Nashville Council Blocks Morgan Wallen's Bar Sign Over Past Misconduct

Council cites racial slur incident and recent arrest in decision to deny sign for Wallen's new downtown bar.

The council voted 30-3 against the sign, with four members abstaining.
Wallen's bar, named 'This Bar and Tennessee Kitchen,' is set to open Memorial Day weekend.
Council members highlighted Wallen's 2021 racial slur and April 2024 chair-throwing incident.
Wallen faces felony charges for the chair-throwing incident, with a court date set for August 15.
Despite the sign rejection, Wallen's bar is expected to attract significant patronage.