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Vandalized Cinderella Park Reopens After Volunteer Repairs
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The UC Now
Cinderella Park reopened Wednesday after a local volunteer donated his time and professional skills to repair a playground structure damaged by fireworks and a second act of vandalism.
Cookeville Director of Leisure Services Chad McDonald originally said due to the age of the equipment, it was uncertain if repairs would be possible.
“We had a community member, Ryan Gardner, call us, and he’s a local who is a plastic welder,” McDonald said.
Before Gardner was able to begin repairs, the playground was vandalized a second time on July 18.
McDonald said individuals tore down protective barricades surrounding the damaged equipment and caused additional damage to the already broken structure, delaying the reopening.