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The New Country Church of Tyler Childers

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NPR @npr.org · 1d

A Statement from NPR’s Editor in Chief on the Pentagon’s Press Policy.
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annie parnell 👽 @avparnell.bsky.social · 2d

I am quickly becoming the Scene’s Tyler Childers correspondent. Here I am with some thoughts on his weekend shows at Geodis, plus country music mythmaking, maybe also the divine a little bit

The tour behind ‘Snipe Hunter’ brought fans together on several levels at Geodis Park.

Justin Pearson Kicks Off Congressional Run at Memphis Rally

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Julianne Akers @julianneakers.bsky.social · 1d

It's been less than a week since Pearson announced his run for U.S. Congress, but the campaign is already garnering national attention and support from groups who want younger politicians in office.

Read more about Pearson's campaign launch rally on Saturday:
www.nashvillescene.com/news/pithint...

Democratic state representative lists poverty and minimum wage as key campaign issues

Justin Pearson Kicks Off Congressional Run at Memphis Rally

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 2d

At a Memphis kickoff event for his 9th Congressional District campaign, Democratic state Rep. Justin Pearson on Saturday listed poverty and minimum wage among his key campaign issues.

Democratic state representative lists poverty and minimum wage as key campaign issues

WGN-TV producer detained during ICE enforcement action in Lincoln Square

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U.S. Press Freedom Tracker @pressfreedomtracker.us · 8d

If you are a journalist — or know one — who has been attacked, seriously threatened, denied access by a public official or targeted with a legal order in the course of reporting, let us know. You can now submit tips in English or Spanish.

Email: tips@pressfreedomtracker.us

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Chicago Tribune @chicagotribune.com · 5d

A WGN-TV video editor and producer was roughly detained by two Border Patrol agents on Friday morning during a highly visible rush hour enforcement action in Lincoln Square.

A WGN-TV video editor and producer was roughly detained by two Border Patrol agents on Friday morning during a highly visible rush hour enforcement action in Lincoln Square.

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Nashville Post @nashvillepost.com · 5d

New lease agreements authorize the developers of Dolly Parton's hotel and museum to renovate a park and build a fire station in the garage.
https://www.nashvillepost.com/politics/council-approves-lease-agreement-related-to-dolly-parton-hotel-project/article_5ddf1462-d530-4962-b8f8-ca9943d4a51b.html

Council approves lease agreement related to Dolly Parton hotel project

Also: Sightseeing vehicles ordinance approved; tensions arise over Israeli-Palestinian resolution

Vanderbilt Faculty Senate Opposes White House Compact

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 4d

The Vanderbilt University Faculty Senate has adopted a resolution recommending the school reject a recent offer from the Trump administration that would give preferential funding.

University members approve resolution recommending university reject Trump deal

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 6d

Best of Nashville 2025 has landed! Read all the writers' choices and readers' poll results in the Scene's massive 37th annual #BON25 issue. Illustrations by Kat Conde.

Best of Nashville 2025

Campus Crowd Demands Vanderbilt Reject Trump Deal

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 6d

Vanderbilt students, faculty and professors marched on Wednesday as Chancellor Diermeier mulls funding deal with Trump administration.

Students, faculty and professors marched on Wednesday as Chancellor Diermeier mulls funding deal with Trump administration

Justin Pearson Will Run for Memphis Congressional Seat

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 7d

State Rep. Justin J. Pearson announced his run for Tennessee's 9th Congressional District Wednesday morning at Alonzo Weaver Park in Memphis.

State representative's 9th Congressional District challenge to fellow Democrat Steve Cohen represents a generational shift

Matt Van Epps Wins 7th Congressional District Republican Primary

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 7d

With polls closed in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District special primaries, Matt Van Epps is projected to win the Republican nomination.

Former Rep. Mark Green's pick will face off against the Democratic primary winner in December

Aftyn Behn Wins 7th Congressional District Democratic Primary

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 7d

State Rep. Aftyn Behn is projected to win the Democratic Party’s nomination for the 7th Congressional District on Tuesday, beating out a crowded field on a compressed election timeline.

