City of Murfreesboro, TN - Government

Insider Podcast-H3ARC (Housing, Health & Human Services Alliance of Rutherford County)

Geoff Parker, executive director of Housing, Health & Human Services Alliance of Rutherford County (H3ARC) is the guest on the latest edition of “The Insider.” Parker addresses trends with the unsheltered and chronically homeless populations and provides ways to engage and assist in solutions.

Insider Podcast - Mayor McFarland ”A Look Back at 2021” (Part 2 of 2)

Mayor Shane McFarland continues his look back at 2021 and a look ahead to 2022 on Part 2 of “The Insider.” Some of the topics discussed in Part 2 include the terminal at the Murfreesboro Municipal Airport, plans for a new West Park and the "conceptual agreement" of a property swap between the City and Middle Tennessee Electric and continued development plans in the Broad Street area particularly the Historic Bottoms location.

Murfreesboro Storytellers Finale with John Hood

For the final episode of "Murfreesboro Storytellers", we interview our host John Hood on his life and legacy.  From his days working in radio in the 1950's, his commitment to public service to his love for his alma mater, Middle Tennessee State University, his story is inspirational.

Insider Podcast: Mayor McFarland Part 1

Mayor Shane McFarland provides a look back at 2021 and a look ahead to 2022 on the latest edition of “The Insider.” Mayor McFarland is celebrating his twentieth year with the City of Murfreesboro, including four years serving on the Murfreesboro Planning Commission. Mayor McFarland will be featured in a two-part podcast with Part 1 airing in early January and Part 2 later this month. Some of the topics discussed in this edition include the FY 21-22 City Budget with the revenue growth from the Sales Tax and other revenue sources above projections, Murfreesboro’s explosive growth as #1 Boomtown, and economic development successes like the Legacy Sports Tennessee announcement, downtown re-development, and the Siegel Soccer Complex expansion.

Insider Podcast-Research Room Moves to Rutherford County Archives

Learn about the history and partnership of the Rutherford County Library System and Rutherford County Archives on the latest edition of “The Insider” with John Lodl, Director of the Rutherford County Archives and Rita Shacklett, Director of Libraries for the Rutherford County Library System. “The Insider,” hosted by Mike Browning and originates from Murfreesboro City Hall.

Insider Podcast: Speed Cushions Program

Effectively slowing down traffic in pedestrian-sensitive areas is a growing concern of some Murfreesboro neighborhoods. City Engineer Michele Emerson discusses the Speed Cushion Pilot Program on the latest edition of “The Insider.” Emerson was named City Engineer in July after serving four years in the Engineering Division, including Assistant City Engineer and Project Engineer.
 
This edition of Insider features:
• An update on the status of the Speed Cushion Pilot Program on Alexander Blvd.
• The cost of Speed Cushions and how it is funded by the City
• Traffic Calming devices under the City Design Guidelines
• How roadways are considered for Traffic Calming
• The number of requests for Speed Cushions
• The next step in the Speed Cushion analysis including a presentation before the City Council

Insider Podcast: Greenway Art Festival

The Greenway Art Festival returns in Old Fort Park for its 17th year. The annual art festival and Murfreesboro Cultural Arts are featured on “The Insider,” the City’s official podcast. Learn all about Visual Arts and Performing Arts from Susan Hicks and Lisa Browning, two cultural arts enthusiasts who work for the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department.
 
This edition of Insider features:
• Local Artist on the Greenway—local art and crafts can you expect to see on Sept. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in Old Fort Park for “Celebrating Hope,” the theme for the 2021 festival
• Live Performances featured at the Greenway Arts Festival include Tennessee Valley Winds, The Pilots, Bethany Trainor, Ernest Newsom and the 2021 Laureates
• Learn about Perform Murfreesboro, a Patterson Park fixture featuring five youth performances annually, as well as programming and summer camps
• Live Perform Murfreesboro performances include Annie Jr. with auditions Sept. 14 & 15 and performances Nov. 18-21
• Mark Saltalamachia, a 30-year veteran of teaching theater, is joining Perform Murfreesboro in September to direct Annie Jr.
• Visualize Murfreesboro’s arts programming, including ‘Art in the Rotunda’ and the Laureate Program

Insider Podcast: Old Fort Golf Course

Trey Adams, Murfreesboro Golf Department Director, shares new programs to promote golf on the latest edition of “The Insider.”  This edition of Insider features:
Getting to know Director Trey Adams from playing golf in high school to Mississippi State
Understanding what is required to become PGA Class A member and Callaway Certified Golf Fitter  
How golf has changed during the Covid-19 pandemic, including more rounds of golf   
Programs offered by the Golf Department to make golf appealing and accessible such as “Kids Play Free,” “PGA Hope,” and “Bloomfield Linksters”
Making golf more accessible to meet special needs with an adaptive golf cart  
For more information on the Murfreesboro Golf Department, www.oldfortgolfclub.com or call 615-896-2448. The Golf Department also has a Facebook page, Twitter and a newsletter.