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They Were Promised Apartments, They Got Evictions.

By Mike Lacy | April 22, 2026

Two years ago, Metro Nashville’s Office of Homeless Services promised “Carrie” and her partner “Greg” housing. What came instead of stable housing were evictions, lost documents and a return to the woods.

Hoboscopes: April 22, 2026

Mr. Mysterio is not a licensed astrologer, a trained cryptozoologist, or a certified lawn-care specialist.

Hoboscopes: April 8, 2026

Mr. Mysterio is not a licensed astrologer, a trained primateologist, or a vetted member of the Federal Trade Commission.

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When Tasha Kennard became the CEO of Thistle Farms in 2022, she was looking for a change of pace.

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After two and a half years in secure housing, I have begun to blossom.

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By Norma B. | December 24, 2025

As another year comes to a close, I always like show appreciation for the many gifts I’ve been given.

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By M.E. Martin | December 24, 2025

Born Feb. 27, 1807 Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was one of the greatest poets of our time, and a national treasure.

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Secret Mall Apartment pictures the art of affordable housing

By Joe Nolan | December 24, 2025

Secret Mall Apartment is a documentary about an odd art project in an inhospitable space. It’s also about contemporary struggles with affordable real estate, and how those pressures affect creative communities.

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Learn More About Nashville’s Fight to Keep People Housed

By Judith Tackett | December 24, 2025

The city of Nashville is fighting to keep local homelessness programs intact and Nashvillians housed.

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The original Nashville Predator and its mysterious missing tooth

By Bill Carey | December 24, 2025

A half-century ago, a construction company unearthed the remains of a saber-toothed cat that had lived in present-day downtown Nashville 11,000 years ago.

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