A Conversation On Transportation In The Upper Cumberland

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Transportation is about much more than getting from one place to another. UCHRA Assistant Director of Transportation John Brock and National Rural Mobility Lead Jacqueline Medley join the show to discuss how public transportation is transforming life across the Upper Cumberland. They explain the record growth in ridership, the expansion of fare-free Go Routes, new technology that allows riders to track buses in real time, and upcoming route improvements. The conversation also highlights the region's door-to-door transportation services, Nashville shuttle connections, affordable fares, and programs that help residents reach work, medical appointments, shopping, and other essential destinations. Whether you're familiar with UCHRA's transportation network or learning about it for the first time, this episode offers an inside look at how expanded mobility is improving access and quality of life throughout the Upper Cumberland.

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