State Sales Tax Holiday Boosts Local Computer Business
One local computer store expecting a big boost in sales as a result of the weekend’s statewide sales tax holiday. President Mike Austin said his computer business generates an entire month’s worth of revenue in just two days. Austin said the state-sponsored event provides a significant financial boost to the company without the typical monthly […]
High Gas Prices May Increase Dale Hollow Summer Tourism
Byrdstown Officials expecting an increase in local vacation activity and rental bookings this season as high gas prices encourage people to stay closer to home. Mayor Sam Gibson said the community is fortunate to have the lake as a primary resource for visitors from nearby areas like Cookeville and Livingston. Gibson said he anticipates people […]
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 […]
Annual Bizapalooza Promotes Local Economic Impact
The Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce will host its annual spring Bizapalooza Tuesday to foster local business connections and drive regional economic growth. Director of Membership Karlyn Reel said the two-and-a-half-hour event is open to businesses of all sizes to find new resources. Reel said the event serves as a tabletop expo designed for networking. […]
Diverse Farming Drives Warren’s #1 Rank In Ag Funding
A unique blend of beef cattle and nursery operations has propelled Warren County to the top of the state in agricultural funding, surpassing $10 million in cost-share investments this year. Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program Supervisor Jan Keyser oversees the statewide cost-share initiative. The program began in 2005 to assist livestock and conventional farmers. Keyser said […]
National Aviation Month Showcases Airport Local Value
It’s National Aviation Month. The aviation industry contributes some $40 billion annually to Tennessee’s economy, but the Upper Cumberland impact reaches far beyond economics. Upper Cumberland Regional Airport Director Dean Selby said military, medical, and police operations rely on regional airports. He said the airport is the front door of the community. When new businesses […]
Chamber President Calls Small Business Saturday Important To Community
Small Business Saturday gives you the chance to start your holiday shopping, while supporting the locally-owned businesses of the Upper Cumberland. White County Chamber of Commerce President Jenny Dale said shopping locally is key to building community. Dale said Small Business Saturday is a great chance to remind people that supporting local businesses helps grow […]
