King University Partners with Pellissippi State in Blount County

6/17/2013

Students at Pellissippi State Community College’s Friendsville location in Blount County, Tenn., now have the opportunity to transfer into King University’s Graduate and Professional Studies & Online Programs and complete their bachelor’s degree.

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JOSEPH Construction Adds Team Members

6/17/2013

Alex Roehl and Jason Saneford have joined JOSEPH Construction Company's Knoxville office.

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Blount County to Keep Citizens Safe with Everbridge System for Citizen Alerts

6/17/2013

Blount County & the Cities of Alcoa and Maryville are now using the Everbridge system for Citizen Alerts to communicate with thousands of businesses and residents in minutes in the event of an emergency.

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Wimberly Lawson Opens Chattanooga Office

6/13/2013

The Knoxville-based law firm Wimberly Lawson Wright Daves & Jones, P.C. announces the opening of a Chattanooga office, effective May 1, 2013.

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The 2013 Summer Series - Local Legislative Briefings

6/13/2013

Local Government leaders will discuss priorities, budget challenges and their vision for the future for your community.

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Olympic Gold Medalist and Cancer Survivor Scott Hamilton Joins the Provision Center for Proton Therapy Board of Directors

6/13/2013

Scott Hamilton, the most recognized male figure skating star in the world, recently joined the Provision Center for Proton Therapy Board of Directors.

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Latest news and tips from Northwestern Mutual

6/13/2013

This month's issue focuses on how to prepare for financial uncertainty and ideas to help kids become good money managers. Have a great summer!

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June News from Anderson Lumber

6/7/2013

Check out the latest happenings around Anderson Lumber Company, hometown owned and operated since 1925.

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A desk drawer is not a backup solution

6/7/2013

Many of us have been spring cleaning, emptying closets, organizing files and discarding unwanted items. Now that the heavy lifting is over, consider some steps to make sure your PC is in top shape too.

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NEW MEMBERS: Maryville Animal Hospital, Inc., Ripley PR, LLC, Staples, Smoky View Realty, Stay at Home of Loudon, Blount & Monroe, City of Townsend, East Tennessee Health Information

6/7/2013

NEW MEMBERS: House on the Hill, Cades Cove Private Tours, Richardson Construction, Carmike Cinemas, Peoples Home Equity, Comcast Spotlight, All Dry Roofing, J's Quality Chem-Dry, Red Chair Architects, Target Marketing, Kirby Consulting, Smoky Mountain Insurance

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Pellissippi Parkway Extension Environmental Impact Statement comment period extended

6/6/2013

The comment period for the proposed avoidance shifts has been extended to Saturday, June 15, 2013.

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Renaissance of the North American Flute Foundation Celebrates Ancient Musical Art Form, June 6-8

6/3/2013

With an expected 1,000 attendees, Renaissance of the North American Flute Foundation (RNAFF) is holding its inaugural gathering from June 6-8, 2013, at the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center in Townsend, Tenn. – a three-day festival of exhibits and performances.

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Heritage Center Announces 2013 Summer Concert Lineup

6/3/2013

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center has announced the 2013 lineup for its popular Sunset Music Series.

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King University Announces Fall 2013 Graduate, Professional Studies & Online Degree Offerings

5/31/2013

This fall, working adults in East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia will have the opportunity to complete their associate, bachelor’s degree or master’s degree from King University.

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Provision Center for Proton Therapy Names Medical Director

5/31/2013

The Provision Center for Proton Therapy announced today it has named Marcio Fagundes, M.D., as medical director. A board-certified radiation oncologist, he comes to Knoxville from the ProCure Proton Therapy Center in Oklahoma City where he has practiced proton therapy and conducted significant research.

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The Clayton Center for the Arts opens third season with a FREE Community Celebration Expo

5/29/2013

On June 15, 2013, The Clayton Center for the Arts in Maryville, Tennessee will celebrate by hosting an event devoted to honoring a healthy mind, body, and spirit in the community. This FREE event is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendor space is available.

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Circle the Smokies mobile app unveiled

5/29/2013

The Blount Partnership, in conjunction with Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson, is proud to announce that the Circle the Smokies mobile app is now available for a free download on iTunes.

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West Chevrolet Gets an Image Boost With Alcoa Reynobond® Aluminum Composite Material

5/28/2013

About one half of the 3,000 Chevy dealers across the country are currently undergoing or have completed the new image renovations encouraged by General Motors. Here at home, West Chevrolet saw their Alcoa-based shop renovation as an opportunity to support a company that shares a name with the town. by purchasing aluminum panels for its building.

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Theatre Knoxville Downtown Closes out Season with Romantic Comedy

5/28/2013

Theatre Knoxville Downtown closes it’s 2012-2013 with “‘Till Beth do us Part” by Jones, Hope and Wooten. The romantic comedy opens May 31 at 8 p.m. with and opening reception beginning at 7 p.m.

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Pellissippi State kicks off creative learning for kids beginning June 3

5/28/2013

Pellissippi State Community College is offering a wide variety of summer creative learning classes in June and July for children as young as 7. All classes are open for immediate registration.

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Vanquish Awarded Contract for EPA Region 10

5/15/2013

Maryville-based Vanquish Worldwide, a Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing global support services to the U.S. Government and the commercial market sector, announced today its award of a new, multi-million dollar federal contract to provide equipment management and warehouse services to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 10 for emergency and counter-terrorism response vehicles and equipment.

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Werker Named Ambassador of the Month

5/15/2013

Doug Werker, a business development manager for Ameriprise Financial, Brent Trentham & Associates was named the Blount County Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Month for April.

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New Healthcare Administration Degree Available through King University

5/15/2013

King University will be offering a new Healthcare Administration bachelor's degree beginning summer 2013 term at the University's Knoxville campus at Hardin Valley, and beginning fall 2013 at the Kingsport location at the Kingsport Center for Higher Education (KCHE).

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Blount Partnership celebrates Tourism Day

5/10/2013

Today, officials with Blount Partnership and the Smoky Mountain Tourism Development Authority hosted “Tourism Day,” a celebration highlighting the unique platforms that make Blount County, the Peaceful Side of the Smokies, an ideal tourist destination.

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Blackberry Farm's Executive Chef Joseph Lenn Wins James Beard Award for Best Chef Southeast

5/8/2013

Joseph Lenn, executive chef of The Barn at Blackberry Farm is the 2013 James Beard Award winner for Best Chef Southeast. Chef Lenn is the first chef from Tennessee to win this distinction. He began his career at Blackberry Farm as an intern, and has been at the helm of TheBarn since 2009.

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Alcoa to Further Expand Automotive Sheet Capacity in Blount County

5/2/2013

Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Economic and Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty, along with Alcoa officials, announced today the company will expand its rolling mill in Alcoa, Tenn. to meet the growing demand for light, durable and recyclable aluminum sheet for automotive production.

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Smith named Clayton Center general manager

5/1/2013

Blake Smith, director of operations for the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts in Houston, Texas, has been named the new general manager of the Clayton Center for the Arts located on the Maryville College campus.

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Crawford House achieves LEED Gold status

4/30/2013

One of the oldest buildings on Maryville College’s campus is now the most energy efficient.

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F.A.T. Boys Against Hunger Golf Tournament

4/29/2013

The University Area Sertoma Club Corp. presents the 13th annual F.A.T. (Feeding Americans Today) Boys Against Hunger Golf Tournament to benefit Second Harvest Foodbank on May 16.

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Alcoa Tennessee Operations employees take action during Green Works

4/26/2013

In celebration of Arbor Day, Earth Day and World Environment Day, Alcoa Tennessee Operations employees are joining their colleagues around the world to volunteer for environmental projects during Green Works, which officially runs April 21 to June 21.

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Information Technology Degree Now Offered at King’s Hardin Valley Campus

4/26/2013

King University will be offering its Information Technology bachelor’s degree this summer at the University’s Knoxville campus at The Village at Hardin Valley at 10950 Spring Bluff Way in Knoxville, Tenn.

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Cades Cove Heritage Tours to Offer Elkmont Firefly Tours

4/25/2013

Cades Cove Heritage Tours, based at Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center in Townsend, will again offer a special evening tour to see the synchronous fireflies at Elkmont on June 6-13.

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MC Orchestra, Community Chorus to present Spring Concert April 29

4/23/2013

The Orchestra at Maryville College and the Maryville College Community Chorus will present a joint Spring Concert on Mon., April 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the Ronald and Lynda Nutt Theatre of the Clayton Center for the Arts.

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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Earn college credit in the Great Smoky Mountains!

4/23/2013

The Great Smokies Experience is a one-of-a-kind, credit-bearing, college class experience for high school students entering their junior and senior years. Created and administered by professional educators from Maryville College, The Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont, and the Mountain Challenge Program.

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Kerr Joins Blount Partnership as Director of Accounting & Human Resources

4/22/2013

Blount Partnership President/CEO Bryan Daniels announced today that Bruce Kerr has been hired as the Director of Accounting and Human Resources.

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MC Jazz Band to present spring concert April 25

4/22/2013

The Maryville College Jazz Band will present its 2013 Spring Concert on Thurs., April 25 at 7 p.m. in the Clayton Center for the Arts’ Harold and Jean Lambert Recital Hall.

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Bon Appetit Names Blackberry Farm No. 1 Resort for Food Lovers

4/17/2013

Bon Appétit today unveiled Blackberry Farm as the number one resort on their site Bonappetit.com for its cover story, “10 Best Food Lover’s Hotels in America” to be featured in its May issue, which hits newsstands on April 23.

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Windham Professionals Announces Expansion in Alcoa

4/16/2013

Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty along with Windham Professionals announced today the company will expand operations at its two Tennessee locations. The expansions will add an additional 150 positions in Alcoa, Tenn. and 95 positions in Hendersonville, Tenn. and represents an investment of $500,000.

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Blount Partnership offers electronic transaction help

4/9/2013

The Blount Partnership announced today that it has joined with North American Merchant Services (NAMS) to provide its membership with the ability to accept credit cards, debit cards, electronic checks, as well as gift cards as part of the many assistance programs it offers businesses to save time and money.

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Fresh Ideas for Today's Business Leaders

4/4/2013

Why do companies like Southwest Airlines, Apple®, Zappos.com, Whole Foods Market, and Google always top the lists of the best places to work?

