http://www.blountchamber.com//home.aspxThu, 25 Apr 2013 12:20:36 GMTBlount Chamber Generatorhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssBlount County TN encompasses Alcoa, Belle Meade, Eagleton Village, East Springbrook, Friendsville, Louisville, Maryville, Plainfield, Rockford, South Hall, Townsend, Vose, Walland, West Springbrook, and Wildwood.http://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/new_members_city_of_townsend_east_tennessee_health_information_tracie_walker_lcsw_counseling_services_leconte_realty_welcome_wagon_jeepism_brakequip_vacation_station_kennel.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/new_members_city_of_townsend_east_tennessee_health_information_tracie_walker_lcsw_counseling_services_leconte_realty_welcome_wagon_jeepism_brakequip_vacation_station_kennel.aspxNEW 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 InsuranceWed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/vanquish_awarded_contract_for_epa_region_10.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/vanquish_awarded_contract_for_epa_region_10.aspxMaryville-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.Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/werker_named_ambassador_of_the_month.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/werker_named_ambassador_of_the_month.aspxDoug 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.Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/new_healthcare_administration_degree_available_through_king_university.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/new_healthcare_administration_degree_available_through_king_university.aspxKing 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). Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_partnership_celebrates_tourism_day.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_partnership_celebrates_tourism_day.aspxToday, 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. Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blackberry_farms_executive_chef_joseph_lenn_wins_james_beard_award_for_best_chef_southeast.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blackberry_farms_executive_chef_joseph_lenn_wins_james_beard_award_for_best_chef_southeast.aspxJoseph 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.Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/alcoa_to_further_expand_automotive_sheet_capacity_in_blount_county.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/alcoa_to_further_expand_automotive_sheet_capacity_in_blount_county.aspxTennessee 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.Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/smith_named_clayton_center_general_manager.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/smith_named_clayton_center_general_manager.aspxBlake 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.Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/crawford_house_achieves_leed_gold_status.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/crawford_house_achieves_leed_gold_status.aspxOne of the oldest buildings on Maryville College’s campus is now the most energy efficient. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/fat_boys_against_hunger_golf_tournament.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/fat_boys_against_hunger_golf_tournament.aspxThe 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.Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/alcoa_tennessee_operations_employees_take_action_during_green_works.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/alcoa_tennessee_operations_employees_take_action_during_green_works.aspxIn 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. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/information_technology_degree_now_offered_at_kings_hardin_valley_campus.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/information_technology_degree_now_offered_at_kings_hardin_valley_campus.aspxKing 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. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/cades_cove_heritage_tours_to_offer_elkmont_firefly_tours.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/cades_cove_heritage_tours_to_offer_elkmont_firefly_tours.aspxCades 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. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mc_orchestra_community_chorus_to_present_spring_concert_april_29.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mc_orchestra_community_chorus_to_present_spring_concert_april_29.aspxThe 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.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/high_school_students_earn_college_credit_in_the_great_smoky_mountains.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/high_school_students_earn_college_credit_in_the_great_smoky_mountains.aspxThe 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.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/kerr_joins_blount_partnership_as_director_of_accounting_human_resources.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/kerr_joins_blount_partnership_as_director_of_accounting_human_resources.aspxBlount Partnership President/CEO Bryan Daniels announced today that Bruce Kerr has been hired as the Director of Accounting and Human Resources.Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mc_jazz_band_to_present_spring_concert_april_25.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mc_jazz_band_to_present_spring_concert_april_25.aspxThe 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.Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/bon_appetit_names_blackberry_farm_no_1_resort_for_food_lovers.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/bon_appetit_names_blackberry_farm_no_1_resort_for_food_lovers.aspxBon 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.Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/windham_professionals_announces_expansion_in_alcoa.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/windham_professionals_announces_expansion_in_alcoa.aspxTennessee 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.Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_partnership_offers_electronic_transaction_help.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_partnership_offers_electronic_transaction_help.aspxThe 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. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/16rNTMwhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/16rNTMwWhy do companies like Southwest Airlines, Apple®, Zappos.com, Whole Foods Market, and Google always top the lists of the best places to work?Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/civil_war_exhibit_now_open_at_heritage_center.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/civil_war_exhibit_now_open_at_heritage_center.aspxTo 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 galleryWed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/roane_state_community_college_hosting_job_fair.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/roane_state_community_college_hosting_job_fair.aspxRoane 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.Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_county_announces_first_certified_tourism_ambassador_program_in_tennessee.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_county_announces_first_certified_tourism_ambassador_program_in_tennessee.aspxBlount 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. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mc_hosts_open_house_for_high_school_juniors.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mc_hosts_open_house_for_high_school_juniors.aspxMaryville 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.Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mary_beth_west_ribbon_cutting_to_roll_out_new_brand_office_space_for_10-year-old_firm.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mary_beth_west_ribbon_cutting_to_roll_out_new_brand_office_space_for_10-year-old_firm.aspxFormerly 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.Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/registration_open_for_second_annual_buechnerfest.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/registration_open_for_second_annual_buechnerfest.aspxThe 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. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/brent_trentham_honored_as_top_financial_advisor_by_barrons_magazine.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/brent_trentham_honored_as_top_financial_advisor_by_barrons_magazine.aspxBrent 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.Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/13IK9cWhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/13IK9cWHarmony 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. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_offering_great_smokies_experience_for_high_school_students.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_offering_great_smokies_experience_for_high_school_students.aspxStarting 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 TennesseeThu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/March%209%20workshop%20final.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/March%209%20workshop%20final.pdfThis 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.Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/clean_fuel_options_gain_momentum_in_tennessee_with_transportation_showcase_seminar.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/clean_fuel_options_gain_momentum_in_tennessee_with_transportation_showcase_seminar.aspxA 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.Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_partnership_to_sponsor_keynote_address_at_southeastern_tourism_society_conference.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_partnership_to_sponsor_keynote_address_at_southeastern_tourism_society_conference.aspxAs 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.Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/east_tennessee_law_firms_to_participate_in_law_practice_today_expo.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/east_tennessee_law_firms_to_participate_in_law_practice_today_expo.aspxThe 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.Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pronova_solutions_becomes_first_tenant_at_pellissippi_place_in_blount_county.