Dylan Aycock

Dylan Aycock

Senior Newsletter Editor

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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Tennessee Titans hire head coach Brian Callahan
The news comes after the team interviewed as many as 10 candidates for the role throughout the month.
January 24, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Development
Breaking down 30 acres of Nashville’s East Bank
The riverfront area you see today could look much different in the future, according to preliminary plans for the East Bank.
January 23, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Our favorite vegan eats in Nashville
Find out where you can sample some of the best vegan delicacies in Music City.
January 19, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
This metal building with a patio is home to Pie Town Tacos, a Nashville-based taco shop.
Small Business
Supporting Nashville’s businesses after winter weather closures
Nashville shops and restaurants are back in business after inclement weather caused complete closures, delayed openings, and other roadblocks.
January 19, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Sports
Get ready for baseball season at Sound Check Fan Fest
Sound check, 1, 2, 3. Here’s what to know about the one-day fan event at First Horizon Park.
January 17, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Unwritten rules of Sacramento
Tell us you’re from Sac without telling us you’re from Sac.
January 16, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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History
The history of snow in Nashville
From dustings to blizzards, here are some snowtable fast facts about Nashville’s history with snow days.
January 12, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Sponsored
Try This: A Day in the Life at NOVEL Edgehill
From luxe amenities and community events to a rooftop pool view you’ll never forget, NOVEL Edgehill has thought of everything to make its apartments an ideal home.
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Airports and Transportation
Help NDOT design East Nashville’s new complete streets
Nashville is currently in the community engagement and design phases for the Gallatin Pike and Main Street Vision Plan.
January 11, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Bridgestone Arena debuts a new full-service restaurant
BetMGM Sports Lounge Restaurant & Bar’s menu showcases a fusion of classic American dishes with a local touch.
January 9, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Learn something new with University School of Nashville
Now in its 31st year, USN’s Evening Class Program returns with 60+ opportunities to learn from Nashville’s restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, and other professionals.
January 5, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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City
How to purchase a rain barrel through Metro Water Services
The popular sale is back for spring 2024.
January 3, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Kid-friendly activities in San Jose for winter break
From theme parks to cooking classes, educational options to DIY days, check out these kid-friendly activities in San Jose.
December 20, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
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Business
What’s new and coming soon to Nashville
As Nashville continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
December 20, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Help name the Nashville Zoo’s Sumatran tiger cubs
The three tiger cubs were born October 20 to Anne and Felix.
December 15, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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City
Nashville lands $13 million grant for Nolensville Pike
The $13 million comes to Nashville via the US Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All initiative. The department awarded $817 million to 385 communities in this funding round.
December 13, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Fun indoor activities to enjoy in Nashville
We’ve rounded up a few of Nashville’s indoor activities perfect for rainy days or wintertime.
December 13, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
Hey, remote workers: See inside The Malin Wedgewood Houston
The Malin’s first Nashville location offers 16,000 sqft of mixed seating to accommodate various work styles.
December 11, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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City
Ways to help those affected by Middle Tennessee tornadoes
This running list of resources includes wishlists to donate to, ways to volunteer your time, and shelters to stay safe following the deadly tornadoes that impacted the Middle Tennessee area on Saturday, Dec. 9.
December 10, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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Culture
Adults, here’s how you can stay late at Adventure Science Center
The science center will stay open until 8 p.m. for guests 18 and older on select nights this winter.
December 7, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
Food
Tex-Mex chain Torchy’s Tacos is expanding to Nashville
The Austin-based restaurant is eyeing a late 2024 opening in Midtown.
December 5, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Development
Let us answer your Nashville construction questions
If you’ve driven past high fences, work crews, and cranes and wondered what’s going on, don’t worry. Leave the construction investigating to us.
December 1, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Food
Put these 3 Nashville foodie events on your calender this December
🌮 Tacos, empanadas, and waffles — oh my.
November 29, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Airports and Transportation
Nashville International Airport introduces new short-term parking options
Beginning in December, those who are waiting to pick up friends and family at the airport will have additional parking options.
November 29, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Where to see tree lightings in the Nashville area
It’s tree lighting season, so we rounded up 11 opportunities to get festive in the Middle Tennessee area.
November 24, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Try This: A Demonbreun Street coffee crawl
Order a cup of joe at these six spots along Demonbreun — or should we say Demonbrewin — from Music Row to the riverfront.
November 21, 2023
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Fitness
Tennessee State Parks to host Day After Thanksgiving Hikes
We’ve rounded up nine free hikes within driving distance of Nashville.
November 17, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Fogo de Chão will open its first Tennessee location at Nashville Yards
The internationally-renowned Fogo de Chão steakhouse has signed a lease at the 19-acre Nashville Yards development.
November 15, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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City
Get connected: Nashville’s 10-year plan to improve downtown traffic
Connect Downtown is currently in the draft phase, meaning there’s still time to provide feedback before the plan is finalized.
November 15, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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Work
Made in Nashville: 17 things created in Music City
From fashion brands to confections, Nashville’s business scene is truly inspired.
November 13, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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