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Civil War Exhibit Now Open at Heritage Center

4/3/2013

To observe the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the Heritage Center is hosting a collection of memorabilia and artifacts from that important period of U.S. history. Items are on display in the Proffitt’s Gallery inside the main gallery

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Roane State Community College hosting Job Fair

4/3/2013

Roane State Community College will be hosting its annual Job Fair - 2013 for our current students and soon-to-be graduates. The event will be held at our Oak Ridge branch campus on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 from 2- 4:00 p.m.

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Blount County Announces First Certified Tourism Ambassador Program in Tennessee

4/2/2013

Blount County is once again leading the way in the tourism industry as it takes the next step in providing its visitors with a positive experience and the utmost quality service. The Smoky Mountain Tourism Development Authority announced a new Blount County Certified Tourism Ambassador Program, which is a certification program that inspires front-line hospitality employees and volunteers in the area to work together turning every visitor encounter into a positive experience.

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MC Hosts Open House for High School Juniors

3/28/2013

Maryville College invites prospective students to take one more step toward making their college decision by attending a “Just for Juniors” event, scheduled for Fri., April 12.

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Mary Beth West Ribbon Cutting to Roll Out New Brand, Office Space for 10-Year-Old Firm

3/22/2013

Formerly known as Mary Beth West Consulting, Blount County’s locally based public relations firm will celebrate its 10-year anniversary on Thurs., April 4 at a 4:30-6:00 p.m. ribbon-cutting for its new office space, including a new name and logo as well, Mary Beth West Communications, LLC.

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Registration Open for Second Annual BuechnerFest

3/22/2013

The Buechner (Beek-ner) Institute at King University will be hosting the second annual BuechnerFest at Montreat Conference Center in Montreat, N.C., May 30 through June 2, 2013. BuechnerFest will feature three days of enjoying and discussing the work and career of the award-winning writer and Presbyterian minister Frederick Buechner.

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Brent Trentham Honored as Top Financial Advisor by Barron's Magazine

3/20/2013

Brent Trentham, a private wealth advisor with Ameriprise Financial in Knoxville and Alcoa, TN has been named to the Barron’s® “Top 1,000 Advisors: State-by-State Listings” list in Barron’s Magazine, a publication covering business and finance.

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Harmony Adoptions March Newsletter

3/7/2013

Harmony Family Center's first ever mud run at Montvale is set for May 11, 2013, the Saturday before Mother's Day! Mudder's Day Madness 5K is an obstacle course designed for people age 12 and up, of all athletic abilities.

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Maryville College offering Great Smokies Experience for high school students

2/28/2013

Starting this year, rising high school juniors and seniors can enroll in a one-of-a-kind Maryville College summer course and receive three credit hours from the private liberal arts college located in East Tennessee

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Connecting Hands, Hearts, Horses and Healing

2/28/2013

This workshop will provide information regarding the grief and loss issues of children, teens and families, while incorporating the techniques of equine assisted grief counseling and art as avenues of listening to those who are grieving.

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Clean Fuel Options Gain Momentum in Tennessee with Transportation Showcase & Seminar

2/28/2013

A FREE business seminar and vehicle showcase on the economics and practicality of implementing clean, alternative fuels in today's fleets is set for March 13 at Smokies Stadium in Kodak from 9 a.m.-noon.

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Blount Partnership to Sponsor Keynote Address at Southeastern Tourism Society Conference

2/26/2013

As part of the marketing efforts by the Smoky Mountain Tourism Development Authority, the Blount Partnership is sponsoring the opening keynote address by Joel Manby, President/CEO of Herschend Family Entertainment at the Southeast Tourism Society’s Spring Symposium in Atlanta, March 18-20.

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East Tennessee Law Firms to Participate in Law Practice Today Expo

2/22/2013

The Knoxville Bar Association anticipates a substantial increase in participation from attorneys and law office staff in the Annual Law Practice Today Expo. This cutting edge Conference focuses on developing sustainable law firms with continued revenue growth, and will be held at the U.T. Conference Center in Knoxville on April 12.

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ProNova Solutions becomes first tenant at Pellissippi Place in Blount County

2/21/2013

The Blount Partnership, Knox County, Innovation Valley, Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty along with officials from ProNova Solutions, today announced the company has agreed to become the anchor tenant at the Pellissippi Place technology research and development park on the Oak Ridge Corridor located at the end of the Pellissippi Parkway in Alcoa, Tenn.

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Fort Loudoun Lake Association February Newsletter

2/19/2013

We are very excited about partnering with Calhoun's this year for the Raising of the Water! We will have Barbecue, Live Music, Drinks, a Silent Auction, and tons of fun. Tickets are only $40 this year and go on sale soon.

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Knoxville Bar Association Offers Community Law School

2/19/2013

The Knoxville Bar Association is offering a community law school on March 16 to educate local residents about how to protect themselves against fraud and make sure they are protected regarding healthcare and financial decisions.

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Maryville College appoints new division chairs

2/14/2013

The names of five new division chairpersons have been announced at Maryville College.

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Selling to the Government

2/13/2013

Does your business provide products or services that federal, state, and local governments use? How about other government agencies? If so, this FREE seminar will assist you in getting into business with these entities.

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Applications for Scots Science Scholars program accepted through March 1

2/13/2013

The deadline to apply to Maryville College’s new Scots Science Scholars (S3) program is quickly approaching.

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Three Day OSHA Class offered at Pellissippi State

2/12/2013

The Blount Partnership in conjunction with Pellissippi State are offering a three-day 10-hour OSHA class March 12-14.

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Wet and Wild Adventure Challenge Race 2013

2/12/2013

Four-person or two-person teams represent your company or organization in a challenging setting. The race features a run/walk, multi-skill events, tower climb, and —an event that is a little “wet” and one that is a little “wild.”

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Community Wellness Recognition Award 2013

2/12/2013

This recognition award, sponsored by Blount BEneFITs, recognizes the efforts of Blount County schools and businesses that are taking steps with their organization to promote and embrace healthy living.

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King to Offer Four-semester Traditional Nursing Degree in Knoxville

2/11/2013

For Knoxville area nursing students who only need to complete their clinical studies to receive their nursing degree, there is a new option. Beginning fall 2013, King University will offer a four-semester clinically ready Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree at the schools Hardin Valley location in Knoxville.

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National College of Business & Technology Appoints Dumas Director of Knoxville Campus

2/8/2013

National College of Business & Technology has named Orlando Dumas, previously of Atlanta, Georgia, as director of the Knoxville Campus.

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Tourism Development Authority Highlighted as "Best Practice" at State Tourism Event

2/6/2013

At the Tennessee Association of Convention and Visitors Bureau annual event in Murfreesboro on Feb. 1, Blount County’s tourism efforts were highlighted as a “best practices” example for programs across the state.

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TCCE Winter Conference & Legislative Reception

2/5/2013

Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Executives Winter Conference & Legislative Reception is set for March 13 in Nashville. Find out more info here.

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Twenty years of business and still going strong!

1/31/2013

Year 2013 marks Brozelco's 20th anniversary as your industrial distributor and systems integrator. Over the years, Brozelco has had the opportunity to build many valued business relationships with each of our customers in the various industries and markets that they represent.

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Clayton Center executive director announces his retirement

1/31/2013

After serving as executive director of the Clayton Center for the Arts since 2008, Robert Hutchens announced Tuesday that he will be retiring at the end of this fiscal year, May 31, 2013. Hutchens has agreed, however, to aid in the transition to new leadership by serving as executive director emeritus.

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King Announces Student Fee Structure for 2013-14; No Increase from Prior Year

1/31/2013

King University announces tuition and fees will see no increase for the 2013-2014 academic year. An awareness that affordability is of increasing concern for students and parents led King to initiate research about how the 146-year-old institution could develop a fee structure that allows students an affordable option to maximize financial aid and decrease post-grad debt.

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Peruski Joins Christopher Wm Mahler CPA PC at New Location

1/29/2013

Christopher Wm Mahler announced today that Michelle Peruski has joined his staff at Christopher Wm Mahler CPA PC.

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Prospective students invited to ''Meet Maryville'' Feb. 2

1/28/2013

High school students, adult learners and community college students are all invited to "Meet Maryville" this Sat., Feb. 2.

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Discover the Parks & Rec Jan. Newsletter

1/24/2013

Check out the happenings around Parks & Rec in their January Newsletter.

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Brain Teasers 2 Opens at Heritage Center

1/24/2013

Brain Teasers 2, the popular national traveling exhibit, opened this week at Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center in Townsend, providing visitors the opportunity to gain new appreciation for the brain and what it can do.

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Microtherm, Inc., moves into spec building to open operations in Blount County

1/23/2013

Microtherm, Inc., a subsidiary of the Etex Group headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, announced today that it is moving into the Blount Partnership spec building located at 1731 Fred Lawson Drive in Partnership Park South in Maryville, Tenn.

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Healthcare employers invited to participate in Roane State job fair

1/23/2013

Employers are invited to participate in a Feb. 27 job fair for Roane State Community College students who are pursuing careers in healthcare and plan to graduate this year.

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Foothills Community Players Announces Addition to Board

1/22/2013

The Foothills Community Players is proud to announce the addition of Dana Harbison Wham to their 2013 Board of Directors.

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Glenn Shepard is Coming to Blount County on March 8

1/22/2013

Glenn Shepard Seminars, one of our Chamber members, is providing you an opportunity to take part in a special seminar offered to members of Blount County Chamber of Commerce. We are pleased that a company of this magnitude has chosen Maryville to host this event.

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Basket-Making Classes Offered in February and April at Visitors Center in Townsend

1/16/2013

While basketry is a craft that dates back to the beginning of man-kind, today, it is an art that not many know how to do. This February and April, Karen Kenst will share this time-honored skill in a series of basket-making classes at the Visitors Center in Townsend.

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Third-Annual Virtual Town Hall to showcase Maryville College

1/15/2013

Maryville College is again inviting prospective student families to discover the four-year liberal arts college without ever leaving home.

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Couples Adventure Tour! At CLIMB Works Canopy

1/14/2013

Experience the thrill and excitement of the #1 rated zip line canopy tour in TN by TripAdvisor. Located across from the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Enjoy the views as your feet never touch the ground for 2 ½ hours, while you zip through or above the trees!

