Air quality better in Knoxville, but compliance problems continue
06/17/2013
Air quality over the past calendar year is “better than it has ever been,” and pollution emissions have been cut by almost 95 percent over the past decade or so, officials say. (continue)
Study: Tennessee fourth-most charitable state
06/12/2013
Tennessee ranks fourth nationally in terms of percentage of income that residents give to charity annually, at 6.6 percent. (continue)
Survey: 'Brisk' hiring expected in Knoxville in 3Q
In another sign of an improving job market, Manpower Inc.’s latest employment survey projects ‘brisk’ third-quarter hiring in the Knoxville region. (continue)
Knoxville to host adventure racing championship
06/11/2013
Knoxville has been selected to host the 2013 Checkpoint Tracker Adventure Racing Championship (continue)
Oak Ridge company expanding again, adding 30 more jobs
06/06/2013
Protomet Corporation in Oak Ridge will soon undergo a $6.25 million facility expansion. The expansion will bring 30 additional jobs. (continue)
Knoxville unveils plan for former Baptist site
06/05/2013
The effort to revitalize Knoxville’s waterfront took a big step forward with the announcement that a Georgia developer will create residential, office and retail space on the old Baptist Hospital site. (continue)
UT Report: Economy ready for strong growth in 2014
The state and national economies are poised for solid growth in 2014 and 2015, a University of Tennessee report says. (continue)
Tennessee Awarded Silver Shovel by Area Development
05/30/2013
AREA DEVELOPMENT’S 8th ANNUAL SHOVEL AWARDS RECOGNIZE EXCELLENCE IN STATE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (continue)
Norfolk Southern opens new rail/truck terminal in Knoxville
05/23/2013
Facility to increase rail access (continue)
Knoxville Glove Co. to close shop after 99 years
05/22/2013
Knoxville Glove Co. to close shop after 99 years (continue)
Gerdau adding 40 jobs in Knox County
05/21/2013
Gerdau will expand in Knox County (continue)
Survey: Tennessee small business friendly
05/15/2013
Small business owners gave Tennessee good marks for supporting small businesses in a new national survey. (continue)
Blount Partnership unveils new tourism app
05/10/2013
Blount County business leaders and economic development officials unveiled the new “Peaceful Side of the Smokies” smartphone app designed to promote tourism. (continue)
Tennessee ranked the best state for retirement
05/06/2013
Tennessee ranked the best state for retirement, according to Bankrate.com (continue)
Alcoa to Further Expand Automotive Sheet Capacity in Blount County
05/02/2013
Aluminum Manufacturer to Invest $275 Million; Create 200 Full-Time Jobs, 400 Construction Jobs (continue)
Tennessee 2nd bike friendliest state in Southeast
Tennessee has been recognized as the second bike friendliest state in the Southeast. (continue)
Quality Solutions Group expanding, adding jobs in Sevier County
04/30/2013
Business services provider Quality Solutions Group is expanding its Sevierville operations and creating 25 new jobs. (continue)
Sun shines on Oak Ridge solar project
04/26/2013
Venture is first of its kind in the United States (continue)
Frontier's Knoxville-Denver flights back early
04/23/2013
Frontier Airlines is bringing back flights between Knoxville and Denver sooner than expected. (continue)
Windham Professionals adding 150 Alcoa jobs
04/17/2013
Call center provides debt collections (continue)
Omega Plastics doubling plant, adding 80 employees in Clinton, TN
Omega Plastics LLC, which makes more than 3,000 plastic extrusion products for a variety of customers, is more than doubling the size of its plant... (continue)
HP Pelzer plans $28M auto parts factory in East Tennessee
04/15/2013
East Tennessee’s growing automotive sector has landed another parts manufacturer. (continue)
Oak Ridge Carbon Fiber Technology Facility
04/12/2013
Oak Ridge Carbon Fiber Technology Facility (continue)
U.S. Bank adds Food City branches in Knoxville area
04/09/2013
Lender inks 10-store deal with Food City (continue)
McGhee Tyson, Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge airports among six to get aeronautics grants
04/05/2013
Six Tennessee airports will be getting federal and state aeronautics grants totaling more than $281,000. (continue)
State works with Y-12 to develop supply network for UPF
