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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Travel and Outdoors
It’s National Pollinator Week — here are a few ways to get involved in Nashville
Show your support for pollinators by participating in special events, planting native species, and backing local beekeepers.
June 17, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
How to celebrate 615 Day in Nashville
Happy 615 Day, Nashville. Music City’s very own day offers celebrations, deals for locals, and more.
June 13, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
How to score up to 50% off Southwest flights out of Nashville
This Southwest Airlines deal is flying away soon — on Thursday, June 13, to be exact. Here’s what to know if you want to book a flight out of Music City.
June 11, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
The exterior of the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, TN, with a cutouts of musicians on the window and the museum's motto "Come & See What You've Heard."
Culture
Musicians take center stage at this Nashville museum
In celebration of the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum’s 18th anniversary on Sunday, June 9, we look back at its roots in Music City and what you’ll find in the exhibit halls today.
June 5, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A small mushroom sculpture with a red and white polka dotted top tucked away in greenery.
Culture
Go on a mushroom art scavenger hunt in Middle Tennessee
Several regional artists are participating in Game of Shrooms, a global art event, on Saturday, June 8.
June 5, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A telescope set up in a field and a partly cloudy sky as dusk.
Events
Relive summer camp days at these 4 Nashville events
Summer camp isn’t just for kids, you know. Here’s how to relive the days of roasting marshmallows, stargazing, and making crafts.
June 3, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Try this: Nashville’s Summer Roll Out Bakery Crawl
Nashville cafes and bakeries are rolling out special treats just in time for summer, available through Saturday, June 15.
June 3, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Two loaded sub sandwiches stacked on top of each other and placed in front of a boom box.
Food
New Nashville sandwich concept wants to pump up the jams
JamBox Sandwich Shop, opening June 19 at Fait la Force Brewing, is inspired by hits from the 80s and 90s.
May 30, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
People crossing a busy intersection in front of Bridgestone Arena in downtown Nashville.
City
Nashville had another record year of visitor spending in 2023
Plus, the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp shares how many visitors we can expect over the next decade and how much they will spend.
May 28, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Sports
Experience the new Nissan Stadium at Titans House
The next best thing to stepping inside the new stadium has arrived at Titans House — but you’ll have to wait your turn.
May 22, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
Where to find The Peach Truck around Nashville this summer
Look forward to peach season every year? We have good news. The Peach Truck is gearing up to bring fresh, ripe peaches to Music City.
May 17, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A sketch rendering of an eight-story hotel with cars driving on the street.
Development
Hotel planned for Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood
The hotel would rise eight stories at 1500 3rd Ave. N. and include 4,000 sqft of commercial space.
May 16, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
The John Siegenthaler Pedestrian Bridge spans the Cumberland River.
City
Mayor Freddie O’Connell delivers first State of Metro address
Mayor O’Connell’s State of Metro speech focused on four initiatives — the spending plan, the operating budget, transit funding, and the East Bank.
May 14, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A vendor set up for business inside a market-style building with a counter and display sign reading "Sweet Music City Candy Co."
Food
Two new dessert spots open at Nashville Farmers Market
Nosh Desserts and Sweet Music City Candy Co. are located inside the Market House.
May 14, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Where to find fluffy, buttery biscuits in Nashville
Whether you prefer biscuits plain, smothered in gravy, or as a sandwich, you have options in Music City.
May 10, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
How to score $25 concert tickets in Nashville
Live Nation’s annual Concert Week is back through Tuesday, May 14. This year, 100+ Nashville concerts qualify for the $25 promotion — but tickets are going fast.
May 8, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Events
Calling all whiskey lovers: Your guide to Whiskey Week
Keep your spirits high at Middle Tennessee’s Whiskey Week, which kicks off Sunday, May 12.
May 8, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Franklin Italian restaurant Culaccino is coming to Nashville
The eatery from Frank Pullara will arrive at Nashville Yards in summer 2025.
May 2, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Trivia nights around Nashville
Assemble a team and head to trivia at these restaurants and breweries. Plus, help us add to this list.
April 30, 2024
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Tennessee Centennial
Culture
A look back at the Tennessee Centennial Exposition in 1897
The six-month celebration featured theme days, parades, and exhibits recognizing the state’s leading industries.
April 30, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A child ziplining in a wooded area with an adult standing on platform in the background.
Culture
Mother’s Day happenings in Nashville
Mom’s special day is coming up on Sunday, May 12. Show the mother figure in your life some love with these 10 happenings in Music City.
April 26, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A group of 12 ballet dancers performing on stage in "Nashville's Nutcracker."
Culture
Nashville Ballet leaps into new season with 6 productions
Led by Artistic Director Nick Mullikin, the new season offers timeless classics such as “Nashville’s Nutcracker” and “The Sleeping Beauty.”
April 22, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Culture
Where to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Nashville
We rounded up local book events to attend on Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 27.
April 22, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Sports
Nashville Kats are back to action in Music City
On November 1, 2023, the Arena Football League announced the highly anticipated return of the Nashville Kats for the 2024 season. Now, they’re ready to play.
April 18, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Business
Shop local: Nashville’s 2nd Avenue is open for business
Here’s where to shop, eat, and experience downtown Nashville as 2nd Avenue rebuilds through 2025.
April 16, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
State parks and natural areas to explore around Nashville
Hit the trails on your own time or bookmark upcoming events, including a night hike, backpacking trip, and caving adventure.
April 8, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Food
Asked: Nashville’s best brewery bites
The food is just as good as the beer at craft breweries across Nashville.
April 8, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
View of the 2017 solar eclipse captured in Gordonsville, Tennessee on Aug. 21, 2017.
Events
Where to watch the April solar eclipse in Nashville
Music City isn’t in the path of totality this time (who remembers where they were on Aug. 21, 2017?), but the region will see 95% coverage at its peak.
April 6, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
A red coffee mug reading "Tim Hortons" next to a plated donut.
Business
Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons expanding to Middle Tennessee
Plans are in the works for two Tim Hortons in Mt. Juliet — but the Volunteer State could be getting 40+ more locations in the years to come.
April 4, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Dwayne The Rock Johnson posed in fron of Tootsies in Nashville.
Culture
Did you know Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson called Nashville home?
The actor and WWE Superstar is back in the ring this weekend for WrestleMania 40. We’re looking back on his time in Music City.
April 2, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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