🌱 Mayor Moves On NASCAR Deal + Covenant Shooting Officers Awarded

Hi Nashville! Like many of you, the Patch staff is taking some time off for Memorial Day, so you won’t see this newsletter in your inbox for a few days. We’ll be back soon, but in the meantime, here’s what’s happening in and around town this weekend.

But first, your weekend weather:

• Saturday: Clouds and breaks of sun. High: 80 Low: 57.
• Sunday: Sun and clouds. High: 68 Low: 55.
• Monday: Partly sunny and delightful. High: 77 Low: 60.

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Here are the top three stories today in Nashville:

1. Nashville's Mayor John Cooper is hoping to pass a new deal with Speedway Motorsports that would bring NASCAR to The Fairgrounds before his term in office comes to a close. This proposal narrowly passed the Fair Commission in March due to vocal opposition, but for the deal to officially pass this term, the mayor will need three required readings throughout the next four Metro Council meetings taking place mid-summer. According to the mayor's office and Speedway Motorsports, this deal has been described as a strong investment for the city of Nashville. (Nashville Post)
2. Five Metro Nashville Police officers were honored for their efforts while responding to the tragic shooting at The Covenant School. Each of the officers received the National Award of Valor from the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) for their acts of courage and valor beyond what would normally be expected of them. The officers receiving this high recognition include Officer Rex Engelbert, Detective Michael Collazo, Sergeant Jeff Mathis, Detective Zachary Please, and Detective Ryan Cagle. (WZTV)
3. The Nashville Fire Department's investigation of a resident who was hospitalized as a result of a house fire close by in Antioch is officially ongoing. According to reports, firefighters were able to contain the house fire, but one resident did suffer from severe burns that required immediate medical attention. Currently, the American Red Cross is helping to assist any residents who have been displaced and investigators are looking into a potential cause for the fire. (WSMV)

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This weekend in Nashville:

Saturday, May 27

• Memorial Day Weekend BBQ Luau at The Dutch (12:00 PM)

Sunday, May 28

• Memorial Day Weekend Pool Party at W Nashville (11:00 AM)
• The Real Housewives Trivia Night at M.L.Rose Craft Beer & Burgers (6:00 PM)
• Kids Eat Free Each Weekend In May at Hooters (11:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a way to stay active this Memorial Day weekend? Nashville City's Cemetery Association and the Metro Historical Commission is hosting their 23rd annual Memorial Day Dash beginning at the Adventure Science Center through to Fort Negley Historic Park on Monday, May 29. The event will feature beautiful views of Nashville's cityscape and all proceeds will go toward benefitting the preservation, restoration, and protection of the historic Nashville City Cemetery. (Nashville City Cemetery)
• On Saturday, May 27, Shelby Bottoms Nature Center and Park is setting up telescopes and inviting the community to join for a night filled with beautiful views of the night sky. This free experience will be taking place close by at the Cornelia Fort Trailhead and members of the Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical Society are to thank for creating this immersive event. There is no registration required to attend. (Shelby Bottoms)
• According to the National Weather Service, Nashville is in for a cloudy, potentially rainy Memorial Day weekend. Both Saturday and Sunday are expected to be partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers and temperatures in the mid-low 70s. However, there should be a little bit more sunshine by Monday and slightly warmer weather with a high in the upper 70s. (WSMV)
  

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! See you all next week for your next update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.