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pronova_solutions_becomes_first_tenant_at_pellissippi_place_in_blount_county.aspxThe 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.Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/138CPCnhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/138CPCnWe 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. Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/knoxville_bar_association_offers_community_law_school.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/knoxville_bar_association_offers_community_law_school.aspxThe 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.Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_appoints_new_division_chairs.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_appoints_new_division_chairs.aspxThe names of five new division chairpersons have been announced at Maryville College.Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/selling_to_the_government.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/selling_to_the_government.aspxDoes 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.Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/applications_for_scots_science_scholars_program_accepted_through_march_1.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/applications_for_scots_science_scholars_program_accepted_through_march_1.aspxThe deadline to apply to Maryville College’s new Scots Science Scholars (S3) program is quickly approaching.Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/three_day_osha_class_offered_at_pellissippi_state.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/three_day_osha_class_offered_at_pellissippi_state.aspxThe Blount Partnership in conjunction with Pellissippi State are offering a three-day 10-hour OSHA class March 12-14.Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Wet-WildRaceForm2013.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Wet-WildRaceForm2013.pdfFour-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.” Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/RSMbasicForm2013.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/RSMbasicForm2013.pdfThis 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.Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_to_offer_four-semester_traditional_nursing_degree_in_knoxville.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_to_offer_four-semester_traditional_nursing_degree_in_knoxville.aspxFor 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.Mon, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/national_college_of_business_technology_appoints_dumas_director_of_knoxville_campus.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/national_college_of_business_technology_appoints_dumas_director_of_knoxville_campus.aspxNational College of Business & Technology has named Orlando Dumas, previously of Atlanta, Georgia, as director of the Knoxville Campus.Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tourism_development_authority_highlighted_as_best_practice_at_state_tourism_event.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tourism_development_authority_highlighted_as_best_practice_at_state_tourism_event.aspxAt 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. Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/2013-tcce.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/2013-tcce.pdfTennessee Chamber of Commerce Executives Winter Conference & Legislative Reception is set for March 13 in Nashville. Find out more info here. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/twenty_years_of_business_and_still_going_strong.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/twenty_years_of_business_and_still_going_strong.aspxYear 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. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/clayton_center_executive_director_announces_his_retirement.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/clayton_center_executive_director_announces_his_retirement.aspxAfter 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.Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_announces_student_fee_structure_for_2013-14_no_increase_from_prior_year.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_announces_student_fee_structure_for_2013-14_no_increase_from_prior_year.aspxKing 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.Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/peruski_joins_christopher_wm_mahler_cpa_pc_at_new_location.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/peruski_joins_christopher_wm_mahler_cpa_pc_at_new_location.aspxChristopher Wm Mahler announced today that Michelle Peruski has joined his staff at Christopher Wm Mahler CPA PC.Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/prospective_students_invited_to_meet_maryville_feb_2.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/prospective_students_invited_to_meet_maryville_feb_2.aspxHigh school students, adult learners and community college students are all invited to "Meet Maryville" this Sat., Feb. 2.Mon, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Fun%20Times%20Jan.%202013.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Fun%20Times%20Jan.%202013.pdfCheck out the happenings around Parks & Rec in their January Newsletter.Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/brain_teasers_2_opens_at_heritage_center.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/brain_teasers_2_opens_at_heritage_center.aspxBrain 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. Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/microtherm_inc_moves_into_spec_building_to_open_operations_in_blount_county.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/microtherm_inc_moves_into_spec_building_to_open_operations_in_blount_county.aspx 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. Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/healthcare_employers_invited_to_participate_in_roane_state_job_fair.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/healthcare_employers_invited_to_participate_in_roane_state_job_fair.aspxEmployers 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.Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/foothills_community_players_announces_addition_to_board.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/foothills_community_players_announces_addition_to_board.aspxThe Foothills Community Players is proud to announce the addition of Dana Harbison Wham to their 2013 Board of Directors. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/glenn_shepard_is_coming_to_blount_county_on_march_8.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/glenn_shepard_is_coming_to_blount_county_on_march_8.aspxGlenn 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.Tue, 22 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/basket-making_classes_offered_in_february_and_april_at_visitors_center_in_townsend.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/basket-making_classes_offered_in_february_and_april_at_visitors_center_in_townsend.aspxWhile 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. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/third-annual_virtual_town_hall_to_showcase_maryville_college.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/third-annual_virtual_town_hall_to_showcase_maryville_college.aspxMaryville College is again inviting prospective student families to discover the four-year liberal arts college without ever leaving home.Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/couples_adventure_tour_at_climb_works_canopy.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/couples_adventure_tour_at_climb_works_canopy.aspxExperience 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!Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tickets_available_for_athena_awards_reception.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tickets_available_for_athena_awards_reception.aspxOrder 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.Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/sams_club_invites_you_to_its_open_house.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/sams_club_invites_you_to_its_open_house.aspxJoin 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.Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_citizen_police_academy_taking_applications.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_citizen_police_academy_taking_applications.aspxThe Maryville Police Department is taking applications for its Citizen Police Academy scheduled to begin Tuesday, February 12, 2013. Thu, 03 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/red_chair_architects_marks_milestone_with_celebration.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/red_chair_architects_marks_milestone_with_celebration.aspxMaryville-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.Thu, 03 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/get_fit_sale_offered_by_jazzercise_in_maryville.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/get_fit_sale_offered_by_jazzercise_in_maryville.aspxJazzercise in Maryville is offering a special two-day sale Jan. 7-8. Sign up today for great classes in cardio, strength and stretching.Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ut_football_legends_to_speak_at_king_college.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ut_football_legends_to_speak_at_king_college.aspxYou 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. Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/summit_medical_group_md_appointed_to_national_quality_and_practice_board.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/summit_medical_group_md_appointed_to_national_quality_and_practice_board.aspxDr. 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.Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/crye-leike_delozier_realty_welcomes_affiliate_broker_brett_heppner.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/crye-leike_delozier_realty_welcomes_affiliate_broker_brett_heppner.aspxAfter 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.Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/12mxMRchttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/12mxMRcAdvancing 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. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/are_you_planning_on_riding_in_the_great_smoky_mountains_national_park_next_year.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/are_you_planning_on_riding_in_the_great_smoky_mountains_national_park_next_year.aspxIf 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.