Monthly Archives: December, 2011
Happy Hour: One Leg To Stand On
- Governor Phil has actually stepped out to agree with the Jackson’s Bar & Bistro server who recently filed a complaint with TOSHA claiming that the restaurant’s decision to allow guns creates an unsafe work environment for staff. [WZTV]
- Lots of important things happening tomorrow! The most important is the deadline for applying for flood-related tax relief. The second would be that Music City Bowl tickets go on sale. [Tennessean & City Paper]
- Our neighbors up in Clarksville finally got their second sewer treatment plant working for the first time since the May flood. The city sustained around $14 million in damage. [Tennessean]
- A small earthquake–a 2.7 on the Richter scale–rocked East Tennessee yesterday. Well, it didn’t rock East Tennessee so much as it just gave them a gentle push. [Tennessean]
- It’s not every day we get to report on rapper feuds around here, so forgive our enthusiasm! Just when thought things couldn’t get any more dicey for Nashville rapper Young Buck, he’s apparently about to sue 50 Cent, G-Unit Inc. and some other people. [City Paper]
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Governor Phil has actually stepped out to agree with the Jackson’s Bar & Bistro server who recently filed a complaint with TOSHA claiming that the restaurant’s decision to allow guns creates an unsafe work environment for staff. [WZTV] Lots of important things happening tomorrow! The most important is the deadline for applying for flood-related tax [...]
Bright & Early: Sign Of The Times Edition
Good morning, Nashville. Belmont University has finally started construction on the multimillion-dollar sportsplex planned for Rose Park in the Edgehill neighborhood. The only problem is that someone keeps vandalizing the construction site by spraypainting, smashing headlights and peeing on building equipment. The complex, which has been controversial from the outset, will be open to the public and Belmont will be paying the city to use it for sporting events. It’s slated to be completed in February.
- Vigil in Murfreesboro. An estimated 200 people gathered in Murfreesboro last night to hold a candlelight vigil in support of the mosque, whose construction site was vandalized over the weekend.
- Walk bike Nashville. The group studying the bicycle and pedestrian situation in Nashville and recommending solutions earned themselves a “best project” award from the national Planning Council on the Institute of Transportation Engineers. This gives us a little more faith that things could improve around here.
- Bits & pieces. And in other really important news, Young Buck has officially filed for bankruptcy … Former President Bill Clinton will be in town next week campaigning for Mike McWherter … Metro Council will soon be shaking up the council districts according to the latest census data … The Nashville airport had a bit of a security scare yesterday.
Photo by urbanwoodchuck.
Good morning, Nashville. Belmont University has finally started construction on the multimillion-dollar sportsplex planned for Rose Park in the Edgehill neighborhood. The only problem is that someone keeps vandalizing the construction site by spraypainting, smashing headlights and peeing on building equipment. The complex, which has been controversial from the outset, will be open to the [...]
Happy Hour: The Climb
- To commemorate the anniversary of 9/11, several hundred firefighters from at least nine states will be gathering in Nashville to climb the Pinnacle stairs four times in remembrance of what firefighters had to do on September 11, 2001. The climb totals 110 flights of stairs, which is the equivalent of the stairs inside the World Trade Center towers. [WKRN]
- We’re not even sure we know what a $31,000 wristwatch looks like (thanks, Google), but that was just one of the items seized from Young Buck’s home when he was raided by the IRS a few weeks back. [Tennessean]
- Applications for property tax breaks on flood-damaged properties are due tomorrow. [WPLN]
- The federal officials who are investigating the fires at the Murfreesboro mosque construction site stated that they “haven’t seen any indications that this is any type of domestic terrorism,” and there are “no indicators that we’re aware of that would put us in the position of a hate crime.” [Post Politics]
- Meanwhile in West Tennessee, the locals seem to be getting along with their new neighbors just fine. [Commercial Appeal]
- Commerce Secretary Gary Locke paid Nashville a visit today to talk with some top music industry executives about music piracy. [WTVF]
Photo by fallingwater123.