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Tickets Available for Athena Awards Reception

1/9/2013

Order your tickets today for the Athena Awards Reception, honoring the top women of Blount County, held at the Clayton Center for the Arts on Jan. 31, 2013 at 5:30 p.m.

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Sam's Club invites you to its Open House

1/4/2013

Join Sam's Club for its Open House on Jan. 12 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., where non-members can shop with no upcharge.

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Maryville Citizen Police Academy Taking Applications

1/3/2013

The Maryville Police Department is taking applications for its Citizen Police Academy scheduled to begin Tuesday, February 12, 2013.

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Red Chair Architects marks milestone with celebration

1/3/2013

Maryville-resident David Cockrill, CEO of Red Chair Architects, will mark the one-year anniversary of the successful merger of Cockrill Design and Planning and Community Tectonics on Jan. 4, 2013.

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Get fit sale offered by Jazzercise in Maryville

1/2/2013

Jazzercise in Maryville is offering a special two-day sale Jan. 7-8. Sign up today for great classes in cardio, strength and stretching.

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UT Football Legends to Speak at King College

12/20/2012

You are invited to spend an evening with members of UT’s 1998 National Championship team, Phil Fulmer, Peerless Price, and Al Wilson. The three UT legends will speak at King College on Tuesday, Jan. 29 at 6:30 p.m.

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Summit Medical Group MD Appointed to National Quality and Practice Board

12/20/2012

Dr. Wes Dean, MD, has earned a national appointment on the American Academy of Family Physicians’ Quality and Practice Board. Dr. Dean will serve a four-year term beginning at the end of 2012.

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Crye-Leike DeLozier Realty Welcomes Affiliate Broker Brett Heppner

12/20/2012

After working as a licensed Realtor for over a year and after working in the banking and lending industries for over 18 years, Brett Heppner knows all of the right business moves to make for him and his clients.

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PlanET December Newsletter

12/18/2012

Advancing East Tennessee's Regional Competitiveness is the focus of an upcoming symposium sponsored by Plan East Tennessee in partnership with Knoxville-Oak Ridge Innovation Valley, Inc.

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Are you planning on riding in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park next year?

12/18/2012

If you are responsible for planning your group's riding excursions then now is the time to let us know you're coming to town! Tell us when you plan on being here and we'll make sure you get the most out of your time.

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King Offers Variety of Options for Adult Learners in Spring 2013

12/18/2012

King’s Hardin Valley location in Knoxville has recently expanded, nearly doubling in size. Degree offerings for spring 2013 will include Business Administration, BSN for Registered Nurses, Allied Health, Psychology (PSYC), and Communication (COMM), along with the newest offering of Criminal Justice. Adult learners will also have the option to study for their master’s degree in Business Administration.

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Four Shoney's Restaurants OPEN Christmas Day

12/13/2012

Four selected Shoney’s Restaurants will be open at 8 a.m. on Christmas Day, Tuesday, December 25. In recent years, more and more people are dining out for Christmas Day and Shoney’s Family Restaurant provides a wholesome, friendly atmosphere to enjoy dining with your family.

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Check out the fun at Sequoyah Marina & Resort and River Rock Bar & Grill this Friday and New Year's

12/13/2012

Come join us for our 2nd Annual Christmas Party: Friday, December 14th @ 8 p.m. - Midnight. Open to All.

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PlanET Symposium to Share Insights on Regional Competitiveness

12/12/2012

A diverse slate of leaders will participate in a symposium on advancing East Tennessee’s regional competitiveness on Wed., Jan. 9, 2013, hosted by Plan East Tennessee, or PlanET, in partnership with Knoxville-Oak Ridge Innovation Valley.

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Special Offer From Get Fit Maryville

12/11/2012

With the studio set to open on Jan. 2, Get Fit Maryville would like to extend a special offer of FREE PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINING AND boot camp classes from Jan. 2-11.

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Bristol & Bragg Jewelers Christmas Sale

12/6/2012

Get up to 40% off, now through Saturday at Bristol & Bragg Jewelers.

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Maryville College hosts Financial Aid Night Dec. 13

12/5/2012

Maryville College is hosting its annual Financial Aid Night at 6:30 p.m., Thurs., Dec. 13 in the Harold and Jean Lambert Recital Hall of the Clayton Center for the Arts.

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Maryville City Schools Foundation hosts book launch for "Maryville"

12/4/2012

On Dec. 11, MCSF is hosting a book launch / sale / signing / reception for "Maryville," a pictorial history by Linda Braden Albert and David R. Duggan.

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Free Hot Fudge Cake – All Day Dec. 6 at Shoney’s Restaurants

11/28/2012

Shoney’s of Knoxville, Inc, restaurants are participating in the Free Hot Fudge Cake Day, on Thursday, Dec. 6. Guests are invited to go to any area Shoney’s Restaurant to receive their free hot fudge cake.

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AT&T 4G LTE Announcement

11/27/2012

AT&T will announce that its has turned on its 4G LTE network in parts of Blount County including Alcoa and Maryville, bringing customers the latest generation of wireless network technology.

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American Recycled Plastic Corporation thrives in Blount County

11/26/2012

Did you ever wonder what happens to all those plastic milk jugs and bleach bottles you are recycling each week? Well, wonder no more! The American Recycled Plastic Corporation has been recycling household & industrial discarded plastics into very durable dimensional plastic lumber and then into beautiful outdoor furniture since the late eighties.

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Townsend Artisan Guild to present holiday gifts at Visitor's Center

11/25/2012

The Smoky Mountain Visitor's Center in Townsend, Tenn., plays host to some outstanding holiday gifts, exhibits and demonstrations as presented by the Townsend Artisan Guild, Monday through Wednesday, Nov. 26-28

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Check out Laurel Valley's Special Golf Offer

11/20/2012

Check out the special offer from Laurel Valley Golf Course & Restaurant which is open during Thanksgiving holiday.

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Parks & Rec November Newsletter

11/20/2012

Check out the latest happenings around Parks & Rec in its November newsletter.

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Ruby Tuesday hires new CEO

11/19/2012

JJ Buettgen will succeed Ruby Tuesday founder Sandy Beall, who previously announced his intention to retire.

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Let Shoney’s Cook For You This Thanksgiving!

11/15/2012

Local Shoney’s Restaurants are featuring a Thanksgiving Day Buffet on Thursday, November 22rd Thanksgiving Day, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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Bethel University to hold MBA Lunch and Learn

11/13/2012

Join Bethel University for a Lunch & Learn Information Session, Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at 1 p.m., at the Blount County Chamber of Commerce, 201 S. Washington St., Maryville, TN. RSVP to Teresa Mustar at mustart@bethelu.edu or 865-210-2615

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Volunteers Needed for Christmas Gift Wrapping Booth at Foothills Mall

11/8/2012

Help Wanted: Blount County Habitat is seeking many volunteers, with experience, to wrap Christmas presents inside Foothills Mall (at Belk entrance) to raise money for a Habitat home.

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Foothills Land Conservancy November eNews

11/8/2012

Our upcoming eNews blasts will provide the new benefit levels for our current ‘Friends of the Foothills’ program, our new major gifts program for individuals and businesses, called the ‘Conservation Circle’, as well as our planned giving program, called the ‘Legacy Circle.

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Jennifer Estes Wins College Scholarship from King College, WIVK FM 107.7

11/5/2012

King College and Knoxville’s WIVK FM 107.7 announced Jennifer Estes of Loudon, Tenn., as the winner of the third annual Degree of Success Scholarship contest promotion. The contest was open to anyone who sought the chance to realize their dreams of obtaining an undergraduate degree at no cost through King’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies & Online Programs (GPS) in Knoxville, Sevierville, Morristown, Strawberry Plains, and Harriman.

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Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson to honor veterans

11/1/2012

On Veteran’s Day, Sunday, Nov. 11, Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson continues its tradition of giving back to veterans. All veterans are invited to join us at our Maryville or Pigeon Forge locations for a great free lunch and short program.

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Southern Living buzzing about Blackberry Farm cookbook

11/1/2012

Nothing has us more ready for a rustic fall feast than the new cookbook, The Foothills Cuisine of Blackberry Farm.

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Coats for our Community fundraiser set for Saturday

10/31/2012

Blount County Fire Protection District is holding its annual Coats for our Community fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 3 at 10 a.m. Doors open at 9 a.m. at The Auction House of TN, Inc., located at 2110 East Broadway Ave. (across from Hardees), Maryville.

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Multiple Artisans to display wares at Townsend Visitors Center in November

10/30/2012

Many talented local artisans are set to display their wares in the Townsend Visitors Center exhibit hall located at 7906 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway in Townsend, Tenn. Exhibitors will demonstrate their crafts, which include photography, ceramics, stained glass and woodworking.

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Region wins $2.4M for Advanced Manufacturing and Prototyping Center of East Tennessee

10/26/2012

A $2.4 million grant to establish the Advanced Manufacturing and Prototyping Center of East Tennessee (AMP!) was announced recently by its funding agencies. Led by Tech 20/20, in partnership with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), Pellissippi State and the University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services, the grant will serve a 20-county area spanning East Tennessee.

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Take Survey to Help Blount County Gain Transportation Funding

10/25/2012

You are invited to participate in an on-line survey for transportation planning in the Knoxville Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) region. Blount County is a member of the TPO and includes transportation projects in the regional plan for funding.

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JOSEPH Construction Celebrates 40 Years Building East Tennessee

10/25/2012

This month, JOSEPH Construction, Inc. celebrates 40 years as one of East Tennessee's most successful general contractors. With headquarters in Knoxville and branch offices in Sevierville and Johnson City, JOSEPH Construction has been recognized for their industrial and commercial construction expertise, as well as their services in disaster mitigation and reconstruction of damaged properties with the DCR and RECon Divisions.

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Everett Senior Center Newsletter

10/24/2012

Catch up on the packed Everett Senior Center schedule for November and December.

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Mary Beth West Consulting, LLC, Presents $10,000 to UT’s Public Relations Academic Program

10/23/2012

With the company’s 10-year anniversary approaching in March 2013, public relations firm Mary Beth West Consulting, LLC, announced today a $10,000 gift to the University of Tennessee’s College of Communication & Information’s public relations program, in memory of the late Sammie Lynn Puett, APR, Fellow PRSA.

