Skylar

Skylar Webb

Senior City Editor

Skylar is based in Nashville, TN. After graduating from the University of Missouri – Columbia’s broadcast journalism program in 2020 (and a stint in New York City with NBC News before that), Skylar moved to Kansas City, MO to help launch KCtoday. When she’s not writing, you can find Skylar flipping through racks at the thrift store, catching a late-night concert, or frequenting a vibey East Nashville cocktail bar.

A black and white photo of five people working on a machine filled with Goo Goos.
Food
Clueing you in on the Cluster: The making of Nashville’s combination candy bar
Goo Goo Cluster is celebrating its downtown brick-and-mortar’s 10th anniversary this fall, coinciding with the brand’s 112th birthday.
October 8, 2024
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A closeup of the back of a bar, filled with bottles of liquor on its shelves and Halloween-inspired decor. Fake cobwebs hang from the ceiling above.
Culture
Dust off your broomsticks and fly to Nashville’s fall-themed pop-up bars
Nashville’s pop-up scene just got a lot more festive with the addition of new themed bars and hidden speakeasies.
October 4, 2024
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A rendering of eight outdoor umbrellas over multiple tables on a patio, which is separated from the walkway by side-by-side planters.
Real Estate
This Canada-based restaurant is cooking in Nashville Yards
Earls will open in late 2025 on the first floor of the forthcoming live music venue, The Pinnacle.
October 2, 2024
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A bar area with about 15 barstools and place settings in front of each chair.
Food
Get a taste of Restaurant Week in Green Hills
The annual foodie event is back with 11 participating restaurants serving special menus and discounts from Monday, Sept. 30 through Sunday, Oct. 6.
September 30, 2024
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A wood and marble counter holding coffee equipment with a blue awning over it covered in greenery and holding a shelf filled with alcohol bottles.
Business
Step into Stay Golden’s new cafe space in the Nations
The restaurant and coffee shop said goodbye to its Sidco Drive location on Labor Day weekend before preparing the former Harding House Brewing Co. space for its Sept. 26 opening day.
September 26, 2024
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Real Estate
How difficult is it to buy a home in Fort Worth?
This NBC tool utilizes home prices, interest rates, and availability (among other factors) to determine just how difficult it is to buy a home in Tarrant County.
September 26, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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Sports
A guide to the Nashville Predators’ 2024 NHL season
Hockey is back — here’s how to stream the games, navigate the schedule like a pro, and cheer on the Nashville Predators this 2024-2025 NHL season.
September 25, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
Someone holding a program that says "welcome to Stardust Drive-In Theatre" in front of a blank outdoor movie screen.
Culture
This drive-in movie theater near Nashville brings all the nostalgia
About 45 minutes southeast of Music City is Stardust Drive-In Theatre, an old school way to watch new flicks under the stars of Watertown, TN.
September 24, 2024
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A wooden staircase with two small table and chair sets on the ground level beside it.
Business
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown gets a multi-million dollar upgrade
The high-rise hotel and restaurant has been a fixture of the Nashville skyline since 1975, but suite, meeting space, and communal area renovations bring an all-new feel.
September 24, 2024
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A view looking down the sidewalk next to Bridgestone Arena. You can see the Pinnacle and Bridgestone buildings as the sun starts to set.
City
Asked: What makes you proud of Nashville?
Reddit really has us teary-eyed with this one. To continue the conversation (and spread even more positivity), look back to the last decade and pinpoint your pride, Nashville.
September 20, 2024
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A dragon boat filled with paddlers makes its way down the Cumberland River with the downtown skyline in the background.
Events
Watch dragon boats race down the Cumberland River
The Cumberland River Compact’s 16th annual Dragon Boat Festival is back on Saturday, Oct. 5
September 20, 2024
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The exterior of The Hermitage Hotel on a sunny day. A car is parked in front of the building.
Travel and Outdoors
Staycation? Consider Nashville’s three Michelin Key-ranked hotels
Michelin Guide released its second iteration of “best hotels” across the US, and not only did seven Tennessee spots make the list, three of them are located right here in Nashville.
September 18, 2024
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An aerial of the end of Broadway with Acme and the Hard Rock Cafe in view as cars drive down the street.
Real Estate
Nailing down Nashville’s celebrity-branded developments
In recent years, Nashville’s bar scene from Broadway to Midtown has gotten a little more star-studded. Here’s what celebrity bars are open and what’s to come.
September 18, 2024
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Groups of people sit at two-top tables talking. You can see portions of last year's Wilburn Street Tavern in the background.
City
It’s a parking lot party: Nashville set to reveal its second permanent parklet
Head to Bagelshop in Donelson on Saturday, Sept. 21 for Nashville’s annual PARK(ing) Day celebration, which will feature a block party and this year’s completed parklet.
September 16, 2024
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A top down photo of a single taco, plate of chips accompanied by guac, menu, nachos with guac, and cocktail sporting a hot pink flower garnish.
Food
Nashville Taco Tuesday must haves
