February 16, 2010
Knoxville, Tenn. – Pets are considered a critical part of the family, providing love, affection and companionship. So why think twice about providing the healthiest products available on the market for your best friend? PetSafe®, the industry leader in pet safety and behavior products, recently […]
February 16, 2010
Pigeon Forge, Tenn. – The new $25 million dollar permanent Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. will open on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at 10 a.m. with a star-studded Grand Opening hosted by Regis Philbin. The event, which is open to the public, also […]
February 10, 2010
KNOXVILLE — Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2010 University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Alumni Awards. Nominations are due Feb. 19. The awards are sponsored by the UT Alumni Board of Directors. This is the second year alumni will be honored for their service and […]
February 3, 2010
Maryville, TN – Although Valentine’s Day is on a Sunday this year, Ruby Tuesday will be “sharing the love” all weekend long. On February 12th, 13th and 14th, guests at Ruby’s can enjoy a special Valentine’s Dinner for Two that begins with a shared appetizer, includes […]
February 2, 2010
Knoxville, Tenn. – The more we know about how domestic animals behave, the better we can care for them. That’s one of the reasons that PetSafe, the industry leader in pet safety and behavior products, will fund one of the few veterinary school behaviorist positions in […]
February 2, 2010
CHARLESTON, South Carolina – (February 2, 2010) – The new, Energy Star™ rated i-house from Clayton Homes has arrived in the Charleston area and can now be viewed, toured and purchased at Clayton Homes of N. Charleston. The model i-house – one of only a few […]
February 1, 2010
Knoxville, Tenn. – In celebration of the arrival of Tennessee’s new head football coach, Pimento’s Café and Market will be giving away nearly 8,000 beautifully decorated and delicious orange and white, football-themed cupcakes for the next six days, February 1 – February 7, 2010. This […]
January 29, 2010
Sevierville, Tenn. – Sevierville native, Claude N. Huff Jr. recently joined the Sevier County Bank staff, a bank where members of his family have been stockholders and customers since 1909. A graduate of Sevier County High School, Huff brings more than 33 years of experience […]
January 26, 2010
Knoxville, Tenn. – Cellular Sales, the nation’s largest retailer of Verizon Wireless, is expanding in Jefferson City, Mo. The new Cellular Sales store will open on February 1 at 2015 Missouri Blvd. Cellular Sales is a 15-year old privately held company headquartered in Knoxville, Tenn. The […]
January 22, 2010
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — HGTV has signed Heather Armstrong of dooce.com, recognized as America’s most popular “mommyblogger,” to an exclusive programming development deal in which she will work with HGTV’s online and on-air production teams to create innovative convergence programming for the network. “We are thrilled […]
January 20, 2010
MARYVILLE, TN (January 19, 2010) – Ruby Tuesday has established a new partnership with Penske Racing for the 2010 NASCAR Nationwide Series season. Ruby Tuesday will serve as primary sponsor for six races on the No. 22 Dodge driven by series standout Brad Keselowski. “Ruby […]
January 20, 2010
Alcoa, Tenn. – The Tennessee Diamonds Pro Fastpitch Softball Team announced its 2010 schedule today. The team also announced it will play its first season at the Alcoa High School baseball and softball complex. The Alcoa Board of Education voted unanimously to approve the team’s […]
January 14, 2010
Maryville, TN – Ruby Tuesday has been recognized by Cheers magazine for something its customers have known for a while: it has the best overall beverage program. Cheers, the leading beverage publication devoted to full-service restaurants, bars, and hotels, is awarding Ruby Tuesday its top […]
January 13, 2010
Magnolia, Texas – Clayton Homes announced today that Victor Bourdeau has been promoted to Zone Vice President. Bourdeau previously served as one of the company’s Regional Managers. “We are pleased to announce the promotion of Victor to Zone Vice President. His dedication and expertise in […]
January 13, 2010
Knoxville, Tenn. – Clayton Homes announced today that Fred Townsend has been promoted to Zone Vice President. Townsend previously served as the company’s Vice President of Expansion. “Fred has played a critical role at Clayton Homes and this promotion acknowledges his dedication and knowledge of the […]
January 12, 2010