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FLC Celebrates Two Conservation Easement Signings

10/23/2012

This past week Foothills Land Conservancy celebrated the signing of two conservation easements with several more expected to occur by the end of this year.

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King College/WIVK to Announce College Scholarship Contest Winner During Open House

10/22/2012

King College and Knoxville’s WIVK FM 107.7 are sponsoring a scholarship contest for WIVK listeners with one lucky winner receiving a full scholarship to King College. Applications will be accepted through midnight on Oct. 26, at which time five finalists will be chosen from the pool of qualified applicants. The finalists, along with the public, are invited to attend the open house/live remote on Nov. 1 at 5:30 p.m. at King’s Knoxville location at The Village at Hardin Valley where the winner will be announced.

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Three Time Bluegrass Music Entertainers of the Year come to Clayton Center

10/18/2012

At 8 pm on November 2, 2012, Clayton Center for the Arts will welcome Dailey & Vincent to the Ronald and Lynda Nutt theatre as the latest in the Clayton Center for the Arts 2012-2013 season.

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Mahler Named Blount Partnership Chamber Ambassador for Sixth Consective Month

10/17/2012

For the sixth consective month and seventh time this year, Chris Mahler was named the Blount Partnership Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Month, Blount Partnership vice president Tammi Ford announced today.

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Heritage Center to Host Smoky Mountain Book Festival

10/15/2012

The first-ever Smoky Mountain Book Festival will take place on Saturday, October 27, from 10 AM to 5 PM at the Heritage Center in Townsend.

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Eagleton Elementary and Middle Schools Sponsor Oct. 27 Festivals

10/12/2012

Two Fall festivals sponsored by the Eagleton Elementary and Middle Schools will be held on Oct. 27 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Rockford Elementary School (3728 Williams Mill Rd. Rockford, TN 37853) and then moving to the Eagleton Elementary School (708 Sam Houston School Road, Maryville, TN 37804) at 3 p.m.

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Blue Family Chiropractic To Hold Patient Appreciation Day

10/11/2012

Dr. Wendy Blue and the Blue Family Chiropractic center is holding a patient appreciation day on Friday, Nov. 9 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Job Fair sponsored by the Army National Guard

10/8/2012

Please join several Blount and Knox County employers for a job fair sponsored by the Army National Guard. It is open to all individuals searching for jobs.

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Maryville Repeats Free Compost Event

10/8/2012

Due to popular demand, The City of Maryville will hold another free compost event beginning on Monday, October 8 through Friday, October 12 from 8 AM until 3:30 PM daily. The compost meets all State and Federal Regulations and has been classified as “exceptional quality.” Four hundred fifty (450) cubic yards of compost were given away during the September event.

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Overbey donates time to local Businesses and Organizations

10/8/2012

Sen. Doug Overbey feels it is important as a public servant to be involved in his community and district. Working with these organizations and businesses is an ideal way for him to stay connected to the needs of the local community. He is able to see his constituent's economic and day to day challenges first-hand and interacting with them on a one-to-one basis provides the best insights for him to take back to Nashville.

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United Way of Blount County receives 4-star rating

10/8/2012

United Way of Blount County has received a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest and most utilized independent evaluator of charities.

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Pellissippi State, Painting with a Twist host art party for scholarships

10/8/2012

Pellissippi State Community College’s Alumni Association and the West Knoxville business Painting with a Twist are again joining forces to host “Painting with a Purpose,” an art party to raise funds for the college’s Alumni Scholarship.

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Foothills Land Conservancy October eNews

10/8/2012

Cooler weather is a welcome change in the Foothills office. Our focus during the fall season is on completing our conservation easement agreements with landowners - with the majority of them closing before the end of the year.

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Johnson Architecture Announces New Hires

10/3/2012

Johnson Architecture, Inc. is pleased to welcome two new employees to its firm and announce its newest licensed architect.

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Multiple Artisans to display wares at Townsend Visitors Center

10/2/2012

Many talented local artisans are set to display their wares in the Townsend Visitors Center exhibit hall located at 7906 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway in Townsend, Tenn. Beginning Oct. 3 through Oct. 13, exhibitors will demonstrate their crafts, which include photography, jewelry and woodworking.

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Premiere of Locally Filmed ''Macbeth'' at Clayton Center for the Arts

10/2/2012

In keeping with it’s mission to support local talent and locally produced art, the Clayton Center for the Arts will premiere the movie “Macbeth” on October 12, 2012 at 8 pm. Prior to the screening, the filmmaker and cast will be available to meet the public. The screening will be in the Harold and Jean Lambert Recital Hall. Tickets may be purchased ahead of time by calling 865-981-9590 or at www.Claytonartscenter.com and will be available the evening of the film. Tickets are $15 and $10 for students.

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Halloween Spooktacula & Bedlam

10/2/2012

We hope you will plan to attend this year’s Haunted Hope benefiting Haven House on October 27!! Tickets are $50 but we will offer a discount of $5 if you purchase by October 17 which includes food and beverage.

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Seventh Annual East Tennessee Chili Cook-Off

10/1/2012

Join us for the seventh Annual East Tennessee Chili Cook-Off benefiting Second Harvest Foodbank on Sunday, Oct. 21 at the World's Fair Park Festival Lawn in Knoxville from noon-6 p.m.

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King College and Knoxville’s WIVK 107.7 Launch College Scholarship Contest

10/1/2012

King College and Knoxville’s WIVK FM 107.7 are sponsoring a scholarship contest for WIVK listeners with one lucky winner receiving a full scholarship to King College. The promotion will begin on Monday, Oct. 1 and will run through Friday, Oct. 26.

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Parks & Rec September Newsletter

9/27/2012

This e-newsletter is from the Parks & Recreation Commission of Maryville-Alcoa-Blount County with offices located at 316. S. Everett High Road, Maryville, TN.

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Check out the happenings at DENSO

9/26/2012

Please enjoy the latest DENSO community e-newsletter for summer 2012.

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Thirteen Receive Blount Partnership Business Excellence Awards

9/21/2012

It was a time to honor the best and brightest in the community as 13 individuals and local businesses received the 2012 Blount Partnership Business Excellence Awards at the Clayton Center for the Arts on a beautiful Thursday evening at the foothills of the Smoky Mountains.

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Mahler Named Blount Partnership Chamber Ambassador for Fifth Consective Month

9/19/2012

For the fifth consective month and sixth time this year, Chris Mahler was named the Blount Partnership Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Month, Blount Partnership vice president Tammi Ford announced today.

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TSCPA to hold golf tourney benefiting the Angel Tree Program

9/19/2012

The Knoxville Chapter of the Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants is holding its 18th annual golf tournament on Monday, Oct. 1, at the Tennessee Centennial Golf Course to benefit the Angel Tree progam which provides gifts to less fortunate children at Christmas.

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Comedian Etta May returns to the Clayton Center for the Arts

9/18/2012

After last year’s sold out show with the Southern Fried Chicks, Etta May is back with her new show, Etta May’s White Trash Diary.

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Maryville College improves in U.S. News & World Report rankings

9/17/2012

Maryville College’s 2012-2013 academic year officially began with Convocation on Aug. 30, and with the start of school, administrators are celebrating some new accolades.

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Maryville College successfully completes NSF grant-funded project

9/17/2012

The National Science Foundation (NSF) grant-supported research on yeast cells conducted at Maryville College has drawn to a close after three years, but what 18 undergraduates have learned will last a lifetime.

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Maryville College awarded two more NSF grants

9/17/2012

With one National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded project completed this summer, Maryville College is gearing up for two other NSF research projects that will benefit students.

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Crye-Leike DeLozier Realty Celebrates Grand Opening

9/17/2012

With more than 50 people in attendance, Crye-Leike DeLozier Realty was excited to celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 11.

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Louisville Octoberfest III

9/17/2012

In conjunction with national Make a Difference Day, Louisville's 3rd Annual Octoberfest is set for October 26 and 27

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Help Chem-Dry Support Breast Cancer Awareness

9/14/2012

Chem-Dry, the world’s largest carpet cleaning company, is continuing their partnership with the National Breast Cancer Foundation for another year. During Chem-Dry’s 2011 Cleaning for the Cause fundraising program the brand raised more than $55,000 for NBCF and hopes to double that number this year.

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City of Maryville Free Compost Event

9/12/2012

The City of Maryville invites regional residents to try our Class A compost for free on Saturday, September 15 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. The compost meets all State and Federal Regulations and has been classified as “exceptional quality.”

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Boys & Girls Club of Blount County Grand Opening

9/12/2012

Come out to the Boys & Girls Club of Blount County Grand Opening on Sept. 25 from 4-7 p.m. at Ft. Craig located at 520 S. Washington St. in Maryville.

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7th Annual East Tennessee Chili Cook-off to Benefit Second Harvest

9/12/2012

Bush Brother’s Co. presents the 7th Annual East Tennessee Chili Cook-off to Benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee on Oct 21 from noon-6 p.m. at the World's Fair Park festival lawn in Knoxville.

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EAT WINGS. RAISE FUNDS. IT PAYS.

9/12/2012

A Secret Safe Place for Newborns of Tennessee is holding a benefit night Sept. 29 at Buffalo Wild Wings, 224 Hamilton Crossing Dr. in Alcoa.

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Be a Volunteer Driver and Save Lives

9/12/2012

Road to Recovery will soon be coming to our area, but we need volunteers to get the program started. For many cancer patients, getting to and from treatment is the greatest obstacle in beating cancer. Volunteers help eliminate this challenge through Road to Recovery.

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Vendor's Needed for Christmas Fair benefiting A Secret Safe Place for Newborns

9/12/2012

Vendor's Needed for Christmas Fair benefiting A Secret Safe Place for Newborns of Tennessee. The event takes place Nov. 1 from 6-9 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Maryville Fellowship Hall located at 202 W. Lamar Alexander.

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Pellissippi State hosts exhibit featuring African-American artist Harold Winslow

9/11/2012

He lived on the roof of a five-story apartment building in Mexico, and his room was so small that it contained little more than a bed, some canvases and his painting tools. It was from there, though, that African-American artist Harold Winslow created more than 1,300 pieces, securing a place in art history as a prolific chronicler of Mexican culture.