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_offers_variety_of_options_for_adult_learners_in_spring_2013.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_offers_variety_of_options_for_adult_learners_in_spring_2013.aspxKing’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. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/check_out_the_fun_at_sequoyah_marina_resort_and_river_rock_bar_grill_this_friday_and_new_years.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/check_out_the_fun_at_sequoyah_marina_resort_and_river_rock_bar_grill_this_friday_and_new_years.aspxCome join us for our 2nd Annual Christmas Party: Friday, December 14th @ 8 p.m. - Midnight. Open to All. Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/four_shoneys_restaurants_open_christmas_day.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/four_shoneys_restaurants_open_christmas_day.aspxFour 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.Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/planet_symposium_to_share_insights_on_regional_competitiveness.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/planet_symposium_to_share_insights_on_regional_competitiveness.aspxA 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.Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/special_offer_from_get_fit_maryville.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/special_offer_from_get_fit_maryville.aspxWith 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.Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/bristol_bragg_jewelers_christmas_sale.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/bristol_bragg_jewelers_christmas_sale.aspxGet up to 40% off, now through Saturday at Bristol & Bragg Jewelers.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_hosts_financial_aid_night_dec_13.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_hosts_financial_aid_night_dec_13.aspxMaryville 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.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_city_schools_foundation_hosts_book_launch_for_maryville.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_city_schools_foundation_hosts_book_launch_for_maryville.aspxOn Dec. 11, MCSF is hosting a book launch / sale / signing / reception for "Maryville," a pictorial history by Linda Braden Albert and David R. Duggan. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/free_hot_fudge_cake_all_day_dec_6_at_shoneys_restaurants.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/free_hot_fudge_cake_all_day_dec_6_at_shoneys_restaurants.aspxShoney’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.Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/att_4g_lte_announcement.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/att_4g_lte_announcement.aspxAT&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. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/american_recycled_plastic_corporation_thrives_in_blount_county.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/american_recycled_plastic_corporation_thrives_in_blount_county.aspxDid 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. Mon, 26 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/townsend_artisan_guild_to_present_holiday_gifts_at_visitors_center.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/townsend_artisan_guild_to_present_holiday_gifts_at_visitors_center.aspxThe 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. 26-28Sun, 25 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/check_out_laurel_valleys_special_golf_offer.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/check_out_laurel_valleys_special_golf_offer.aspxCheck out the special offer from Laurel Valley Golf Course & Restaurant which is open during Thanksgiving holiday.Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Fun%20Times%20November%20%202012.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Fun%20Times%20November%20%202012.pdfCheck out the latest happenings around Parks & Rec in its November newsletter.Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ruby_tuesday_hires_new_ceo.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ruby_tuesday_hires_new_ceo.aspxJJ Buettgen will succeed Ruby Tuesday founder Sandy Beall, who previously announced his intention to retire.Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/let_shoneys_cook_for_you_this_thanksgiving.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/let_shoneys_cook_for_you_this_thanksgiving.aspxLocal Shoney’s Restaurants are featuring a Thanksgiving Day Buffet on Thursday, November 22rd Thanksgiving Day, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/bethel_university_to_hold_mba_lunch_and_learn.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/bethel_university_to_hold_mba_lunch_and_learn.aspxJoin 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 865-210-2615Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/volunteers_needed_for_christmas_gift_wrapping_booth_at_foothills_mall.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/volunteers_needed_for_christmas_gift_wrapping_booth_at_foothills_mall.aspxHelp 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. Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/Z7dcSdhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/Z7dcSdOur 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.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/jennifer_estes_wins_college_scholarship_from_king_college_wivk_fm_1077.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/jennifer_estes_wins_college_scholarship_from_king_college_wivk_fm_1077.aspxKing 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. Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/smoky_mountain_harley-davidson_to_honor_veterans.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/smoky_mountain_harley-davidson_to_honor_veterans.aspxOn 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.Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://thedailysouth.southernliving.com/2012/10/29/5-things-were-buzzing-about-this-week/ http://www.blountchamber.comhttp://thedailysouth.southernliving.com/2012/10/29/5-things-were-buzzing-about-this-week/ Nothing has us more ready for a rustic fall feast than the new cookbook, The Foothills Cuisine of Blackberry Farm.Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/coats_for_our_community_fundraiser_set_for_saturday.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/coats_for_our_community_fundraiser_set_for_saturday.aspxBlount 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. Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/multiple_artisans_to_display_wares_at_townsend_visitors_center_in_november.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/multiple_artisans_to_display_wares_at_townsend_visitors_center_in_november.aspxMany 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.Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/Y30DGYhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/Y30DGYA $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.Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/take_survey_to_help_blount_county_gain_transportation_funding.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/take_survey_to_help_blount_county_gain_transportation_funding.aspxYou 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.Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/joseph_construction_celebrates_40_years_building_east_tennessee.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/joseph_construction_celebrates_40_years_building_east_tennessee.aspxThis 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.Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Newsletter%20Nov_Dec%2012.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Newsletter%20Nov_Dec%2012.pdfCatch up on the packed Everett Senior Center schedule for November and December.Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mary_beth_west_consulting_llc_presents_10000_to_uts_public_relations_academic_program.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mary_beth_west_consulting_llc_presents_10000_to_uts_public_relations_academic_program.aspxWith 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.Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://hosted.verticalresponse.com/456028/a5f02ce70b/1707500860/d6f5550c24/http://www.blountchamber.comhttp://hosted.verticalresponse.com/456028/a5f02ce70b/1707500860/d6f5550c24/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.Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_collegewivk_to_announce_college_scholarship_contest_winner_during_open_house.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_collegewivk_to_announce_college_scholarship_contest_winner_during_open_house.aspxKing 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.Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/three_time_bluegrass_music_entertainers_of_the_year_come_to_clayton_center.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/three_time_bluegrass_music_entertainers_of_the_year_come_to_clayton_center.aspxAt 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. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mahler_named_blount_partnership_chamber_ambassador_for_sixth_consective_month.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mahler_named_blount_partnership_chamber_ambassador_for_sixth_consective_month.aspxFor 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.Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/heritage_center_to_host_smoky_mountain_book_festival.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/heritage_center_to_host_smoky_mountain_book_festival.aspxThe 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. Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/eagleton_elementary_and_middle_schools_sponsor_oct_27_festivals.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/eagleton_elementary_and_middle_schools_sponsor_oct_27_festivals.aspxTwo 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.Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blue_family_chiropractic_to_hold_patient_appreciation_day.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blue_family_chiropractic_to_hold_patient_appreciation_day.aspxDr. 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.Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/job_fair_sponsored_by_the_army_national_guard.