SUMMARY: Tonight’s Metro Council meeting in Nashville will focus on transportation infrastructure aimed at enhancing safety. Key discussions will include the allocation of an initial $59 million from the sales tax surcharge for service and frequency improvements, making public transit more accessible. Additionally, five community members will be chosen for the transportation advisory committee after interviews, emphasizing diverse representation. The meeting will also address continuing a SMART Grant agreement utilizing advanced radar technology to identify dangerous intersections, contributing to the vision of zero fatalities on roads. The council meeting starts at 6:30 PM, and attendance is available both in-person and online.

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SUMMARY: As spring approaches, allergy sufferers are preparing for a challenging season, particularly in 20 U.S. cities, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s (AAFA) 2025 Allergy Capitals report. Wichita, Kansas, tops the list for the third year in a row, followed by cities like New Orleans, Oklahoma City, and Memphis. The rankings reflect pollen levels from trees, grasses, and weeds, as well as medication usage and local allergy specialists. The report also notes that longer pollen seasons, exacerbated by warmer weather and urban heat, make allergies more severe, leading to potential health risks like allergic asthma.

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SUMMARY: Homebuyers in Middle Tennessee could face higher costs due to tariffs on imported materials, which account for about 7% of goods used in residential construction. A report from the National Association of Home Builders suggests that tariffs could increase the cost of building a new single-family home by $7,500 to $10,000. Softwood lumber, primarily sourced from Canada, and gypsum for drywall are key materials affected. Despite potential cost increases, Ole South Properties plans to avoid passing higher prices to buyers immediately, opting instead to build smaller homes. Industry leaders are hopeful that domestic suppliers will eventually meet demand.

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