For singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier, coming to country music in her 40s was one of many things that made her feel like an industry outsider. Today, Mary speaks with poet Destiny Birdsong about her unconventional entry into the music business, and how an unforgettable performance at the Ryman redefined Mary’s relationship to her music — and […]
Versify #20: Mercy At The Ryman
Frustrated With Mayor’s Power Over Budget, Metro Council To Hire Its Own Finance Guru
Listen One of the clear losers in Nashville’s new government budget is the Metro Finance Department. A last-minute change will cut its budget by $103,000, likely eliminating at least one staff member. While the dollar amount isn’t large, the reduction reveals how frustrated the Metro Council has become with some of the spending ideas among […]
Nashville Airport Breaks Ground On $268M Expansion To Keep Pace With Record Travel
Listen Nashville Airport Authority is trying to keep up with the flood of tourists and business travellers that have made Nashville International one of the fastest growing airports in the country.
Tennessee’s Next Governor: Only One Republican Would Allow Sports Betting
Only one Republican running to be Tennessee’s next governor is open to the idea of allowing sports betting. The question came up during a GOP debate in Hendersonville on Wednesday night. A recent federal court ruling paves the way for states to legalize gambling on college and professional games.
TNReady Crash Was Caused By Testing Company, Not Cyberattack, Officials Conclude
Listen It wasn’t a cyberattack that took down TNReady exams earlier this year but an error by the testing company. External investigators and the state comptroller made the conclusion after reviewing the crash that disrupted standardized tests statewide.
Nashville Council Rejects Property Tax Hike, Finalizing Budget That Pinches Schools And City Staff
Listen Nashville will not be raising its property tax. That was the outcome of a tense 4-hour Metro Council debate that ended after midnight early Wednesday — and only after a shocking vote that drew audible gasps from the council.
Nashville Celebrates Inaugural Juneteenth With Music, Food and Reenactors
Listen The city of Nashville recognized Juneteenth, the oldest known U.S. holiday marking the end of slavery, with an inaugural event Tuesday that organizers hope will launch an annual celebration.
Nashville-Based Barbershop Harmony Society Welcomes Women For The First Time
Listen The Barbershop Harmony Society is inviting women to be full members of the organization for the first time, effective immediately. The Nashville-based umbrella group says the decision is part of a “new strategic vision” meant to be more inclusive and welcome people of all races, sexual orientations, political opinions and spiritual beliefs.
Nashville Reaches ‘Moment Of Judgment’ On Budget And Possible Property Tax Hike
Listen The question of a possible property tax increase for Nashville households remains unanswered after a marathon budget debate of more than 4 hours on Monday.
Who Gets Credit For Tennessee’s Huge Drop In Teen Pregnancy?
Listen No one’s sure exactly why Tennessee’s rate of teen pregnancy took a nosedive in the most recent figures, but their best guess: more kids are abstaining from sex. Tennessee’s teen pregnancy rate has dropped for the last two decades as the national figure has also declined.
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