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/job_fair_sponsored_by_the_army_national_guard.aspxPlease 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. Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_repeats_free_compost_event.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_repeats_free_compost_event.aspxDue 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. Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/overbey_donates_time_to_local_businesses_and_organizations.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/overbey_donates_time_to_local_businesses_and_organizations.aspxSen. 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.Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/united_way_of_blount_county_receives_4-star_rating.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/united_way_of_blount_county_receives_4-star_rating.aspxUnited Way of Blount County has received a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest and most utilized independent evaluator of charities.Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pellissippi_state_painting_with_a_twist_host_art_party_for_scholarships.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pellissippi_state_painting_with_a_twist_host_art_party_for_scholarships.aspxPellissippi 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.Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/Rr7cznhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/Rr7cznCooler 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. Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/johnson_architecture_announces_new_hires.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/johnson_architecture_announces_new_hires.aspxJohnson Architecture, Inc. is pleased to welcome two new employees to its firm and announce its newest licensed architect. Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/multiple_artisans_to_display_wares_at_townsend_visitors_center.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/multiple_artisans_to_display_wares_at_townsend_visitors_center.aspxMany 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.Tue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/premiere_of_locally_filmed_macbeth_at_clayton_center_for_the_arts.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/premiere_of_locally_filmed_macbeth_at_clayton_center_for_the_arts.aspxIn 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. Tue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/halloween_spooktacula_bedlam.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/halloween_spooktacula_bedlam.aspxWe 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.Tue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/140601%20Second%20Harvest%20Chili%20Poster%2017x11.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/140601%20Second%20Harvest%20Chili%20Poster%2017x11.pdfJoin 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.Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_and_knoxvilles_wivk_1077_launch_college_scholarship_contest.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_and_knoxvilles_wivk_1077_launch_college_scholarship_contest.aspxKing 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. Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Fun%20Times%20September%20%202012.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Fun%20Times%20September%20%202012.pdfThis e-newsletter is from the Parks & Recreation Commission of Maryville-Alcoa-Blount County with offices located at 316. S. Everett High Road, Maryville, TN.Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://online.densotraining.com/Newsletter/Summer_2012.htmlhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://online.densotraining.com/Newsletter/Summer_2012.htmlPlease enjoy the latest DENSO community e-newsletter for summer 2012.Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/thirteen_receive_blount_partnership_business_excellence_awards.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/thirteen_receive_blount_partnership_business_excellence_awards.aspx 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.Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mahler_named_blount_partnership_chamber_ambassador_for_fifth_consective_month.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mahler_named_blount_partnership_chamber_ambassador_for_fifth_consective_month.aspxFor 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.Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tscpa_to_hold_golf_tourney_benefiting_the_angel_tree_program.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tscpa_to_hold_golf_tourney_benefiting_the_angel_tree_program.aspxThe 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.Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/comedian_etta_may_returns_to_the_clayton_center_for_the_arts.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/comedian_etta_may_returns_to_the_clayton_center_for_the_arts.aspxAfter 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. Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_improves_in_us_news_world_report_rankings.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_improves_in_us_news_world_report_rankings.aspxMaryville 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.Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_successfully_completes_nsf_grant-funded_project.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_successfully_completes_nsf_grant-funded_project.aspxThe 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.Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_awarded_two_more_nsf_grants.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_awarded_two_more_nsf_grants.aspxWith 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.Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/crye-leike_delozier_realty_celebrates_grand_opening.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/crye-leike_delozier_realty_celebrates_grand_opening.aspxWith 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.Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/louisville_octoberfest_iii.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/louisville_octoberfest_iii.aspxIn conjunction with national Make a Difference Day, Louisville's 3rd Annual Octoberfest is set for October 26 and 27Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/help_chem-dry_support_breast_cancer_awareness.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/help_chem-dry_support_breast_cancer_awareness.aspxChem-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. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/city_of_maryville_free_compost_event.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/city_of_maryville_free_compost_event.aspxThe 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.”Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/boys_girls_club_of_blount_county_grand_opening.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/boys_girls_club_of_blount_county_grand_opening.aspxCome 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.Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/7th_annual_east_tennessee_chili_cook-off_to_benefit_second_harvest.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/7th_annual_east_tennessee_chili_cook-off_to_benefit_second_harvest.aspxBush 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.Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/eat_wings_raise_funds_it_pays.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/eat_wings_raise_funds_it_pays.aspxA Secret Safe Place for Newborns of Tennessee is holding a benefit night Sept. 29 at Buffalo Wild Wings, 224 Hamilton Crossing Dr. in Alcoa.Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/be_a_volunteer_driver_and_save_lives.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/be_a_volunteer_driver_and_save_lives.aspxRoad 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. Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/vendors_needed_for_christmas_fair_benefiting_a_secret_safe_place_for_newborns.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/vendors_needed_for_christmas_fair_benefiting_a_secret_safe_place_for_newborns.aspxVendor'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.Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pellissippi_state_hosts_exhibit_featuring_african-american_artist_harold_winslow.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pellissippi_state_hosts_exhibit_featuring_african-american_artist_harold_winslow.aspxHe 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.Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/corn_maze_will_shine_spotlight_on_mcs_anderson_hall.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/corn_maze_will_shine_spotlight_on_mcs_anderson_hall.aspxMaple 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.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mountain_challenge_celebrates_25_years.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mountain_challenge_celebrates_25_years.aspxMountain 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.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mountain_challenge_to_host_outdoor_adventure_festival_sept_23.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mountain_challenge_to_host_outdoor_adventure_festival_sept_23.aspxAs 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.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_hits_record_enrollment_for_thirteenth_straight_year.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_hits_record_enrollment_for_thirteenth_straight_year.aspxFor 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.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/japanese_course_offered_to_community.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/japanese_course_offered_to_community.aspxMaryville 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.Fri, 07 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/knoxville_bar_association_offers_free_lawtalk_series.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/knoxville_bar_association_offers_free_lawtalk_series.aspxThe 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.Fri, 07 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/first_rail_car_in_nearly_30_years_leaves_from_rail_spur_at_royal_metal_powders.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/first_rail_car_in_nearly_30_years_leaves_from_rail_spur_at_royal_metal_powders.aspxA 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.Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ermedstat_offers_quick_medical_emergency_information.