04/02/2013
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development is partnering with Y-12 and TVA to help recruit and prepare businesses for work on the Uranium Processing Facility... (continue)
UT business college programs earn top ranking
04/01/2013
For the third straight year, master's degree programs offered by the University of Tennessee College of Business Administration are ranked among the best in North America. (continue)
Boating rebound helping spur Protomet growth, president says
03/28/2013
A rebounding East Tennessee boat-making industry is one of several factors that led to his decision to more than double the size of his Oak Ridge facility, Protomet Corp... (continue)
Tennessee personal income rising
Personal income growth in Tennessee rose 3.9 percent in 2012, according to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. (continue)
TVA says Knoxville site ideal for data center
03/26/2013
The Tennessee Valley Authority announced that a 10.6-acre site near the Pellissippi Parkway in Knoxville has been approved as a primary data center site. (continue)
Oak Ridge firm to more than double size, add workers
03/22/2013
Protomet seeking 100%, tax reprieve (continue)
Pellissippi State contributes $244M to annual regional economy
03/19/2013
Pellissippi State Community College continues to have a significant impact on the regional economy. (continue)
Despite high unemployment, Scott County keeps sense of hope
03/18/2013
Scott County has been burdened by four consecutive years of the state’s highest unemployment rate, which currently is nearly 17 percent. (continue)
Firm announces deal to buy Dumplin Creek property
03/15/2013
The Dumplin Creek development has been stalled for years, but a new owner may be in the works for the Sevier County project. (continue)
Survey: Hiring prospects improving in Knoxville region
03/13/2013
22 percent of companies to add jobs (continue)
New IdleAir continues to add locations
03/05/2013
The Knoxville-based company recently opened a new location in Dallas and plans to further expand... (continue)
Tennessee exports grow to record level
Tennessee sees 4 percent rise in business (continue)
Smokies bring $818 million in tourist spending
02/28/2013
Visitors to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park spent $818 million in communities surrounding the Smokies. (continue)
ORNL unveils new $20.5 million MAXLAB
02/27/2013
The recently completed $20.5 million Maximum Building Energy Efficiency Research Laboratory (MAXLAB) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory... (continue)
New Norris Lake Resort opening in Claiborne County
02/26/2013
Two Knoxville businessmen expect a new Norris Lake resort that includes a full-service marina, RV park and floating restaurant to become a favorite haunt for locals and a destination stop for vacationers from nearby states. (continue)
ProNova Solutions announces $52 million investment, 500 jobs in Blount County
02/21/2013
Medical sciences company Pronova Solutions is coming to Blount County, and it’s bringing 500 jobs and $52 million in capital investment. (continue)
UT interested in proton therapy
02/20/2013
Bill would allow UT to back $98 M (continue)
Sea Ray wins Miami Boat Show innovation award
Knoxville-based boat maker Sea Ray announced that it won an innovation award at this year’s Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show. (continue)
Knoxville-based Regal buys 43 theaters from Oregon company
Oregon theater circuit agrees to sell for $238M (continue)
Blount County defense firm wins Iraq contract
02/14/2013
A Blount County defense contractor has been tapped to provide a host of services at an airport in Iraq. (continue)
New Roane hospital expected to spur economic growth
02/12/2013
$76M hospital expected to spur economic growth (continue)
State initiative to boost Tennessee exports
Tennessee unveiled a new international business strategy with a goal of increasing state exports by 10 percent over the next three years. (continue)
Manufacturers access next-generation technologies at Oak Ridge Laboratory
02/08/2013
Two East Tennessee companies are taking advantage of a year-old facility at Oak Ridge National Laboratory to help them build robots... (continue)
Grant used to train workers, link companies
