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City, state, national parks impacted by storm
East Tennessee and Western North Carolina are generally poised for an onslaught of visitors this time of year as leaf-peepers make their way to the region. Instead, emergency personnel, residents and volunteers are searching those regions for missing loved ones and safe routes to get to those in need with food, water and medical care. The devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene has taken a toll on the infrastructure of the entire region, including many of the outdoor areas where folks often seek solace in difficult...
Kingsport Aquatic Center project delayed
KINGSPORT — The Kingsport Aquatic Center will be closed a little longer than expected “due to an unforeseen shipping delay.” The improvement and maintenance project, originally set to wrap up this week, will require additional time to complete. The new target date for the center to reopen to the public is Sept. 30. Aquatic Director Wendy Terrazas said the delay is necessary because the new starting blocks, which are in...
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