Columbus
Axios Nashville
Nashville-area ZIP codes with biggest jumps in home values
Data: Zillow; Note: Typical home value refers to the average of the middle third of Zillow home value estimates for every home in a given region with a county record, including single-family, condominium and co-operative homes; Table: Axios VisualsMany of the Nashville-area ZIP codes that are seeing the biggest jumps in typical home values are in the suburbs, according to Zillow data shared with Axios.Why it matters: The prices show growing demand outside of Davidson County. The surge is part of a long-running trend in the Nashville area, real estate agents tell Axios.Rising home costs and high mortgage rates have...
Tennessean photographer named a Pulitzer Prize finalist
Tennessean photographer Nicole S. Hester was named as a finalist Monday for the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for breaking news photography.Hester's photo shows a child weeping on a bus in the aftermath of The Covenant School shooting that killed three students and three school employees on March 27, 2023.Surviving students were bussed to a nearby church to be reunited with their families.What they're saying: "This was an unspeakable tragedy for our community and continues to pierce our hearts and devastate so many of our neighbors," Michael A. Anastasi, vice president and editor of the Tennessean, said of the shooting."As journalists, it is our responsibility, our sacred duty really, to ensure our community, and in this case the nation, knows and understands what happened here."Zoom in: Hester told the Tennessean that she felt the image encapsulated the horror of that day."The anguish on that little girl's face is the anguish that all of us feel and continue to feel," Hester said. "It is a hard image. It should be a hard image because it's a hard reality. So don't look away."
Five Points Pizza is expanding into Wedgewood-Houston
Five Points Pizza is expanding its empire. The Nashville-based slice-slingers will open a third location in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood later this year.The intrigue: The new location is a partnership with Jackalope Brewing Company. It will feature a 28-foot "semi-permanent pizza trailer" connected to the outdoor patio at Jackalope's Houston Street taproom, according to a statement.State of plate: The new location will serve a limited menu of Five Points favorites, including pizza by the slice, 14-inch pies and garlic knots.What's next: Construction on the Wedgewood-Houston location begins soon, with a tentative opening planned in late summer.
Pro-transportation team taps former O'Connell aides
Two former members of Mayor Freddie O'Connell's election team and a prominent attorney will play leading roles in the political campaign to pass the $3.1 billion transportation plan in November.Why it matters: The proposal needs approval from the state comptroller, Metro Council and Davidson County Election Commission before it can go on the ballot. But pro-transportation organizers say they can't wait until then to fundraise and win over voters.Driving the news: A group of businesspeople, mass transit advocates and civic leaders recently formed a pro-transportation committee, which is laying the foundation for a formal political campaign.Jeff Morris and Scott Dietz,...
Road trip idea: Iconic West Tennessee BBQ joints
Nashville pitmaster Pat Martin's new series "Life of Fire" premieres Monday night on the Outdoor Channel.Why it matters: Martin shines a spotlight on barbecue gurus who have mastered the "old methods" of cooking over a live fire.What to expect: The first episode focuses on West Tennessee pitmasters Daryl Ramey and Zach Parker.If you go: Martin explained there are only three barbecue joints carrying on the West Tennessee whole hog tradition. Two of them — B.E. Scott's and Ramey's — are a breezy two-hour drive from Nashville. The entrance to Ramey's. Photo: Nate Rau/AxiosNate took the trip a few weeks ago. The no-frills barbecue restaurants are located about 20 minutes apart. It's a lot of pork for one trip, but it's definitely worth it for enthusiasts.In addition to owning B.E. Scott's, Parker purchased Jacks Creek last year, which was a major step toward preserving Tennessee's BBQ history.Dig in: Read our story about Martin's new show
Predators look to stay alive in Game 6
The Predators followed up their devastating Game 4 loss with a thrilling victory in Vancouver on Tuesday to keep their season alive.The win improved the Predators' all-time record in playoff elimination games to 7-15.What's next: Nashville hosts the Canucks for Game 6 at Bridgestone Arena on Friday.You can take in the impossibly fun playoff atmosphere even if you don't have a ticket.The Nashville Convention and Visitors Corp. is hosting a viewing party at Walk of Fame Park beginning at 4pm Friday.
Fun stuff to do in Nashville this weekend
The 53rd annual spring edition of the Tennessee Craft Fair takes place Friday-Sunday on the Centennial Park lawn, with artisans on hand to sell their handmade goods.Shuttles will run Saturday and Sunday from the HCA parking lots to the fair entrance.🏇 The Kentucky Derby: It might take place a ways north of Nashville, but you don't have to go far to join in on Saturday. Several local bars are planning watch parties, including Von Elrod's, Jasper's and Acme Feed & Seed.🏟 Morgan Wallen: The country music star has a three-night run at Nissan Stadium starting Thursday.🌳 Trolls at Cheekwood: A...
Thirtyfive Group consulting firm launches
A former aide to Mayor John Cooper and a prominent government lobbyist partnered to launch a new lobbying and consulting firm called Thirtyfive Group.Why it matters: Thirtyfive Group will instantly be at the center of major issues affecting Nashville. The firm represents East Bank developer The Fallon Company, as well as auto racing groups like the Music City Grand Prix and Bristol Motor Speedway.Inside the room: Ben Eagles served as senior adviser to Cooper during his four years as mayor. He previously worked in Metro finance and as an aide on several Metro Council campaigns, including for Freddie O'Connell in...
