Hospitality Connections Event Set for Cookeville Friday
A new event called “Hospitality Connections,” aimed at strengthening the region’s tourism industry, is set to bring hospitality leaders together in Cookeville this Friday. Cookeville-Putnam County Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Shan Stout said the one-hour gathering will focus on collaboration, industry growth, and tourism resources across the region. Stout said discussions will include […]
TSSAA Games Produce Economic Play For County
Tennessee Tech will host the TSSAA Division II High School Basketball Championships this weekend, a positive economic impact for the county. Cookeville-Putnam County Convention and Visitors Bureau Director of Tourism Shan Stout said last year the championships brought more than 7,500 people to the area. Stout said there will be more teams attending this weekend. […]
State Showing Tourism Growth, Putnam Too
Visitor spending across Tennessee increased six percent last year, according to newly released data, spending that shows up locally. Cookeville-Putnam County Visitors Bureau Director of Tourism Shan Stout said the county benefits as the state continues to expand its tourism footprint. She said the latest data showed some $1.7 million in visitor dollars coming into […]