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Corn maze will shine spotlight on MC’s Anderson Hall

9/10/2012

Maple Lane Farms’ 14th Annual Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch will open to the public on Fri., Sept. 14. Throughout September, the maze will be open from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Fridays, from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. on Saturdays, and from noon until 6 p.m. on Sundays. Hayrides begin the last weekend in September.

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Mountain Challenge celebrates 25 years

9/10/2012

Mountain Challenge is celebrating its 25th anniversary this academic year, but community members shouldn’t expect to see silver on any of the posters, logos or event invitations that will herald the milestone.

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Mountain Challenge to host outdoor adventure festival Sept. 23

9/10/2012

As part of the 25th anniversary celebration for Mountain Challenge, the public is invited to attend an outdoor adventure festival on Sun., Sept. 23 from 1 until 4 p.m.

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King College Hits Record Enrollment for Thirteenth Straight Year

9/10/2012

For the 13th consecutive year, King College has achieved record enrollment numbers. As of the first day of classes, King’s preliminary enrollment count is 2,381, an 11 percent increase over last year’s number of 2,146.

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Japanese course offered to community

9/7/2012

Maryville College and the East Tennessee Japanese School again are partnering to offer a basic Japanese language course for the community. The classes, which begin at 9 a.m., Sept. 15 and continue every Saturday morning through Nov. 17, are open to people aged 10 to 100.

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Knoxville Bar Association Offers FREE LawTalk Series

9/7/2012

The age 60+ population is expected to grow by 63% by 2025 according to the Knox County CAC Office on Aging. But, many in this fast-growing group do not plan at all. This is often due to the mistaken assumption that if they are not wealthy or have fixed or limited assets that there is no reason to bother with a will.

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First Rail Car in Nearly 30 Years Leaves from Rail Spur at Royal Metal Powders

8/31/2012

A sigh of relief escaped from Royal Metal Powders president Mike Lutheran as he watched a rail car loaded with copper leave on a newly constructed rail spur from his expanded facility located at 433 Continental Drive in Maryville, Tenn.

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ERMedStat offers quick medical emergency information

8/30/2012

More than 65,000 people die each year in emergency rooms due to one reason; lack of patient information. Scott Gray, President of ERMedStat and Maryville resident, has invented and patented a solution that has taken off nationwide which is changing emergency care medicine one code at a time.

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Maryville College welcomes three new educators for the 2012-13 academic year

8/30/2012

This fall, Maryville College welcomes to its campus one new full-time faculty member, one visiting professor and one technical director, bringing the total number of full-time faculty members to 71.

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Multiple Artisans to display wares at Townsend Visitors Center

8/30/2012

Many talented local artisans are set to display their wares in the Townsend Visitors Center exhibit hall located at 7906 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway in Townsend, Tenn. Beginning Sept. 1 through Sept. 13, exhibitors will demonstrate their crafts, which include stained glass, paintings and woodworking.

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Clayton Center for the Arts produces Tennessee Williams' "The Glass Menagerie"

8/30/2012

On September 21 and 22 the Clayton Center for the Arts will once again produce theatre. “The Glass Menagerie” by Tennessee Williams will hold 2 school performances on September 21, one at 9 am and one at 1 pm.

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Art Market Gallery Members Exhibit in Clayton Center for the Arts Denso Gallery

8/29/2012

The Art Market Gallery will have an extended Exhibit in the Denso Gallery in the Clayton Center for the Arts through September 28, 2012. There will be an artists reception, Friday, September 28 from 5-8 PM as part of Last Friday Art Walk.

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AESSEAL to add new production line with facility expansion

8/29/2012

AESSEAL, one of the world's leading specialists in the design and manufacture of mechanical seals and support systems, marks 20 years in the community with a new expansion to its North American headquarters in Stock Creek Industrial Park. The expansion will be a $3.3 million, 15,000 square-foot addition to the Dunavant Drive location in Rockford, Tenn.

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Tuatha Dea Brings Celtic Tribal Rhythms back to the Clayton Center for the Arts

8/28/2012

Tuatha Dea, last seen at the Clayton Center for the Arts in the Music in the Air Festival comes back to the Clayton Center for the Arts for a concert on the Plaza, September 8, 2012 at 8 PM. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased by calling the Clayton Center for the Arts Box Office.

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Rob Britt of Blount County Schools - November Tax Referendum

8/27/2012

Rob Britt, Director of Blount County Schools, speaks on the new Alcoa City tax and the upcoming referendum that will be voted on by Blount County Residents.

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Job Fair at the TN National Guard

8/27/2012

Please join several Blount and Knox County employers who have already registered to attend the job fair sponsored by the Army National Guard. It is open to all individuals searching for jobs.

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Everett Senior Center Offering Train Ride in October

8/24/2012

Check out this awesome train ride the Everett Senior Center is hosting in October. What a trip if you've never been on a train.

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Disability Awareness Day Set for Oct. 31

8/24/2012

Tennessee Vocational Rehabilitation Center is hosting Disability Awareness Day on Oct. 31 to educate the general public on the many challenges people with disabilities encounter on a daily basis.

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"Renewing Our Strength" is theme for Maryville College Convocation

8/22/2012

"Renewing Our Strength" is the title of the address that Maryville College President Dr. William T. “Tom” Bogart will deliver to new and returning students, faculty and staff during the school’s 2012 Convocation ceremony, which is scheduled for Thurs., Aug. 30.

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Ceramaspeed to add 40 jobs to community

8/22/2012

More than 40 jobs are coming to Blount County as Ceramaspeed, a world leader in the provision of electric radiant heating solutions for the glass ceramic appliance market, announced today that it purchased Isphording, a company from Germany, to take over the 55,000-square foot Blount County industrial building, formerly known as the Klote International Facility.

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Dancing Bear Bicycle Bash

8/21/2012

Get ready for a weekend of beautiful weather, awesome food, hilarious bike games and 100 cyclists hitting the road at the Fall Dancing Bear Bicycle Bash, Sept. 7-9.

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Pellissippi State celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

8/21/2012

Pellissippi State Community College marks National Hispanic Heritage Month with celebrations on Sept. 20 and Oct. 12 at the Hardin Valley Campus in West Knoxville.

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Dana Soehn Selected as Park Management Assistant

8/20/2012

Great Smoky Mountains National Park announced the selection of Dana Soehn as the Management Assistant to the Superintendent’s Office of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Dana will be filling the position vacated by Bob Miller who retired earlier this summer.

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National College of Business and Technology Announces Dean’s List

8/20/2012

National College of Business & Technology in Knoxville has released the Dean's List for the Spring Terms.

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ETMG Holds Flu Shot Clinic Sept. 4-28

8/16/2012

East Tennessee Medical Group, 266 Joule St., Alcoa, is holding its annual flu shot clinic Tues., Sept. 4 – Fri., Sept. 28 from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Most insurance is accepted and no appointment is necessary.

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Shoney’s Restaurants to Host Free Annual KidCare Photo ID Events This Weekend

8/16/2012

Now in its 18th year, Shoney’s Restaurants KidCare Photo ID events will take place in the Greater Knoxville area for one weekend only, August 17-19, 2012, in partnership with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).

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Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson Celebrates 8th Year With a Birthday Bash

8/14/2012

Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson is throwing a birthday bash Labor Day Weekend! To celebrate our eighth year serving East Tennessee we have two nights of music, Friday night, Aug. 31 featuring the legendary Dr. Hook and Saturday night, Sept. 1 the Grammy Award winner The Kentucky Headhunters take the stage.

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Blount County Habitat for Humanity Hires New Director of Development

8/13/2012

Blount County Habitat for Humanity concluded a thorough 5-month long search by selecting Leslie Woodall as Habitat’s new Director of Development replacing Susan Hughes, who is now the organization’s Faith Relations Director and Volunteer Coordinator.

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Local Businesses Invited to Highland Happening

8/10/2012

Local businesses that would like to introduce themselves, their products and their services to new Maryville College students are invited to participate in the College’s Highland Happening event, scheduled for 5-7 p.m., Thurs., Aug. 23.

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Foothills Kiwanis to Host BBQ and Concert Aug. 18

8/9/2012

Foothills Kiwanis of Townsend will host its fifth annual Blues and BBQ event on Saturday, August 18, at Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center in Townsend.

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Aug. 19 Deadline for $50 Foothills Fall Festival Early Ticket Prices

8/9/2012

The City of Maryville reminds Foothills Fall Festival attendees that August 19 is the deadline to lock in early ticket prices of $50 before ticket prices go to the normal $60 rate on Aug. 20, 2012.

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Clayton Center for the Arts to Host "Chair Affair" Fund Raiser

8/8/2012

"Chair Affair," an event unique to this area, will be held in the Grand Foyer at the Clayton Center for the Arts "for" the Clayton Center on Friday, August 24, beginning at 7 p.m. To benefit the Clayton Center for the Arts, Artisan painted and donated chairs will be sold at live auction.

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Marlin & Ray’s Community GiveBack Program to aid Secret Safe Place

8/8/2012

Marlin & Ray's Community GiveBack Program is helping Secret Safe Place by giving the non-profit organization 20% of the total purchase from anyone who presents this flyer when dining at its Maryville location (751 Watkins Road) on Aug. 17-18 from 3-11 p.m.

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PYA, P.C. offers insight on The Expanding Role of the Compensation Committee

8/8/2012

Establishing a compensation committee composed of educated and active board members not only protects the organization but provides a safeguard for executives and other board members.

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ETMG Holds Free Varicose Vein Screenings Aug. 23

8/8/2012

East Tennessee Medical Group will hold free varicose vein screenings on Thursday, August 23 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the ETMG community room, 266 Joule St., Alcoa. Screenings are free and open to the public, with no appointment necessary.

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King Partners with Pellissippi State to Offer Bachelor Degrees in Strawberry Plains

8/7/2012

Students at Pellissippi State Community College’s Strawberry Plains location now have the opportunity to transfer into King’s Graduate and Professional Studies (GPS) program and complete their bachelor’s degree.

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Maryville College's Latest Video

8/7/2012

Check out the latest video from Maryville College.

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Blount County Parks & Rec Deadlines Near

8/7/2012

Deadlines are quickly approaching for Blount County Parks & Rec's fall programs. Check them out here.