To commemorate the anniversary of 9/11, several hundred firefighters from at least nine states will be gathering in Nashville to climb the Pinnacle stairs four times in remembrance of what firefighters had to do on September 11, 2001. The climb totals 110 flights of stairs, which is the equivalent of the stairs inside the World [...]
Bright & Early: Accidents Happen Edition
Good morning, Nashville. We’re running on a tight schedule this morning, so here is your abbreviated Bright & Early:
- The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office is shaking things up a bit at the jail in response to that murder suspect who was accidentally released back in February. In addition to suspending two of the officers involved, they’ll be sending everyone else to training and changing a few of the policies. Supposedly, the error happened because a new officer didn’t see a pop-up window while processing his release that stated he was being held of murder charges and shouldn’t be turned loose. [Tennessean]
- In the latest installment of the controversial Murfreesboro mosque, some vandals lit all some the construction equipment on fire over the weekend. The incident is being investigated by the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. [Tennessean]
- We might see a few sprinkles today, but things will be drying off and heating up for the rest of the week. Is it fall yet? [Nashville WX]
- Nashville’s magnet schools are seeing a big decrease in the amount of students who qualify for admission because of those changes that were made to standardized testing that caused everyone to start scoring poorly. Under the old system, 20-30% were eligible based on their test scores, but now only 7-8% do. Now they’re trying to revamp their admissions requirements to make sure they’ve got enough kids to fill the seats. [Tennessean]
- God bless Allan Benton and his bacon. [City Paper]
- More than 500 flood victims have taken advantage of the free legal assistance hotline for flood victims set up by the Tennessee Bar Association, the Tennessee Alliance for Legal Services and several other organizations back in May. If you find yourself needing flood-related legal help, give ‘em a ring at (888) 395-9297 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. [WTVF]
- If you’ve ever wanted to become a Tennessee State Trooper, now’s your chance. They’re accepting applications for the spring Cadet class through September 17th. [WTVF]
- We were pretty certain that Steve McNair’s short-lived restaurant venture Gridiron9 was gone for good after McNair’s murder, but a new owner is stepping up to the plate and hoping to reopen it within a month. [WTVF]
Photo by wjb13.
Good morning, Nashville. We’re running on a tight schedule this morning, so here is your abbreviated Bright & Early: The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office is shaking things up a bit at the jail in response to that murder suspect who was accidentally released back in February. In addition to suspending two of the officers involved, [...]
The Weekendist: Bye Bye August Edition
The final days of August are slipping away quickly, but Nashville isn’t quite ready to let go of summer. Between temperatures in the low 90′s and a weekend chock-full of fun (free) events, we’re making the most of our last weekend before Labor Day.
FRIDAY
- Shakespeare in the Park. Centennial Park, 6:30pm, $5 donations recommended (but not required). Shakespeare in the Park continues this weekend with Love’s Labor’s Lost. Arrive early to watch the pre-show entertainment at 6:30, and stick around to enjoy the annual summer Shakespeare festival in the park. Can’t make it this weekend? That’s okay, Shakespeare in the Park runs every Thursday-Sunday night until September 12.
SATURDAY
- Music City BBQ Festival. Riverfront Park, 10am-10pm, $10. Head downtown to chow down this weekend at the Music City BBQ Festival. It’s a day full of entertainment and delicious food. What else could we ask for?
- Musician’s Corner. Centennial Park, 3-6pm, free. This week’s installment of Musician’s Corner features the WestBound Rangers, Michael Logen, Ali Rogers, Keenan Hunter, Courtney Jaye and even a surprise guest. If you haven’t been to a Musician’s Corner afternoon yet, the beautiful weather this weekend makes it the perfect way to spend your Saturday.
- 12 South Concert featuring Tommy Hans with Tristen & The Incredible Heat Machine. Sevier Park, 6pm, free. Nothing says “Nashville summer” like free concerts in the park! The 12 South community’s fantastic 12 South Concert Series continues this week with Tommy Hans, Tristen & The Incredible Heat Machine. Too lazy to pack a picnic? Call ahead to reserve your $8 boxed dinner from one of these 12 South restaurants, and pick it up before the concert!