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ermedstat_offers_quick_medical_emergency_information.aspxMore 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. Thu, 30 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_welcomes_three_new_educators_for_the_2012-13_academic_year.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_welcomes_three_new_educators_for_the_2012-13_academic_year.aspxThis 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.Thu, 30 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/multiple_artisans_to_display_wares_at_townsend_visitors_center.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/multiple_artisans_to_display_wares_at_townsend_visitors_center.aspxMany 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. Thu, 30 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/clayton_center_for_the_arts_produces_tennessee_williams_the_glass_menagerie.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/clayton_center_for_the_arts_produces_tennessee_williams_the_glass_menagerie.aspxOn 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. Thu, 30 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/art_market_gallery_members_exhibit_in_clayton_center_for_the_arts_denso_gallery.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/art_market_gallery_members_exhibit_in_clayton_center_for_the_arts_denso_gallery.aspxThe 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. Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/aesseal_to_add_new_production_line_with_facility_expansion.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/aesseal_to_add_new_production_line_with_facility_expansion.aspxAESSEAL, 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.Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tuatha_dea_brings_celtic_tribal_rhythms_back_to_the_clayton_center_for_the_arts.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tuatha_dea_brings_celtic_tribal_rhythms_back_to_the_clayton_center_for_the_arts.aspxTuatha 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.Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/rob_britt_of_blount_county_schools_-_november_tax_referendum.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/rob_britt_of_blount_county_schools_-_november_tax_referendum.aspxRob 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.Mon, 27 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/job_fair_at_the_tn_national_guard.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/job_fair_at_the_tn_national_guard.aspxPlease 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. Mon, 27 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/RKnJD4http://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/RKnJD4Check out this awesome train ride the Everett Senior Center is hosting in October. What a trip if you've never been on a train.Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Disability%20Awareness%20Day.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Disability%20Awareness%20Day.pdfTennessee 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. Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/renewing_our_strength_is_theme_for_maryville_college_convocation.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/renewing_our_strength_is_theme_for_maryville_college_convocation.aspx"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.Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ceramaspeed_to_add_40_jobs_to_community.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ceramaspeed_to_add_40_jobs_to_community.aspxMore 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.Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://custapp.marketvolt.com/cv.aspx?cm=317911834&x=95583260&cust=7066231http://www.blountchamber.comhttp://custapp.marketvolt.com/cv.aspx?cm=317911834&x=95583260&cust=7066231Get 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.Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pellissippi_state_celebrates_national_hispanic_heritage_month.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pellissippi_state_celebrates_national_hispanic_heritage_month.aspxPellissippi State Community College marks National Hispanic Heritage Month with celebrations on Sept. 20 and Oct. 12 at the Hardin Valley Campus in West Knoxville. Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/dana_soehn_selected_as_park_management_assistant.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/dana_soehn_selected_as_park_management_assistant.aspxGreat 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. Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/national_college_of_business_and_technology_announces_deans_list.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/national_college_of_business_and_technology_announces_deans_list.aspxNational College of Business & Technology in Knoxville has released the Dean's List for the Spring Terms.Mon, 20 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/etmg_holds_flu_shot_clinic_sept_4-28.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/etmg_holds_flu_shot_clinic_sept_4-28.aspxEast 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.Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/shoneys_restaurants_to_host_free_annual_kidcare_photo_id_events_this_weekend.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/shoneys_restaurants_to_host_free_annual_kidcare_photo_id_events_this_weekend.aspxNow 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).Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/smoky_mountain_harley-davidson_celebrates_8th_year_with_a_birthday_bash.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/smoky_mountain_harley-davidson_celebrates_8th_year_with_a_birthday_bash.aspxSmoky 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. Tue, 14 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_county_habitat_for_humanity_hires_new_director_of_development.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_county_habitat_for_humanity_hires_new_director_of_development.aspxBlount 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.Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/local_businesses_invited_to_highland_happening.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/local_businesses_invited_to_highland_happening.aspxLocal 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.Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/foothills_kiwanis_to_host_bbq_and_concert_aug_18.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/foothills_kiwanis_to_host_bbq_and_concert_aug_18.aspxFoothills Kiwanis of Townsend will host its fifth annual Blues and BBQ event on Saturday, August 18, at Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center in Townsend.Thu, 09 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/aug_19_deadline_for_50_foothills_fall_festival_early_ticket_prices.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/aug_19_deadline_for_50_foothills_fall_festival_early_ticket_prices.aspxThe 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.Thu, 09 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/etmg_holds_free_varicose_vein_screenings_aug_23.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/etmg_holds_free_varicose_vein_screenings_aug_23.aspxEast 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. Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/clayton_center_for_the_arts_to_host_chair_affair_fund_raiser.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/clayton_center_for_the_arts_to_host_chair_affair_fund_raiser.aspx"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. Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/marlin_rays_community_giveback_program_to_aid_secret_safe_place.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/marlin_rays_community_giveback_program_to_aid_secret_safe_place.aspxMarlin & 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.Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/S32mXYhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://bit.ly/S32mXYEstablishing 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.Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_colleges_latest_video.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_colleges_latest_video.aspxCheck out the latest video from Maryville College.Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.parksrec.com/http://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.parksrec.com/Deadlines are quickly approaching for Blount County Parks & Rec's fall programs. Check them out here.Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/first_tennessee_bank_announces_maryville_advisory_board_members.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/first_tennessee_bank_announces_maryville_advisory_board_members.aspxFirst 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. Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_partners_with_pellissippi_state_to_offer_bachelor_degrees_in_strawberry_plains.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_partners_with_pellissippi_state_to_offer_bachelor_degrees_in_strawberry_plains.aspxStudents 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. Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ever_wanted_to_throw_a_pie_in_the_face_of_an_elected_official.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ever_wanted_to_throw_a_pie_in_the_face_of_an_elected_official.aspxGet 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. Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tami_vater_joins_blount_partnership_as_director_of_tourism.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tami_vater_joins_blount_partnership_as_director_of_tourism.aspxBlount 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.Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/2012_sales_tax_holiday_august_3_-_5.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/2012_sales_tax_holiday_august_3_-_5.aspxThe 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. Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_memorial_celebrates_65_years.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_memorial_celebrates_65_years.aspxCome 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).Mon, 23 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_partnership_has_record-setting_membership_event.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_partnership_has_record-setting_membership_event.aspxWith 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.Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/welcome_new_members_to_the_blount_county_chamber.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/welcome_new_members_to_the_blount_county_chamber.aspxWe'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.Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_countys_special_olympics_burger_lunch.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_countys_special_olympics_burger_lunch.aspxCome 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!Fri, 13 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/us_small_business_administration_seeks_comments_on_proposed_regulations.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/us_small_business_administration_seeks_comments_on_proposed_regulations.aspxThe 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.Thu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/auto_physicians_presents_car-care_seminar_to_help_women.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/auto_physicians_presents_car-care_seminar_to_help_women.aspxAuto 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.Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mcghee_tyson_airport_to_hold_living_history_day.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mcghee_tyson_airport_to_hold_living_history_day.aspxOn Sunday, July 29, 2012, McGhee Tyson Airport will continue to celebrate its 75th Anniversary with a Living History Day. Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/marty_black_receives_2012_champion_of_the_library_award.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/marty_black_receives_2012_champion_of_the_library_award.aspxOne 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.Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/march_of_dimes_bikers_for_babies_bike_ride.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/march_of_dimes_bikers_for_babies_bike_ride.aspxOn August 4, 2012 Farmers Insurance Group along with RiverStone Resort & Spa are hosting Smoky Mountain Biker for Babies!! Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/etmg_sponsors_be_the_match_family_fun_night_sat_july_14.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/etmg_sponsors_be_the_match_family_fun_night_sat_july_14.aspxEast 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. Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/townsend_still_operating_after_deadly_storms.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/townsend_still_operating_after_deadly_storms.aspxThe 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.Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/shoneys_in_maryville_celebrates_20_years.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/shoneys_in_maryville_celebrates_20_years.aspxShoney’s of Knoxville, Inc. will begin its 20th Anniversary celebration of its Maryville location by hosting a “Kids Night” on Monday, July 30, 2012.Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/camelot_offers_free_foster_parent_training.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/camelot_offers_free_foster_parent_training.aspxPlease consider changing the life of a child by signing up for FREE foster parent or full-time professional parents training which begins this weekend.Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/ss.83.0612.01nationalchamber_cpd_july_2012%20.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/ss.83.0612.01nationalchamber_cpd_july_2012%20.pdfCheck out Office Depot's July business savings on soft drinks and signage materials.Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/belk_at_foothills_mall_holding_chamber_appreciation_day.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/belk_at_foothills_mall_holding_chamber_appreciation_day.aspxVisit 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.Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/snappy_tomato_pizza_to_host_blood_drive_july_9.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/snappy_tomato_pizza_to_host_blood_drive_july_9.aspxMEDIC 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!Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/m_gibson_hotel_group_to_host_a_2012_job_fair.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/m_gibson_hotel_group_to_host_a_2012_job_fair.aspxM. Gibson Hotel Group To host a 2012 Job Fair for its Three Blount County Hotels, July 11 from 9-noon & 1-6 p.m.Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/hickory_construction_awarded_bid_for_ooltewah_elementary_school.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/hickory_construction_awarded_bid_for_ooltewah_elementary_school.aspxThe 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. Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/youre_invited_to_accelerate_your_economic_recovery.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/youre_invited_to_accelerate_your_economic_recovery.aspxSouth 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.Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/open_nominations_for_2012_business_excellence_awards.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/open_nominations_for_2012_business_excellence_awards.aspx 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.Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/great_smokies_is_exploring_sister_park_relationship_with_newest_icelandic_park.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/great_smokies_is_exploring_sister_park_relationship_with_newest_icelandic_park.aspxAlcoa 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. Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/moving_blount_fwd_seeks_projects_volunteers.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/moving_blount_fwd_seeks_projects_volunteers.aspxMoving 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.Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304898704577480371370927862.html?mod=WSJ_Home_largeHeadlinehttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304898704577480371370927862.html?mod=WSJ_Home_largeHeadlineA 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.Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pigs_and_politics_legislative_day_set_for_july_31.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pigs_and_politics_legislative_day_set_for_july_31.aspxThe 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. Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/shoneys_restaurants_to_host_free_annual_kidcare_photo_id_events.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/shoneys_restaurants_to_host_free_annual_kidcare_photo_id_events.aspxNow 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).Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/award_winning_canadian_youth_band_to_perform_at_heritage_center.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/award_winning_canadian_youth_band_to_perform_at_heritage_center.aspxGreat 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).Sun, 24 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/free_concert_dance_at_trillium_cove_june_23.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/free_concert_dance_at_trillium_cove_june_23.aspxCome 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.Thu, 21 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/city_of_maryville_announces_2012_foothills_fall_festival_lineup.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/city_of_maryville_announces_2012_foothills_fall_festival_lineup.aspxAfter months of anticipation, the City of Maryville is proud to announce the highly anticipated 2012 Foothills Fall Festival artist lineup.Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_affordable_investment_for_students_future.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_affordable_investment_for_students_future.aspxFor 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.Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/MMS%20EC%20OPEN%20HOUSE.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/MMS%20EC%20OPEN%20HOUSE.pdfMulti-Media Solutions will hold on Open House, June 28 from 3-6 p.m. at 226 Gill St. in Alcoa. Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/7_steps_to_create_your_best_life.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/7_steps_to_create_your_best_life.aspxJune 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. Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/snappy-06112.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/snappy-06112.pdfAt 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.Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/dancing_bear_lodge_offers_annual_summer_sale.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/dancing_bear_lodge_offers_annual_summer_sale.aspxDancing 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.Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/dancing_bear_lodge_presents_smoky_mountain_family_photo_contest.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/dancing_bear_lodge_presents_smoky_mountain_family_photo_contest.aspxGet 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!Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tdot_announces_decision_for_pellissippi_parkway_extension.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tdot_announces_decision_for_pellissippi_parkway_extension.aspxTennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has chosen Alternative A as its preferred route for the proposed Pellissippi Parkway Extension (State Route 162) in Blount County.Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/gracehill_bed_and_breakfast_newsletter.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/gracehill_bed_and_breakfast_newsletter.aspxCheck out the happenings at Gracehill Bed and Breakfast.Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/bill_landry_to_host_special_cades_cove_tours.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/bill_landry_to_host_special_cades_cove_tours.aspxBill 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.Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/students_gain_early_access_to_king_college.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/students_gain_early_access_to_king_college.aspxStudents 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. Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/townsend_artisan_guild_members_bryant_and_webb_exhibit_in_clayton_center_for_the_arts_denso_gallery_june_1-30.