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First Tennessee Bank Announces Maryville Advisory Board Members

8/7/2012

First Tennessee Bank announced today its 2012-13 advisory board members for the Maryville Region, with six Blount County leaders returning to the board and two local executives joining the board.

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Ever wanted to throw a pie in the face of an elected official?

7/25/2012

Get tickets for "Pigs & Politics" Legislative Day, sponsored by AT&T Premier and NOVA Copy, held Tuesday, July 31 from 4-7 p.m. at Alumni Gym on the Maryville College campus.

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Tami Vater Joins Blount Partnership as Director of Tourism

7/24/2012

Blount Partnership President/CEO Bryan Daniels announced today that Tami Vater has been hired as the Director of Tourism after a more than year-long search to replace Herb Handley who retired in June 2011.

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2012 Sales Tax Holiday: August 3 - 5

7/24/2012

The State of Tennessee's Annual Sales Tax Holiday will be held the first weekend in August beginning at 12:01 a.m., Friday, August 3, and ending at 11:59 p.m., Sunday, August 5.

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Blount Memorial Celebrates 65 Years

7/23/2012

Come help Blount Memorial Hospital celebrate 65 years with an anniversary celebration on Tuesday, July 24, at 10:30 a.m. in the Garden of Life area (main entrance).

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Blount Partnership Has Record-Setting Membership Event

7/19/2012

With the help of Your Chamber Connection and nearly 300 volunteers, the Blount Partnership brought in 387 new and upgraded memberships while generating $166,420 for the Chamber of Commerce at Alumni Gym on the Maryville College campus.

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Welcome New Members to the Blount County Chamber

7/18/2012

We'd like to welcome the new members to the Blount County Chamber of Commerce as part of the Membership Drive put on by Your Chamber Connection.

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Blount County’s Special Olympics "Burger Lunch"

7/13/2012

Come out to the “Burger Lunch” that benefits Blount County’s Special Olympics program Friday, July 20 from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. If you can’t make it, please feel free to spread the word. Call-in Orders will be taken as well, so feel free to give us a call or stop by!

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U.S. Small Business Administration Seeks Comments on Proposed Regulations

7/12/2012

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking comments on recently proposed regulations to determine if small businesses should be required to recertify their status for long-term orders. This is an extremely important issue for small businesses that work or wish to work with the federal government.

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Auto Physicians Presents Car-Care Seminar to Help Women

7/11/2012

Auto Physicians is providing a night out as well as some excellent practical vehicle maintenance advice for busy women. As part of the ACDelco "Knowledge is Power" program, the free seminar will be held Thursday, Aug. 8, 2012 from 6-8 p.m. at its location at 107 Plymouth Drive in Maryville, Tenn.

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McGhee Tyson Airport to Hold Living History Day

7/11/2012

On Sunday, July 29, 2012, McGhee Tyson Airport will continue to celebrate its 75th Anniversary with a Living History Day.

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Marty Black Receives 2012 Champion of the Library Award

7/10/2012

One of the highlights of the Blount County Public Library’s 10th anniversary celebration on June 16, 2012, was the presentation of the Champion of the Library award to Martha (Marty) S. L. Black.

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March of Dimes Bikers for Babies Bike Ride

7/10/2012

On August 4, 2012 Farmers Insurance Group along with RiverStone Resort & Spa are hosting Smoky Mountain Biker for Babies!!

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ETMG Sponsors "Be the Match" Family Fun Night Sat. July 14

7/10/2012

East Tennessee Medical Group will sponsor a “Be the Match” Family Fun Night on Saturday, July 14 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at John Sevier Pool, 1998 Sequoyah Ave., Maryville.

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Townsend Still Operating After Deadly Storms

7/9/2012

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park along with Cades Cove and local businesses, including hotels, cabins and campgrounds in Townsend, Tenn., are all open after deadly storms passed through the area last Thursday, July 6.

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Shoney’s in Maryville Celebrates 20 Years

7/9/2012

Shoney’s of Knoxville, Inc. will begin its 20th Anniversary celebration of its Maryville location by hosting a “Kids Night” on Monday, July 30, 2012.

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Camelot Offers FREE Foster Parent Training

7/9/2012

Please consider changing the life of a child by signing up for FREE foster parent or full-time professional parents training which begins this weekend.

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Office Depot's July Business Savings

7/6/2012

Check out Office Depot's July business savings on soft drinks and signage materials.

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Belk at Foothills Mall Holding Chamber Appreciation Day

7/6/2012

Visit to your local Belk on Tuesday, July 31, and enjoy a special day of savings. In addition to already great storewide prices, the coupon below will also save you an additional 20% off regular and sale priced items.

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Snappy Tomato Pizza to Host Blood Drive July 9

7/6/2012

MEDIC and Snappy Tomato Pizza (459 Marilyn Lane, Alcoa) will host a blood drive Monday, July 9 from 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Free small pizza & Chick-fil-A sandwich to every donor!

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M. Gibson Hotel Group To host a 2012 Job Fair

7/3/2012

M. Gibson Hotel Group To host a 2012 Job Fair for its Three Blount County Hotels, July 11 from 9-noon & 1-6 p.m.

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Hickory Construction Awarded Bid for Ooltewah Elementary School

7/3/2012

The Hamilton County Board of Education and Hamilton County commissioners approved Hickory Construction’s $21.45 million bid to build the new Ooltewah Elementary School on Ooltewah-Georgetown Road in Ooltewah, Tenn.

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You're Invited to Accelerate Your Economic Recovery

7/3/2012

South Central Media is proud to present Elm Street Economics, a FREE hands-on trends and marketing workshop designed to help you reconnect with consumers and cash in on consumer trends.

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Great Smokies is Exploring Sister Park Relationship with Newest Icelandic Park

7/2/2012

Alcoa Foundation has announced it is providing grants to Friends of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) to launch a two-year Icelandic National Parks Training Program, which helps promote and protect national parks and reserves throughout Iceland.

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Moving Blount F.W.D. Seeks Projects & Volunteers

7/2/2012

Moving Blount F.W.D. in partnership with Blount County Home Repair Collaborative and United Way of Blount County is seeking work teams from businesses, churches, civic clubs and other organizations that can assist Blount County families & non-profit agencies with small projects.

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Open Nominations for 2012 Business Excellence Awards

7/2/2012

Nominations for the 2012 Business Excellence Awards presented by the Blount Partnership are now being accepted online at www.BlountChamber.com until July 31. Winners of the 13 awards will be announced at an evening gala held at the Clayton Center for the Arts on Sept. 20. Nominations are not restricted to Blount County Chamber of Commerce members.

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Supreme Court Upholds Mandate as Tax

6/28/2012

A divided Supreme Court largely upheld the Obama administration's health-care law, saying the law's penalty for those who ignore a mandate to carry health insurance counted as a tax and was justified by Congress's constitutional taxing power.

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Pigs and Politics Legislative Day Set for July 31

6/27/2012

The Blount Partnership is proud to announce that the first-ever AT&T Pigs & Politics Legislative Day, will be held on Tuesday, July 31 from 4-7 p.m. at Alumni Gym on the Maryville College campus.

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Shoney’s Restaurants to Host Free Annual KidCare Photo ID Events

6/25/2012

Now in its 18th year, Shoney’s Restaurants KidCare Photo ID events will take place in the Greater Knoxville area for one weekend only, August 17-19, 2012, in partnership with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).

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Award Winning Canadian Youth Band to Perform at Heritage Center

6/24/2012

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center will host a concert on Thursday, July 5 by the Burlington Teen Tour Band of Ontario, Canada. The concert will begin at 7:00 PM and cost $5.00 per person (free for Heritage Center members).

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FREE Concert & Dance at Trillium Cove June 23

6/21/2012

Come out to a FREE concert and dance at Trillium Cove in Townsend on June 23. The party gets started at 11:30 a.m. Click to find out more.

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City of Maryville Announces 2012 Foothills Fall Festival Lineup

6/19/2012

After months of anticipation, the City of Maryville is proud to announce the highly anticipated 2012 Foothills Fall Festival artist lineup.

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King College Affordable Investment for Students Future

6/13/2012

For many students across the country, the cost of a college education can be quite daunting. Despite challenging economic conditions throughout the country, King College has seen record enrollment increases every year for the past 12 years.

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Multi-Media Solutions to Hold Open House

6/12/2012

Multi-Media Solutions will hold on Open House, June 28 from 3-6 p.m. at 226 Gill St. in Alcoa.

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7 Steps to Create Your Best Life

6/11/2012

June is a time for new beginnings, as thousands of graduating students step into the next phase of their lives. But you don’t need a cap and gown to embrace the joys and opportunities that come along – to create your best life you need to find the right balance.

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Don't Forget to Bring Snappy Tomato to Your Next Meeting

6/11/2012

At Snappy Tomato, bet a Beast 1-topping for 21.99 which feeds 8-10, a Junior Beast 1-topping for 13.99 which feeds 5-6 or a large 2-topping for 10.

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Dancing Bear Lodge Offers Annual Summer Sale

6/8/2012

Dancing Bear Lodge & Restaurant, a 30-acre property located in Townsend, Tenn., announced its 3rd “Annual Summer Sale” to begin on June 12th and end on June13th as a time to receive some of the best rates of the year. The “Annual Summer Sale” is a two-day period in which Dancing Bear Lodge takes reservations for July through October, offering $100 off regular room rates.

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Dancing Bear Lodge Presents Smoky Mountain Family Photo Contest

6/6/2012

Get the family photos ready! Dancing Bear Lodge is offering you a chance to win a two-night stay in July through our Smoky Mountain Family Photo Contest!

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TDOT announces decision for Pellissippi Parkway Extension

6/1/2012

Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has chosen Alternative A as its preferred route for the proposed Pellissippi Parkway Extension (State Route 162) in Blount County.

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Gracehill Bed and Breakfast Newsletter

5/31/2012

Check out the happenings at Gracehill Bed and Breakfast.

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Bill Landry to host Special Cades Cove Tours

5/31/2012

Bill Landry will host a guided trip around Cades Cove one Saturday a month for five months beginning in June, as part of the Cades Cove Heritage Tours special programs.

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Student’s Gain Early "Access" to King College

5/30/2012

Students planning to start class at King College this fall will have the opportunity to take an early look at campus life during Access King on Saturday, June 16, 2012.

