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Features

Several colorful doors in a row with signs on them saying, "Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, and Family Status."
Column

How the Fair Housing Act helps protected classes in renting, buying and the mortgage process

By Julie Yriart | February 28, 2024

In honor of Black History Month, this month’s column outlines the Civil Rights laws that protect your housing rights.

Features

Black History Facts

By Barbara Womack | February 14, 2024

It is because of the Jubilee Singers that Nashville, Tennessee is called “Music City.”

Features

Cycling in Nashville: When Bollards and Painted Lines Fall Short of True Infrastructure

By Will Connelly | January 31, 2024

The addition of bollards and fresh paint to delineate cycling spaces is acknowledged as progress by the local biking community, yet many still regard these steps as inadequate.

Features

At Donelson Cafe & Catering, Thanksgiving is shared with all of Nashville

By Justin Wagner | January 3, 2024

For six years in a row, Donelson Cafe & Catering extended the communal spirit of Thanksgiving dinner tradition to the larger Nashville community.

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Q&A with Executive Director Will Connelly

By Amanda Haggard | January 3, 2024

As new Executive Director Will Connelly enters his second month at The Contributor, we sat down and asked him a few of his priorities as he begins in his new role.

Features

A New Mayor and the Path to Bicycle-Friendly Streets

By Will Connelly | January 3, 2024

Nashvillians who hope for bicycling to become a practical, safe and sustainable daily mode of transportation know the city has a long way to go to reach that goal.

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Addressing the Urgent Need for Improved Homelessness Mortality Data Collection in Nashville

By Gabrielle Beck | January 3, 2024

Tracking and evaluating homeless mortality data locally and nationally is vital to developing health and housing strategies to save lives.

Features

A letter from Cathy Jennings as she transitions into a new role

By Cathy Jennings | January 3, 2024

Since 2018, I have been privileged to serve as the executive director of The Contributor, and the journey has been deeply enriching, thanks to a team like those at the nonprofit and the community around us.

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Features

Vendor June Potts remembered for her spark, commitment

By Tom Wills | November 22, 2023

Longtime Contributor vendor Carol June Potts, who also wrote and did art in the paper, passed away on Oct. 14 after a battle with cancer.

News
The cover of The Contributor's November 8 issue features a black and white image of Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell being sworn in.

Q&A With Freddie O’Connell

By Judith Tackett | November 8, 2023

Freddie O’Connell, Nashville’s newest mayor, sat down with The Contributor to talk about Homelessness and his 15 fixes.

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