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/townsend_artisan_guild_members_bryant_and_webb_exhibit_in_clayton_center_for_the_arts_denso_gallery_june_1-30.aspxEvelyn 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 JuneTue, 29 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/free_slice_of_strawberry_pie_all_day_thursday_at_shoneys_restaurants.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/free_slice_of_strawberry_pie_all_day_thursday_at_shoneys_restaurants.aspxFor 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.Tue, 29 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/attention_hikers.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/attention_hikers.aspxIn 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. Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/highland_manor_inn_celebrates_30_years_with_open_house.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/highland_manor_inn_celebrates_30_years_with_open_house.aspxHighland Manor Inn in Townsend is holding an Open House June 2 to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Everyone is invited.Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/register_today_for_social_media_workshop.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/register_today_for_social_media_workshop.aspxThe 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.Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/the_company_benefits_store_achieves_platinum_status_in_unitedhealthcares_united_advantage_program.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/the_company_benefits_store_achieves_platinum_status_in_unitedhealthcares_united_advantage_program.aspxThe 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.Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/summer_swing_dancing_on_the_plaza_at_clayton_center_for_the_arts.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/summer_swing_dancing_on_the_plaza_at_clayton_center_for_the_arts.aspxClayton 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. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/townsend_to_host_5th_annual_smoky_mountain_pottery_festival_june_2.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/townsend_to_host_5th_annual_smoky_mountain_pottery_festival_june_2.aspxOn 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. Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/east_tennessee_womens_leadership_summit_set_for_june_15.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/east_tennessee_womens_leadership_summit_set_for_june_15.aspxWhat’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.Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/townsend%20flyer.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/townsend%20flyer.pdfTownsend 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. Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/support_for_surface_transportation_bill_needed.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/support_for_surface_transportation_bill_needed.aspxWith 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.Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/nations_of_unity_native_american_powwowfestival_set_for_june.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/nations_of_unity_native_american_powwowfestival_set_for_june.aspxFun, 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. Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_announces_changes_in_academic_programming.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_announces_changes_in_academic_programming.aspxIn 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.Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/may2012-dancingbear.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/may2012-dancingbear.pdfCelebrate 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! Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/mbw.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/mbw.pdfThey 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.Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/thursday_is_65_all-american_burgers_at_shoneys_restaurants.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/thursday_is_65_all-american_burgers_at_shoneys_restaurants.aspxShoney’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. Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/gov_bill_haslam_speaks_may_10_at_sertoma_centers_friendship_dinner.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/gov_bill_haslam_speaks_may_10_at_sertoma_centers_friendship_dinner.aspxGov. 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. Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/Files/News/Fun Times April 2012.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/Files/News/Fun Times April 2012.pdfGet the latest news from Parks & Rec, including swimming pool openings at Springbrook Pool in Alcoa and John Sevier Pool in Maryville.Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Annual-Report_2011.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/Annual-Report_2011.pdfCheck out the latest news and happenings surrounding the New Hope Advocacy Center.Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/rockfill_mitigation_on_us-321_update.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/rockfill_mitigation_on_us-321_update.aspxRead about an update on the removal and stabilization of slopes on US-321 between Maryville and Townsend.Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/carl_goodman_of_the_isaac_network_to_speak_at_hr_focus_group.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/carl_goodman_of_the_isaac_network_to_speak_at_hr_focus_group.aspxCarl Goodman of The Isaac Network to Speak at Blount Partnership HR Focus Group May 9 at 8 a.m. at the Blount County Chamber.Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/Files/News/2012 Social Media Survey Results - General FINAL.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/Files/News/2012 Social Media Survey Results - General FINAL.pdfA 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.Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/national_college_of_business_technology_announces_new_staff_members.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/national_college_of_business_technology_announces_new_staff_members.aspxNational College of Business & Technology (www.national-college.edu) is proud to announce new staff additions to the Knoxville Campus located on Kingston Pike.Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/chamber_member_michelle_peruski_wins_award_from_knoxville_entrepreneurial_womens_group.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/chamber_member_michelle_peruski_wins_award_from_knoxville_entrepreneurial_womens_group.aspxBlount 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.Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tickets_on_sale_for_smoky_mountain_pottery_festival_artist_patron_party.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tickets_on_sale_for_smoky_mountain_pottery_festival_artist_patron_party.aspxThe 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.Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/Files/News/KAAR_Scholarship_App-2012.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/Files/News/KAAR_Scholarship_App-2012.pdfThe 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).Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tombras_wins_most_district_addy_awards_in_southeast.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/tombras_wins_most_district_addy_awards_in_southeast.aspxThe 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. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_dedicates_solar_array_during_april_19_ceremony.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/maryville_college_dedicates_solar_array_during_april_19_ceremony.aspxMaryville 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.Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/planet_regional_forum_set_for_april_23.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/planet_regional_forum_set_for_april_23.aspxJoin 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 CenterWed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/concert_will_celebrate_professor_organs_new_home.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/concert_will_celebrate_professor_organs_new_home.aspxMaryville 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.Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/electric_vehicle_charging_station_located_at_blount_county_chamber_of_commerce.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/electric_vehicle_charging_station_located_at_blount_county_chamber_of_commerce.aspxThe 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.Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ads_security_wins_two_awards_at_international_security_conference_exposition.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ads_security_wins_two_awards_at_international_security_conference_exposition.aspxADS 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.Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ripleys_canned_food_drive.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/ripleys_canned_food_drive.aspxAll 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.Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/first_state_bank_opens_full-service_office_in_maryville.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/first_state_bank_opens_full-service_office_in_maryville.aspxFirst 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. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/best_practices_for_hospital_board_compensation.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/best_practices_for_hospital_board_compensation.aspxThe 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. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/free_worksite_wellness_summit.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/free_worksite_wellness_summit.aspxIn 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.Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/popes_garden_centers_tropical_paradise.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/popes_garden_centers_tropical_paradise.aspxCheck out the flowering plant from Popes Garden Center.Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/office-depot-april-2012.pdfhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Uploads/files/Downloads/office-depot-april-2012.pdfCheck out the new savings opportunities from Office Depot for businesses this April.Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/parking_passes_on_sale_for_townsend_spring_festival_and_old_timers_day_may_4-5.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/parking_passes_on_sale_for_townsend_spring_festival_and_old_timers_day_may_4-5.aspxFor 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.Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/workshop_for_farmers_interested_in_marketing_to_restaurants_and_grocery_stores.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/workshop_for_farmers_interested_in_marketing_to_restaurants_and_grocery_stores.aspxLocally 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.Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/etmg_diagnostics_department_receives_ct_accreditation.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/etmg_diagnostics_department_receives_ct_accreditation.aspxThe 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). Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/best-selling_mitford_series_author_jan_karon_to_speak_in_bristol.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/best-selling_mitford_series_author_jan_karon_to_speak_in_bristol.aspxNew York Times best-selling author, Jan Karon, will speak at First Presbyterian Church in Bristol, Tenn., on Monday, April 23.Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_to_host_open_house_at_hardin_valley_location_in_knoxville.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_to_host_open_house_at_hardin_valley_location_in_knoxville.aspxKing 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. Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.comhttps://www.surveymonkey.com/s/BSMYP6Xhttp://www.blountchamber.comhttps://www.surveymonkey.com/s/BSMYP6XPlease take this short Business Travel & Low Fare Survey to aid McGhee Tyson AirportMon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_photography_student_nicole_poyo_to_exhibit_work_in_knoxville.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_photography_student_nicole_poyo_to_exhibit_work_in_knoxville.aspxThe 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.Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/buechnerfest_coming_to_bristol.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/buechnerfest_coming_to_bristol.aspx 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.Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/voicing_needs_of_todays_youth_is_topic_of_april_10_presentation.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/voicing_needs_of_todays_youth_is_topic_of_april_10_presentation.aspxGregory 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.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/highlights_from_leadership_summit_of_blount_county.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/highlights_from_leadership_summit_of_blount_county.aspxThe Leadership Summit of Blount County presented by Leadership Blount was held March 30, 2012 at Clayton Homes in Maryville, Tenn.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/east_tennessee_law_firms_to_participate_in_law_practice_today_expo.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/east_tennessee_law_firms_to_participate_in_law_practice_today_expo.aspxThe 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.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/master_haroldand_the_boys_by_athol_fugard_opens_april_13_at_clayton_center_for_the_arts.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/master_haroldand_the_boys_by_athol_fugard_opens_april_13_at_clayton_center_for_the_arts.aspx"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.Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/84_lumber_sells_westbridge_business_park_facility.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/84_lumber_sells_westbridge_business_park_facility.aspx84 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. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_sheriff_implements_new_text_email_alert_system.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/blount_sheriff_implements_new_text_email_alert_system.aspxBlount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong announced today the Sheriff's Office is expanding the Text-a-Tip system to include the TipSoft alert system.Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mc_jazz_band_presents_spring_concert.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/mc_jazz_band_presents_spring_concert.aspxThe 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.Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pellissippi_state_chooses_veteran_site_dean_as_head_of_strawberry_plains_campus.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/pellissippi_state_chooses_veteran_site_dean_as_head_of_strawberry_plains_campus.aspxPellissippi State Community College has selected Mike North, an experienced site dean, to lead the new Strawberry Plains Campus.Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/second_harvest_food_bank_breaks_ground_on_coolerfreezer.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/second_harvest_food_bank_breaks_ground_on_coolerfreezer.aspxOn Tuesday, March 27, 2012, Second Harvest Food Bank broke ground in preparation for a new cooler/freezer to be completed by September.Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/einsteins_legacy_string_theory_is_topic_of_april_10_lecture.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/einsteins_legacy_string_theory_is_topic_of_april_10_lecture.aspxDr. 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.Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/bompata_benefit_dinner_planned_for_march_29.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/bompata_benefit_dinner_planned_for_march_29.aspxGood 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.Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_bba_student_jeanice_pratt_awarded_student_of_the_year.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_bba_student_jeanice_pratt_awarded_student_of_the_year.aspxJeanice Pratt, King College BBA student from Knoxville, has been awarded the Student of the Year award from the East Tennessee College Alliance (ETCA).Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_named_to_presidents_honor_roll_for_community_service.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/king_college_named_to_presidents_honor_roll_for_community_service.aspxKing College has been named to the 2012 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/former_chamber_president_tutt_bradford_passes_away.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/former_chamber_president_tutt_bradford_passes_away.aspxFormer Blount County Chamber of Commerce president, Daily Times publisher and community leader Tutt S. Bradford died at Shannondale of Maryville.Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/smoky_mountain_harley-davidson_congratulates_graduates_of_first_deaf_riders_edge_class.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/smoky_mountain_harley-davidson_congratulates_graduates_of_first_deaf_riders_edge_class.aspxSmoky 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.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/chamber_board_member_virginia_hardwick_and_hannah_rials_to_receive_the_2012_leadership_blount_awards.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/chamber_board_member_virginia_hardwick_and_hannah_rials_to_receive_the_2012_leadership_blount_awards.aspxVirginia Hardwick '02 and Hannah Rials are the 2012 recipients of the Community Leadership Award and Youth Leadership Award.Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/camping_a_resort_destination.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/camping_a_resort_destination.aspxIn 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.Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/andy_oakes_at_leconte_wealth_management_earns_cfp_designation.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/andy_oakes_at_leconte_wealth_management_earns_cfp_designation.aspxThu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/capitalist_pigs_aim_to_smoke_cancer_with_relay_roast.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/capitalist_pigs_aim_to_smoke_cancer_with_relay_roast.aspxThu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/help_watts_chiropractic_celebrate_30_years.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/help_watts_chiropractic_celebrate_30_years.aspxWed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/great_smoky_mountain_heritage_center_featured_on_cover_of_2012_maryville-alcoa_yp_real_yellow_pages_directory.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/great_smoky_mountain_heritage_center_featured_on_cover_of_2012_maryville-alcoa_yp_real_yellow_pages_directory.aspxElected officials were on hand for the unveiling of the 2012 Maryville-Alcoa YP Real Yellow Pages directory featuring the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage CenterMon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/speak_out_now_against_proposed_new_rules_that_hinder_small_business.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/speak_out_now_against_proposed_new_rules_that_hinder_small_business.aspxBlount Partnership objects to new proposed rules that are inconsistent with the constitutional Small Business Act! Sat, 10 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/vote_for_blackberry_farm_joseph_lenn_as_top_chef.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/vote_for_blackberry_farm_joseph_lenn_as_top_chef.aspxVoters 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.Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/the_palace_theater_hosts_benefit_concert_for_young_pickers_march_9.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/the_palace_theater_hosts_benefit_concert_for_young_pickers_march_9.aspxThe 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.Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/oak_ridge_sustainable_energy_and_environment_expo.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/oak_ridge_sustainable_energy_and_environment_expo.aspxThe 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 CenterThu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/electric_charging_station_arrives_in_townsend.aspxhttp://www.blountchamber.com/Articles/electric_charging_station_arrives_in_townsend.aspxAnother step towards “going green” has come to East Tennessee as the Blink electric vehicle charging station is now in operation at the Smoky Mountain 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