- Tennessee State Fairgrounds Flea Market. 7am-6pm, free ($4 parking). It’s flea market weekend at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds! Show up early to dig through forgotten treasures, or make a leisurely afternoon out of it. If you can’t make it on Saturday, the flea market will be open from 7am-4pm Sunday before packing it in until the end of September.
- Big Band Dance. Centennial Park, 7-10pm, free. The last weekend of the summer’s Big Band Dances at Centennial is upon us. Wrap up the summer of dancing in style with The Moonlighters. You know the drill by now – Learn the cha cha from 7-7:30pm or 8:30-8:50pm, then kick up your heels for the rest of the night.
SUNDAY
- Nashville Sounds vs. New Orleans Zephyrs. Greer Stadium, 6:35pm, regular ticket prices apply. You’ve got one more chance to see the Sounds this season, when they take on the New Orleans Zephyrs for the last of a 5-game series and the final home game of the season.
- Nashville Predators Zoo Day. Nashville Zoo, 1-5pm, regular admission prices apply (BOGO coupon here). As we mentioned earlier this week, Sunday is the Nashville Predators Zoo Day. The zoo plus hockey equals lots of inflatable bouncy things, prizes, screaming children, wild animals and autograph-signing hockey players. Sounds like a blast!
Photo by izik.
The final days of August are slipping away quickly, but Nashville isn’t quite ready to let go of summer. Between temperatures in the low 90′s and a weekend chock-full of fun (free) events, we’re making the most of our last weekend before Labor Day. FRIDAY Shakespeare in the Park. Centennial Park, 6:30pm, $5 donations recommended [...]
Happy Hour: Flutter By
- Because it’s Friday and flamingos are funny-looking, here’s a slideshow of the new flamingo exhibit at the Nashville Zoo. [Tennessean]
- If you haven’t been out to a Sounds game this season, this weekend is your last chance of the season! And it’s not a million degrees outside, so that’s a plus. They’ve also got some great things going on for flood relief. [WKRN]
- Metro is beefing up security along Gay Street downtown after noticing a spike in crime in that area. They’ll be installing some giant construction-grade spotlights in hopes of making things a little more difficult for potential criminals. [WSMV]
- A young Titans fan from Spring Hill got quite the exciting surprise when he showed up on the front of all the Titans tickets for this season. [WTVF]
- There’s pretty much an all-out coup going on in the ‘Noog, where Tea Partiers are close to having enough petition signatures to force a recall election for Mayor Ron Littlefield. [WZTV]
Photo by Paul Nicholson.
Because it’s Friday and flamingos are funny-looking, here’s a slideshow of the new flamingo exhibit at the Nashville Zoo. [Tennessean] If you haven’t been out to a Sounds game this season, this weekend is your last chance of the season! And it’s not a million degrees outside, so that’s a plus. They’ve also got some [...]
Bright & Early: Run Run Run Edition
Good morning, Nashville. We’re running a little late this morning, so you know the drill. Here’s your abbreviated Bright & Early:
- Room In The Inn’s new downtown homeless center will act as a one-stop service hub for Nashville’s homeless. The new $13 million building can hold a few hundred visitors a day. [WPLN]
- Forbes estimates that the Titans are worth an estimated $994 million. They’re ranked 18th most valuable out of 32 franchises. Go Titans! [WKRN]
- Speaking of the Titans, everyone’s just holding their breath, waiting for Chris Johnson to pull one of his famous long runs out of his bag of tricks. [The City Paper]
- Tomorrow is Tennessee’s Free Hunting Day, conveniently scheduled for the start of squirrel season. [WZTV]
- Three Tennessee coal ash dump sites are among those accused of polluting their local drinking water supplies in a new report from the Environmental Integrity Project, Earthjustice and the Sierra Club. Nasty things like arsenic and heavy metals showed up in testing. Yum! [WTVF]
- We’d probably sleep easier if sinkholes didn’t exist, like this 14-foot deep, 4-foot wide (and growing) sinkhole in Antioch. The property owner is scared that the sinkhole might eventually swallow her house, and we don’t blame her. [WSMV]
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Good morning, Nashville. We’re running a little late this morning, so you know the drill. Here’s your abbreviated Bright & Early: Room In The Inn’s new downtown homeless center will act as a one-stop service hub for Nashville’s homeless. The new $13 million building can hold a few hundred visitors a day. [WPLN] Forbes estimates [...]
