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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Culture
Find your third place in Nashville
Third places are public, informal gathering spaces that you frequent in your community. We’re here to get your recommendations and help others find their third place.
August 16, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Culture
Your guide to the 2024 Nashville Film Festival
Lights, camera, action. Here’s what to know about the annual film festival held at multiple venues across the Nashville area.
August 16, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A wide view looking down on the lobby area at Nashville Public Library's Main Branch with art hanging on the walls on the second floor and circulation desks on the first floor.
City
How to navigate the Main Library’s 2-month closure
Nashville Public Library is gearing up for maintenance at its flagship location at 615 Church St. The branch will temporarily close beginning Aug. 19.
August 14, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Frist Art Museum unveils new dining concept, Cafe Cheeserie
Nashville’s The Grilled Cheeserie is opening a new cafe inside the Frist Art Museum on Sept. 5. Expect beloved classics + museum-exclusive creations.
August 14, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A map graphic of multiple interstates in the Nashville area, with a 26-mile stretch of I-24 between Nashville and Murfreesboro highlighted in blue.
Airports and Transportation
Here is what’s going on with the I-24 Southeast Choice Lanes project
The I-24 Southeast Choice Lanes project would construct new, optional toll lanes on I-24 between Nashville and Murfreesboro.
August 8, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Join local vinyl collectors at Nashville’s Record Store Crawl
If you love vinyl and shopping local, clear your schedule on Saturday, Aug. 10. Nashville is one of seven US cities to host a 2024 Record Store Crawl event.
August 6, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
People dressed in red walk in the Tomato Art Fest parade with a banner that reads "The Tomato-A Uniter, not a Divider, bringing together fruits and vegetables."
Events
Your guide to East Nashville’s Tomato Art Fest
The event celebrating all things tomato returns to Five Points on Friday, Aug. 9 from 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
August 6, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Three purple WeGo busses are parked in an empty lot downtown with the Downtown Nashville skyline in the background and clear skies.
Travel and Outdoors
Transit referendum to appear on Nashville’s November ballot
The plan includes 86 miles of sidewalk improvements, round-the-clock bus service, traffic safety enhancements, and more.
August 2, 2024
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Skylar Webb
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Culture
How to have a brat summer in Nashville
Thanks to Charli XCX’s hit pop album, we’re here to decode why “brat” is all over the airwaves, internet, and right outside your front door.
August 2, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A coffee shop's exterior with a red and yellow sign reading "Frothy Monkey."
Food
Cool beans: How you can celebrate 20 years of Frothy Monkey
What began as a small coffeehouse in Nashville’s emerging 12 South neighborhood has grown into a bustling all-day cafe with locations throughout the city and beyond.
July 31, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
Nominate your favorite big tree in Nashville’s annual contest
Nashville Tree Foundation is looking for the county’s largest (and oldest) trees as part of its Big Old Tree Contest — which dates back to 1988.
July 26, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Four dreamy spots for afternoon tea around Nashville
From a cozy cottage to a hotel steeped in history, these four spots offer soothing sips (and sweet and savory bites) to remember.
July 25, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
How to make the most of Tennessee’s tax-free weekend
Now’s the time to shop for clothing, school supplies, and computers. Here’s how to navigate Tennessee’s annual tax-free holiday like a pro.
July 25, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A crowd of people fill a street as they work on painting a crosswalk to resemble the Pride flag.
City
Tactical urbanism: What is it and where can you find it in Nashville?
NDOT’s new tactical urbanism program, which supports temporary community-led transportation projects, has us digging into the concept’s role in Music City.
July 24, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Two pickle-themed beverages with neon green hues, both garnished with a pickle and placed next to a pickleball and a pickleball paddle.
Food
A pickleball cocktail? Yes, you can score this beverage in Nashville
Bobby Nashville’s Rooftop Lounge is inviting pickleball fans to dink and drink this summer — responsibly, of course.
July 23, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A sign reading "Olympics in Paris" above a gated entrance to a bar area.
