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Leaf-season traffic on 515 — survival tips?

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Doug Vandiver

3 months 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 Pittman3 months ago

    Rule one: do not attempt a Saturday Walmart run in October. You've been warned.

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    Wanda Carnes3 months ago

    Back roads are your friend, and so is patience. They're spending money in town, so we smile and wave. 🙂

  • MR
    Marcus Reed3 months ago

    lol facts. Also avoid the square midday on Apple Festival weekends unless you enjoy circling for parking.

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