Knoxville, Tenn. – Ackermann PR announced that Sarah Malak has been hired as an Account Executive. Malak brings several years of public relations experience, primarily in the hospitality industry, to the agency. “We are excited to announce Sarah’s employment. Her experience in the public relations […]
January 8, 2010
Knoxville, Tenn. – Cellular Sales, the nation’s largest retailer of Verizon Wireless, is expanding again in Texas, North Carolina and Virginia. Five new Cellular Sales stores have opened during the past month. Cellular Sales Verizon Wireless is a 15-year old privately held company headquartered in […]
January 5, 2010
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – (January 5, 2010) – Just months after Congress extended the tax credit for first time homebuyers, the nation’s largest homebuilder and the nation’s largest tax services provider are teaming up to make the transition to home ownership easier. The partnership between Clayton […]
January 5, 2010
Maryville, Tenn. – The National Pro Fastpitch (NPF) League announced today that a new professional women’s softball team, the Tennessee Diamonds, has been franchised and will begin play in 2010 in Blount County, Tenn. The last time a professional sports team operated in Blount County, […]
January 5, 2010
Alcoa, Tenn. — Alcoa Tennessee Operations is working with local union representatives to align workforce needs with business volumes for 2010. The plant’s Rigid Packaging Division plans to reduce employment by 90 positions to meet this need. “This is a difficult, but necessary decision,” said […]
January 4, 2010
Knoxville, TN (January 4, 2010) – The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine has announced a partnership with Radio Systems Corporation to create the PetSafe Chair in Clinical Animal Behavior. The new faculty position, funded through support from Radio Systems, will help future veterinarians […]
December 30, 2009
Knoxville, TN (December 30, 2009) – Ackermann PR, one of the nation’s premier boutique marketing and public relations firms, has bucked industry trends with what company CEO and President Cathy Ackermann describes as a “banner quarter.” New client acquisitions for Ackermann include Oak Ridge Associated […]
December 28, 2009
Maryville, TN (December 28, 2009) – Ruby Tuesday will kick off the new year by giving bar guests a free Ruby Mini, a little burger masterpiece, and fresh, hot fries with their first $3 drink. The “Gimme a Mini” program, as it has been named, will […]
December 21, 2009
Knoxville, TN (Dec. 21, 2009) – Elaine Streno, executive director of the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee, shared information about the organization’s outreach in the past year and its anticipated needs for the coming new year in an op-ed article published in the […]
December 21, 2009
Waynesville, NC (December 21, 2009) – Folkmoot USA, North Carolina’s Official International Festival, has its first presenting sponsor. Evergreen Packaging has partnered with the Festival as its presenting sponsor for 2010 through 2013. Evergreen Packaging, with facilities in Canton and Waynesville, employs more than a […]
December 17, 2009
Knoxville, TN (December 17, 2009) – Cellular Sales, the nation’s largest Verizon Wireless retailer, is celebrating the launch of FeistyLittleDroid.com, its new online community for Droid users, with an internet contest sure to ignite the interest of fans in galaxies far, far away and close […]
December 15, 2009
Knoxville, Tenn. (December 15, 2009) – Medical researchers with EDP Biotech Corporation (EDP) have captured national attention with their revolutionary new technology for a simple blood test to detect early-stage colon cancer. Following the success of its pre-clinical trials for the ColoMarker™ assay, EDP has […]
December 15, 2009
Maryville, TN (December 15, 2009) – Ruby Tuesday has been recognized by Cheers magazine for something its customers have known for a while: it has the best overall beverage program. Cheers, the leading beverage publication devoted to full-service restaurants, bars, and hotels, is awarding Ruby […]
December 10, 2009
ALCOA, Tenn. – As part of Alcoa Inc.’s annual Worldwide Month of Service program, 177 local Alcoa Inc. employees and family members participated in the 2009 Race for the Cure, taking first place in the Extra Large Team Division, raising more than $17,000. The Oct. […]
December 9, 2009
Maryville, TN (December 9, 2009) – With its nationwide launch of Sunday brunch, Ruby Tuesday is reintroducing its guests to a nearly forgotten classic: unhurried get-togethers and conversation with family and friends around the dining table. The new brunch menu offers a four-course meal from […]