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Nashville’s alternative-weekly newspaper, covering state and local politics, music, food, the arts and more. https://www.nashvillescene.com/

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 6d

This week’s cover story from contributor Margaret Littman: After a century, the ‘Grand Ole Opry’ is Nashville’s most enduring icon — and faces the challenge of remaining relevant into its next century.

The 'Grand Ole Opry' Remains Nashville’s Most Enduring Icon

The Music City institution celebrates a century of ballads and sing-alongs

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 7h

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

Campus Crowd Demands Vanderbilt Reject Trump Deal

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

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 10h

Ahead of influential rockers Modest Mouse’s show at The Pinnacle, we catch up with frontman Isaac Brock about process, personal growth, new music in the works and more.

Modest Mouse’s Isaac Brock: The Cream Q&A

Catching up with the acclaimed rock frontman ahead of the band’s show at The Pinnacle.

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 14h

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

Justin Pearson Will Run for Memphis Congressional Seat

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

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 16h

Whiskey Wednesday: A dozen members of The Tennessee Whiskey Trail have come together to create a unique offering.

Whiskey Wednesday: The Tennessee Collective Bottle Series

A dozen members of The Tennessee Whiskey Trail have come together to create a unique offering

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 1d

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.

Aftyn Behn Wins 7th Congressional District Democratic Primary

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

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Still a close race in the Democratic primary for the 7th Congressional District seat.

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 1d

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

Matt Van Epps Wins 7th Congressional District Republican Primary

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

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D. Patrick Rodgers @dpatrickrodgers.bsky.social · 1d

The Associated Press has called the Republican primary in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District for Matt Van Epps.

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 1d

It's 7 p.m. and the polls are closed in the 7th Congressional District's special primary elections. Stay tuned to nashvillescene.com for more on the results.

7th Congressional District

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D. Patrick Rodgers @dpatrickrodgers.bsky.social · 1d

Per tradition: @nashvillescene.com Election Night Pizza for the 7th Congressional District primaries. From Smith & Lentz, naturally.

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 1d

The team behind Barrel Proof Nashville gives the Scene an exclusive peek at Love's Alibi, their forthcoming neighborhood bar in The Gulch.

Love's Alibi Gets Ready to Open

The team behind Barrel Proof Nashville provides an exclusive peek at their forthcoming neighborhood bar in The Gulch

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 1d

Loved ones will celebrate former Bloomy Rind proprietor Kathleen Cotter’s life this weekend.

Memorial Service Slated for Kathleen Cotter

The former Bloomy Rind proprietor's life will be celebrated with chips and queso on Oct. 11

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It's primary Election Day in the 7th Congressional District, and polls close at 7 p.m.! You can find all of the Scene's coverage of this special election here.

7th Congressional District

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 2d

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.

Petition Seeks to Remove Councilmember Rollin Horton From Office

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

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 2d

In our live-review column The Spin: Hometown art-punk heroes Snooper bring their high-octane show to Eastside Bowl, celebrating their new LP ‘Worldwide’ with help from Pressure Heaven and massie99.

Snooper Goes ‘Worldwide' at Eastside Bowl

From our live-review column The Spin: Pressure Heaven and massie99 joined in the art-punk aces' album release celebration.

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 2d

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.

White House Asks Vanderbilt to Align Policies for Funding Advantages

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

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 2d

The team behind well-loved East Nashville restaurants Noko and Kase x Noko is planning a third restaurant in the West End site last home to Tin Angel.

Noko Owners Plan Third Restaurant

Kuya to occupy long-vacant Tin Angel space on West End

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 2d

Monday Menu: Connie’s seeks the top dog, while M.L. Rose, 8th & Roast and Big Table all share some news bites. Chris Chamberlain has the details.

Monday Menu: Good Dog Edition

Connie's seeks the top dog, while M.L. Rose, 8th & Roast and Big Table all share some news bites

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 2d

Many times throughout American history, those in power have terrorized and destroyed parts of the country. Writes Betsy Phillips, it always affects us all.

The American Crisis — Same as It Ever Was

Many times throughout American history, those in power have terrorized and destroyed parts of the country. It always affects us all.

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 3d

Critic's Pick: "The Unbannable Library Project, as it is now known, is going to be all over the city during this year’s Banned Books Week, which runs from Oct. 5 through 11."

Critic's Pick: Unbannable Library Project

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 3d

Critic's Pick: "If your understanding of St. Francis of Assisi is limited to the annual Blessing of the Animals, you’re missing out on a truly radical message of humility, compassion and reverence for all creation."

Critic's Pick: 'Canticles: Songs of Brother Sun and Sister Moon'

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 3d

Critic's Pick: "Chefs Mikey Corona and Jesse Valenciana are coming together at Casa Azafrán’s Mesa Komal culinary incubator for a unique Sunday brunch."

Critic's Pick: Mezcla — A Mexico City Style Interactive Brunch Experience

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 4d

Critic's Pick: "In its second year, the free festival takes place over the weekend at New Heights Brewing Company downtown as well as at Regal Green Hills."

Critic's Pick: Nashville Horror Film Festival

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 4d

Critic's Pick: Ellie Caudill’s show at Julia Martin Gallery has expanded to include works by two Alabama-based artists — Natasha Sud and Merrilee Challiss.

Critic's Pick: 'Leaves in the River'

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Nashville Scene @nashvillescene.com · 4d

Critic's Pick: "Whether you’re a graphic novel fan, an experienced cartoonist or an amateur doodler looking to make your way into a new community, here’s an opportunity to meet some like-minded creative folks."

Critic's Pick: Nashville Comic Arts Festival

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