Pellissippi State awarded $2M for new Aviation Technology degree

Pellissippi State Community College has been awarded nearly $2 million through the third round of the Governor’s Investment in Vocational Education (GIVE) Grants, to support the creation of a two-year associate degree in Aviation Technology, with a focus on Aviation Maintenance Technician Training. The new degree program, located at Pellissippi State’s Blount County Campus, will…

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Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro Secures Spot in TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best for the Second Year in a Row

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro is proud to announce that, for the second consecutive year, it has earned a place among TripAdvisor’s Top 1% Fine Dining Restaurants worldwide for 2024. This prestigious accolade underscores the restaurant’s commitment to delivering unforgettable culinary experiences and consistently earning outstanding reviews from the TripAdvisor community. Being recognized in the TripAdvisor…

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Blount Partnership Newsletter – October 14, 2024

Click to view the online version of the Blount Partnership weekly newsletter for October 14, 2024.

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Local Artist Pinkie Mistry to Install New Mural in Downtown Maryville

Celebrated East Tennessee artist Pinkie Mistry is set to bring a new wave of creativity to down- town Maryville with the installation of a stunning new mural outside her gallery. Known for her vibrant palette knife landscapes and botanicals, Mistry’s newest work will feature a magnolia tree, reminiscent of the one she cherished in her…

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Daniels Named International Economic Development Council Board Chair

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC)’s Board of Directors has selected seven new economic development leaders to serve on the organization’s 2025 Board of Directors for a two-year term. The board has also selected the leadership positions for the coming year. The process took place at the annual board meeting on September 15 during IEDC’s…

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Blount Partnership Newsletter – October 7, 2024

Click to view the online version of the Blount Partnership weekly newsletter for October 7, 2024.

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Blount Partnership Newsletter – September 30, 2024

Click to view the online version of the Blount Partnership weekly newsletter for September 30, 2024.

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UT Federal Credit Union Celebrates Newest Branch Location with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

UT Federal Credit Union (UTFCU) celebrated the official grand opening of its newest branch with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony recently. This branch is the eighth branch location for UTFCU, and is the first branch in Blount County, located in the Springbrook Farm area in Alcoa. The community was invited to attend the ceremony at the…

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Townsend Fall Heritage and Bluegrass Festival Canceled Due to Hurricane Helene

In consultation with local authorities and out of an abundance of caution due to expected inclement weather produced by Hurricane Helene, the Blount Partnership made the difficult decision to cancel the Townsend Fall Heritage and Bluegrass Festival scheduled for September 27-28 at the Townsend Events Center in Townsend. With the safety of attendees, performers, and…

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The Dialogue with Francis O’Hara

This feature is a question-and-answer session with a new Blount County Chamber member. So, here we go with our 218th installment visiting with Francis O’Hara, Owner/Operator of Big Orange Vending which works with businesses and schools to place vending machines stocked with healthier food options right where they are needed. The machines are 100% free…

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