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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.

Q&A with Tasha Kennard

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

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Fear No Evil

By John H. | April 17, 2024

Ever since I been in Nashville I’ve been the type who stay to myself.

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The Contributor In Poetic Form

By Norma B. | April 17, 2024

I have a friend who’s familiar with my writing and when I told her I was taking a poetry class offered by The Contributor, she said, “You should try to write an acrostic poem.”

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Pieces of Poetry – 22

By Chris Scott Fieselman | April 17, 2024

Double Deuce is on the Loose – This is the Life I Choose

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The ‘Road House’ reboot is misunderstood and underrated

By Joe Nolan | April 17, 2024

One of the most interesting aspects of the new Road House is the postmodern meta-narrative created between Dalton and Roxie and Steven.

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A Few Questions With: Khalil Ekulona

By Judith Tackett | April 17, 2024

You may not know what he looks like, but chances are you have heard his voice.

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Learn More About the 211 Helpline

By Judith Tackett | April 17, 2024

Housing, food and utilities are the top three categories for requests received by our local 211 phone line in 2023.

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