A regional coalition has secured $2.39 million to help local companies leverage advanced manufacturing techniques and train employees to use them. (continue)
Tennessee economy should be 'substantially stronger' in 2014
02/06/2013
Tennessee's economy will continue modest growth this year, but should be "substantially stronger" in 2014, University of Tennessee economists said. (continue)
January auto sales soar for Tenn. manufacturers
02/05/2013
Chattanooga's Passat aids VW, Spring Hill's Equinox boosts GM (continue)
Carbon fiber production begins in new Oak Ridge facility
01/28/2013
Experimental production starts at tech center (continue)
Frontier Airlines returns to Knoxville Bringing Lower Fares to Denver and the West
The Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority announced that Frontier Airlines is resuming service between McGhee Tyson Airport and Denver International Airport on May 17, 2013... (continue)
Tennessee Volkswagen plant powers up solar park
01/24/2013
German automaker Volkswagen flipped the on switch for a new solar park at its Tennessee assembly plant. (continue)
Dollar General's growth to add 6,000 jobs nationwide
For the second year in a row, Tennessee-based Dollar General Corp. is planning to hire 6,000 new employees in 2013... (continue)
Microtherm, Inc. to Expand, Move Operations to Maryville
01/23/2013
Advanced Manufacturer to Invest $3 Million, Create 40 Jobs in Blount County (continue)
Knoxville jumps in Milken ranking
01/18/2013
Knoxville sets pace for state in Milken study (continue)
Auto supplier JTEKT buys Vonore building for $7.2M
01/17/2013
Parts firm is adding workers (continue)
Denso plans to boost production in Maryville, Athens
01/15/2013
Auto supplier Denso announced that it plans to add jobs and invest millions of dollars at its operations in Tennessee. (continue)
Knoxville listed as the 2nd Happiest City To Work In
01/10/2013
Knoxville holds the No. 2 spot of the happiest cities to work in, compiled by CareerBliss. (continue)
Jefferson County to pursue megasite to lure manufacturers
01/09/2013
Officials in Jefferson County are launching an ambitious effort to prepare a certified industrial megasite... (continue)
Report says Tennessee is a migration destination
01/08/2013
For the eighth year in a row, Tennessee saw more inbound migration than outbound migration, at least according to numbers from a national moving company. (continue)
SL Tennessee Expanding in Anderson County
01/04/2013
SL Tennessee is expanding their operations in Clinton (continue)
Blount County expands tourism promotion
01/03/2013
Tourism officials in Blount County are expanding efforts to lure more travelers in 2013. (continue)
RockTenn expanding into former Goody's warehouse
01/02/2013
RockTenn expanding into former Goody's warehouse (continue)
New factory coming to Knox County
12/20/2012
Tomcat USA will create 50 jobs (continue)
Del Conca plans $70M factory in Loudon
12/19/2012
Italian firm will create 178 new jobs (continue)
Land deal approved for ProNova Solutions manufacturing facility
12/14/2012
Company expected to create 100 jobs (continue)
Knoxville’s Radio Systems buys pet supplies company
12/13/2012
Knoxville-based Radio Systems Corp. announced that it recently acquired Lucky Litter LLC., a Chicago-based pet supplies company. (continue)
Trucking company expansion will bring 550 jobs to TN
12/10/2012
The expansion of a Tennessee-based company will bring 550 jobs to the Volunteer State over the next four years. (continue)
Food City opening two new East Tennessee area stores
12/07/2012
Food City expanded its Knoxville-area footprint this week with groundbreaking ceremonies for new stores in Powell and Vonore. (continue)
Knoxville’s Rivr Media, NFL Films feature Browns in new Travel Channel show
12/05/2012
Knoxville’s Rivr Media, NFL Films feature Browns in new Travel Channel show (continue)
Pilot Flying J No. 6 on Forbes largest private companies list
12/03/2012
Ranks sixth as largest private company... (continue)
Knoxville one of only three major U.S. cities to see economic recovery
11/30/2012
Knoxville is a member of a very small club. Three and a half years since the 2007-09 economic recession ended, only three major U.S. metropolitan areas are experiencing an economic recovery, according to the Brookings Institution. (continue)
UT MBA program makes Businessweek rankings
