Good morning, this is Nashville Local Pulse for Friday, July 25th, 2025.
We are waking up to a warm start in the city, with clear skies and temperatures in the upper seventies right now. Expect a hot one today. Highs are set to reach ninety-two, and tonight it will only cool down to the mid-seventies. We’re in for a repeat tomorrow, so keep your sunscreen handy if you have plans outside.
Let’s begin with breaking news from city hall, where the Metro Council has just passed the Smart Stair Law. This measure is designed to encourage more affordable housing developments, especially in the downtown and East Nashville neighborhoods. If you’re house-hunting, this could be good news. Meanwhile, the market is still buzzing about Dave Ramsey’s former Franklin estate, now back on the market for fifteen million dollars. Even if we’re just window-shopping, listings like that keep local real estate in the spotlight.
Looking at government updates, the race for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District is grabbing headlines after Mark Green’s resignation. State officials say the special election is set for December 2nd, and party primaries are happening October 7th. With Nashvillians in the district, we’ll be hearing plenty more about candidates and rallies soon.
The back-to-school rush is on as families make their way to supply drives and take note of upcoming first days in Metro Schools. There’s some good news for parents: several local stores are extending hours and adding curbside options this weekend to help manage crowds. School sports are ramping up too. Congratulations to Hillwood High’s baseball team, who clinched a key summer tournament this week.
Culturally, Nashville stays busy. A new French bistro in The Gulch is drawing big crowds, especially for its steak sandwiches. Over at The Blue Room at Third Man Records, local musicians are celebrating the release of Operator. And this weekend, BuckFest kicks off at Music City Center, bringing competitive gaming and music together for two days. Doors open at three this afternoon and one tomorrow—great spots to beat the heat.
In sports, all eyes are on Nashville SC tonight as they face Western Conference leaders San Diego FC. Nashville’s Sam Surridge is tied with Lionel Messi for the season’s Golden Boot, and the Boys in Gold are riding high after several All-Starers shone midweek. Over at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park, the Titans are deep into training camp, and fans crowding around for glimpses of the action.
Turning to crime and safety, Metro Police continue to battle a growing epidemic of gun thefts—over three are reported stolen every day in the city according to the latest police dashboard. Meanwhile, detectives have wrapped up their investigation into the noose found at the Nissan Stadium construction site last week, confirming no charges are expected. There was also an arrest made Thursday in the murder of a woman found near Brush Hill Road, bringing some relief to the local community.
On the business front, two new hospitals are set to break ground in neighboring Clarksville, part of expanding healthcare options in Middle Tennessee. Locally, several small businesses in the 12 South and East Nashville corridors are reporting an uptick in hiring, with dozens of openings posted for both part-time and full-time work as the fall event season gears up.
Before we go, a quick feel-good story to start your day: volunteers gathered yesterday at Shelby Park to help clean up after late-night storms knocked down several large trees. Thanks to their efforts, the green space is open for families and joggers again this morning.
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