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Smokey Mountain Hempire to take advantage of a growing hemp industry

By Lisa Durbin   Michael Clark, Suzanne Swain and Steven Pearce founded Smokey Mountain Hempire to take advantage of a growing hemp industry.  As one of East Tennessee’s first cannabis dispensaries they are a small family owned business that loves everything the plant has to offer and the hemp industry.  In a world where cannabis […]

 

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Women in Power – Kim Santucci

Kimberly Santucci started her marketing and advertising journey in 2012. She worked part time for a local marketing company in Boone NC for a couple of years, and fell in love with the industry. When that business closed she had the idea of opening a agency in Johnson City, TN. In July 2014 she opened […]

 

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Find the Perfect Gift at Abingdon Gifting Co.

If you are anything like me, finding that perfect gift is equivalent to a quest of finding the Holy Grail. Where do I go, what do they like, is this enough, is it too much and most importantly…where do I find the time???  Being a business owner or corporate, we are stuck in the same old tired […]

 

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Cherokee Creek Farm

Cherokee Creek Farm is an event venue located in historic Jonesborough, the oldest town in Tennessee. Our Farmhouse was constructed in 1830 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It provides deluxe, boutique style overnight accommodations, a bridal suite and five distinct outdoor entertainment areas. Come see how we have preserved a […]

 

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Fringe

Fringe was established in 2015 and relocated in January 2021 to a 6000sf facility.  Seeing a tremendous need for a smaller type of venue for intimate gatherings such as parties, meetings, showers, or small receptions they are providing this service.  Fringe can provide a stress-free venue room that is extremely neutral but has a tremendous […]

 

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Night Moves Mobile DJ’s

While sitting down with the guys from Night Moves Mobile DJ’s, words like professionalism, experience, efficiency were used to describe their product. Without hesitation, I knew exactly the professionalism they spoke of. It was the first Father daughter dance I saw after having my daughter. The emotions poured out of me with a lump the size of a tennis […]

 

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Hale Springs Inn: Historical Significance with Modern-Day Convenience

In the heart of downtown Rogersville, you will find Hale  Springs Inn.  A local lawyer John McKinney originally built the Inn in 1824 to compete with another tavern owned by Rogersville founder Joseph Rogers.  Presidents Andrew Jackson, James Polk and Andrew Johnson all stayed at the Inn and today there are guest suites named for […]

 

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The Party Haus, Since 1975 

The Party Haus is owned by Roy Mecke, but it was started nearly forty five years ago by his parents, Bill and Elfriede Mecke, who opened the shop in 1975 as ‘The Bottle Shop.’ Roy received his degree at Middle Tennessee State University and was an active part of the shop since the day it […]

 

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FairyTails Grooming & Daycare

FairyTails offers your pet a unique Enchanted and luxurious spa day experience. Grooming is not just our job, but our passion. Our calm, friendly environment combined with our many years of experience is sure to have your fur baby feeling their best!  FairyTails Grooming & Daycare is a new business offering dog grooming and daycare […]

 

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True Foundation Property Group

True Foundation Property Group was founded in 2017, it is located in Johnson City and owned by Josh Turner and Matt Fleenor. The business offers all things Real Estate but buying, selling, building, and investing in real estate is their primary focus. They also provide assistance to their clients by setting them up with the […]

 
 

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Davis Marina

Davis Mariana was founded July 1st 2015, by Johnny Morris. They are known for their restaurant, Boonie’s, inside the Marina. His love of the lake and good food is what inspired him to open in 2015. At Davis Mariana you get amazing food and affordable prices. Great views with that family atmosphere. They are a […]