Happy Hour: Jack And Back Edition
- Congratulations to us! Nashville-area unemployment hit 8.8% last month, which is the lowest we’ve seen it in a while. [Tennessean]
- Lane closures on I-40 around White Bridge are getting an early start this weekend. [WKRN]
- The MTA offices were found to be using a regular ol’ foghorn as a fire alarm because the real one hasn’t been working since the flood. [WSMV]
- BNA’s oldest runway will be reopening finally, which means there should be less traffic on the other runways from here on out. And if you live in the line of fire for the other three runways, you should be hearing a lot less noise. [WTVF]
- Jack Daniel’s distillery is hoping to convince Congress to create a national holiday commemorating their founder’s 160th birthday in September. The petition will be floating around Facebook and some bars, but you can also show your support by texting JDBday to 68405. [WSMV]
Photo by Dmitry Valberg.
Congratulations to us! Nashville-area unemployment hit 8.8% last month, which is the lowest we’ve seen it in a while. [Tennessean] Lane closures on I-40 around White Bridge are getting an early start this weekend. [WKRN] The MTA offices were found to be using a regular ol’ foghorn as a fire alarm because the real one [...]
Bright & Early: Monkeying Around Edition
Good morning, Nashville. The USDA is finally charging Vanderbilt University “a hefty fine” for the dead baby monkey that turned up in a washing machine. Apparently the monkey was a research subject in a university lab when someone washed the nesting boxes and forgot to take the monkey out first. Of course! The fine includes charges for a couple of other shady incidents involving a couple of hamsters and a dog.
- Cabs and Commodores. Good news for all the Vandy students out there! Nashville cabs will start accepting Vanderbilt student IDs as payment in an effort to dissuade students from even being tempted to drive drunk.
- Serial robber arrested. A suspect has finally been arrested in a string of robberies and attempted robberies in south Nashville, and he confessed to actually targeting Hispanic individuals.
- We are so embarrassed. Hey look, we made the Daily Show again!
- Bits & pieces. The Energy Star appliance rebate hotline has unclogged itself, so it should be safe to call, though you can still apply online … The 1960 Summer Olympics reunion is heading to Nashville this weekend, for some reason … Now that Douglas Henry’s opponent knows who he’s running against, he’s turning up the campaign heat … Our amazing weather will continue into tomorrow.
Photo by Victor James Photography.
Good morning, Nashville. The USDA is finally charging Vanderbilt University “a hefty fine” for the dead baby monkey that turned up in a washing machine. Apparently the monkey was a research subject in a university lab when someone washed the nesting boxes and forgot to take the monkey out first. Of course! The fine includes charges for [...]
Happy Hour: Our Favorite Circle
- With the help of Brad Paisley and Little Jimmy Dickens, the 6-foot circle of wood from the original Opry stage was finally reinstalled at the Grand Ole Opry House, which was one of the worst-hit landmarks in Nashville back in May. The star-studded grand reopening is slated for September 28th. [WSMV]
- The Harpeth River cleanup began today for the first time since the flood as well. [WKRN]
- News flash! Metro would like to stress that leaving your keys in your car is pretty much an invitation for someone to steal it. [Tennessean]
- Way to go, University of Tennessee, for growing the world’s hottest pepper which we understand is quite an accomplishment. [WSMV]
- Omni officials say that they plan on incorporating lots of country music goodness in the Music City Center hotel, and there will be a direct tie-in with the Country Music Hall of Fame. [Tennessean]
Photo by anneh632.
With the help of Brad Paisley and Little Jimmy Dickens, the 6-foot circle of wood from the original Opry stage was finally reinstalled at the Grand Ole Opry House, which was one of the worst-hit landmarks in Nashville back in May. The star-studded grand reopening is slated for September 28th. [WSMV] The Harpeth River cleanup [...]
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