Tennessee Named One of the Top States People Want to Move to in 2025

Issue #452

May 30, 2025

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

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📰 Tennessee Named One of the Top States People Want to Move to in 2025

🎶 TONIGHT: Nashville Opera On Wheels Returns to Spring Hill

🎉 Light Hill Meats Wins Rural Small Business of the Year

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🎵 This Week’s Live Music

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Tennessee Named One of the Top States People Want to Move to in 2025

Tennessee is one of the most sought-after destinations for people planning a move in 2025, according to a new study by U.S. News & World Report. In fact, it ranked among the top three most searched states for relocation in the first quarter of the year.

Six of the top 10 states attracting interest are in the South, with Tennessee standing out for its scenic beauty, culture, and affordability.

The South continues to appeal to movers thanks to a lower cost of living, milder climate, fewer taxes, and a more relaxed pace of life.

"Tennessee is also known for its rich musical heritage, culture, and natural wonders, including the Great Smoky Mountains along the North Carolina border, making it a popular state for outdoor enthusiasts," the study noted.

Top 10 States People Are Researching for Relocation in 2025:

  1. South Carolina

  2. Tennessee

  3. Delaware

  4. North Carolina

  5. Maine

  6. Idaho

  7. West Virginia

  8. Alabama

  9. Arkansas

  10. Mississippi

Within Tennessee, three cities made the list of top searched destinations: Knoxville at No. 11, Franklin at No. 19, and Chattanooga at No. 20. The most-searched city overall was Bluffton, South Carolina.

TONIGHT: Nashville Opera On Wheels Returns to Spring Hill

Nashville Opera On Wheels is returning to Spring Hill! Join us on Friday, May 30th in the grass lot at the Spring Hill, TN Community Senior Center (located at 563 Maury Hill Street.)

Enjoy a 45-minute performance featuring the best of opera, operetta, musical theater, and jazz – all brought to life by some of Nashville’s top classically trained singers. This event is free and open to all ages.

Frios Gourmet Pops will also be joining us with their handcrafted popsicles!

* Note! This event is outside so please bring your own seating! 

Light Hill Meats Wins Rural Small Business of the Year

From Light Hill Meats post…

The winner of the Tennessee Rural Small Business of the Year Award is Light Hill Meats! 

About LHM owner, Ben: Raised on a small farm in Lynnville, Tennessee, Neale has grown the family enterprise into an integrated farm-to-table beef business with a deep commitment to the community. Today, the operation includes a cow-calf herd, a USDA-inspected processing facility (cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats), and a retail butcher shop serving families across middle Tennessee. Neale is a leader in the industry who cares deeply about impacting the lives of his employees as well as giving back to the community through creative events for special needs children and support for autism and sober living organizations.

Visit Light Hill Meats butcher shop, it’s a special place!
150 Stephen P Yokich Parkway, Spring Hill

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June 5-8: CMA Fest
June 7-8: Nashville Comicon
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🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Friday, May 30th

Austin Byrd, The Spot Burgers & Beer, 5:00-8:00 PM
Rob Harris, Tito’s Spring Hill, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
The Nature Project, Buck & Board, 6:00-9:00 PM
Ryan Keeler, Gracie Italian Eatery, 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Tom Saffell & Robert Johnson, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
TBA, Grinder’s Switch, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Herrick, Puckett’s, 7:30 - 9:00 PM
Rhiannon: The Stevie Nicks Experience, The Mulehouse, 8:00 PM
No Fun Intended, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 - 11:00 PM

Saturday, May 31st

Martin Lane, Amber Falls Winery, 3:00 - 7:00 PM
TBA, Buck & Board, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Los San Petricios, McCreary’s Irish Pun 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Vinyl 4, Rebel Bar & Grill, 7:30 PM
Troy Castelland, Puckett’s, 7:30 - 9:00 PM
BlueAshes, Embers, 8:00 PM
Broke By Monday, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 - 11:00 PM
Zone Status, The Boondox, 8:00 - 11:00 PM

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