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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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Cumberland University loses to win

By Ridley Wills II | April 17, 2024

Early in 1916, Cumberland University leadership decided that their failing football team should be shut down to help relieve the school’s mounting financial woes, but they had one more game to play.

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Jamie W. on gratitude, making top seller, and going through hell with her husband and five cats

By Justin Wagner | April 17, 2024

“Before my injury, I was so independent. I could go wherever without having to have help,” Jamie said.

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Grants Pass v Johson: Illegal to sleep in America

By India Pungarcher | April 10, 2024

On April 22, our country’s highest court will take verbal arguments on the most significant court case to affect homelessness in 40 years, Grants Pass v Johnson.

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Hoboscopes: April 10, 2024

By Mr. Mysterio | April 10, 2024

Mr. Mysterio is not a licensed astrologer, a certified surveyor or 250 cicadas in a bathrobe.

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Michael G. loves a bizarre story, and he’s got plenty to spare

By Justin Wagner | April 3, 2024

Michael G. grew up on pulpy horror movies and offbeat fiction. But over the years, he’s found that weird stories followed him as often as he followed them.

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Bridging the Gap: “Airstream” Advocates for Pedestrian and Bike Safety on MLK Jr. Memorial Bridge

By Will Connelly | April 3, 2024

Vicki Stinnett, affectionately known as “Airstream,” is a familiar sight on the MLK Jr. Memorial Bridge, whether she’s walking, biking, or rallying the North Nashville community.

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