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Jelly Roll speaks at juvenile justice campus groundbreaking
A new juvenile justice complex is closer to reality following a groundbreaking ceremony last week that included a Nashville celebrity cameo.Zoom in: Country star Jelly Roll has spoken often about his time in Nashville's juvenile detention center — he even wore a jacket featuring an image of the building during this summer's CMA Fest.He was on hand alongside elected officials to celebrate the new facility.What he's saying: "That thing hadn't changed nothing but the paint in 30 years," he said, according to NewsChannel 5. "I personally know: I was there!"Catch up quick: The existing Woodland Street facility has had dire infrastructure problems for years. The new campus will have more room for security improvements and service areas for delinquent youth and families in crisis."A lot of these kids are a victim of their circumstances and where they came from," Jelly Roll said. "This is a really cool chance to change things."Sign up for Axios Nashville for free.
TDOT warns about distracted driving
If you're driving while reading this, stop.The Tennessee Department of Transportation is reporting an "alarming increase" in distracted driving statewide.By the numbers: TDOT workers and equipment have been hit by a passing motorist 73 times so far in 2024, the agency said.The bottom line: "Motorists need to follow the law and put down their phones as well as move over and slow down when emergency and roadside workers are present," TDOT commissioner Butch Eley said in a statement.Sign up for Axios Nashville for free.
State appeals council lawsuit
The state is still fighting to cut the size of the Metro Council in half.State of play: A three-judge panel tossed out the 2023 state law slashing the council size in a ruling last month, saying it unconstitutionally singled out Nashville's local legislative body. The state announced plans to appeal that decision this week.What they're saying: Nashville Vice Mayor Angie Henderson, who presides over the council, blasted the appeal in a statement."It is my duty and intent to fulfill the will of Nashville voters and help make our 40-member body work well for all 715,000 Nashvillians residing within our city's 526 square miles," she said.Sign up for Axios Nashville for free.
Shaticka Robinson emerges as Nashville's new culinary star
The greatest compliment lunch-goers can pay to a food truck is to start lining up before the window slides open.Flashback: At Coley's Jook Junt, one of the city's buzziest food trucks, the line was 15 deep on a Friday last month before they started serving at 11am.A DJ spinning pop and R&B tracks set the mood and drowned out the growling stomachs of Coley's hungry fans.Why it matters: The reason for the hype is Coley's owner/chef/pitmaster Shaticka Robinson, who has all the makings of Nashville's next culinary star.The big picture: Robinson won the most recent season of Netflix's popular food...
Shaticka Robinson emerges as Nashville's new culinary star
The greatest compliment lunch-goers can pay to a food truck is to start lining up before the window slides open.Flashback: At Coley's Jook Junt, one of the city's buzziest food trucks, the line was 15 deep on a Friday last month before they started serving at 11am.A DJ spinning pop and R&B tracks set the mood and drowned out the growling stomachs of Coley's hungry fans.Why it matters: The reason for the hype is Coley's owner/chef/pitmaster Shaticka Robinson, who has all the makings of Nashville's next culinary star.The big picture: Robinson won the most recent season of Netflix's popular food...
Vandy's Lily Williams wins gold in cycling
Vanderbilt University alum Lily Williams earned an Olympic gold medal Wednesday in the women's cycling team pursuit.Why it matters: Williams is Vanderbilt's first female Olympian. She won a bronze medal in team pursuit at the Tokyo Olympics.At Vanderbilt, Williams was a member of the track and cross-country teams.The intrigue: The U.S. team defeated New Zealand to win the gold. Earlier in the week, Williams and her teammates finished behind New Zealand in an earlier race.Team pursuit is a frantic, thrilling event in which competing teams fly around an indoor track at about 40 miles per hour.Fun fact: Williams was previously a news intern for Nashville's public radio station WPLN.Sign up for Axios Nashville for free.
Many Nashville residents live in heat islands
Data: Climate Central; Map: Kavya Beheraj/AxiosTemperatures have reached triple digits in Nashville this summer, but across the city, it felt even hotter.Why it matters: Urban heat islands — urbanized areas that experience higher temperatures due to less greenery and more infrastructure like roads, buildings and parking lots — significantly harshen the impacts of extreme weather.The science nonprofit Climate Central analyzed UHIs in 65 major U.S. cities with 50 million residents.In those cities, nearly 34 million people live in environments where UHIs could raise average temperatures by at least 8°F.Zoom in: 71% of Nashville residents live in neighborhoods that are considered...
