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Nashville Says No to Data Centers. Plus, How Many Airport Boards Do We Have?

Metro Council didn’t gavel out until 1:48 a.m. this week, so long was the list of residents who signed up to speak in favor of restricting data centers in Nashville [https://nashvillebanner.com/2026/07/08/metro-council-data-centers-public-comment/]. On today’s Friday News Roundup, creative producer Marie Cecile Anderson and executive producer Whitney Pastorek salute the civic energy and get into what happens next. Plus, BNA now has two boards [https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2026/07/06/bna-airport-state-board-special-meeting.html]! We’re getting a new Complete Street [https://nashvillebanner.com/2026/07/09/nashville-complete-street-groundbreaking-predestrian-safety/]! Greek fro-yo is having a moment [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZV3ngXRYoN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==]! They’re fundraising to cover up some awful graffiti in East Nashville [https://www.newschannel5.com/news/state/tennessee/davidson-county/east-nashville-neighbors-launch-mural-project-to-replace-white-nationalist-graffiti-on-historic-silo]! And in our bonus segment only for City Cast Nashville Neighbors [https://account.citycast.fm/become-a-neighbor/nashville], Hell Naw, we’re calling out Marsha Blackburn’s stupid racist campaign ad [https://youtu.be/J_0yvB16y4M?si=EixjWgMujjCUgLtt].  Learn more about the sponsors of this July 10th episode: Adventure Science Center [https://www.adventuresci.org/] Hoffmann Brothers [https://www.hoffmannbrothers.com/] Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor [http://membership.citycast.fm/nashville]. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville [http://membership.citycast.fm/nashville] Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  [https://nashville.citycast.fm/subscribe-hey-nashville-newsletter-tennessee] Follow us @citycastnashville [https://www.instagram.com/citycastnashville/] You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE [https://citycast.fm/advertise/].

The Ice Cream Queen’s Guide to Nashville’s Coolest Treats

From frozen yogurt to ice cream sandwiches, Lokelani Alabanza [https://www.instagram.com/yokiyanifanza/?hl=en] knows Nashville’s best sweet treats. To celebrate the release of her first book, “Ice Cream Queen: Flavors from Black America’s Past, Present, and Future [https://bookshop.org/p/books/ice-cream-queen-flavors-from-black-america-s-past-present-future-lokelani-alabanza/512c70882e2f7efe?ean=9780393881646&next=t],” she joins Marie Cecile Anderson to share her favorite cold desserts, delve into some fascinating history, and celebrate the nostalgia that comes with the sound of the ice cream truck song. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode: Adventure Science Center [https://www.adventuresci.org/] Hoffmann Brothers [https://www.hoffmannbrothers.com/] Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor [http://membership.citycast.fm/nashville]. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville [http://membership.citycast.fm/nashville] Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  [https://nashville.citycast.fm/subscribe-hey-nashville-newsletter-tennessee] Follow us @citycastnashville [https://www.instagram.com/citycastnashville/] You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE [https://citycast.fm/advertise/].

The Best Pool and Spa Day Passes in Nashville

Going on vacation? In this economy? If you’re keeping things close to home this year, City Cast Nashville contributor and travel journalist Amelia Edelman joins Marie Cecile Anderson to share her favorite locals-friendly hotel pools and spas in town, where you’re just a day pass away from the perfect staycation. Whether you want a trendy party-style hang or a secret zen spot, we’ve got you covered. ** This episode originally aired July 15, 2025. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 8th episode: Adventure Science Center [https://www.adventuresci.org/] Hoffmann Brothers [https://www.hoffmannbrothers.com/] Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor [http://membership.citycast.fm/nashville]. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville [http://membership.citycast.fm/nashville] Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  [https://nashville.citycast.fm/subscribe-hey-nashville-newsletter-tennessee] Follow us @citycastnashville [https://www.instagram.com/citycastnashville/] You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE [https://citycast.fm/advertise/].

Where To Watch a Drive-In Movie This Summer

There’s one American classic that will never go out of style: The drive-in movie theater. Film critic Jason Shawhan [https://www.sefca.net/jason-shawhan] joins Marie Cecile Anderson to talk vibes, etiquette, concessions, and why sitting in your car to watch a cheesy blockbuster is still a great summer night out. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 7th episode: Adventure Science Center [https://www.adventuresci.org/] Hoffmann Brothers [https://www.hoffmannbrothers.com/] Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor [http://membership.citycast.fm/nashville]. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville [http://membership.citycast.fm/nashville] Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  [https://nashville.citycast.fm/subscribe-hey-nashville-newsletter-tennessee] Follow us @citycastnashville [https://www.instagram.com/citycastnashville/] You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE [https://citycast.fm/advertise/].

Is Metro Parks Keeping Up With Nashville’s Growth?

Nashville residents have a litany of complaints about Metro Parks, from broken amenities [https://www.wsmv.com/2026/06/18/metro-parks-faces-127-million-repair-backlog-facilities-age/] to stalled projects [https://www.newschannel5.com/news/state/tennessee/south-nashville/south-nashville-neighbors-demand-answers-on-stalled-greenway]. With the recent release of the 2026 Plan to Play update [https://www.nashville.gov/departments/parks/plan-play], Parks has once again outlined an ambitious 10-year plan — but do we have the resources to implement it? Veronica Foster and Kaitlin Dastugue from the Civic Design Center [https://www.civicdesigncenter.org/] join executive producer Whitney Pastorek to talk about possible solutions. Plus: We ask a local teen to describe their dream park! Learn more about the sponsors of this July 6th episode: Adventure Science Center [https://www.adventuresci.org/] Hoffmann Brothers [https://www.hoffmannbrothers.com/] Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor [http://membership.citycast.fm/nashville]. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville [http://membership.citycast.fm/nashville] Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  [https://nashville.citycast.fm/subscribe-hey-nashville-newsletter-tennessee] Follow us @citycastnashville [https://www.instagram.com/citycastnashville/] You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE [https://citycast.fm/advertise/].