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Sonoco Flexible Packaging expanding Morristown facility, adds jobs
Sonoco invests in flexible packaging expansion Tennessee Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty joined Sonoco Flexible Packaging officials in announcing the company will expand...
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Team Technologies announce Morristown headquarters expansion
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty joined with Team Technologies, Inc. officials in the May 30 announcement that the company will...
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Gov. Haslam, Commissioner Hagerty announce Van-Rob expanding Manchester facility
On May 22, Van-Rob Manchester officials were joined by Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty as the company announced it is expanding its...
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Haslam, Eastman announce $1.6 Billion Kingsport investment
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam, on May 29, joined Eastman Chemical Company chairman and CEO Jim Rogers to announce a major expansion of the nearly 100-year-old Tennessee company. Called Project Inspire,...
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Tennessee Main Streets take Summertime ‘Center Stage,’ host activities
Summertime is almost here, which means it’s the perfect opportunity for Tennessee Main Street communities to take center stage and welcome both locals and visitors alike. Tennessee Main Street...
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ABC grants online application deadline July 1
The Clarksville Arts & Heritage Development Council encourages organizations in need of funding for artistic and cultural projects that benefit the community to apply for an Arts Build Communities...
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Energy Education Initiative brings forum to Freedom Point
The Tennessee Energy Education Initiative along with the Tennessee Renewable Energy and Economic Development Council (TREEDC) will present a free forum on renewable energy and energy management...
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Export University 101 Seminars set for Knoxville and Kingsport
The Knoxville-U.S. Export Assistance Center will hold two half-day seminars designed to provide Tennessee companies with practical tools to initiate or expand into international markets. Topics to be...
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Taylor Farms adds 170 jobs with $5.9M Smyrna operations expansion
Taylor Farms officials announced Wednesday the company will expand operations at its Smyrna, Tenn. facility, resulting in a $5.9 million investment and the creation of 170 new positions in Rutherford...
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Hamblen, Rhea Counties join state’s Retire Tennessee Program
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty announced Tuesday Hamblen and Rhea counties have met the criteria to join Retire Tennessee, the state’s retiree...
View ArticleTennessee’s Main Street Communities ready for Summer
“Historic downtown districts are an important part of what makes Tennessee truly unique. “These communities highlight the significant role vibrant commercial districts play in creating jobs, attracting...
View ArticleMidwest, Southeast automotive suppliers attend Supplier Opportunity Fair
Tennessee's Automotive Suppliers Opportunity Fair draws auto suppliers attendees from the Southeast and Midwest. More than 100 suppliers attended the fair. Each supplier had the chance to pitch their...
View ArticleMeiwa Industry picks Lewisburg for first U.S. facility
“Thanks to the great effort of the city of Lewisburg, Marshall County, the government of Tennessee and everyone concerned as we celebrate the groundbreaking of our first U.S. plant. “We look forward to...
View ArticleTECD Commissioner Hagerty visits Memphis for Red Carpet Tour
Tennessee Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty spoke just before the annual “Red Carpet Tour,” emphasizing a geographical advantage that is unique to Tennessee.
View ArticleForbes ranks Tennessee cities #2 for Best Big Cities for Business 2013
Forbes ranks Nashville, Davidson, Murfreesboro and Franklin as the number 2 in best big cities for business in the USA.
View ArticleMahindra announces $4M investment, 55 new jobs for Chattanooga
“Southeast Mahindra USA’s investment is a testament to our highly qualified workforce and another example of how companies can successfully adapt and further grow their business in Tennessee,” Hagerty...
View ArticleGov. Haslam recommends Decatur for Appalachian Regional Commission grant
Each year, ARC provides funding for several hundred projects in areas such as business development, education and job training, telecommunications, infrastructure, community development, housing and...
View ArticleTennessee retains #1 ranking in automotive manufacturing strength
“Renewed commitments from GM, Nissan’s electric-car line scaling up in Smyrna and a growing supplier network have kept Tennessee in a commanding position in our automotive strength evaluation,”...
View Article‘Tennessee’s debt ratio lowest in nation’– Fitch Ratings
Favorable ratings from Fitch and the other major rating agencies can translate to lower interest rates when the state borrows money, resulting in savings for taxpayers.
View ArticleECD promotes Kendrick Curtis Community & Rural Development Director
In his new role, Curtis will oversee ECD's involvement in several key areas: Select Tennessee Certified Sites, Retire Tennessee, Tennessee Main Street, Tennessee Downtowns, Tennessee ThreeStar and...
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