My name is Ben Arnold, and I’m proud to be part of Cove Ridge Marina in Butler, Tennessee, located on beautiful Watauga Lake. Our marina has always been more than a business—it’s a gathering place for families, boaters, campers, music lovers, and the greater Butler community.

This year, through our Spring Bluegrass Festival, we are coming together for something bigger than entertainment. We are raising funds to support the Butler Community Charitable Association and to help families, individuals, and local businesses impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Like many rural mountain communities, Butler is built on neighbors helping neighbors. When hardship strikes, people here step up. We want this festival to be a celebration of resilience, community spirit, and hope—while creating real support for those still recovering.

Every donation, large or small, will help provide meaningful assistance and strengthen recovery efforts in our area. Whether you attend the festival, share this campaign, or contribute directly, you are making a difference.

From all of us at Cove Ridge Marina, thank you for supporting Butler, Tennessee, and helping our community move forward stronger than ever.