Cheekwood officials hope this summer will break attendance records that were set in 2010 with the help of Dale Chihuly’s glass sculptures. Once again, they’re betting on the draw of outdoor art and keeping the gardens open even after the sun goes down.
Arts Groups Depend on Christmas Shows
Familiar holiday plays, ballets, and concerts seem to fill Nashville’s arts calendars every December. Those traditional shows make a big impact on the bottom line of the performing groups that stage them.
State Constitutions on Rare Display
Tennessee’s original, handwritten Constitutions will be exhibited later this week to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the state’s Supreme Court Building.
Nissan Sales Up
Franklin-based Nissan North America is reporting a record-setting November for US Sales.
Nashville Zoo Breeds Rare Amphibian
The Nashville Zoo today announced a zoological victory: they’ve managed to successfully breed one of the world’s largest species of salamander. Two Eastern Hellbenders were hatched from eggs fertilized in the zoo’s lab.
Black Film Festival Changes Approach
Nashville’s annual Black Film Festival will be entirely online this year, due to limited funds. But while that change made it possible for the festival to continue, it’s brought a new set of challenges, even schedule changes after Hurricane Sandy.
Group Trips to Inauguration Hard to Come By
Washington DC expects a sea of visitors for President Barack Obama’s second inauguration. Organizations across the country plan to bring people by the busload from places like Boston, North Carolina, even as far as Sacramento. But Nashvilians looking for a trip to join aren’t finding much luck.
Local Band to March in Nationally Televised Event
The Father Ryan High School Marching Band is headed to New York City and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Drug Ring Convicted
A four-week trial federal drug trafficking trial ended with a trio of convictions today in Nashville.
Mayor Asks Council to Approve Buyout Plan
Nashville Mayor Karl Dean wants to create a voluntary buyout program for Metro workers.
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