All Things TN Festival Promotes Local Economic Impact
Jamestown hosting the first All Things Tennessee Festival this weekend to celebrate the region and the things that make the state special. Fentress County Chamber of Commerce Assistant Director Seth Vaughn said the event originated from a group of business leaders who wanted to create a community-focused celebration in an area that saw a longtime […]
First Fentress Decorating Contest To Attract Customers
Fentress County businesses showcasing decorated storefronts and plenty of lights for the first Light Up Jamestown Competition. Fentress County Chamber Executive Director Jacob Rosenbaum said the Chamber encouraged businesses owners to decorate their stores. Rosenbaum said the contest will attract customers into the small businesses and encourage local spending. Rosenbaum said he hopes many people […]
Community House, Fentress Chamber Hosting Dinner
Fentress County non-profit Community House hosting a first Farm to Table dinner Tuesday. Community House Executive Director Rachelle Kerr said the meal will be made from locally sourced ingredients. Kerr said proceeds from the meal will go toward the non-profit’s goal of having a working farm for participants to live on. “It seems so fitting […]
Fentress Gets Grant For Economic Development Studies
Fentress County will use some $50,000 in Three Star Grant money to study the best ways to attract new lodging, grocery stores, and retail development. Fentress County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jacob Rosenbaum said the county has a great tourism economy, but he hopes the studies can help increase the some $9.2 million in […]
127 Yard Sale Originated In Fentress, Begins Thursday
The 127 Yard Sale, the world’s longest yard sale, returns for its 29th year this week. Fentress County Chamber Executive Director Jacob Rosenbaum said the 695 mile yard sale is headquartered in Fentress County. Rosenbaum said the idea came from a former County Mayor in the mid 90’s. “Fentress County Executive Mike Walker got together […]
Fentress Chamber Celebrates 50 Years Of Service This Week
The Fentress County Chamber of Commerce has been supporting business and the community for 50 years and the chamber will celebrate this week. Chamber Director Jacob Rosenbaum said Fentress County has a history of small business success, and it consistently ranks among the top counties for small businesses in Tennessee. Rosenbaum said local business leaders […]
Fentress Back To School Bash Offers Supplies
Local families in need can get ready for back to school Saturday at Fentress County’s annual Back to School Bash. Chamber of Commerce Tourism and Membership Director Seth Vaughn said this year’s event will be carnival-themed, with school supplies being given away alongside bounce houses, games, free food, and more. Vaughn said the event is […]
Fentress Chamber Launching Tourism Rebrand
The Fentress County Chamber of Commerce is launching a tourism rebrand with a new seal designed to update the visual appeal of the county’s marketing materials. Chamber Executive Director Jacob Rosenbaum said the county initiated the effort two years ago with the Tennessee Tech Center for Rural Innovation and the Tennessee Department of Tourism. He […]
Leadership Fentress Gearing Up For Next Class Of Leaders
This year’s Leadership Fentress Class is set to mold new leaders for their communities and workplaces. Fentress County Chamber of Commerce Director of Tourism Seth Vaughn said the class has been revamped after dissolving several years ago due to a lack of interest. He said this will be an opportunity for people who want to […]
Fentress County Chamber Gets Long-Awaited Renovations
The building that houses the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce received significant updates for the first time in some 25 years. The Old Fentress County Jail House is also home to the Fentress County Visitors Center and Ye Ole Jail Museum. Executive Director Jacob Rosenbaum said the County Commission appropriated $20,000 of American Rescue Plan […]
