10 Tennessee Brands to Make the Best Father’s Day

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Father’s Day always falls around the start of summer when the temperatures rise, and the days grow longer. To help celebrate the men in our lives, we’ve put together a list of Tennessee-made products representing each area of our state. From practical to luxury, we have gifts that’ll fit everyone’s budget and ensure happiness among […]

Governor Lee, Commissioner Rolfe Announce Advanced Call Center Technologies to Create 650 New Jobs in Sullivan County

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New jobs will be created at two locations in Bristol and Kingsport Projects will join two existing ACT facilities in Johnson City An employee-owned company, ACT provides a thriving culture, competitive pay, professional development and ownership shares for its employees BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob […]

Governor Lee, Commissioner Rolfe Announce Buffalo River Truss, LLC to Expand in Perry County

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Tennessee-based steel roof truss manufacturer to expand, relocate manufacturing and distribution operations to a new facility in Lobelville NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe and Buffalo River Truss, LLC officials announced today the company will expand to a new location, creating 40 new jobs in […]

The Ultimate Guide to Family-Friendly Entertainment in the Smokies

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park is consistently the most visited national park in the country. In 2021, it was visited more than 14 million times, an increase from 12.5 million in 2019, its previous record-breaking year. If you’re looking for a break from the cascading waterfalls and hiking trails of the Smokies, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg […]

The Best Day Trips From Nashville

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If you’re looking to escape the glitz and big-city feel of Nashville, some of the most picturesque towns in Middle Tennessee are just a short drive away. Whether you want to explore the Jack Daniel’s Distillery, shop ‘til you drop at a local antique store or check out some amazing wildlife and hiking trails, there […]

Governor Lee, Commissioner Rolfe Announce Tri-City Extrusion, Inc. to Expand in Bristol, Tennessee

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Aluminum extrusion producer to invest more than $30 million in Sullivan County expansion NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe and Tri-City Extrusion, Inc. (TCE) officials announced today the company will invest $30.8 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Northeast Tennessee. TCE will create 51 […]

TNECD Announces Two Opportunity Zone Roundtables in Nashville and Memphis

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Roundtable discussions regarding the QOZ incentive will take place on May 10 and May 12 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) announced today two opportunities to participate in roundtable discussions focusing on the Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) incentive, which as of December 2021, has raised roughly $24 billion in equity […]

Experience a Natural World of Wonder in Northwest Tennessee

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From eagles to the Eiffel tower to exotic zoo animals and Instagram-worthy milkshakes, Northwest Tennessee is filled with unique attractions that are both educational and fun experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Information provided by Tennessee Vacation.   VISIT   Reelfoot Lake State Park 2595 Highway 21 East, Tiptonville, TN 38079 Northwest Tennessee is home […]