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While the Little Nashville Opry project is progressing slowly, Scott Wayman says,“ Progress is progress.” Wayman had hoped to have construction well underway by this time, and while no activity is being seen at the sight, he says many things are being accomplished behind the scenes.“ Building plans are virtually complete, entertainers are already asking about booking dates, sound and lighting design engineering for the auditorium is underway, and we are just waiting to start construction.”
Due to state regulations, a septic system will not be allowed on the property. So a small sewage treatment plant will be installed. Wayman says he has been working with Brown County Health Department Director John Kennard and the plant will be large enough to allow other area homes or businesses to connect if needed in the future.
Engineering plans for the system are currently awaiting state approval.
“ I’ m not making predictions at this point on when work will start. I tend to be too optimistic some times, but the good news is it’ s not a matter of if construction will start, but when it will start,” Wayman said. He also said that talks continue with the artists that will perform at the Opry.“ We have commitments from a number of entertainers that are ready to perform.”
The new facility will have seating for 2,000 and be similar in design to the former Little Nashville Opry.“ I think former patrons will feel right at home while those that had never been to a show at the Opry will be impressed with the professional and up to date presentation.” Wayman also says that the first work that will be seen at the sight will be the removal of the old parking lot.“ The building will be up closer to the road so much of the old parking lot will need to be removed before construction begins.”
Check out the website < littlenashvilleopry. net > for updates and mailing list information. •
30 Our Brown County • Sept./ Oct. 2014