Event Brief
She's always out, always smiling: Melodica hymns
Filed: Jul 10, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Summary: Cindy Helton, paralyzed since childhood, brings joy to Knoxville streets by playing melodica hymns.
WHO: Cindy Helton
WHAT: Plays melodica hymns on Knoxville streets, finding purpose and joy despite paralysis from a childhood accident.
WHEN: Jul 10, 2026 at 2:43 PM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, TN
WHY: She was paralyzed from a childhood accident and now uses melodica music to bring joy and purpose while out in the community.
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