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Townsend Artisan Guild Members Bryant and Webb Exhibit in Clayton Center for the Arts Denso Gallery June 1-30

5/29/2012

Evelyn Bryant and Sharon Webb, both artists with the Townsend Artisan Guild will show their work in the Denson Gallery at the Clayton Center for the Arts the month of June

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Free Slice of Strawberry Pie – All Day Thursday at Shoney’s® Restaurants

5/29/2012

For 65 years, families have loved the Shoney’s brand. To celebrate this significant anniversary, Shoney’s Restaurants has celebrated with several free offers to dine-in guests throughout the month of May. To cap off the celebratory month, Shoney’s is offering a free slice of their famous Strawberry Pie for dine-in guests on Thursday, May 31.

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ATTENTION HIKERS!

5/18/2012

In honor of the Horace Kephart & Harvey Broome Exhibit at Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center in Townsend, Admission for hikers during the month of June is just $3 – a 50% Savings! Includes the special exhibit on Horace Kephart & Harvey Broome currently at the Heritage Center (through July 30). Just mention that you are a "Hiker" to qualify for the $3 admission during June.

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Highland Manor Inn Celebrates 30 Years with Open House

5/18/2012

Highland Manor Inn in Townsend is holding an Open House June 2 to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Everyone is invited.

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Register Today for Social Media Workshop

5/17/2012

The Blount Partnership presents Daniel Monday from Slamdot.com as he holds a lunchtime seminar entitled "Put Your Money Where Your Mouse Is: Practical Advice about Websites, SEO and Social Media," at the Blount County Chamber of Commerce office, 201 S. Washington St. in Maryville, May 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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The Company Benefits Store Achieves Platinum Status in UnitedHealthcare’s United Advantage® Program

5/16/2012

The Company Benefits Store, a non-captive employee benefits agency and preferred provider for Service Provider Group, has earned Platinum membership in UnitedHealthcare’s United Advantage program.

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Summer Swing Dancing on the Plaza at Clayton Center for the Arts

5/11/2012

Clayton Center for the Arts will have free Swing Dancing on the Plaza beginning Monday, June 4 and continuing June 11, 18 and 25 from 6:30-9:30 PM. Live dance music will be provided by Ensemble Swing Time.

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Townsend to Host 5th Annual Smoky Mountain Pottery Festival June 2

5/10/2012

On June 2, 2012, the Smoky Mountain Pottery Festival will allow visitors to share in and learn about the pottery traditions of Appalachia and East Tennessee with 29 booths showcasing a wide variety of styles and techniques used by potters past and present. There will also be Raku firings, hand-building and wheel-throwing, an educational children’s tent, music and food for all to enjoy.

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East Tennessee Women’s Leadership Summit Set For June 15

5/9/2012

What’s your value? That’s a main topic on the agenda of the June 15th East Tennessee Women’s Leadership Summit- Live. Learn. Lead. Area professional women who are looking to know and grow their value, or who are interested in knowing more about leveraging their economic power, won’t want to miss this one-day event at the Airport Hilton.

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Townsend Child Safety Day

5/8/2012

Townsend Child Safety Day is set for May 12 from noon – 4 p.m. at the Corner of Hwy 321 & Town Square Drive in Townsend, Tenn. There will be a inflatables, smoke house, bicycle rodeo, bicycle safety check point, car seat check point, Indent-a-Kid Kits, dunking booth, junior fire fighter obstacle course, CERT Team & K-9 demonstrations and FREE backpacks to the first 225 children 15 and under.

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Support for Surface Transportation Bill Needed

5/8/2012

With the surface transportation bill headed to conference, your continued involvement on this issue is critically important. To ensure this bill advances through the final stages in Congress and makes it to the President's desk by June 30, we need you and your partners in the business community to continue reminding your members of Congress how important this legislation is for near-term economic growth and long-term competitiveness.

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Nations of Unity Native American PowWow/Festival Set for June

5/7/2012

Fun, dancing, crafts, food and artisans can be found at the Nations of Unity Native American PowWow/Festival, June 16-17 at Heritage High School in Maryville.

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Maryville College announces changes in academic programming

5/3/2012

In its goal to continue offering a transformational educational experience for 21st-century students, Maryville College has announced the addition of eight new majors and two new minors to its academic program.

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Have Mother's Day Brunch at Dancing Bear Lodge & Restaurant

5/2/2012

Celebrate mom this month! Dancing Bear Lodge & Restaurant is opening the doors of the restaurant for a special edition Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch on Sunday, May 13!

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Mary Beth West Consulting Tip of the Month: Dust off the Crisis Plan

5/2/2012

They say a good way to make sure you're keeping fresh batteries in your home's smoke detector is to change them out twice yearly when Daylight Saving Time begins and ends. We recommend that companies take a similar approach and designate a specific month of the year to revisit, modify and/or expand their crisis plans.

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Thursday is 65¢ All-American Burgers at Shoney’s® Restaurants

5/1/2012

Shoney’s Restaurants will offer the signature All-American Burger™ to dine-in guests for the amazing and symbolic low price of just 65¢ on Thursday, May 3.

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Gov. Bill Haslam Speaks May 10 at Sertoma Center’s Friendship Dinner

5/1/2012

Gov. Bill Haslam will be the featured speaker at the Sertoma Center’s benefit dinner on Thursday May 10, at 7 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.

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Parks & Recreation Commission of Maryville-Alcoa-Blount County News

4/30/2012

Get the latest news from Parks & Rec, including swimming pool openings at Springbrook Pool in Alcoa and John Sevier Pool in Maryville.

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New Hope Advocacy Center's Annual Report and News

4/27/2012

Check out the latest news and happenings surrounding the New Hope Advocacy Center.

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Rockfill Mitigation on US-321 Update

4/27/2012

Read about an update on the removal and stabilization of slopes on US-321 between Maryville and Townsend.

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Carl Goodman of The Isaac Network to Speak at HR Focus Group

4/26/2012

Carl Goodman of The Isaac Network to Speak at Blount Partnership HR Focus Group May 9 at 8 a.m. at the Blount County Chamber.

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Tennessee Communicators More Certain Now About Social Media’s Importance and ROI

4/25/2012

A new survey reveals that Tennessee’s communications professionals are much more certain about the return on investment using social media in 2012 than in 2010 as well as more confident about measuring social media results.

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National College of Business & Technology announces new staff members

4/24/2012

National College of Business & Technology (www.national-college.edu) is proud to announce new staff additions to the Knoxville Campus located on Kingston Pike.

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Chamber Member Michelle Peruski Wins Award from Knoxville Entrepreneurial Women’s Group

4/23/2012

Blount County Chamber member Michelle Peruski of Balance Act Bookkeeping and Small Business Specialists won the Entrepreneurial Spirit Award as presented by the Knoxville Entrepreneurial Women’s Group.

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Tickets on Sale for Smoky Mountain Pottery Festival Artist & Patron Party

4/20/2012

The Blount Partnership, in conjunction with the Maryville Downtown Association, are proud to present the first-ever Smoky Mountain Pottery Festival Exclusive Artist and Patron party, Friday, June 1 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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Knoxville Area Association of REALTORS® Offers Scholarship

4/20/2012

The Knoxville Area Association of REALTORS® is offering two minority scholarships to either The Tennessee Real Estate and Comprehensive Sales School (TREC) or The Tennessee Real Estate Education Systems School (TREES).

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Tombras Wins Most District ADDY Awards in Southeast

4/19/2012

The Tombras Group followed up its big night at the 2012 Knoxville ADDY Awards by winning more awards than any other agency in the competition's next tier, the five-state American Advertising Federation (AAF) District 7.

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Maryville College dedicates solar array during April 19 ceremony

4/18/2012

Maryville College will dedicate its new solar photovoltaic (PV) array during a ceremony scheduled for 10:30 a.m., Thurs., April 19 on the grounds near Crawford House. The public is invited to attend.

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PlanET Regional Forum Set for April 23

4/18/2012

Join us for the second Plan East Tennessee forum series and share your ideas about the region's future, April 23 at 6 p.m. at the Alcoa Service Center

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Concert will celebrate professor, organ’s new home

4/18/2012

Maryville College alumnus Bryan Ashley will perform an organ concert in honor of professor emeritus Dr. James Bloy at 2 p.m. on Sat., May 5 in the Clayton Center for the Arts. Tickets are $15.

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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Located at Blount County Chamber of Commerce

4/18/2012

The Blount Partnership, along with the Black Bear Solar Institute, are proud to announce the opening of two electric vehicle charging stations at the Blount County Chamber of Commerce located at 201 S. Washington St., in Maryville. The Partnership opened two stations in December at the Townsend Visitor’s Center.

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ADS Security Wins Two Awards at International Security Conference & Exposition

4/17/2012

ADS Security, headquartered in Nashville, TN, was the recipient of two 2012 SAMMY Awards for Best Broadcast Advertisement and Best Community Outreach Program at the 17th annual event presented by Security Sales & Integration magazine at the International Security Conference & Exposition (ISC West) in Las Vegas, NV.

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Ripley's Canned Food Drive

4/17/2012

All residents of Blount, Sevier, Cocke and Jefferson Counties can get admission to any Ripley's property in Gatlinburg, May 6-10 for $3 and a canned food item.

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First State Bank Opens Full-Service Office in Maryville

4/16/2012

First State Bank has opened a full-service office in Maryville located at 710 S. Foothills Plaza. In addition to serving Maryville, this office will also serve Alcoa and Blount County.

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Best Practices for Hospital Board Compensation

4/16/2012

The Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") continues to focus on tax-exempt hospital board governance and compensation. In light of increased scrutiny, hospitals should adhere to board of directors "best practices," especially when physicians serve as board members.

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FREE Worksite Wellness Summit

4/16/2012

In support of Gov. Haslam's campaign to change the way Tennesseans eat and exercise, the Tennessee Obesity Task Force is hosting a FREE Worksite Wellness Summit at YMCA Camp Widjiwagan on May 24.

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Popes Garden Center's Tropical Paradise

4/16/2012

Check out the flowering plant from Popes Garden Center.

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Office Depot's April Business Savings

4/10/2012

Check out the new savings opportunities from Office Depot for businesses this April.

