The 2024 National Storytelling Festival In Jonesborough Has Been Canceled Due To Compromised Infrastructure And Strained Local Resources Following Recent Severe Weather. The International Storytelling Center Made This Difficult Decision, Prioritizing The Safety Of The Community, Audience, Staff, Volunteers, And Performers. Festival Organizers Will Contact Registered Ticket Holders In The Coming Days. Those Needing Immediate Refunds Can Email The Storytelling Center. Center President Michael Carson Emphasized This Was An Emotional But Necessary Choice For Everyone’s Well-Being. The Center Will Handle Logistical Challenges This Week.