An infamous flower bloom drew more than 2,000 visitors to a greenhouse at Austin Peay State University over the holiday weekend.
Vanderbilt University Medical Center announces more layoffs amid federal funding cuts
More staff cuts are coming to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and the medical center is citing the Trump administration’s federal funding reductions.
Nashville Public Radio names Holly Kernan of KQED as president and CEO
Nashville Public Radio has hired its next president and CEO. Longtime public media leader Holly Kernan will oversee 90.3 WPLN News, music discovery station WNXP 91.1, and the organization’s classical music streaming service.
A NYC theater company will perform WPLN’s investigation about rural domestic violence. Here’s how you can watch
On May 7, actors will perform a reading of a WPLN News story about rural domestic violence. Register now to attend.
Niche To Meet You: Hey, Stick Nation!
April is Earth Month, and WPLN News partner Niche to Meet You is taking a look at this annual celebration through the lens of a niche subculture built around the appreciation of … sticks. Yes, sticks.
‘Supermajority’ podcast named Peabody Award nominee
Judges selected the Supermajority podcast as a prestigious Peabody Award nominee, representing the best storytelling in broadcast and digital media in 2024. The special series from NPR’s Embedded is hosted by WPLN’s Meribah Knight.
Tornadoes confirmed after late-night Tennessee storms
The National Weather Service has confirmed four tornadoes touched down during storms late Sunday night. All were in a cluster of neighboring counties: Maury, Hickman and Humphreys.
Finding connection in the niche: How hobbies can save lives
Nashville-based audio storyteller Leslie Eiler Thompson immerses herself in the little-known but deeply loved worlds of niche interests. Her project, Niche to Meet You, explores how these communities offer more than just fun — they provide a lifeline.
5 questions for Camellia Burris, WPLN’s new education reporter
A Nashville native, Camellia is uniquely qualified to cover education in Middle Tennessee.
Supermajority podcast honored by National Press Foundation
A panel of judges with the National Press Foundation has selected WPLN Senior Reporter Meribah Knight and the “Supermajority” podcast to receive the inaugural Reporting on Women in Politics Award.
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