Blount Partnership Receives TVA Workforce Invest Grant to Increase Local Training & Education Efforts

The Blount Partnership announced that it was awarded a Workforce Invest Grant by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to support collaborative efforts in aviation training and education. “This grant from TVA’s Workforce Invest program is a game-changer for Blount County,” said Jessica Belitz, Director of Workforce Development at the Blount Partnership. “It allows us to…

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Six Percent Growth in Visitor Expenditures for Blount County Tourism

As a gateway to the Smoky Mountains, Blount County ranked eighth among Tennessee’s 95 counties in 2024 visitor expenditures at $610.9 million, a six-percent increase from $576.1 million in 2023, according to the Economic Impact of Travel on Tennessee Counties report issued by the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development and Gov. Bill Lee. On an…

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Blount Partnership Newsletter – August 25, 2025

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RT Lodge unveils plans for new Carriage House spa and Meeting House

RT Lodge, an approachable luxury retreat nestled in nature on the historic Maryville College campus, has unveiled plans for two new spaces – The Carriage House spa and the Meeting House, to offer an immersive experience for locals, travelers and corporate guests. The lodge, renowned for its welcoming hospitality, inviting accommodations and gourmet dining, is…

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Blount Partnership Newsletter – August 18, 2025

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Blount Partnership Newsletter – August 11, 2025

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Blount Partnership Newsletter – August 4, 2025

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The Dialogue with Nicole Pavlik

This feature is a question-and-answer session with a new Blount County Chamber member. So, here we go with our 228th installment visiting with Nicole Pavlik, attorney with Maryville Estate Planning which helps individuals and families gain peace of mind by creating clear, customized estate plans. Too often, people delay planning until it’s too late—or they…

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Blount Partnership Newsletter – July 28, 2025

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Blount Partnership Newsletter – July 21, 2025

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