Good morning, this is Nashville Local Pulse for Saturday, January 18, 2025.We're starting off the weekend with some exciting news. The 34th Tennessee Sandhill Crane Festival is happening today and tomorrow at the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge, Cherokee Removal Memorial Park, and Birchwood Community Center. This free event celebrates the thousands of sandhill cranes that migrate through the Hiwassee Refuge during the winter. Visitors can enjoy shuttle transportation, spotting scopes for up-close views of wildlife, and presentations on Native American folklore and history[1].In job market news, Nashville is thriving with a diverse array of opportunities across various sectors. The Tennessee House of Representatives is hiring proofreaders for the 2025 legislative session, and there are openings for firefighters and police officers. The nonprofit sector is also active, with the University School of Nashville posting full-time positions for a Staff Accountant and a Human Resources Director. Warehouse and logistics jobs are plentiful, with companies like Legend Brands and OnTrac hiring Warehouse Workers and Package Handlers[2].The cybersecurity job market in Nashville is booming, with a 35% growth expected by 2031. Starting salaries for fresh graduates range from $99,280 to $127,527, and companies like HCA Healthcare and Bridgestone offer roles exceeding $135,000. Educational programs and certifications are pivotal, with the local tech sector showing a 51% job growth over five years[4].Moving on to real estate, we don't have any major updates today, but we'll keep you informed on any significant developments.From city hall, there are no major decisions affecting daily life to report today.Weather-wise, it's a chilly morning, but we're expecting a sunny day ahead. Make sure to bundle up if you're planning to attend the Sandhill Crane Festival or any other outdoor events.In new business activity, we don't have any major openings or closings to report today.Looking ahead to community events, Rise Against Hunger is hosting an event on February 4 at Von Elrod's Beer Hall & Kitchen, where locals and volunteers will package thousands of meals to impact the lives of those facing hunger[3].In local school achievements, we don't have any specific updates today, but we'll highlight any notable achievements in future broadcasts.For today's crime report, we don't have any significant incidents or public safety alerts to report from the past 24 hours.Finally, let's end with a feel-good community story. The Nashville Symphony is hosting a concert tonight at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, featuring The War and Treaty. It's a great opportunity to enjoy some live music and support local artists[3].This has been Nashville Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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