Good morning, this is Nashville Local Pulse for Saturday, November 15th. We’re starting the day with some major travel updates as the Tennessee Department of Transportation closes lanes on I-40 and I-440 near the West Nashville ramps for routine bridge inspections. From 6 a.m. to noon, expect detours and delays, especially around Exit 206. All work is weather-dependent, so keep an eye out for changes if skies turn gray.Speaking of weather, we’re looking at a mostly cloudy morning with a chance of scattered showers later. Temperatures will hover in the mid-50s, so grab a jacket if you’re heading out. The rain could slow things down for outdoor events, but it’s not expected to be heavy.Over at city hall, officials are still working through budget requests for next year, with state departments asking for more than 4.5 billion dollars in funding. Corporate tax revenues continue to fall, but sales tax is helping to balance things out for now. The governor’s office says they’re focused on boosting public school funding and expanding the Education Freedom Scholarship program.On the job front, local businesses are seeing steady hiring, especially in healthcare and hospitality. The unemployment rate remains low, and new openings are popping up all over town, from downtown to the Gulch.In real estate, home prices are holding steady, with the average sale around 450 thousand dollars. The market is active, but inventory is tight, so buyers are moving fast.Nashville’s food scene is heating up with Geist restaurant launching the first hot air balloon dining experience in the U.S. right here in town. It’s a unique way to enjoy a meal with a view, and reservations are already filling up.For music lovers, Tyler Hubbard celebrated two back-to-back number one singles with a special event, and the local music scene is buzzing with new shows and collaborations.Sports fans have plenty to cheer about. The Predators snapped a five-game losing streak last night with a dramatic overtime win over the Penguins, thanks to Steven Stamkos. Local high school teams also had strong showings this week, with several advancing in playoff action.On the community front, the Nashville Farmers Market is offering extra support for residents who’ve run out of money on their EBT cards. It’s a small gesture, but it’s making a big difference for families in need.Crime-wise, there are no major incidents to report in the past 24 hours, but police are reminding everyone to stay alert, especially during the busy holiday season.This has been Nashville Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe for the latest news. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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