11/29/2012
The University of Tennessee's full-time Master of Business Administration program is among the best MBA programs in the country. (continue)
Selling Tennessee around the world
11/28/2012
Gov. Bill Haslam decided to bring back an office of international trade to put Tennessee businesses back on the world stage. (continue)
Industrial training center to locate in Clinton’s old armory
11/27/2012
The Clinton Higher Education and Training Facility — part of Roane State Community College — will open early next year in a former National Guard Armory. (continue)
New Tennessee Economic Development Certification Program Announced
11/26/2012
The University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services has announced the Tennessee Certified Economic Developer (TCED) Program. (continue)
Oneida firm JDS prospers in tough economic times
11/20/2012
JDS, a locally-owned corporation, has not only held its own during the economic downturn, it has actually expanded its operations... (continue)
TVA touts economic development impact
11/15/2012
Utility says its activities added 10,750 jobs in '12 (continue)
'World's Fastest Supercomputer' Crowned in US is based at ORNL
11/13/2012
In the clash of the world's supercomputing titans, a new U.S. supercomputer named "Titan" is king (continue)
William D. Johnson Named President & Chief Executive Officer of TVA
11/06/2012
William D. Johnson Named President & Chief Executive Officer of TVA (continue)
CTI co-founder to develop, manufacture proton therapy systems
11/05/2012
ProNova develops new, smaller machines (continue)
Tennessee has eighth best business climate
11/02/2012
Tennessee has the eighth best business climate in the country, according to Site Selection magazine's 2012 rankings of the most business-friendly states. (continue)
UT economists forecast modest growth in 2013
11/01/2012
Tennessee's economy is moving forward, but progress remains painfully slow, according to a University of Tennessee report released. (continue)
East Tennessee region wins $2.4M for Advanced Manufacturing and Prototyping Center of East Tennessee
10/30/2012
A $2.4 million grant to establish the Advanced Manufacturing and Prototyping Center of East Tennessee (AMP!) (continue)
ORNL launches new supercomputer
10/29/2012
A new supercomputer is ready to go to work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. (continue)
ADT expansion to add 300 jobs
10/25/2012
Officials with security company ADT Corp. said that the company's planned expansion in West Knox County will add 300 jobs to its workforce... (continue)
Tennessee ranked in the “Top States for Doing Business” by Area Development
10/22/2012
Seventh Ranked Tennessee Polls as the Best in the Nation for its Overall Infrastructure and Global Access (continue)
Tennessee a top destination state for jobs
10/18/2012
FedEx, Volkswagen and Nissan have helped make Tennessee one of the top destination states for jobs, CNBC reports. (continue)
Officials celebrate new University of Tennessee Medical Center Cancer Institute
10/17/2012
New $23 million Cancer Center at the University of Tennessee Medical Center (continue)
Insurance agency adding 75 jobs in Oak Ridge
10/16/2012
Oak Ridge company sells policies online (continue)
Cheesecake Factory eyes Knoxville
10/12/2012
Cheesecake Factory eyes Knoxville (continue)
Sea Ray closing Knoxville plant
10/10/2012
Operations will cease by the end of the year, ending 225 jobs. (continue)
tnAchieves is looking for more volunteers willing to mentor students
10/09/2012
Founded to address the needs of Tennessee employers for a more educated workforce, the nonprofit tnAchieves is looking for more volunteers willing to mentor students. (continue)
Knoxville in Top 10 U.S. destinations in October by Rueters
10/05/2012
Knoxville number 5 in Top 10 U.S. destinations in October (continue)
LeRoy Thompson Named New ECD East Tennessee Regional Director
10/04/2012
Thompson to Help with Existing Industry Expansions and New Business Recruitment (continue)
Knoxville candy factory has a new owner
Brad Hamlett, along with his wife, Joy, and father, Jim Hamlett, recently bought South's Finest Chocolate Factory. (continue)
Marine firm sailing to Knox
10/01/2012
A yacht-maker based in the United Kingdom is entering the North American market with a presence in East Tennessee. (continue)