Baseball’s unexpected exit
Vanderbilt University’s baseball program will not appear in the NCAA tournament for the first time in two decades, ending a streak that had become a hallmark of the school’s athletic identity.
Meanwhile, Lipscomb University captured the Atlantic Sun Conference tournament title, earning a berth in the NCAA tournament and securing the No. 4 seed in the Starkville Regional.
The Starkville Regional field includes Mississippi State, Cincinnati and Louisiana, setting up a competitive slate of games in Mississippi.
Fuel prices ease slightly
The average price of gasoline in Davidson County has slipped to $4.19 per gallon, down from $4.47 a week earlier, though it remains above the $2.84 recorded a year ago.
Airport moves to cash‑free parking
Nashville International Airport will stop accepting cash for parking fees beginning July 1, requiring travelers to pay with credit cards or use cash‑to‑card machines that convert bills into electronic credits.
Cash tips for valet services and other staff will continue to be accepted, preserving a traditional avenue for gratuities.