Dylan Aycock

Dylan Aycock

Senior City Editor, NASHtoday

Dylan is based in Nashville, TN and has worked in local media since 2015. In her free time, she enjoys spending her weekends at the Belcourt Theatre and strolling through Centennial Park with her dog, Ranger.

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Real Estate
Checking in on Nashville’s River North district
As The Landings at River North nears completion, a new development will bring additional retail, residential, and office space to the East Bank.
November 22, 2024
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Play
Nashville’s must-see museums
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or budding scientist, these museums in Nashville, TN have plenty to explore.
November 22, 2024
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Food
Nashville’s East Bank is reeling in a new seafood restaurant
The Salt Line will serve staples from its original menu in Washington, DC, along with “reimagined seafood classics” inspired by the Nashville area.
November 20, 2024
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Business
A new kind of playground is coming to downtown Nashville
Play Playground is expanding beyond Las Vegas with a new Nashville location on 2nd Avenue.
November 20, 2024
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Food
Jump for joy: Sean Brock’s Joyland expands to West Nashville
Crinkle or curly fries? No need to choose — Joyland serves both, along with burgers, shakes, and biscuits.
November 18, 2024
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Culture
These Nashville holiday pop-ups make the season more festive
It’s holiday pop-up season. We’ve rounded up festive places to drink and be merry in Music City.
November 18, 2024
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Real Estate
What to know about downtown Franklin’s next major development
The Margin District will bring new living, working, shopping, and dining options to downtown Franklin in 2027.
November 14, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
615 Indie Live announces initial lineup of performers
The new one-day festival on Saturday, Feb. 1 celebrates two things that make Music City what it is: local artists and independent music venues.
November 12, 2024
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Food
Start your morning at these Nashville breakfast spots
Sometimes we all need a little breakfast inspiration, so we’re helping out with a list of Nashville spots that open at 6, 7, and 8 a.m.
November 8, 2024
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Culture
NASHtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 7, 2024
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City
What’s next for Nashville’s ‘Choose How You Move’ transit plan
On Nov. 5, Nashvillians approved Mayor Freddie O’Connell’s transit plan to establish dedicated funding for projects across the city.
November 6, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Take in Nashville’s fall foliage on these guided hikes and tours
Join other Nashvillians for fall leaf peeping or explore local parks on your own with our guide.
November 4, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Where to dine-in and carry-out Thanksgiving dinner
Turkin’ 9 to 5 — here’s a list of Nashville businesses serving up Thanksgiving dishes this year.
November 4, 2024
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Culture
‘Tis the season: Holiday concerts and plays in Nashville
Nashville’s concert venues and performing arts spaces are getting festive this holiday season.
October 31, 2024
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Culture
Nashville buildings that belong in a Halloween movie
Uncover ghoulish architecture features that make a place look haunted and find out where to see a few around town.
October 29, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Estate sale hunting in Nashville
It’s time to explore a new-to-you neighborhood — and do a little estate sale shopping in the process.
October 27, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
A last minute guide for celebrating Halloween in Nashville
Looking for a scary good time? We have you covered this Halloween.
October 25, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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City
New renderings, construction timeline revealed for Fort Negley
Work on Fort Negley Park improvements — including more green space, stonework repairs, and new interpretation areas — could begin next spring.
October 23, 2024
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Culture
ECHO is a concert series like no other in Nashville
The Parthenon will transform into one of Nashville’s most unique concert venues this winter.
October 21, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
MLB player Mookie Betts standing on a baseball field with a glove in hand.
Sports
A Nashvillian is playing in the World Series
Before Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder and two-time World Series champion Mookie Betts made it to the big leagues, he was hitting home runs at Nashville’s John Overton High School.
October 21, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
4 international flights departing from Nashville in spring 2025
The new nonstop international flights will take Nashvillians to Iceland, Ireland, and beyond.
October 17, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
At Urban Dog Bar, there’s fun for furry friends and humans alike
Say hello — ahem, woof — to a new dog park and bar in the Nations.
October 17, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Prepare your palate for these Nashville food festivals
Hungry for more fall festivals in Music City? Here are three food-focused events to put on your calendar in October and November.
October 15, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
Luke Combs’ new Nashville bar, Category 10, sets opening date
Fans of Luke Combs will have access to all four indoor entertainment spaces on Saturday, Nov. 2, followed by the rooftop bar in early 2025.
October 14, 2024
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Culture
What’s in store for the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th birthday in 2025
Does anyone have a spare 100 candles? The Grand Ole Opry is going all out for its 100th anniversary in 2025.
October 13, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Two dogs dressed in costume (one as a box of butter and the other a cherry pie) at a 5k race with a few participants standing around the pups.
Travel and Outdoors
Lace up for these fall races around Music City
Leaf your competition in the dust at these nine fall races in October, November, and December.
October 11, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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City
By the numbers: hubNashville
We’re revisiting Nashville’s one-stop customer service portal as it surpasses seven years of delivering support + sharing a few key stats.
October 9, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Try something new at Nashville’s arts and craft classes for adults
Sometimes finding your creative spark takes a little guidance — these craft classes will teach you new skills while connecting you with talented local artists.
October 9, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Looking back at Coldplay’s Nashville concerts ahead of their 2025 return
The band’s July 22, 2025 Nashville concert will feature a “mystery guest” to be announced in the coming months.
October 8, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
New York Times’ 25 best Nashville restaurants named
Did a favorite restaurant of yours make the publication’s Nashville list? If not, which spot do you think should be included next time?
October 7, 2024
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