It started with one request to speak to a group of risk analysts. Former Vanderbilt nurse RaDonda Vaught reluctantly told her story on a stage for the first time — she was still on probation from her felony conviction. “It was emotionally overwhelming and a little cathartic, but I’m gonna tell you, you could have […]
Nashvillager Podcast: Remembering everyone’s neighbor
Aren’t we all missing Mister Rogers? Plus, a roundup of the news for Feb. 27, 2026.
The Roundabout: ICE investigation, marriage equality and the Tesla loop
It’s time for our weekly Roundabout, where our panel representing views across the political spectrum dives into the biggest headlines of the week.
Nashvillager Podcast: A desire for street cars
When were streetcars desired in Nashville? Plus, a roundup of the news for Feb. 26, 2026.
Ask the Mayor: Storm response, property taxes, NDOT and parks
Mayor Freddie O’Connell is back for another edition of Ask the Mayor.
Nashvillager Podcast: When Nashville lost its innocence
The mystery of a little girl’s murder 51 years ago still brings painful memories for many Nashvillians. Plus, the local news for Feb. 25, 2026.
Independent theater in center stage
Independent theater could turn any one of us from a spectator into an on-stage participant.
Nashvillager Podcast: Suing the state
What happens when people sue the state of Tennessee over its laws? Plus the local news for Feb. 24, 2026.
Rissi Palmer on the Black Barbie evolution of country music and other ‘Perspectives’
People come to Nashville from all over the world to make country music. Rissi Palmer is one of the many. But she’s also one of the few — one of the few to ever crack the Billboard country charts, and fewer still to do it as a Black woman.





