The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is set to host a public event to commission a new tugboat, named “Summitt,” on December 13, 2024. This event will honor the esteemed Lady Vols basketball coach, Pat Summitt. The new tugboat will function alongside the barge “Volunteer” to provide essential ferry services across the Tennessee River, connecting Benton and Houston counties. The commissioning ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Benton-Houston County Ferry at 10:00 AM. The community is invited to join local and state officials to celebrate this important addition to the transportation network.
The event will feature notable speakers including Deputy Governor and TDOT Commissioner Butch Eley, Morgan Vance from the Summitt Foundation, and Joan Cronan from UT Athletics. Details of the event are as follows:
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– **What:** The Summitt Dedication Ceremony
– **Who:** Deputy Governor & TDOT Commissioner Butch Eley, Morgan Vance (Summitt Foundation), Joan Cronan (UT Athletics)
– **When:** Friday, December 13, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
– **Where:** Benton-Houston Ferry, 9846 Danville Road, Big Sandy, TN 38221
This event marks a significant milestone in enhancing ferry services across the Tennessee River, providing a tribute to one of Tennessee’s most beloved sports figures.
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