Keith Urban Plays Surprise Pop-Up Concert on Broadway

Issue #217

21 Sep

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🎸 Keith Urban Plays Surprise Pop-Up Concert on Broadway

⛽️ Wawa Convenience Store Proposal Receives Initial Approval in Columbia

🎉 Sunday: A Worthy Cause Community Block Party  

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

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Wednesday, September 25th

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Keith Urban Plays Surprise Pop-Up Concert on Broadway

Credit: Marsha Travis

Keith Urban celebrated the launch of his new album HIGH with a surprise pop-up concert in downtown Nashville on Thursday night. The Grammy-winning country star drew a massive crowd of 25,000 fans to lower Broadway. This performance followed similar pop-up shows in cities like Dallas, Chicago, Sydney, Brisbane, and unique locations such as Nashville International Airport and a Buc-ee's parking lot in Alabama.

The free show was announced on his Instagram at about 8 p.m. saying, “I love free stuff…do you ? I love giving…do you love getting? Then we’re gonna get along GREAT TONIGHT….. SEE YOU SOON.” The show started at 9:30 p.m., and the official after-party followed the show at 11 p.m.

Wawa Convenience Store Proposal Receives Initial Approval in Columbia

Columbia's Municipal Planning Commission gave tentative approval on Sept. 11 for a new Wawa gas station and convenience store at the corner of Napa Valley Way and Nashville Highway, near the Village at Carter’s Station development. Wawa's representative, Megan Salvador, requested minor exceptions from the city's Planned Unit Development (PUD) standards. These included reduced glazing on the storefront, a single-story façade, a reversed layout with the fuel station in front, wider parking lot exits, and elevated signage.

The Wawa team argued that the store's unique location and branding needs justified these deviations. However, city planners, led by Principal Planner Austin Brass, expressed concerns about staying within building code requirements for safety and aesthetics. After thorough discussion, the Commission ultimately found the deviations manageable and voted in favor of the project, with one dissenting vote. The plan now moves to City Council for final approval in October.

Andrew Bannister informed the Commission that a Wawa location could help alleviate business traffic from students, Ultium workers, and commuters, reducing congestion at other convenience stores and restaurants along Nashville Highway. He also noted that the chain's reputation for cleanliness and high-quality food would enhance the surrounding area, including the nearby neighborhood within walking distance.

Public feedback was largely supportive, with two Columbia residents, originally from the Northeast, praising Wawa’s quality, cleanliness, and said the brand would be good for Columbia.

Sunday: A Worthy Cause Community Block Party

Get ready for our Third Annual Community Block Party! We're on a mission to create a space where our youth and community can learn about nutrition, movement, and mindfulness in a fun and easy way!

Explore Vendors: Discover a variety of health and craft vendors. Whether you're looking for the perfect gift or something special for yourself, you'll find items that inspire healthy living.

Groove to Live Music: Our full stage will feature an exciting lineup of live music acts. From local bands to talented solo artists, the entertainment will keep the energy high and joyful.

Savor Delicious Eats: Treat your taste buds to a culinary adventure with our selection of food trucks or one of our neighbors on the block!

The Kids Zone: The Kids Zone: The kids will have a blast in our dedicated Kids Zone, packed with games and activities designed to teach and inspire. They'll love our specific kids' classes meant to inspire and engage through art, movement, gardening and reading with our amazing partners: Kid Color Camp, Villages Youth Development, Fireflies Garden Club, and Blue Gene Books! You can find a schedule of classes during the event and signups here.

Support Local Businesses: We’re thrilled to collaborate with our amazing local businesses: Ollie and Finns, Briarworks, Grinder Switch, and B's Sweet & Salty. Each will bring their unique flair to the block, offering special deals that highlight what makes our community so special.

Mark your calendars and invite your friends and family to join us for an unforgettable day of learning, fun, and community connection. Let's make this Third Annual Community Block Party a celebration of health, wellness, and togetherness!

Date: Sunday, Sept. 22
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 502 N. Garden St., Columbia

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Saturday, September 21st

The Unforgettables, Puckett's, 10 AM - 2  PM
Grasskickers, Amber Falls Winery, 3-7 PM
TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 4-7 PM
Jennifer Leigh & Cody Hunt, Buck & Board, 5-8 PM
Bobcat, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
Matt Nicholls Trio, Puckett's, 7:30-9 PM
Polly's Pocket, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Sunday, September 22nd

TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 1-4 PM
Carson Phillips, Amber Falls Winery, 1-5 PM
Kenny Durham, Puckett's, 6-7:30 PM
Jay Hoppus, Puckett's, 6-7:30 PM

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