New ferry in Erwin helps Appalachian Trail hikers avoid detour as post-Helene repair work continues
Restoration of the Appalachian Trail after Helene's flooding is seeing significant progress, with only 21 miles left to clean ...
Public hearing held in Erwin about CSX permit to rebuild railroad tracks along Nolichucky River
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s (TDEC) Division of Water Resources held a public hearing Tuesday ...
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Free Appalachian Trail Hiker Ferry Across Nolichucky River
Appalachian Trail hikers coming through and visiting the town of Erwin in Tennessee now have a safe way to cross the Nolichucky River this spring. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) is providing ...
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A New Ferry Will Carry Appalachian Trail Hikers Past a Storm-Damaged Bridge
After Hurricane Helene wrecked a bridge that allowed hikers to cross the Nolichucky River in Tennessee, the Appalachian Trail ...
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State Route 81 reopens between Washington, Unicoi counties
The Tennessee Department of Transportation reopened a 1.1-mile section of State Route 81 between Washington and Unicoi counties on March 14, 2025. This ends a detour that added an hour of driving for ...