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Clinton unveils downtown renovations

The state’s first-ever fusion-specific byproduct material license has been issued to Clinton’s Type One Energy in preparation for a new commercial fusion project in the area. The license is also the first issued under a first-of-its-kind regulatory framework for nuclear fusion machines put in place...

Savannah's Boyd Industrial Site receives state certification

The Boyd Industrial Site in Savannah has become the newest and 77thsite certified through the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Select Tennessee Certified Sites program(opens in a new tab). The Select Tennessee process ensures that each certified site meets high-quality standards and is...

TRISO-X to expand Oak Ridge operations

TRISO-X officials announced the company is expanding its operations, creating 1,140 new jobs in Oak Ridge as the company constructs a new fuel facility and research and development center at the Horizon Center Industrial Park(opens in a new tab), a Select Tennessee Certified Site(opens in a new tab). While the final scope of the project...

Brownsville, Maynardville hold municipal elections in June

June elections were held in two municipalities ahead of a busy slate of municipal elections in August and November.

A total of 63 municipalities will hold regular and special elections to coincide with the Aug. 6, 2026, state and federal primary elections while 205 will hold either regular or...

Four municipalities obtain Tennessee Main Street Status

Four Tennessee municipalities have been accepted into the Tennessee Main Street Program(opens in a new tab), joining 50 municipalities across the state.

Crossville and Newport were officially approved in September 2025 while Springfield and Loudon joined in May 2026. Tennessee Main Street communities are designated...

Thompson's Station receives grant for EV chargers

The town of Thompson’s Station is one of the four recipients of the second round of grants under the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s (TDEC) Office of Energy Programs Fast Charge TN Network. Thompson’s Station has been awarded approximately $234,000 to purchase and install two...

Pigeon Forge announces LeConte Center redevelopment

Pigeon Forge city officials recently unveiled plans to expand the multi-purpose LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge. The project includes an additional 58,000 square feet, with 33,000 square feet specifically earmarked for exhibit space. The city-owned event center will remain open and host events during...

Pleasant View unveils park improvements

Officials with Pleasant View recently cut the ribbon on improvements to Pleasant View Community Park. New upgrades include a modern playground system, paved walking paths, picnic pavilions, restrooms, and combination pickleball and tennis courts. The improvements are part of the city’s park master...

Three cities share in site development grants

State site grants were awarded to three municipalities as part of 10 development projects recently selected for funds by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development.

Lewisburg received $10,000 for due diligence on the Interstate 65 Commerce Park, Sparta received $71,280 for due...

Dandridge cuts ribbon on new greenway

Officials in Dandridge recently cut the ribbon on a new half-mile greenway overlooking Douglas Lake. The $118,530 project was partially financed through a $82,971 Tourism Enhancement Grant. It is also part of more than $1.4 million in parks and recreation projects currently in the works, including a...

Franklin receives All-American City Award

Franklin has been named a 2026 All-American City by the National Civic League, one of only 10 cities to receive the annual honor. Franklin was selected by a jury of nationally recognized civic leaders. Franklin was selected for its efforts to strengthen civic health and build trust as well as its...

Hygrade to expand Mount Pleasant operations

Hygrade Components will expand its operations through a strategic, long-term lease commitment in Mount Pleasant. The company will invest more than $1.6 million to create more than 30 new jobs at its North Main Street location. The expansion will add 100,000 square feet to an existing plant that...