The former mansion of famous country music artist Conway Twitty, located in the Nashville area, has been rescued from the threat of being demolished. The current owners had initially planned to tear it down, but they changed their minds after facing public opposition.
Twitty's property, located in the wealthy Nashville neighborhood of Hendersonville, Tennessee, was not only his personal estate but also featured a well-known tourist attraction called Twitty City. However, after Twitty passed away in 1993, the property was bought by the Trinity Broadcasting Network, who transformed it into an entertainment complex. Presently, the property is being utilized as the filming location for Mike Huckabee's show, Huckabee.
Conway Twitty's home was at risk of being demolished due to a tornado that hit the area in December 2023. The tornado caused damage to the structural stability of the former Twitty mansion. To make room for a planned expansion of the studio and senior living facilities, Frank Amedia, representing TBN's real estate division, presented a proposal to the Hendersonville Planning Commission. The proposal involved demolishing all structures on the property, except for the Huckabee Theater. This plan received significant attention and scrutiny from the media.
After the Board of Mayor and Aldermen initially voted against TBN, the television network has decided to alter its plans. This decision came after receiving feedback from the public and a meeting between TBN and Joni Ryles, the daughter of Twitty, who had previously expressed opposition to the demolition.
The decision to take action regarding Conway Twitty's house was made after carefully considering the opinions of the city, seeking guidance through prayer, and consulting with various individuals. Despite the additional financial burden, the primary concern was doing what was deemed right.
TBN has not provided any detailed information about how they plan to preserve the Twitty Mansion. However, Amedia has expressed his desire to utilize the space as a way to pay tribute to the renowned country icon.
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