Grand Ole Opry Stage Under 2 Feet of Flood Water

Officials say workers moved precious memorabilia at the iconic Grand Ole Opry house to safety even as flood waters rose.

Opry president Steve Buchanan said Friday that several important pieces were moved to higher ground before flood waters swept through the Opry house Sunday night. He did not give specifics, but music lovers had worried about the Opry costumes and set designs.

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Buchanan said restoration companies have been hired to try to restore damaged materials and hopes for no significant losses.

Gaylord Entertainment officials confirmed that two feet of water covered the stage, which will have to be replaced. But a six-foot circle of wood brought over from the Opry's longtime former home appears to be salvageable.
By TRAVIS LOLLER and CHRIS TALBOTT