# Is MNPD’s New Drone Policing Program Legal? Plus, Dolly Is Building a Buc-ee’s

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Podcast: [City Cast Nashville](https://stenobird.com/podcast/city-cast-nashville-6929788)
Published: 2026-05-29T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

As police drones take flight in Madison, Mayor Freddie O’Connell is defending their legality while others say they’re in violation of city code. Contributor Nicole Williams lives within the drone radius, and she joins Marie Cecile Anderson and Whitney Pastorek to share her thoughts. Plus, could a new bill restricting data centers prevent someone from building one next to the zoo? And why is retiring Lt. Gov. Randy McNally still trying to control Sen. Charlane Oliver … while misspelling her name? Plus, good news about Dolly Parton’s new travel stop, and our bonus segment Hell Naw takes on that rainy graduation ceremony down in Franklin. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 29th episode: Ancient Lore Village Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

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