Leslie Town Centre Working For Post-COVID Comeback
Revenue is down at least some 55 percent for the Leslie Town Centre because of COVID cancellations. Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce CEO Amy New said that the lack of events has impacted the bottom line. “A good reference would be that in the 4th quarter of last year, fiscal year 20, we only had […]
Cookeville-Putnam Chamber Of Commerce Seeking To Advocate For Local Businesses In Legislature
The Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce is seeking to make the voices of businesses in the community heard at every legislative level. President and CEO Amy New said that’s why they’re asking for responses to the chamber’s Legislative Advocacy Survey. “At the local level, the state level, and to the federal level that we’re representing […]
One New Fentress Chamber Leader Has Vision For Future
The Fentress County Chamber of Commerce’s new Tourism and Membership Director Seth Vaughn has big goals for the county. Vaughn said that his focus is growing business development in areas like Clarkrange with restaurant and entertainment options. Vaughn said he and chamber leadership want to create opportunities to leave a lasting impression on visitors. “One […]
Jackson Chamber Meeting With Employers On Changing Workforce Needs
The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and Upper Cumberland Workforce are trying to get employers in touch with what employees want. A special meeting on the topic will be held Monday at 10:00 AM at the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce Board Room. Executive Director Hope Vargas said times have changed when it comes to motivating […]
Rail Trail Authority Wants Local Support For Trail Expansion
The Tennessee Central Rail Trail Authority is seeking support from local municipalities for east to west trail expansion. Cookeville City Council Member Charles Womack brought a resolution before the council Monday night. Womack said that in its desire to expand, the Rail Trail Authority thought the best way to get federal funding for the project […]
Crossville-Cumberland Co. Chamber Of Commerce Turns 60
The Crossville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 60th anniversary on Tuesday. President Ethan Hadley said the chamber will observe the milestone with members and local businesses on Thursday. “At the Historic Depot in Crossville, we have a weekly Thursdays at the Amp concert series, so we’re going to combine that into a pro-longed […]
Livingston Square Celebrating Murals And Sign With Live Music Saturday
A new and improved Livingston will be showcased Saturday as residents get their first look at new artwork and signs. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Shannon Cantrell said the Main Street celebration begins at 10:00 a.m. “We just recently received our Tennessee Main Street road sign that we will be putting up at the entrance […]
Young Named Clay County’s New Chamber Director
The Clay County Chamber of Commerce has a new director. Dr. Doug Young will volunteer to permanently take over the position starting July 28th. Young is currently the director of Clay County’s three-star program and member of the chamber board for over 10 years.
Clay County Chamber Director Pursues New Position
The search for a new Clay County Chamber of Commerce director will start this Thursday. Kevin Donaldson will depart from the chamber to work with the Tennessee College of Applied Technology. Clay County Mayor Dale Reagan said Donaldson will still have an important role in the county under his new job. “I know he will […]
Livingston’s Main Street Designation Application Submission This Week
The City of Livingston will submit a 130 page Main Street Designation application to the state this week. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Greg McDonald said the application looks excellent. “Our people in the state that do make the approval, they’ve been here, they know us, they’ve visited all the things that we have going […]
