Jackson County Chamber Voting To Add First Paid Position
A candidate has been selected and awaits approval as the first Jackson County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director. President Jordan Hunter said this will be the first paid position at the chamber. Hunter said the candidate needed to have as much versatility, as the county wants to see in its economic development. “Trying to bring […]
Jackson County’s Alice Barlow Honored For Volunteer Service
Alice Barlow of Jackson County said volunteering to her is all about making a change. Barlow is one of eight Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award honorees in the Upper Cumberland. Barlow said she first came to Jackson County in 1968 and made it her mission to improve her hometown. “I got here and fell in love […]
VP Of Membership Development Retires From Cookeville-Putnam Chamber
After 16 years with Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, Vice President of Membership Development Dianne Callahan has retired. Callahan said over the years she has seen a lot of growth in the community and inside the chamber. Callahan said one of the accomplishments she is most proud of is reaching a long time goal of […]
Monterey Looks to Build Its Brand Through Partnership With TTU
Monterey took the first step in building a new brand with the help of Tennessee Tech’s Center for Rural Innovation. Monterey Alderman Nathan Walker said Wednesday’s meeting with TTU’s Economic Development team showed him the partnership will give direction to the town’s tourism goal. Walker said his next step is about getting the community to […]
Van Buren Showing Recycling Center To Company
Van Buren County is exploring the option to allow its recycling center to be converted into a factory. Mayor Greg Wilson said a manufacturing company will is searching for space across the state. The company wished to remain anonymous during the initial phase of its search. Wilson said the company is looking for a 10-year […]
