Blount County school districts outperformed the statewide average in the latest Tennessee Department of Education School Report Card, released in late January. But the scores are calculated using a formula […]
NEWS BRIEFS
Maryville Housing Development Corporation announced it will break ground this month on a $3 million, 11-unit housing complex near the Blount County Health Department on McNabb Place. The development will …
The National Park System remained open and funded thanks to federal appropriations approved Jan. 23, despite a partial government shutdown in early February. The Fiscal Year 2026 Interior, Environment, and …
A new version of Louisville’s zoning ordinances approved Jan. 13 will increase clarity for developers, according to city staff. The new document collects amendments to its outdated predecessor and consolidates …
MAKING MOVES
The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development released the 2026 Vacation Guide heavily focused on Dolly Parton’s impact on the state’s tourism industry. The 150-page magazine, produced by Franklin-based Journal Communications, …
Restrooms in the Heritage High School commons area will be updated, and security vestibules will be constructed at seven county schools after the Blount County Board of Education approved funding …
Rush Hemp Farms owner Ryan Rush said his business will relocate some of its operations to North Carolina this year. The move is a response to passage of House Bill …
Greenback business owners William and April Lewellyn purchased the building at 6700 Morganton Rd. near the caution light where they are making improvements in preparation to move three dimensional printing …
LEADER PROFILES
Blount County is growing fast, and with this growth comes struggles. Realtors Brett Heppner and Eric Rice didn’t just understand that growth requires understanding — they launched a multiyear podcast …
OPPORTUNITY FILES
NEW BUSINESSES
December 2025 0 January 2026 0 YTD 0 Source: Blount County Clerk’s Office Minimal License = $3,000 – $99,999 Gross Receipts Regular License = $100,000+ Gross Receipts Alcoa (9) …
November 2025 December 2025 2025 YTD 65 60 1061 ARN Gallery & School LLC,3904 Poplar Grove Rd, Maryville TN 37804 – Alejandro Rodriguez Bledsoe Heritage Works,325 Agate Circle, Maryville TN …
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
Download Original PDF FEBRUARY 22-28, 2026 (Source: Blount County Register of Deeds) $1,000,000+ Winterpast Development Topside, LLC transferred to Ardmore 23, LLC | Winterpast Subdivision; Lot: 1; Acres 15.89; and …
BULDING PERMITS
The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development released the 2026 Vacation Guide heavily focused on Dolly Parton’s impact on the state’s tourism industry. The 150-page magazine, produced by Franklin-based Journal Communications, …
Blount County is growing fast, and with this growth comes struggles. Realtors Brett Heppner and Eric Rice didn’t just understand that growth requires understanding — they launched a multiyear podcast …
By Trevis Gardner Founder & Principle of Blockhouse Services Group Leadership is often described as the secret sauce of success. As we look at businesses, churches, governments, organizations or practically …
Download Original PDF FEBRUARY 22-28, 2026 (Source: Blount County Register of Deeds) $1,000,000+ Winterpast Development Topside, LLC transferred to Ardmore 23, LLC | Winterpast Subdivision; Lot: 1; Acres 15.89; and …
Rising Stars
State Government
The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development released the 2026 Vacation Guide heavily focused on Dolly Parton’s impact on the state’s tourism industry. The 150-page magazine, produced by Franklin-based Journal Communications, …
