š± How a possible construction pause could reshape Gallatinās rapid growth
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In today's newsletter:
- How a possible construction pause could reshape Gallatinās rapid growth
- Will Gallatin actually get this new $59.3 million hospital?
- Which new estate notices and opioid grants involve Gallatinās county courthouse?
Also on today's calendar: Gallatin's 25th Annual Square Fest and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Friday: Very warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 86 and low of 66 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Saturday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 78, low: 42.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny and breezy, with a high of 64 and low of 42 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Gallatin to study possibility of construction pause (wkrn.com) ā Gallatin city leaders are formally studying whether to pause new construction, especially high-density housing, to reassess traffic, infrastructure, and public safety needs. Over the next month, department heads and officials will weigh whatās legally allowed under state rules before a May 12 work session that could shape how and where the city grows. 
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ā¢ Highpoint Health Files $59.3M Gallatin Hospital Plan (hoodline.com) ā Highpoint Health is again seeking state approval to build a $59.3 million inpatient hospital at its Sumner Station campus, potentially expanding services for Gallatin residents. Regulators previously rejected a smaller plan over āneedā concerns, and competing hospital systems are expected to challenge this larger proposal. State review will unfold over months, with public comment opportunities before any decision. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Public Notices Week of April 16, 2026 (mainstreetmediatn.com) ā Several new probate notices list the Sumner County Chancery Court in Gallatin, alerting creditors of recently deceased residents about strict filing deadlines. Thereās also a fresh grant opportunity from the countyās Opioid Abatement Committee and upcoming Hendersonville bid and zoning hearings that may interest Gallatin-area organizations and commuters. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Gallatin
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Small Town Charm: The Proposal ā Historic Downtown Gallatin
The Palace Theatre, 146 N Water Ave, Gallatin
6:00 pm
Saturday April 18
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Other local events
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Spring Into Savings
Gallatin Chamber of Commerce , 645 Swanston Lane , Gallatin
11:00 am -
City Council Meeting
Gallatin, TN Calendar , 132 W Main , Gallatin
6:00 pm -
Ribbon Cutting for TN Flea Antiques & Collectibles
Gallatin Chamber of Commerce , 130 North Locust Avenue , Gallatin
12:00 pm -
Board of Zoning Appeals
Gallatin, TN Calendar , 132 W Main Street , Gallatin
5:00 pm -
Gallatin's 25th Annual Square Fest
Historic Downtown Gallatin, Inc. , 146 N Water Ave , Gallatin
10:00 am -
Square Fest Powered by Downtown Gallatin
Historic Downtown Gallatin, Inc. , 146 N Water Ave , Gallatin
10:00 am -
Oreo Festival
Gallatin Civic Center , 210 Albert Gallatin Avenue , Gallatin
10:00 am -
Hidden History - A Behind the Scenes Tour of Cragfont
Cragfont State Historic Site , 200 Cragfont Road , Castalian Springs
4:00 pm
Saturday April 18
Tuesday April 21
Thursday April 23
Saturday April 25
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Positive Aging Conference
Gallatin Chamber of Commerce 118 W Main St, Gallatin, TN 37066
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Ribbon Cutting for The Farmer's Bank
Gallatin Chamber of Commerce 197 Indian Lake Blvd. Hendersonville, TN
12:00 pm -
Blood Drive- Generation Church
Generation Church , 960 Hwy 52 West , Portland
2:00 pm -
Spring Into Savings
Gallatin Chamber of Commerce , 645 Swanston Lane , Gallatin
11:00 am
Friday April 17
Saturday April 18
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- East Morris Dr - Rockwood Terrace - Devon Chase.
Does anyone recognize this big kitty? He visits almost every day. He only looks grumpy in the picture. (Nextdoor Belvedere-Lock 4) - Looking for recommendations for a handyman that can do a couple of things around the house:
1) change out a light switch 2) put a stone back up on an outdoor fireplace (need a tall ladder) 3) change out front door handle set Thank you (Nextdoor The Hunt Club)
- Chilli's posted a job opening for Line Cook - Gallatin Chili's in Gallatin. Apply here.
- Twice Daily posted a job opening for Team Member 6179 - Referral / TTA in Gallatin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gallatin here.
š Nearby News
Hendersonville
- Two men face drug charges after Hendersonville traffic stop (mainstreetmediatn.com)
- Hendersonville Chamber to host āState of the City' address (mainstreetmediatn.com)
- Hendersonville police warn parents about e-bike and golf cart safety as neighborhood complaints rise (newschannel5.com)
Goodlettsville
- Teen Advisory Committee Applications Open In Goodlettsville (sumnercountysource.com)
- Early voting has begun for the primary election. Here's what to know for Davidson and Williamson Counties. (wsmv.com)
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