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Region: East Tennessee

Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Vulcan Thermal to Establish Manufacturing Operations in Surgoinsville

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Pennsylvania-based heat treatment company to expand operations to Northeast Tennessee Project represents a $5 million investment in At-Risk Hawkins County  NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Vulcan Thermal officials announced today the company will invest $5 million to construct a new manufacturing facility […]

Community Spotlight: Jonesborough, Tennessee

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Founded in 1779, Jonesborough proudly claims the title of the oldest town in Tennessee, which predates Tennessee’s statehood. It is infused with a sense of heritage that resonates through its well-preserved architecture and storied streets. Originally a vital hub for pioneers and settlers, Jonesborough played a pivotal role in the westward expansion, witnessing firsthand the […]

Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Rich Products to Expand Manufacturing Operations in Hamblen County

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Global, family-owned food company to invest $27 million in Morristown, employ nearly 1,400 Tennesseans upon completion of project  NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Rich Products (Rich’s) officials announced today that Rich’s will invest $27 million to expand production at its Morristown, Tennessee, […]

Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Type One Energy Group, Inc. to Establish HQ and Expand R&D Operations to Tennessee

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Type One Energy is the first funding recipient through Tennessee’s Nuclear Energy Fund Company to invest $223 million in East Tennessee Project includes a headquarters relocation, expanded research and development operations  NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Type One Energy Group, Inc. officials […]

The Heart of Knoxville: The Love Kitchen Story

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In the heart of Knoxville, Tennessee, there exists a place where no one goes hungry, a place where love knows no bounds, a place that has become a haven of warmth, generosity and compassion for so many people, a place called The Love Kitchen. Founded by twin sisters Helen Ashe and Ellen Turner on Valentine’s […]

Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Snap-on to Expand Manufacturing Operations in Carter County

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Snap-on Incorporated to invest more than $40 million in its Elizabethton facility, create 50 new jobs NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Snap-on officials announced today the company will invest $44 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Elizabethton, Tennessee. Snap-on’s planned expansion […]

100-Year-Old Companies: East Tennessee

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East Tennessee is not only the home of America’s favorite national park, the Great Smoky Mountains, but it also boasts a rich history of businesses, several of which are celebrating a century or more of success. These centennial establishments have stood the test of time and endured many challenges, including world wars, the Great Depression, […]

Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Custom Foods of America Inc. to Expand Manufacturing and Distribution Operations in Knox County

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 Custom food manufacturer and supplier to invest more than $51 million, more than double employee headcount in Knoxville NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Custom Foods of America Inc. (CFA) officials announced today the company will invest more than $51 million to expand […]

Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Genera to Expand Manufacturing and Distribution Operations in Monroe County

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Ag-based sustainable fiber and biomaterials company to invest nearly $350 million in Vonore, create more than 230 new jobs through expansion VONORE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Genera officials announced today the company will invest nearly $350 million to expand production and distribution […]

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