Welcome to the Blount Partnership Media Room. Below you will find resources from the Blount County area from our chamber and industry events and partners.
On Oct. 2, 2018 Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee staff members and volunteers will operate a Mobile Pantry for Blount County residents who are in need of food. Typically, Mobile Pantries are operated by a partner agency of the food bank, but this Mobile Pantry will be solely operated by Second Harvest Food Bank staff and volunteers.
No matter where you go in the Smoky Mountains, you are sure to hear someone playing Appalachian folk music. It might be coming from one of the many bars, clubs, restaurants, venues, or even on the street corners. What’s funny about this particular genre of music is that no matter what your personal preference in…
For those of you who are over 21 and looking for something a little more “adult” to do while you are touring the Smokies, why not follow a local tradition and check out some of the fabulous local breweries, distilleries, and wineries to be found in the area. From a frosty glass mug of Windy…
This feature is a question-and-answer session with a new Blount County Chamber member. So, here we go with our 119th installment visiting with Patrick Morgan, MD, Julie Turner, MD and Annie Johnson, DO, owners of Laser Aesthetics of Maryville, who offer the best innovative cosmetic laser procedures, body sculpting, and skin care.
First Tennessee Foundation recently presented a $2,500 contribution to the Blount County Education Foundation (BCEF).
Over the last three years, the S&ME leadership team searched for the right candidate to lead our firm as I transition into retirement. We are pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Ryan as the new S&ME President.
The scenery in Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the surrounding areas are nothing short of spectacular. For those of you who love to ride, the Smoky Mountains are the perfect place, whether you prefer a touring bike, a sport-bike, or a cruiser. No matter where you ride in the mountains, you are sure to…
To support growth and expansion, First Tennessee has announced a new Maryville-based Private Client Relationship Manager, Megan Howard-Seaton.
On a pleasant late summer’s eve, a record crowd of more than 650 people gathered to enjoy some of the best food in Blount County as 26 area restaurants, food trucks and grocers took part in the 17th annual Taste of Blount hosted by the Blount Partnership at the Theater in the Park in Maryville, Tenn.
Keeping busy in the Smokies region isn’t difficult – there are tons of things to do, all year ‘round – but finding activities the whole family, including canine members, can enjoy is a little more challenging. Here are 5 of our favorites. Maryville-Alcoa Greenway and the PetSafe Pistol Creek Dog Park There’s nothing like a…
