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Leaf-season traffic on 515 — survival tips?

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Doug Vandiver

4 days ago

Public service announcement for the newcomers: come October, the leaf-lookers arrive and 515 turns into a parking lot on weekends. What are everyone's go-to tips for keeping your sanity?

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Greg Pittman
4 days ago
Rule one: do not attempt a Saturday Walmart run in October. You've been warned.
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Wanda Carnes
3 days ago
Back roads are your friend, and so is patience. They're spending money in town, so we smile and wave. 🙂
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Marcus Reed
3 days ago
lol facts. Also avoid the square midday on Apple Festival weekends unless you enjoy circling for parking.

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