Bus ridership increases after pandemic declines
Data: WeGo; Chart: Axios VisualsAnnual bus ridership in Nashville was still below its pre-pandemic levels last year, but there are signs of growth.Why it matters: Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell is pitching major improvements to the city's transportation system, with expanded bus service figuring prominently into his plan.By the numbers: Overall bus ridership remains below 2014's 9.79 million rides, according to data from WeGo.Following that high mark, WeGo bus ridership declined over the next five years but remained above 9 million annual rides. Then the pandemic hit, and use of the bus system plummeted.The city has been playing catch-up since then....
May concerts in Nashville
From Morgan Wallen performing three nights at the largest music venue in town to Tenille Towns paying homage to Patty Griffin at a smaller club, this month has a wide range of concerts.Of note: Shaboozey, who is prominently featured on Beyoncé's new album, is headlining a show at The Basement East.Here's a look at the top concerts in Nashville this month:🌼 May 1: Waxahatchee at the Ryman Auditorium🏟 May 2-4: Morgan Wallen at Nissan Stadium💃 May 5: Girl In Red at the Ryman Auditorium🎙 May 10-11: Amy Grant at the Ryman Auditorium🐇 May 11: Bad Bunny at Bridgestone Arena🎳 May 12: Sarah Jarosz at Brooklyn Bowl🪩 May 14: Stevie Nicks at Bridgestone Arena🏘️ May 17-18: Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors at the Ryman Auditorium🤠 May 20: Shaboozey at The Basement East🎶 May 22: Tenille Towns and friends perform a night of Patty Griffin songs at 3rd and Lindsley🎸 May 23: Real Estate at The Basement East🎵 May 24-25: Noah Kahan at Bridgestone Arena🔊 May 30: Fredo Bang at Exit/In🆒 May 31: Lainey Wilson at Ascend Amphitheater
Cicadas plot their Music City comeback
Data: USDA and University of Connecticut; Graphic: Jared Whalen, Will Chase and Kavya Beheraj/AxiosThey're coming. Any day now, billions of cicadas are expected to begin crawling, swooping and screeching their way through Middle Tennessee.Why it matters: The swarm, known as Brood XIX or the Great Southern Brood, has been lying in wait underground for 13 years. When they arrive, experts say, they could outnumber Nashvillians by more than 202,000 to one.What he's saying: "They come out in really massive numbers — sometimes upwards of a million per acre," Belmont University biology professor Matt Heard tells Axios."It's a really great evolutionary...
CDC director Mandy Cohen promotes mental health support, suicide prevention in Nashville visit
CDC director Mandy Cohen visited Nashville Monday to see how Tennessee organizations work to bolster mental health and prevent suicides.Why it matters: More than 1,200 people died by suicide in Tennessee in 2021, according to CDC data.State leaders say there is an urgent need to expand access to mental health care.Tennessee had the highest rate of depression in the country, per the latest data from America's Health Rankings.State of play: Cohen's visit comes days after the debut of the federal government's new suicide prevention strategy, which calls on communities to find ways to connect people in crisis with mental health...
Nashville seen on TV in Beyoncé doc "Call Me Country," other shows
There are several streaming options that examine the culture, music and politics of our region.🤠 "Call Me Country: Beyoncé & Nashville's Renaissance" drops Friday on Max.Why it matters: Beyoncé has broken records and barriers on the country charts with her new album "Cowboy Carter." The new documentary from CNN shines the light on other Black musicians who have been working in Nashville for years and laid the groundwork for this moment.⚖️ "Justice USA" premiered last month on Max.Why it matters: The six-episode docuseries explores the criminal justice system in Nashville through the eyes of inmates, elected officials, lawyers and policymakers.🍻 "Friends in Low Places" debuted last month on Amazon Prime.Why it matters: The show follows Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood and the team at Strategic Hospitality as they build and open a downtown honky-tonk.Our full streaming guide
Nashville events: Marathon, NFL draft party, bookstore bash
Nashville isn't waiting for the weekend to get the party started. Here are some events for your calendar.🏈 NFL draft: The Titans are hosting a watch party Thursday at Nissan Stadium. Tickets are free.📚 Reading is fundamental: Independent Bookstore Day is Saturday, and special events are planned at Parnassus, The Bookshop and Novelette.🏃 St. Jude Rock 'N' Roll Nashville Marathon: Runners will hit the streets, and onlookers will cheer them on between sips of mimosas. The main event kicks off downtown Saturday morning.Beware of road closures.🎉 Franklin's Main Street Festival: The 40th annual event will bring arts vendors, food and entertainment to downtown Franklin on Saturday and Sunday.
Axios Nashville
1K+
Posts
2M+
Views
Axios Nashville, anchored by Nate Rau and Adam Tamburin, is here to help readers get smarter, faster on the most consequential news and developments unfolding in their own backyard.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.