The mayor of Gallatin says a hyperscale Meta data center is the city’s largest taxpayer and has done a lot of charitable giving in the community. But two years into operation, residents still have concerns about its effect on utilities, the environment and property values.
NashVillager Podcast: Klingons and Captains
How have Tennesseans shown up in Star Trek? Plus, the local news for September 8, 2026.
Summer Joy didn’t know her jam session would win over a rap star
When Rod Wave’s new album “Don’t Look Down” dropped on Aug. 28, it opened with a showcase of Summer Joy’s voice.
Fusion power inches closer as Tennessee issues nation’s first license for ‘stellarator’ machine
A race toward a century-old dream of near-infinite energy from fusion is heating up across the U.S., and Tennessee just took one step forward.
Fishermen reeling in results under ‘experimental’ program combating Asian carp
Under a state program, some Kentucky commercial fishermen are using “experimental” tools and methods to capture thousands of pounds of Asian Carp at a time. One western Kentucky fishing crew is seeing results.
Hannah Cole chose the artist’s path over the commercial route on debut album Switchbacks
Nashville musician Hannah Cole saw two choices when she was at Belmont for music: She could choose the commercial path — or she could go the artist’s way. Her new album Switchbacks is about her twists and turns as she begins to navigate the music industry as an artist on her own.
NashVillager Podcast: Zero Waste goals
Can we ever really be trash-free? Plus, the local news for September 4, 2026.
NashVillager Podcast: Outdoor recreation could get more expensive in Tennessee
Why is the TWRA trying to raise its license fees? Plus, the local news for September 3, 2026.
Research labs and retail: Vanderbilt’s ‘Innovation Neighborhood’ gets approval over contentions
Retail, restaurants and research labs are coming to the parking lots around Vanderbilt University.
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