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“Did You Know?” Ecology Fun Facts: Tennessee Cave Salamander edition!🦎 The Tennessee Cave Salamander was designated as o...
10/14/2026

“Did You Know?” Ecology Fun Facts: Tennessee Cave Salamander edition!🦎

The Tennessee Cave Salamander was designated as our official state amphibian in 1995. The Tennessee Cave Salamander, Gyrinophilus palleucus, is found in a restricted range of limestone cave systems in Tennessee, Alabama, and Georgia. They lack eyelids, have small eyes, and are large in size overall (for salamanders), feature a wide head, a spatulate snout, and bright red, feathery, external gills. Overall coloration is salmon to pale pink with a pale belly.

What’s your favorite fact about Salamanders?

Natural ecosystems provide a wide range of essential ecological functions. They help regulate climate, filter air and wa...
10/12/2026

Natural ecosystems provide a wide range of essential ecological functions. They help regulate climate, filter air and water, maintain soil health, and provide habitats for a wide range of species. These ecological processes contribute to cleaner environments, greater biodiversity, and more resilient landscapes.

Swipe through the slides to explore the functions of different ecosystems and learn how they influence the world around us.

Join students, faith leaders, community voices, and project representatives for a conversation about Jefferson Street's ...
10/02/2026

Join students, faith leaders, community voices, and project representatives for a conversation about Jefferson Street's history, the issues shaping the corridor today, and the community's vision for its future.

VOICES OF JEFFERSON STREET: Faith Leaders & HBCU Students Panel Discussion
Monday, October 5 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/voices-of-jefferson-street-faith-leaders-hbcu-students-panel-discussion-tickets-2001992769265?aff=oddtdtcreator

We hope to see you there!

To address initial findings of the Design and Development Strategy showing increasing development pressure and inconsist...
10/01/2026

To address initial findings of the Design and Development Strategy showing increasing development pressure and inconsistent review processes and built outcomes in the eastern portion of Midtown, Metro Planning has proposed a text amendment to create a new subdistrict of the Downtown Code (DTC) for Midtown East (see proposed boundary map on slide).

The purpose of the amendment is to establish baseline standards for building height, form, and design in the area and a uniform process for review. This is not a proposal for rezoning. Passage of the text amendment would add the subdistrict to the DTC – enabling properties within its boundaries to rezone to the DTC zoning district. Rezoning any property would be a separate step, requiring its own Metro Planning Commission recommendation and Metro Council approval. Further information can be found at the D&DS website (engage.nashville.gov/nashvilledds).

The draft text amendment will be on the agenda for a public hearing at the Metro Planning Commission meeting on Oct. 22nd.

Planning staff is hosting public office hours for anyone to stop by and ask questions or share comments in-person. If you are unable to come during the scheduled time or wish to share your feedback by email, please contact Jared Islas ([email protected]) to schedule a meeting or convey feedback.

Office Hours Session #1
Thursday, October 8
10 am – 2 pm
Donelson Room, 2nd Floor
Metro Office Building,
800 President Ronald Reagan Way

Office Hours Session #2
Tuesday, October 13
2 pm – 6 pm
Donelson Room, 2nd Floor
Metro Office Building,
800 President Ronald Reagan Way

A Dolly Parton Day Special Edition of our Ecology Fun Facts: Swallowtail Butterfly edition! 🦋Zebra Swallowtails, wearing...
09/25/2026

A Dolly Parton Day Special Edition of our Ecology Fun Facts: Swallowtail Butterfly edition! 🦋

Zebra Swallowtails, wearing a coat of many colors, shift from pale wings in the spring to bold colors in the summer. Tied closely to pawpaw trees and drawn to flowers that shine like the sun, these butterflies brighten any meadow — just like 9 to 5 and Backwoods Barbie brighten any playlist.

We will always love you, Dolly!

Meet Sarah Cook: the planner who can’t turn off her planning brain and never met a holiday she can’t over-decorate for. ...
09/24/2026

Meet Sarah Cook: the planner who can’t turn off her planning brain and never met a holiday she can’t over-decorate for. From countywide projects to seasonal vibes—she brings energy, curiosity, and community spirit to everything she does.

“Did You Know?” Ecology Fun Facts: Raccoon edition! 🦝 Racc***s are Tennessee’s official wild animal as adopted by the Ge...
09/16/2026

“Did You Know?” Ecology Fun Facts: Raccoon edition! 🦝

Racc***s are Tennessee’s official wild animal as adopted by the General Assembly in 1971. The raccoon (Procyon lotor) is a furry mammal known for its bushy, ringed tail and distinctive black “mask” of fur around its eyes. Often called c***s, these adaptable creatures hunt for fish and frogs in rivers and streams. In Tennessee, racc***s typically range from 30 to 38 inches long, including their tails, and weigh between 12 and 25 pounds, with males usually larger than females. They walk flat‑footed like bears and are strong swimmers, making them well suited to life near the water. What’s your favorite fact about Racc***s?

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