Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland joins us for another community update to answer some of the biggest questions residents have been asking. We cover major road projects, traffic improvements, economic development, public safety, and several local rumors making the rounds online.

In this episode we discuss:

• Fortress Boulevard median improvements and what they mean for drivers
• Veterans Parkway construction and Highway 99 widening updates
• Thompson Lane and Cherry Lane project timelines
• Rucker Lane Phase 2 update
• The city’s road improvement investments and future infrastructure plans
• Questions about the State Farm building
• Clarius and new job creation in Murfreesboro
• Wawa locations and opening progress
• BIES development and Manchester Highway improvements
• Flock license plate reader cameras and how they’re being used
• Murfreesboro crime reduction statistics
• Data center rumors and what is actually happening
• Why community engagement and voting matter

Have a question you’d like Mayor McFarland to answer in a future episode? Leave it in the comments below and we’ll add it to the list for an upcoming interview.

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Are red cars really more expensive to insure? Is homeowners insurance the same as a home warranty? Should your 18-year-old stay on your insurance policy? We answer these questions and much more in this live podcast episode with Michael Busey from State Farm Insurance.

State Farm Agent Michael Busey joins us to clear up some of the biggest insurance myths and shares practical advice that every family, homeowner, and business owner should know. We also discuss umbrella insurance, life insurance, teen drivers, dead trees vs. living trees, bundling policies, and why proper coverage can protect your family’s financial future.

Michael also shares his passion for serving Murfreesboro through organizations like Journeys in Community Living, where he has spent years helping improve the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Learn about their mission, upcoming fundraising event, and the incredible impact they’re making in our community.

Topics Covered:
• Common insurance myths
• Teen driver insurance tips
• Homeowners insurance explained
• Umbrella insurance and why it matters
• Life insurance for children and adults
• Dead tree vs. living tree liability
• Bundling your insurance policies
• Journeys in Community Living
• Community leadership in Murfreesboro

Learn more about Michael Busey State Farm:
https://buseyinsurance.com/

Learn more about Journeys in Community Living:
https://journeystn.org

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Middle Tennessee Electric CEO Chris Jones and United Communications CEO William Bradford join us for an in-depth conversation about how the two organizations are working together to bring world-class fiber internet and reliable electric service to Middle Tennessee.

We discuss United Communications reaching 50,000 customers, expanding high-speed fiber into more neighborhoods, new outdoor Wi-Fi options, and why local customer service has become one of their biggest advantages. Chris also shares practical tips to help homeowners reduce energy use and stay comfortable during extreme summer heat.

We also cover:

– How MTE and United Communications work together
– The expansion of fiber internet across Middle Tennessee
– 8 Gig internet and what it means for homes and businesses
– Why reliability matters more than just speed
– Smart home technology and growing internet demands
– Energy-saving tips for hot summer weather
– Thermostat recommendations and HVAC maintenance
– MTE’s award-winning linemen and the Lineman Rodeo
– The benefits of fiber for the electric grid
– Quantum technology partnerships with MTSU
– Upcoming work on I-24 near Medical Center Parkway
– Future plans for broadband expansion throughout the region

If you’re interested in high-speed internet, local infrastructure, energy savings, or what’s happening across Rutherford County and Middle Tennessee, this is an interview you won’t want to miss.

For more information:
United Communications: https://united.net
Middle Tennessee Electric: https://mte.com

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