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Rise and shine, Nashville!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: FEMA expands storm aid, Robert Plant at Ryman Auditorium, and Dumpling Fest + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
From today’s sponsor, FinanceBuzz: Many Tennessee drivers end up paying higher auto insurance premiums because they don’t shop around enough. The same driver with the same car can get wildly different quotes from different insurers, so it truly pays to compare. Their free tool makes it easy.*
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📰 In the news
Support for recovery and repairs: FEMA has expanded public assistance after Winter Storm Fern, adding eligibility for more Tennessee counties, including Davidson, Williamson, Sumner, and Robertson, with public assistance requests due March 25 — see which counties are eligible.
Strategy shift raises logistics stakes: Starbucks will open a Nashville corporate office this year to centralize supply chain work, part of its Back to Starbucks plan, moving some Seattle roles and adding new local jobs — see what’s at stake.
Filling a key pedestrian gap: Mt. Juliet plans a 400-foot, 6-foot-wide sidewalk linking FDMJ Station 3 on Old Lebanon Dirt Road to existing paths by Robinson Park and a Dairy Queen, a $20,000 safety upgrade — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Refresh your photo game: Nashville-based Austin Russell Photography shoots portraits, music sessions, food, product, beverage, and real estate with clean, vivid style that flatters people and brands. If your LinkedIn still screams 2019, consider a fresh look and let your images finally match your momentum.
Serious noodle cravings: Black Dynasty Secret Ramen House warms weeknights with rich, scratch-made broths and springy house noodles from its cozy nook inside Mitchell Deli. When the day runs long, a miso tonkotsu or vegan tantanmen hits reset, comforting, steady, and exactly what you wanted.
Level up your week: When cabin fever hits, Game Terminal brings pure button mashing joy with rows of arcade classics and pinball, cozy hangouts, and yard-game vibes. Team up, chase high scores, and pretend multiball mayhem counts as cardio; the nostalgia hits hard, the fun even harder.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →
Most people have no idea what’s happening inside their body: Not because the data doesn’t exist, but because no one’s collecting it. Routine annual checkups miss things like body composition, biological age, and the biomarkers that can help predict long-term patterns. The good news? HumeHealth offers tools to help you track all of that at home for less than the cost of a specialist visit. *Use code NEW20 to save 20% →
Something in your house is about to break: It might be your AC, your water heater, your fridge… doesn’t matter. Every major appliance has an expiration date, and when it goes, you’ll be staring down a repair bill that can climb into the thousands fast. An AHS home warranty covers these types of surprises + *select plans are $150 off right now →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🥟 Dumpling Fest @ Belcourt Ave, Nashville, TN 37212, United States | Wednesday (3/18) at 5:00 PM – Call it cardio for the fork. This self-guided evening tasting tour hits Nashville spots slinging Chinese soup dumplings, Indian kofta, Korean mandu, Nepalese momos, Mexican tamales, and more, you roam by car or transit, collect plates like badges, and feel smug about variety. Advance tickets only.
📚 Lunch and Learn: Tennessee Voices, American Stories: Adventures in Historical Research @ Tennessee State Museum | Thursday (3/19) at 12:00 PM – Lunch at the museum comes with stories of Tennesseans who helped shape the country, told by curators Miranda Fraley Rhodes and Tranae Chatman. Expect fresh finds, artifacts doing the talking, and behind-the-scenes sleuthing, because history is juicier than your sandwich.
🐍 All American Reptile & Plant Expo @ The Fairgrounds Nashville | Friday (3/20) at 4:00 PM – Take a break from yardwork and wander an indoor jungle at Nashville’s reptile and plant expo. Meet legit breeders, swap tips with folks who can pronounce philodendron, and let the kids stare at snakes while you contemplate a new monstera, or a gecko, no judgment.
🎸 Robert Earl Keen @ Ryman Auditorium | Friday (3/20) at 7:30 PM – Robert Earl Keen at the Ryman, because the road really does go on forever. Expect painterly storytelling, a band with miles on the tires, and that holy Ryman reverb. Tickets go on sale January 16, so move like a local, not a tourist.
🥾 Spring Hikes @ Bridgestone Arena | Saturday (3/21) at 8:00 AM – Take a break from the grind and hit a Tennessee State Parks spring hike, guided by staff who dish on wildflowers, history, and hidden overlooks. Choose a quick nature stroll or an all-day trek, from swampy bottoms to ridge-top waterfalls. Your winter knees will survive.
🧦 3_21 Celebration @ Donelson First | _Saturday (3/21) at 12:00 PM* – 3.21 is World Down Syndrome Day, and DSAMT’s throwing the feel-good party at Donelson First Baptist to celebrate our neighbors with that something extra. Expect food, fun, and all the joy, no pretense, so bring your crew, your smiles, and those delightfully mismatched socks.
🎻 Steep Canyon Rangers @ Schermerhorn Symphony Center | Sunday (3/22) at 7:30 PM – Bluegrass goes black tie when Steep Canyon Rangers team up with the Nashville Symphony at the Schermerhorn, our prettiest room with the best acoustics. Dust off the nice boots, enjoy banjo, fiddle, and a full orchestra, and call it culture with a twang.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Nashville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 40°F – Low: 24°F – Precip: 20%
A slight chance of snow showers between 8am and 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 40. West northwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24. West northwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 41°F – Low: 29°F – Precip: 4%
Sunny, with a high near 41. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 29. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
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