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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Food
Where to try The New York Times list of food trends in Nashville
The publication put out its annual list of food trend predictions, but some forward-thinking Nashville spots are ahead of the game.
February 10, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Nashville’s newest food and wine festival is four days of flavors
Music City Food and Wine Festival will take over Centennial Park, local restaurants, and other foodie hotspots April 24-27, 2025.
February 6, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Sports
Nashville’s getting a Major League Pickleball team
Music City’s pickleball scene is going pro.
February 6, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Where to watch the Super Bowl in Winston-Salem
From big watch parties to major Super Bowl meal deals, these are the spots we’d head to for the big game.
February 6, 2025
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Brianna Williams
#20 Oren Burks for the Vanderbilt Commodores walking with other players before the game on Nov. 4, 2017.
Sports
Nashville connections to Super Bowl LIX you might not know
The 2025 Super Bowl is on Sunday, Feb. 9 featuring the Kansas City Chiefs vs. the Philadelphia Eagles. From players to commercials, there are a few Nashville connections to know.
February 4, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
The brick exterior of Nashville's Belcourt Theatre with five movie posters lined up and a sign reading "Belcourt."
Culture
Roll out the red carpet for Belcourt Theatre’s ‘Best Picture Marathon’
Celebrate the Academy Awards by catching nominated films at the Belcourt Theatre.
January 31, 2025
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Skylar Webb
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Food
Sip your way through this candy heart-inspired coffee crawl
The annual coffee crawl is back with even more limited-time drinks to keep you caffeinated until Valentine’s Day.
January 30, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Real Estate
Shoppers, get ready for a new outlet mall in Williamson County
Nashville Premium Outlets will be located in Thompson’s Station, a 30-minute drive south of downtown Nashville.
January 29, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
12 local Super Bowl specials to make your game day delicious
Tackle the 2025 Super Bowl with food options ranging from pizza and nachos to wings and dips.
January 29, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A cake display stand with gluten-free lemon olive oil muffin-style cakes inside with a person's hand placed on the lid.
Food
Sam Fox’s Flower Child restaurant to plant roots in Franklin
The restaurant by the 11-time James Beard nominated restaurateur is set to bloom in summer 2025 at Southside at McEwen, the Franklin shopping center anchored by Whole Foods.
January 27, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
The new sign, which says "BNA: Nashville International Airport," is located at the entrance of the airport.
Work
All you need to know about Nashville International Airport
To help make your entire process at the Nashville International Airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from parking and food to details on the airport’s nonstop flights.
January 27, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Five people sit in white chairs on a stage in front of of an electronic projector that reads, "3686 10th annual festival."
Business
Get connected with Nashville business and networking groups
Need a new job or connections for professional development? Try one of these networking opportunities in Nashville.
January 24, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Two crispy, patty-like chicken tenders drizzled in honey and topped with greens for presentation.
Food
Spice up your meal plans with Hot Chicken Week
How hot are you willing to go? Don’t worry, there are plenty of heat levels for your taste buds at participating restaurants during Hot Chicken Week.
January 24, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Real Estate
What’s next for Gaylord Opryland: A multi-million dollar expansion
The resort and convention center is undergoing interior and exterior updates through spring 2027.
January 23, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Nashville’s a finalist in national ‘Best City for Street Art’ poll
Nashville is one of 20 cities nominated for its street art scene.
January 23, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A rendering of an indoor golf facility with putting surfaces and greenery.
Sports
Indoor golf entertainment venue planned for South Nashville
Are you ready fore it? Here’s what to know about the golf venue, which is expected to open by the end of 2025.
January 21, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A up-close view of multicolored orchids.
Culture
Step into a floral wonderland this winter at Cheekwood
Orchids at Cheekwood (Jan. 25-March 2) brings sweeping displays to the Mansion and offers a variety of workshops hosted by The Cheekwood Gardening School.
January 21, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A restaurant's interior featuring a wood-paneled with a sign reading "Twenty First" and multiple dining tables spread throughout the room.
Food
Gallery: What’s on the menu at Twenty First
The new Hillsboro Village restaurant, located in the former KayBob’s Grill & Ale space, specializes in American cuisine made with local ingredients.
January 17, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A rendering of a hotel terrace with lounge chairs and round white tables overlooking neighborhood housing.
Real Estate
Nashville’s 12 South is set for its first hotel, The Gilmore
The new 12 South property operated by AvantStay is eyeing a spring opening at 1121 Gilmore Ave.
January 17, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Where to celebrate Dolly Parton’s birthday in Nashville
Grab your rhinestones — here are five ways to honor the Tennessee country music icon on her special day.
January 15, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
First look: Perfectly Fine in the Nations
The team behind Perfectly Fine (1105 51st Ave. N.) plans to keep the doors open “365 days a year” from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.
January 13, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
The Beatles and their connections to Music City
With drummer Ringo Starr returning to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, we thought we’d highlight a few notable Beatles ties to the area.
January 13, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
Black and white mural of Martin Luther King, Jr's face on the side of a brick building.
Events
Martin Luther King Jr. Day events in Nashville
MLK Day is commemorated on the third Monday in January. Here’s how you can honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy in Music City.
January 10, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
The downtown Nashville skyline showcasing the banks of the Cumberland River covered in snow and ice.
City
Snow day tips and resources for Nashville
Here we snow again. Below is what to know about navigating closures, snow plow routes, and weather updates.
January 9, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
An aerial view of an interstate heading into Nashville with heavy traffic congestion and the downtown skyline in the background.
Travel and Outdoors
This is how many hours Nashvillians spend in traffic
Nashville drivers lost an average of 63 hours to traffic in 2024, according to a study from INRIX.
January 9, 2025
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Skylar Webb
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Real Estate
Nashville developments we’re watching in 2025
Here we grow again. Nashville’s skyline is adding new hotels, office buildings, and mixed-use spaces in 2025.
January 7, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A wide shot of Nissan Stadium, home of the Tennessee Titans.
Sports
Huddle up: Super Bowl FanFest comes to Music City
The “first-of-its-kind” Super Bowl fan event is taking over NFL stadiums across the country, including Nissan Stadium in Nashville.
January 3, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A large crowd gathered around a stage in the distance with fireworks going off overhead.
Culture
Nashville’s New Year’s Eve events guide
Here’s where to ring in 2025 in Music City.
December 19, 2024
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Skylar Webb
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Play
Kid-friendly activities in Columbia
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Columbia, SC has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
December 18, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Recycling Christmas trees in Nashville
Here are a few ways to dispose of Christmas trees around Music City.
December 16, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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