Tennessee Titans report PSL sales going well
The most expensive personal seat licenses for season tickets at the new Titans stadium are selling ahead of schedule, according to an update from the team this week.Why it matters: The sale of PSLs is vital to the Titans because the revenue generated helps pay for construction of the new $2.1 billion Nissan Stadium.Driving the news: The most expensive PSLs cost between $20,000 and $75,000 per seat, according to the Titans.The first wave covered premier club seats near midfield, with perks like game-day food and alcohol included with each ticket. A PSL guarantees fans the same seats for 30 years at the new stadium.The team didn't expect to open up the second set of PSL sales until next year. Because the first wave sold so well, the Titans plan to open up the next batch this fall, said a team spokesperson.Between the lines: The second wave of PSLs is for seats in the lower bowl, second level and midfield seats in the terrace level.Sign up for Axios Nashville for free.
Meharry receives $175M donation, part of push to support historically Black medical schools
Meharry Medical College received a historic $175 million donation from Bloomberg Philanthropies on Tuesday that will almost double the size of its endowment.Why it matters: The massive surge of cash, which is by far the largest donation in Meharry's 148-year history, strengthens the historically Black institution's financial footing and could help fund scholarships, infrastructure work and academic programming for years to come.By the numbers: Before the Bloomberg donation, Meharry's endowment sat at $193 million.Zoom out: Meharry's mission is to increase the number of health care providers in poor and underserved communities. Meharry president James Hildreth tells Axios the new influx...
Metro Council preview: debating charter amendments
A series of proposed charter amendments are on the Metro Council's agenda for Tuesday, including one that would allow teenagers to serve as council members.Why it matters: The council decides which, if any, proposed amendments should go to the voters for approval.State of play: Last month, the Charter Revision Commission recommended approval of the amendment to lower the age requirement for Metro Council members from 25 to 18.The commission also recommended approval for an amendment to establish a succession plan for the city's finance director.Zoom in: The commission didn't review a proposed amendment to remove the U.S. citizenship requirement for...
Nashville's August concert calendar: Chris Stapleton, Creed, Ellen DeGeneres
Another month brings another slate of high-profile concerts. We've pulled together some of our favorites.💃 Aug. 6: Tate McRae at Ascend Amphitheater🎤 Aug. 6: SiR at Marathon Music Works🥃 Aug. 9-10: Chris Stapleton at Bridgestone Arena👐 Aug. 13: Creed at Ascend Amphitheater🐠 Aug. 13: Ellen DeGeneres at Ryman Auditorium🔥 Aug. 20: Earth, Wind & Fire and Chicago at Bridgestone Arena🎭 Aug. 23-25: Orville Peck's Sixth Annual Rodeo at Basement East, Ascend Amphitheater and Brooklyn Bowl🍷 Aug. 24: Iron & Wine at Ryman Auditorium🤣 Aug. 24: Matt Rife at Bridgestone Arena🖤 Aug. 25: Joan Jett and the Blackhearts at Ryman Auditorium🤠 Aug. 29: Terri Clark at Ryman Auditorium🎫 Aug. 30: Passenger at Ryman AuditoriumBookmark our concert calendarSign up for Axios Nashville for free.
More than a quarter of Nashville home listings see price drops
Data: Redfin; Chart: Axios VisualsMore than 1 in 4 houses for sale in the Nashville area saw price cuts recently, according to Redfin data.Why it matters: Home sellers across the country are increasingly offering discounts to entice buyers hampered by high housing costs.Flashback: Price cuts surged nationwide in 2022, partly because rising mortgage rates caused home shoppers to back out of the market.What they're saying: "A housing market that for years has been defined by fast sales and few options is starting to look more like it did before the pandemic in terms of competition among buyers and their negotiating power," Zillow chief economist Skylar Olsen says.What's next: Many real estate agents expect competition to heat up once summer vacation ends and kids are back in school.Sign up for Axios Nashville for free.
Trump-backed U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles defeats Courtney Johnston in District 5 Republican primary
U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles fended off a well-funded challenge from one of Nashville's most prominent Republicans to win the House District 5 primary Thursday night.Why it matters: Ogles, who has the endorsement of former President Trump, could be in a position to hold the seat for a long time.Driving the news: Ogles defeated Metro Councilmember Courtney Johnston, who had the backing of prominent Nashville business leaders.The Associated Press called the race at 8:24pm Central.State of play: Ogles fought through a crowded Republican primary to win the newly drawn District 5 seat two years ago. His first term in office has...
Gloria Johnson, "Tennessee Three" member, wins Democratic Senate primary
Tennessee state Rep. Gloria Johnson will face off against U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) in November.Why it matters: Johnson, who gained a national profile last year as part of the so-called "Tennessee Three," easily won the Democratic Senate primary on Thursday. The Associated Press called the race at 7:13pm Central, minutes after polls closed in Nashville.Johnson's most prominent opponent was Marquita Bradshaw, who ran against Sen. Bill Hagerty in 2020.State of play: Johnson, a retired teacher, focused her campaign around abortion access, lowering prescription costs and fighting for gun reforms.Between the lines: Blackburn, who is running for her second term...
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