Nashville state rep emerges from crowded field to take party's nomination for Dec. 2 special election

Petition Seeks to Remove Councilmember Rollin Horton From Office

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Julianne Akers @julianneakers.bsky.social · 8d

A petition notice seeking to remove Metro Councilmember Rollin Horton from office has been filed by local real estate agent Lauren Magli, citing lack of notice and transparency regarding the recently passed rezoning plan for The Nations.

Read more:
www.nashvillescene.com/news/pithint...

Recall filing cites The Nations rezoning plan as reason for District 20 councilmember’s proposed ousting

Petition Seeks to Remove Councilmember Rollin Horton From Office

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 8d

A petition seeking to remove District 20 Metro Councilmember Rollin Horton from office has been filed by Lauren Magli, a local real estate agent who was outspoken in her opposition of Horton’s rezoning legislation.

Recall filing cites The Nations rezoning plan as reason for District 20 councilmember’s proposed ousting

White House Asks Vanderbilt to Align Policies for Funding Advantages

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Julianne Akers @julianneakers.bsky.social · 9d

Vanderbilt University is one of nine institutions targeted by the White House for financial incentives in exchange for its compliance with certain Trump administration policies including those related to race, gender and international students.
www.nashvillescene.com/news/pithint...

Vanderbilt among nine higher-education institutions asked to sign Trump administration compact in exchange for financial opportunities

The Boring Company releases additional Music City Loop details

Julianne Akers @julianneakers.bsky.social · 12d

The early stages of design and planning have begun on a Musk-owned company’s airport-to-downtown tunnel project in Nashville. 45 permits and approvals are needed to construct roughly 19 miles of tunnels, according to recent a blog post from The Boring Company.
www.nashvillepost.com/business/the...

Environmental study underway, 45 permits and approvals needed for tunnel project

The Boring Company releases additional Music City Loop details

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Nashville Post @nashvillepost.com · 12d

The Boring Company has released additional details about permit processes and an ongoing environmental study for its airport-to-downtown tunnel.
https://www.nashvillepost.com/business/the-boring-company-releases-additional-music-city-loop-details/article_2e79eb46-a8a4-48a8-839d-87ae69f685a5.html

Environmental study underway, 45 permits and approvals needed for tunnel project

State Sen. Jeff Yarbro questions withdrawal, revision of AG opinions

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Nashville Post @nashvillepost.com · 13d

Sen. Jeff Yarbro questions Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti's withdrawal, revision of opinions regarding National Guard deployment
https://www.nashvillepost.com/politics/state/state-sen-jeff-yarbro-questions-withdrawal-revision-of-ag-opinions/article_f21b7286-ec3b-4899-bab0-23f1e588f7fe.html

Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti defends withdrawing National Guard deployment opinion in 2024

Amazon partnership looks to expand tech skills in Nashville

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Nashville Post @nashvillepost.com · 13d

A new partnership with Amazon, the mayor’s office, Nashville Innovation Alliance, universities and businesses aims to bridge a gap in tech skills.
https://www.nashvillepost.com/business/amazon-partnership-looks-to-expand-tech-skills-in-nashville/article_1cd2caf3-0caa-4793-853a-7e1a787af1ab.html

Cloud computing, AI programs the focus of new tech partnership to grow student opportunities

CoreCivic finalizes two contracts with ICE

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Nashville Post @nashvillepost.com · 15d

CoreCivic announced Monday it has been awarded two contracts with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
https://www.nashvillepost.com/business/area_stocks/corecivic-finalizes-two-contracts-with-ice/article_77ff1bb7-b903-4e20-8024-db3527277c1e.html

Brentwood-based private prison operator projects $190M in annual revenue via pair of facilities

Lipscomb Academy Sees Staff Shakeup After Students' Charlie Kirk Tribute

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 18d

On Friday morning, parents, alumni and students gathered at Lipscomb Academy in support of principal Jesse Savage, who has come under fire for his handling of students who sought to honor slain right-wing provocateur Charlie Kirk.

Parents allege that country star John Rich is behind a move to oust private school principal who enforced dress code policy

Freddie O’Connell Marks Two Years as Mayor

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 19d

A transit referendum, the East Bank and Metro-state tension are among the defining issues of Mayor Freddie O'Connell's first two years in office.

Transit referendum, East Bank, Metro-state tension are among defining issues of term's first half