In this episode of Business Brief with Joey Ruffalo, we break down the top five business stories impacting Knoxville, East Tennessee, and the broader business landscape — and what they mean for business owners, investors, and local leaders.
Today’s stories include:
• TVA’s reversal on coal plant closures and what that means for regional energy strategy
• The state seizure of SmashCity Knoxville and lessons for small business compliance
• The Bull Run Fusion Campus and how Knoxville could become a clean energy innovation hub
• Delays to the Sevier Avenue streetscape project and its impact on South Knoxville businesses
• Dollywood’s major hiring push and what it signals about the regional labor market
This Business Brief cuts through the noise to focus on what actually moves the local and regional economy. If you lead, build, or invest in East Tennessee, this is the context you need to stay ahead of the curve.
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