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Region: East Tennessee

TNECD Announces Industry Recovery Grantees Following Hurricane Helene

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Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Deputy Gov. and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced today the two companies in Cocke County that will each receive a retainment and retraining grant following the devastation and destruction of Hurricane Helene in September 2024.

Aqua Membranes to Establish Tennessee Manufacturing Presence in Knox County

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Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Aqua Membranes officials announced today the company is expanding its manufacturing operations, selecting Knoxville, Tennessee, as its first location outside its headquarters in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Biederman to Establish First U.S. Location in Hawkins County

A person wearing black gloves uses a grease gun labeled "biederman Plastic Grease Cartridges" in an industrial setting with yellow metal fencing in the background.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Deputy Gov. and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Biederman officials announced today the company is expanding its manufacturing presence by locating its first U.S. facility in Rogersville, Tennessee.

Community Spotlight – Erwin, Tennessee

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Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, the town of Erwin, Tennessee, stands as a testament to resilience, renewal and community pride. Located in Unicoi County, just south of Johnson City, Erwin is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, rich history and hardworking people who define what it means to be “Tennessee strong.” More […]

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