growing community dedicated to reducing food waste.
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Business
Shop local: Nashville’s 2nd Avenue is open for business
Here’s where to shop, eat, and experience downtown Nashville as 2nd Avenue rebuilds through 2025.
April 16, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Live
Farmers markets in Nashville
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up 13 farmers markets around Nashville.
April 10, 2024
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STAFF
Downtown Nashville skyline at sunset with a view of the Cumberland River and Batman building.
Work
The top industries and employers in the Nashville metro area
Learn about the biggest industries and employers in the Nashville metro area with this guide to local business.
March 19, 2024
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STAFF
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Food
Celebrate Pi Day with a slice of these Nashville pies
We’re putting the spotlight on Music City’s sweet and savory pies this Pi Day, Thursday, March 14.
March 13, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
Answered: Reminisce on businesses of Nashville’s past
These local hangouts might be gone, but they are far from forgotten. We asked you which defunct Nashville businesses you miss most, and here’s what you had to say.
March 8, 2024
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Skylar Webb
Proper Bagel
Live
Find bagels at these 16 shops in Nashville
We’re rolling out the knead-to-know info for a good breakfast.
February 13, 2024
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Staff
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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
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Retail
The best Valentine’s Day gifts for 2024
Shop Valentine’s Day chocolates, couple’s games, cookware, candles, and fuzzy socks to spread the love.
January 23, 2024
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Vagney Hampshire
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Live
Our favorite vegan eats in Nashville
Find out where you can sample some of the best vegan delicacies in Music City.
January 19, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
This metal building with a patio is home to Pie Town Tacos, a Nashville-based taco shop.
Small Business
Supporting Nashville’s businesses after winter weather closures
Nashville shops and restaurants are back in business after inclement weather caused complete closures, delayed openings, and other roadblocks.
January 19, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
Neighborlily brings cafe and floral concept to Germantown
Now you can do as Miley Cyrus suggests and buy yourself flowers... and coffee, tea, and merchandise, too.
January 16, 2024
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Skylar Webb
The exterior of a new Shake Shack at Tanger Outlets Nashville showcasing signage and string lights on an outdoor patio with seating.
Business
Here’s what’s coming and going this month in Nashville
Food, retail, and entertainment spots announced openings and closings at the start of 2024, so we got down to business and put the news all in one place.
January 2, 2024
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Skylar Webb
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Live
What’s new and coming soon to Nashville
As Nashville continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
December 20, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Kids eat free or low-cost at these Nashville businesses
Bookmark this tab when you need food to fuel the kids in your life without breaking the bank.
December 8, 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
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Food
Try This: A Demonbreun Street coffee crawl
Order a cup of joe at these six spots along Demonbreun — or should we say Demonbrewin — from Music Row to the riverfront.
November 21, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
Sneak peek: Step inside Nashville Glasshaüs, a new glassblowing studio
Nashville Glasshaüs specializes in the art of glassblowing + offers a coffeeshop and bar, glass-focused art gallery, event venue, and more.
November 14, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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Work
Made in Nashville: 17 things created in Music City
From fashion brands to confections, Nashville’s business scene is truly inspired.
November 13, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Burger + Grain awaits you in The Nations
Dig into the new restaurant in the Stocking 51 development when it opens on Thursday, Nov. 9. For now, fill up on what you have to look forward to.
November 8, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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City
City Editor Dylan’s 3 favorite Nashville news stories from 2023
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting NASHtoday with the gift of your membership.
November 7, 2023
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City
City Editor Skylar’s 3 favorite Nashville news stories from 2023
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting NASHtoday with the gift of your membership.
November 1, 2023
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Food
Grab your passports and travel through Foodies of Nashville Restaurant Week
The Restaurant Week featuring 20+ businesses begins Friday, Nov. 3 and lasts through Sunday, Nov. 12.
October 31, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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Food
Weekday meal deals in Nashville
It’s a tale as old as time — “What’s for dinner?” Hopefully, these weekday meal deals will make answering that question easier.
October 26, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Play
Books written by authors with ties to Nashville
Treat your shelf 📚
October 16, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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City
Nashville leads other major US cities in post-pandemic recovery
Nashville’s economy is back at 2019 levels, according to a new study.
October 12, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
The exterior of Otaku Ramen's flagship location in East Nashville.
Food
Dine with Gratitude at these Nashville restaurants to support Giving Kitchen
The initiative, which lasts through Oct. 31, raises money for food service workers in need.
October 11, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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Food
Check out Nashville eateries participating in Black Restaurant Week Southeast
Black Restaurant Week is going on now through Sunday, Oct. 8.
October 2, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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