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Parking Passes on Sale for Townsend Spring Festival and Old Timers Day May 4-5

4/10/2012

For the first time ever, reserved parking passes are being offered for the two-day Townsend Spring Festival and Old Timers Day, May 4-5, at the Townsend Visitor’s Center.

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Workshop for Farmers Interested in Marketing to Restaurants and Grocery Stores

4/10/2012

Locally produced foods are showing up on restaurant plates and grocery shelves in response to consumer interest. Farmers hoping to supply these markets face new challenges in meeting the needs of those purchasing products for these venues.

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ETMG Diagnostics Department Receives CT Accreditation

4/10/2012

The use of computed tomography (CT) scanners in the diagnostics department of East Tennessee Medical Group (ETMG) is now accredited through the Intersocietal Accreditation for Computed Tomography (IAC CT).

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Best-selling Mitford Series Author Jan Karon to Speak in Bristol

4/9/2012

New York Times best-selling author, Jan Karon, will speak at First Presbyterian Church in Bristol, Tenn., on Monday, April 23.

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King College to Host Open House at Hardin Valley Location in Knoxville

4/9/2012

King College will host an Open House on Wednesday, April 11 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the College’s Hardin Valley location at 10950 Spring Bluff Way, Knoxville, Tenn.

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Business Travel & Low Fare Survey

4/9/2012

Please take this short Business Travel & Low Fare Survey to aid McGhee Tyson Airport

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King College Photography Student Nicole Poyo to Exhibit Work in Knoxville

4/4/2012

The King College photography department is pleased to present a photography exhibit by Nicole Poyo at The Village at Hardin Valley April 5 through April 30.

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BuechnerFest Coming to Bristol

4/4/2012

Visitors from around the country will descend on King College and Bristol May 30-June 3 for a vacation with books. BuechnerFest will feature five days of programs, presentations, musical performances, and conversation on the works of novelist and theologian Frederick Buechner.

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Voicing needs of today’s youth is topic of April 10 presentation

4/3/2012

Gregory L. Williams, president and CEO of the Evans, Ga.-based non-profit The Males Advocating Change (TMAC, Inc.), will speak to area youth, parents and community leaders during a visit to Maryville College scheduled for April 10.

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Highlights from Leadership Summit of Blount County

4/3/2012

The Leadership Summit of Blount County presented by Leadership Blount was held March 30, 2012 at Clayton Homes in Maryville, Tenn.

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East Tennessee Law Firms to Participate in Law Practice Today Expo

4/3/2012

The Knoxville Bar Association anticipates a substantial increase in participation from attorneys and law office staff in the Annual Law Practice Today Expo. This cutting edge Conference focuses on developing sustainable law firms with continued revenue growth, and will be held at the U.T. Conference Center in Knoxville on April 20.

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''Master Harold…and the Boys'' by Athol Fugard opens April 13 at Clayton Center for the Arts

3/30/2012

"Master Harold…and the Boys”, a 1982 Drama Desk Award winner for outstanding new play and 1982 Tony Award nominee for best play, will be performed in the Haslam Family Flexible Theatre at the Clayton Center April 13 & 14 at 8 p.m. and April 15 at 2 p.m.

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84 Lumber Sells WestBridge Business Park Facility

3/30/2012

84 Lumber, who ceased operations last year in their WestBridge Business Park facility, has divided the 15.7 acre tract and sold the real estate to 2 parties.

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Blount Sheriff implements new text & email alert system

3/30/2012

Blount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong announced today the Sheriff's Office is expanding the Text-a-Tip system to include the TipSoft alert system.

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MC Jazz Band presents spring concert

3/29/2012

The Maryville College Jazz Band will present its 2012 Spring Concert on Thurs., April 5 at 7 p.m. in the Clayton Center for the Arts’ Harold and Jean Lambert Recital Hall.

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Pellissippi State chooses veteran site dean as head of Strawberry Plains Campus

3/29/2012

Pellissippi State Community College has selected Mike North, an experienced site dean, to lead the new Strawberry Plains Campus.

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Second Harvest Food Bank Breaks Ground on Cooler/Freezer

3/28/2012

On Tuesday, March 27, 2012, Second Harvest Food Bank broke ground in preparation for a new cooler/freezer to be completed by September.

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Lunch Benefit for Sgt. Lowell Russell Set for March 29

3/28/2012

On Thursday, Be sure to come by Something Savory Bakery & Cafe located at 131 Broadway in Downtown Maryville, to show your support for Sgt. Lowell Russell.

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Einstein’s Legacy: String Theory is topic of April 10 lecture

3/27/2012

Dr. George Siopsis, professor of physics at the University of Tennessee, will give a presentation entitled “Einstein’s Legacy” at 6 p.m., Tues., April 10, in the Lawson Auditorium of Maryville College’s Fayerweather Hall.

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Bompata Benefit Dinner planned for March 29

3/27/2012

Good food, interesting culture and the opportunity to help put 14 Ghanaian children through school will be served up at Maryville College’s third annual Bompata Benefit Dinner, scheduled for 6 p.m., Thurs., March 29 at the Martin Luther King Center in Alcoa.

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King College BBA Student Jeanice Pratt Awarded Student of the Year

3/27/2012

Jeanice Pratt, King College BBA student from Knoxville, has been awarded the Student of the Year award from the East Tennessee College Alliance (ETCA).

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King College Named to President's Honor Roll for Community Service

3/23/2012

King College has been named to the 2012 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll.

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Former Chamber President Tutt Bradford Passes Away

3/23/2012

Former Blount County Chamber of Commerce president, Daily Times publisher and community leader Tutt S. Bradford died at Shannondale of Maryville.

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Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson® Congratulates Graduates of First Deaf Rider's Edge® Class

3/21/2012

Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson® congratulates the twelve students that graduated this past weekend from our first Deaf Rider’s Edge® class. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation believes this is the first deaf graduating class in the State of Tennessee.

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Chamber Board Member Virginia Hardwick and Hannah Rials to receive the 2012 Leadership Blount Awards

3/20/2012

Virginia Hardwick '02 and Hannah Rials are the 2012 recipients of the Community Leadership Award and Youth Leadership Award.

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Camping: A Resort Destination

3/19/2012

In this new era of cost-cutting vacations and staying greener when visiting national parks or the mountains, nothing beats getting back to nature like camping at any of the award winning Townsend area campgrounds.

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Andy Oakes at LeConte Wealth Management Earns CFP® Designation

3/15/2012

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''Capitalist Pigs'' Aim to Smoke Cancer With Relay Roast

3/15/2012

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Help Watts Chiropractic Celebrate 30 Years

3/14/2012

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Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center Featured on Cover of 2012 Maryville-Alcoa YP Real Yellow Pages Directory

3/12/2012

Elected officials were on hand for the unveiling of the 2012 Maryville-Alcoa YP Real Yellow Pages directory featuring the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center

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Speak Out Now Against Proposed New Rules that Hinder Small Business

3/10/2012

Blount Partnership objects to new proposed rules that are inconsistent with the constitutional Small Business Act!

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Vote for Blackberry Farm Joseph Lenn as Top Chef

3/8/2012

Voters can also enter to win from Blackberry Farm -- A Complimentary Dinner for Two, Private Dinner in your home for 10, A Day in the Life of a Chef or our Lowest Rates of the Year for All who vote.

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The Palace Theater Hosts Benefit Concert for Young Pickers March 9

3/1/2012

The Palace Theater, located at 113 W. Broadway in Maryville, Tenn., will host a Benefit Concert of bluegrass, mountain, and Celtic music on Friday, March 9, 2012 from 7-9 p.m.

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Oak Ridge Sustainable Energy and Environment Expo

2/23/2012

The Oak Ridge Revitalization Effort in partnership with the City of Oak Ridge, the Environmental Quality Advisory Board, the Oak Ridge Convention and Visitors Bureau will be hosting the Oak Ridge Sustainable Energy and Environment Expo (ORSEEE) on Saturday, May 5, 2012 at the OR Civic Center

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Electric Charging Station Arrives in Townsend

2/22/2012

Another step towards “going green” has come to East Tennessee as the Blink electric vehicle charging station is now in operation at the Smoky Mountain Visitors Center in Townsend.

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Blount County Stormwater Department to Host Residential Workshop

2/15/2012

The workshop will take place on Tuesday, February 21, 7-8 p.m. in the Blount County Public Library.

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Blount Partnership Launches Fleet Fuel Card Program

2/1/2012

Another money saving option is now being offered by the Blount Partnership to Chamber of Commerce members.

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Sullivan Photography Won The WeddingWire Bride's Choice Awards 2012!

1/7/2012

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View Lalka Tax Services, LLC January Newsletter

1/6/2012

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Haven House Thirty Years of Savings and Changing Lives

1/5/2012

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Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson Honored With Top 100 Award: Fourth Year In A Row

1/3/2012

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Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson Honored With Top 100 Award: Fourth Year In A Row

1/3/2012

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New Law Keeps Payroll Tax Cut in Place Through February 2012

12/27/2011

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Entrepreneurial Imperative To Bring Together Experts, Small Businesses, Entrepreneurs to Encourage Success and Help Regional Economy

11/7/2011

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Stephen C. Daves, Jr. Joins the Shareholders of Pinkstaff, Simpson, Hall & Headrick, P.C.

11/1/2011

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Year - End Tax Saving Tips

10/1/2011

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Blount Partnership Receives Arts & Culture Alliance Arts Build Communities Grant

9/29/2011

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Record Crowd Seen at Townsend Fall Festival

9/25/2011

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GOVERNOR HASLAM, COMMISSIONER HAGERTY, BLOUNT COUNTY OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE EXPANSION OF TEAMHEALTH

9/15/2011

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Pellissippi State Announces Annual Music Series Schedule

8/4/2011

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THDA Offers Mortgage Payment Coverage

7/5/2011

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Legislative Activity

5/20/2011

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Telecommunications bill overcomes first hurdle

4/15/2011

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TDOT Update on East Lamar Alexander Parkway (TN 73-Scenic) at Stables Drive

3/8/2011

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Still Digging Out

2/2/2011

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Report Card On School Systems Released

1/8/2011

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Knoxville-Oak Ridge Innovation Valley® Identified as Prime Spot for Data Center

12/10/2010

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