Appalachian researchers are working to restore populations of the eastern hellbender, a species of giant salamander struggling to survive amid a changing climate and human activity.
Nashville passes first regulations on data centers, as city officials promise more action
The Metro Council has now passed limits on where new data centers can go in Nashville, as well as their use of power sources like on-site gas turbines. Mayor Freddie O’Connell says additional efforts are moving forward, including one targeting the proposed data center near the Nashville Zoo.
The ‘vine that ate the South’ meets its match in the sky
Kentucky wildlife officials are testing whether a new generation of drone technology could become one of their most effective tools for fighting kudzu, an invasive vine that’s spread across tens of thousands of acres since its introduction to the US more than a century ago.
NashVillager Podcast: Tennessee has superblooms, too
Where and when can you find masses of wildflowers in our area? Plus, a roundup of the news for March 19, 2026.
The environment impacts learning for Tennessee students. Here’s how.
A Tennessee non-profit notes that extreme weather may hinder student success, but nature-based learning improves students’ mental health and performance.
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.
NashVillager Podcast holiday edition: Understanding local worries about logging, demolition, and healthcare
How much can you learn from a single week of WPLN stories?
NashVillager Podcast: The CPB and you
How does the Corporation for Public Broadcasting make a difference? Plus, the local news for December 12, 2024.
NashVillager Podcast: Superfund sites in Tennessee
Where did the term “superfund site” come from? Plus, the local news for December 11, 2024.
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