Good morning, this is Nashville Local Pulse for Thursday, August 21. We’re waking up to a welcome break from the intense heat this morning. After Tuesday’s record-setting triple-digit temperatures, today brings a milder outlook, with highs in the low 90s and some scattered afternoon showers possible. Humidity drops, so outdoor plans will be more bearable, just keep an umbrella handy in case that summer pop-up storm rolls through.
Let’s start with the latest from city hall. The Metro Council just approved a major rezoning plan for the Nations neighborhood, which means big changes ahead for both residents and developers. City leaders say it will pave the way for new businesses and more housing, part of Nashville’s rapid growth and efforts to address rising rent and home prices.
In breaking news, safety on our streets remains top of mind. A 22-year-old woman was injured in a hit-and-run in Germantown while biking at the corner of 3rd Avenue and Van Buren Street, marking the second serious collision at that intersection in just three months. Local officials are now calling for immediate safety improvements to the block, including the possibility of closing part of the street until safer crossings can be built.
Yesterday at Maplewood High School, authorities arrested a 17-year-old student after staff found a loaded handgun in their backpack. Metro police acted quickly thanks to new campus screening technology, and the student has been charged under juvenile weapon possession laws. School leaders are doubling down on campus safety policies in response.
For those watching the job market, the Brentwood-based giant CoreCivic has a new CEO. Patrick Swindle steps up as the company rides record federal detention profits, but legal investigations and workplace culture issues remain in the news. Meanwhile, across Nashville, commercial rents continue to climb, forcing closures like the Ashland City coffee shop and boosting demand in neighborhoods like Bellevue, where families are rebuilding after a recent apartment fire.
In real estate, the median home price in Davidson County sits around 550 thousand dollars, and we continue to see fierce competition—especially in hot spots like East Nashville and Green Hills.
Now for some good news in sports. After a 45-year hiatus, Vanderbilt’s volleyball program is back and looking strong heading into the new season. And the Parkwood Ballpark has officially reopened thanks to the Morgan Wallen Foundation’s restoration efforts, bringing renewed energy to our local youth teams.
Culturally, Nashville continues to celebrate its music legacy with the Grand Ole Opry marking anniversaries and the Walk of Fame honoring icons like Brenda Lee. Meanwhile, a local music school is offering discounted lessons—just 50 cents—for families with limited incomes, opening doors for young talent citywide.
In crime news, a suspect in the notorious 1996 tanning salon double murder case was recently convicted of a separate crime in Washington state, bringing some closure for affected families who have waited decades for justice.
Looking forward, we have the Wilson County State Fair ongoing with community contests and live music, and this Saturday kids under 15 get in free to the Cornelia Fort Airpark show. Expect cooler temperatures, plenty of sunshine, and family-friendly events across the city.
Finally, a feel-good note to end—a Nashville teen cancer survivor is using their story to raise funds for pediatric research, truly inspiring neighbors and medical teams alike.
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