Business
You don’t have to leave Nashville to celebrate the 2024 Paris Olympics
It’s the next best thing to spending two weeks in Paris — no plane ticket required. Here’s what to know about local watch parties, themed events, and more.
July 23, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Block letters of "TEDxNashville" on a stage
Culture
TEDxNashville brings ‘ideas worth spreading’ to Music City
Tap, tap — is this thing on? Get ready for an afternoon of inspiring talks from 10+ speakers.
July 19, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A holiday movie being filmed outdoors in downtown Franklin, TN, with production crew members holding cameras and mics. Some trees in the background are decorated with ornaments.
Culture
A ‘Little Women'-inspired holiday movie is filming in Franklin
Christmas in July? While there’s no snow in the forecast, don’t be surprised if you see downtown Franklin decked out for the holidays a few months early.
July 17, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A bird's eye perspective of downtown Nashville, with 15+ skyscrapers, Riverfront Park, and a small section of the Cumberland River bank in view.
City
What is Nashville’s Neighborhood Ambassador Academy?
If selected for Metro’s Neighborhood Ambassador Academy, you could become your neighborhood’s own superhero. Let us explain.
July 11, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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City
Nashville’s independent music venue study has arrived, and here are some of the findings
The Nashville Independent Venues Study arose from a resolution adopted by Metro Council in 2021 to identify policies that would support the future of independent music venues.
July 11, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A fan holds up the rock on sign while Brothers Osborne performs on the Nissan Stadium stage with two larger than life skeletons.
Culture
Red Bull Jukebox to make its US debut in Nashville — here’s how you can curate the show
The setlist is in your hands, Nashville. No really, it is. Here’s what to know about Red Bull Jukebox when it comes to town on Oct. 2, 2024.
July 9, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A view of Nashville's Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge above the Cumberland River.
Culture
Cities most like Nashville, according to AI
We asked ChatGPT which travel destinations are most similar to Nashville, TN. See what the artificial intelligence program said.
July 9, 2024
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Kate Mazade
Over 10 "I Voted" stickers spread out on a flat surface.
City
Voter guide for the Aug. 1 election in Davidson County
Election Day is around the corner. Mark these important dates on your calendar and familiarize yourself with early voting locations, what’s on the ballot, and more.
July 7, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these local food deals
Enjoy a delicious Independence Day in Nashville with discounted bites and specialty items offered across town.
July 3, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
Nashville International Airport introduces new visitor pass
Ready for a culinary journey through BNA without the jet lag? Here’s how you can dine at the airport, greet loved ones, and more with a BNA PASSport.
July 1, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A food basket lined with red and white checkered paper with a piece of hot chicken, star-shaped bread, pickles, and an American flag pick.
Food
Music City Hot Chicken Festival is bringing the heat
The 18th annual foodie event celebrating all things hot chicken returns to Nashville’s East Park on Thursday, July 4.
June 27, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Exterior angle of Raising Cane's new multi-level Lower Broadway location in downtown Nashville with traffic flowing in both directions in front of the building and pedestrians on the sidewalk.
Food
Raising Cane’s unveils Nashville flagship on Lower Broadway
Want a side of Music City with your Caniac Combo? Here’s what to know about the downtown location, which opens on June 26.
June 25, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A hand holding up a glass of cider in front of a wood building with a sign reading "Cyanide Cider."
Business
First look at Cyanide Cider
There’s a new cidery on the scene in Music City, located off Nolensville Pike and two miles south of GEODIS Park.
June 23, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A bright covered cabana-style patio space with orange booths, colorful pillows, and tables and chairs.
Food
Sunset on Belcourt arriving in Hillsboro Village this summer
The new restaurant and cigar lounge will bring al fresco dining to 2000 Belcourt Ave. this summer. The restaurant opens Thursday, July 11.
June 19, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Exterior view of a two-story library building with "Nashville Public Library Donelson Branch" on the front.
City
Meet the new Donelson library branch
Nashville’s newest library officially opens Monday, June 24 at Donelson Plaza.
June 19, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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