Well-known Blount County cyclist dies of COVID-19
George Long, an award-winning Blount County cyclist known for his can-do attitude and spunky spirit, died from complications related to COVID-19 on Dec. 5. Long, more commonly addressed by his nickname âRat,â was well known in Blount County, being familiar to anyone who was into street rods and dragsters. For years, he owned Ratâs Glass, where he built collectible car bodies that were shipped all over the world. Longâs love for unique cars was matched by another hobby: cycling, which he started in 2002 at the age of 62. Tim Patterson was with him on his first bike ride. â...
Source: thedailytimes.com