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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No kidding: 25+ kid-friendly activities in Columbus
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Columbus has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
May 30, 2025
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Hanna Williford
A child touches a glass tank at the Woodland Park Zoo as a Humboldt Penguin swims up.
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Go Out and Play: Kid-Friendly Activities in Seattle
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Seattle has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
May 29, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A group of five children sit at a table outside at the Nasher Sculpture Center coloring on pieces of paper.
Play
Kid-friendly activities in Dallas
We’re highlighting the best kid-approved activities that Dallas has to offer — complete with art exploration, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
May 29, 2025
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Monica Garske
The curved brick building of the Neuhoff District in Nashville with people walking outside.
Real Estate
The winners of Nashville’s 49th annual Preservation Awards
It wouldn’t be National Preservation Month without the Metropolitan Historical Commission’s annual celebration of local preservation projects.
May 27, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Radnor Lake is a 1,367-acre natural area located in Davidson County.
Travel and Outdoors
The annual America’s State Parks Photo Contest is back
America’s State Parks announced its ninth annual photo contest, so we’re breaking down the rules, how to enter, and the judging criteria.
May 23, 2025
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Stephanie Freeman
A hand holding up a waffle ice cream cone with two scoops of ice cream, one bright green (pistachio) and the other bright pink (watermelon).
Culture
Your 2025 Nashville summer bucket list
Here are 10 must-do activities for your Nashville summer bucket list that are unique to the Middle Tennessee area and the summer season.
May 22, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A rendering of the exterior of the building with a view of the mini golf course, playground, and an outdoor seating area.
Sports
Tee time is ticking: What’s new in Nashville’s golf scene this year
From high-tech simulators to celebrity-backed courses, here’s what’s coming soon.
May 19, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A woman in a white dress sings into a microphone onstage with a band behind her in a scene from “Nashville.”
Culture
Belcourt turns 100 with a series spotlighting Nashville on film
The Belcourt Theater opens its centennial celebration with a film series on Nashville’s screen history — and there’s more ahead.
May 14, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A white restaurant building with a large red "S" on the side as well as eight patio tables and a turf lawn out front.
Food
SuperNormal brings chef-level burgers and dogs to Sylvan Park
This retro patio spot serves fast food favorites with a gourmet twist.
May 13, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
See inside The Patterson House and The Catbird Seat’s new digs
The Catbird Seat and The Patterson House, both Strategic Hospitality concepts, open at Paseo South Gulch this week.
May 13, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A pizza with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni next to a small salad bowl.
Food
These new Nashville pizza joints are hot out of the oven
From hot chicken to truffle pies, Nashville’s pizza scene just got a few new players.
May 9, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Aerial view of a lakeside water park with colorful slides, splash zones, a sandy beach, and floating obstacle course.
Travel and Outdoors
Make a splash at Nashville’s water attractions
With summer around the corner, here are three ways to cool off around Music City.
May 7, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
Our guide to shopping and dining in Nolensville
If you visit on Saturday, make plans to stop by the Nolensville Farmers Market for fresh produce and more.
May 1, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Nashville mayor Freddie O'Connell speaks at a podium during a formal event, with flags and an audience visible in the background.
City
Recap of Mayor Freddie O’Connell’s 2025 State of Metro address
What’s in store for the fiscal year 2026 budget? Read the highlights from the 2025 State of Metro address.
May 1, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
People standing around a historical marker that reads "Rock & Roll Hall of Fame landmark" dedicated to Nashville's Ryman Auditorium.
Culture
When the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees played Nashville
Before they made it to the Hall, these acts rocked Music City.
April 29, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Rendering of a redeveloped Bridgestone Arena with new buildings, LED displays, and a crowd outside.
Real Estate
Bridgestone Arena to undergo $650 million renovation by 2030
The Nashville Predators unveiled plans to transform the downtown arena with new retail and dining options, upgraded amenities, and two connected towers.
April 22, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
This app gives Nashvillians first dibs on surplus food
Too Good To Go connects people with businesses to help prevent food waste — and you get to save a few bucks in the process.
April 21, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
View of downtown Nashville skyline, with the AT&T building towering above other buildings lining Broadway.
City
Making sense of Davidson County’s 2025 property reappraisal
The 2025 property reappraisal is finalized, with countywide property values rising by a median of 45% since the last reappraisal in 2021.
April 21, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
An aerial view of downtown Nashville on a clear day. You can see the roof of Music City Center, as well as Nissan Stadium and the Batman Building further in the distance.
Sports
The biggest names in sports are coming to Nashville
Here’s what to know about the CAA World Congress of Sports, which will be held in Nashville for the first time April 21-23.
April 17, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Two people navigate a treetop ropes course in a forest with colorful autumn foliage.
Culture
Your guide to group experiences in Nashville
Here are some of the best ways to connect with friends, family, and co-workers in Music City — and have fun while doing so.
April 17, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A view of the Lyrid meteor showing in the night show.
Travel and Outdoors
Catch a glimpse of the Lyrid meteor shower
Keep an eye out for the Lyrid meteor shower in Nashville this month — just try to get to a darker area to really take it all in.
April 15, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A view of Otto's patio from the inside of the cocktail bar, showcasing the open door, picnic table seating, green barrel tables, and plants.
Business
30 of the best patios for outdoor dining in Nashville
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Nashville’s patios — which we’ve broken down by area.
April 14, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A side view of Nashville Earth Day participants standing in front of a stage as three people in a band perform.
Travel and Outdoors
All the free, eco-friendly fun you can have at Nashville Earth Day
The annual Earth Day event is hosted at Centennial Park’s Bandshell.
April 14, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
Nashville’s roots are strong after 30 years as a Tree City USA
These fast facts highlight how Music City has nourished its tree efforts over the past 30 years as a Tree City USA.
April 11, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A closeup of a bin of records labeled "new releases." In the background, you can see other long bins labeled "country," "soul," and "rock."
Business
Where to spin your way through Record Store Day
Fort Worth record stores are celebrating the big day with special releases, live music, local eats, and more.
April 10, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A record store with multiple rows of vinyl records and posters lining the wall.
Business
Where to spin your way through Record Store Day
Nashville record stores are celebrating the big day with special releases, live music, local eats, and more.
April 9, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Downtown Nashville traffic at the intersection of 4th Avenue North and Commerce.
City
Traffic signal changes coming to 108 downtown intersections
Here’s what to know about NDOT’s plan to improve safety and traffic flow at 108 intersections in the downtown core.
April 9, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
Including Oprah’s favorite eye mask and a No. 1 best-selling beard trimmer.
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People walk along Beale Street in Memphis at night, surrounded by neon signs and vibrant lights from bars and restaurants.
Travel and Outdoors
Nashville airport soars to 100 nonstop destinations, and there’s more on the way
The 55-minute flight from Nashville to Memphis marks Nashville International Airport’s 100th nonstop destination. By August, that number climbs to 114.
April 7, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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