In the small town of Laab, residents are burdened by traffic from nearby large companies and the busy highway that runs through their village. After much struggle, they are finally getting a bypass road that will include a tunnel. This development sparks lively discussions among the locals, particularly between the well-known gossipers Mechthild and Berta. Their daily lives become even more eventful with the arrival of a new hairdresser, Detlef, and an unfamiliar girl in the neighborhood. Additionally, a lottery win stirs up excitement and speculation. Throughout this comedic tale, the role of the new mayor of Laab becomes a pivotal point of intrigue.