Add this to the list of things that we don’t taco ‘bout enough. Nashville might be known for its meat-and-threes and hot chicken, but the taco scene will guac your taste buds, too.
September 16, 2024
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13 people hold shovels in the dirt and pose for a photo with construction equipment and an "In-N-Out Tennessee" sign behind them.
Business
Here’s the dirt: In-N-Out broke ground, beginning Tennessee expansion
Officials held a ceremony signaling the start of construction on the California burger chain’s first Tennessee restaurant and corporate office in Franklin on Tuesday, Sept. 10.
September 12, 2024
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An aerial view of Nashville Superspeedway.
Sports
Your ticket to Big Machine Music City Grand Prix in downtown Nashville
The IndyCar race temporarily moved ~30 miles east of Music City, but SiriusXM and Freedom Friday festivities will keep you in the action this weekend.
September 10, 2024
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A hot drink topped with cinnamon in a mug on a table surrounded by fall florals, decorative pumpkins, and a candle.
Food
Munch and sip your way through Nashville fall with these seasonal creations
From coffee and alcoholic bevys to sweet treats — these specialty menu items will get you into the fall spirit.
September 10, 2024
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A black and white streetview of the exterior of the Cain-Sloan building. Many people are crossing the street surrounding it.
Business
Two key players in the department store scene started in Nashville
Music City has always been making moves. Nashville-based businesses Cain-Sloan and Castner-Knott played a big role in the thriving malls of Music City’s past, often serving as anchor stores. Let’s look at those timelines.
September 6, 2024
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A white house in Raleigh, NC
Real Estate
How difficult is it to buy a home in Raleigh?
This NBC tool utilizes home prices, interest rates, and availability (among other factors) to determine just how difficult it is to buy a home in Raleigh.
September 6, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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Real Estate
How difficult is it to buy a home in Charlotte?
This NBC tool utilizes home prices, interest rates, and availability (among other factors) to determine just how difficult it is to buy a home in Mecklenburg County.
September 6, 2024
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Brianna Williams
White home with blue door and black roof tucked behind landscaping. A concrete walkway leads up to the front door. Wild lavender and a large tree are in the front yard with a for sale sign.
Real Estate
How difficult is it to buy a home in Winston-Salem?
This NBC tool utilizes home prices, interest rates, and availability (among other factors) to determine just how difficult it is to buy a home in Forsyth County.
August 30, 2024
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Brianna Williams
A view of two bus bays connected to an enclosed waiting room by a series of paved sidewalks.
City
WeGo unveils new transit center in North Nashville
The center named for Nashville, TN civil rights activist Dr. Ernest Rip Patton, Jr. also features historical elements, including a timeline of key stops along the route.
August 29, 2024
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Five people sit in white chairs on a stage in front of of an electronic projector that reads, "3686 10th annual festival."
Business
7 opportunities only available at the state’s largest entrepreneur conference
Launch Tennessee’s 3686 event returns to Nashville, TN for three days of specialty programming geared toward entrepreneurs across the tech, investment, leadership spheres — and beyond.
August 29, 2024
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Butch Wilmore positioned between two walls of the ISS wearing a headlamp and typing on a computer tablet.
Travel and Outdoors
The latest on Middle Tennessee native Butch Wilmore’s return from space
Butch Wilmore, who is originally from Mt. Juliet, will remain at the International Space Station alongside fellow astronaut Suni Williams until February, according to NASA’s most recent update.
August 27, 2024
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A black and white close-up photograph of two members of the Beetles.
Culture
Frist Art Museum unveils its 2025 exhibition schedule
From paintings and mixed media to sculptures and photography, there’s a lot in store for the new year at the Frist Art Museum.
August 27, 2024
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The Yard at oneC1TY with the arched metal Summer Shakespeare stage and a tower with a Nashville Shakespeare Festival banner.
Events
The Nashville Summer Shakespeare Festival is back just ‘As You Like It’
Shake up the end of your warm weather fun by adding Summer Shakespeare to your weekend calendar. The event returns for its 36th season beginning Aug. 29.
August 23, 2024
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A view of an empty PNC Plaza with a Ryman tour sign in the right of the frame.
Culture
Live from Ryman Auditorium’s PNC Plaza: Sidewalk Sessions
The free-to-attend pre-show concert series returns to the iconic venue for nine weeks this fall.
August 23, 2024
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the asheville city skyline with mountains in the distance
Real Estate
How difficult is it to buy a home in Asheville?
This NBC tool utilizes home prices, interest rates, and availability (among other factors) to determine just how difficult it is to buy a home in Buncombe County.
August 22, 2024
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Brianna Williams
A professional hockey game being played in an arena with hundreds of fans, many wearing navy blue and yellow, in attendance.
Sports
Nashville Predators release 2024-2025 season promo schedule
Promotions include up to 30 theme nights, giveaways, and celebrations throughout the season, which kicks off Oct. 10 at Bridgestone Arena.
August 22, 2024
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