BNA Traffic Chaos Causes Major Delays

Traffic outside Nashville International Airport ground to a halt Monday, stranding passengers for hours and causing dozens to miss flights.

The gridlock began around 2 p.m. and stemmed from a mix of unclear causes, though roadwork on Donelson Pike, a crash on Terminal Drive, and a large Autodesk convention in town likely played a role.

Some travelers ditched rides to walk down I-40 with luggage in tow as rideshare prices surged above $200. See photos of the chaos here.

Airport officials say they’ll conduct a review and aim to prevent a repeat as Music City’s tourism load keeps growing.

Tennessee’s Red Foxes Hit Hard by Mange

Walden’s Puddle, a rescue center near Nashville, reports treating up to 80 foxes this year—up from just five in years past—as urban growth pushes the animals into tighter, sicker conditions.

Mange is spreading fast, especially as poisoned rodents become easy prey for already weak foxes.

Locals have stepped up with meat donations to help rehab efforts, but the center expects demand to keep climbing. See photos of the center’s red fox patients here.

Kenny Chesney to Launch Book at ETSU

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➤ Nashville: Sentencing began Tuesday for Cade Cothren, former aide to ex-Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada, as a judge weighs punishment for the bribery and kickback scheme. (More)

➤ Columbia: American Pickers star Mike Wolfe was injured in a car crash with his girlfriend on Friday. The pair are expected to recover fully, thanking supporters for their prayers. (More)

➤ Franklin: The city launched a pilot program for a free lunchtime shuttle running every 15 minutes between The Factory and downtown to ease parking congestion. (More)

➤ Chattanooga: The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is waiving application fees through Saturday with a promo code for prospective students. (See Promo)

➤ Knoxville: MEDIC Regional Blood Center and LifeSouth in Florida will once again compete ahead of the Tennessee vs. Florida football game to see which fan base donates more blood. (See Details)

➤ Titans defensive lineman Jeffrey Simmons renegotiated his contract with the team to include a $632,000 raise, which accounts for the game check he didn’t receive for the 17th game of the season last year. (More)

➤ Vanderbilt offensive lineman Jordan White won the SEC’s Offensive Lineman of the Week award for his stellar performance against South Carolina on Saturday. (More)

➤ Oakland and Ravenwood topped this week’s rankings of the top 6A high school football programs in the state, while Sevier County and Page held onto their spots at the top of the Class 5A list. (See Full Rankings)

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➤ Memphis retailer Oak Hall, one of the nation’s oldest family-owned menswear stores, opened its third Tennessee location in Franklin. (See Details)

➤ The PickUp Food Truck Park is offering struggling food truck operators a new space near Nissan Stadium. Organizers are planning special events through September. (More)

➤ Chattanooga Whiskey will release its limited-edition Kola Infused flavor on Thursday, blending kola nut and nine other botanicals to honor the city’s cola-making legacy. (More)

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➤ Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia joked that comedian Theo Von could date his mother if the Commodores beat South Carolina. After the 31-7 win, Von confirmed the playful promise on the SEC Network. (More)

➤ GatlinBURGER Week has returned, with local restaurants serving creative specialty burgers and visitors earning prizes by collecting secret codes. (More)

➤ Gramp’s Garage has launched Twisted Tuesdays, Nashville’s first weekly alcohol-free bar night. The special includes games and non-alcoholic drinks. (More)

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