Have Small Kids with You? Check Out These 3 Hikes, Suitable for the Little Ones

The Great Smoky Mountains are truly a nature lover’s paradise, and the best way to explore this incredible area in Tennessee is on foot. One of the great things about Blount County is that there are plenty of day hiking trails that are ideal for the whole family, including the little ones. When you decide…

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Romantic Sunsets are Spectacular from Clingmans Dome

One of the most beautiful sights to see in the Smoky Mountains is a sunset. The mountain peaks take on a rosy glow, and overhead you can see the hint of stars starting to peek through. The foothills below the peaks fall asleep, and all around, the magical night view starts to take over. It’s…

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Tremont Institute hires Catharine Terry as CEO and President

Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont names Catharine Terry as President and Chief Executive Officer, to begin September 4th.

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Community Connectedness As A Business Strategy

Depending upon the particular marketplace that your company operates in, it is tempting to narrow your communications focus to only those customers and prospects that you already know you should be talking to.

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First Tennessee Foundation 25 Years of Giving Video Contest voting is open to the public through August 31, 2018

On June 30, 2018, the First Horizon Foundation celebrated its 25th anniversary of supporting nonprofit organizations in the communities it serves.

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These 3 Driving Tours are the Best for Smoky Mountain Scenery

One of the best reasons to visit the Smoky Mountains is the chance to explore the gorgeous view up close and personal. You don’t have to be an athlete to get an amazing adventure in the Smokies. There are many beautiful places to drive, with loops that don’t have traffic passing through – so you…

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Your Group will Love the Campgrounds in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

With the summer coming to a close faster than you expected, there’s never been a better time to get in that last-minute camping trip to the Smokies! Here on the peaceful side of the Smokies, you’ll find plenty of camping opportunities that you and your family will love. Easy access to the Little Pigeon River,…

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3RD ANNUAL GARDEN TO GAVEL EVENT

The Blount County Youth Court is asking you once again to join them for their annual fund-raising event and enjoy a delicious meal, hear some music by local musicians and support a worthy cause.

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The Fish are Biting in Blount County's Many Rivers, Streams and Lakes

The quality of the fishing in Eastern Tennessee is famous. It’s not just good in the summer, either; people successfully dip their lines in the water all year round, in all weather conditions. Decide whether you’re a boat fisherman or a bank fisherman (or both!) and check out some of the hot spots below when…

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McCullough promoted to Eagleton Branch Manager

Mike McCullough has been promoted to Branch Manager for the Eagleton location of Y-12 Federal Credit Union.

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