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Travel and Outdoors
BNA wants public input on its next two decades of growth
Nashville International Airport plans to host two community open houses as it updates its Master Plan.
January 15, 2026 04:35 PM
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Spring into warm weather with these Nashville Zoo happenings
From what’s returning this month, top tips, and upcoming events — here’s how to make the most out of your visit this spring.
March 6, 2024
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Skylar Webb
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Business
Drift Nashville opens in the growing East Bank neighborhood
Have guests coming into town? The hotel and dining destination is ~10 minutes from the Nashville International Airport.
March 4, 2024
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Skylar Webb
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Travel and Outdoors
Get in the weeds for Nashville’s Weed Wrangle Day
Clear your schedule on Saturday, March 2 to help local and state parks remove invasive species. Here’s what to know about Weed Wrangle Day:
February 26, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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City
Plans for Nolensville town square receive approval
The development will span 27 acres on the west side of Nolensville Road and offer 400+ residential units.
February 16, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Travel and Outdoors
Explore Nashville’s Ellington Agricultural Center
How well do you know this 207-acre agricultural gem?
February 14, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
All the free, eco-friendly fun you can have at Nashville Earth Day
The annual Earth Day event is hosted at Centennial Park’s Bandshell.
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Travel and Outdoors
Nashville’s roots are strong after 30 years as a Tree City USA
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Your Nashville library card grants you these perks
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April 10, 2025
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Business
Where to spin your way through Record Store Day
Nashville record stores are celebrating the big day with special releases, live music, local eats, and more.
April 9, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Top brunch restaurants to try in Nashville
Nashville restaurants, cafes, and diners serving up all the eggs, pancakes, mimosas, and other brunch favorites you want to eat.
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City
Traffic signal changes coming to 108 downtown intersections
Here’s what to know about NDOT’s plan to improve safety and traffic flow at 108 intersections in the downtown core.
April 9, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
5 native plants to add to your home garden in Nashville
Keep local love growing with native planting suggestions and pro tips from Cheekwood Estate and Gardens.
April 8, 2025
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