Gov. Lee's State of the State Address:

He emphasized a number of major initiatives that include franchise tax reductions, school choice, state government permitting reform, rural health initiatives, and social media/technology regulation focused on protecting both minors and songwriters.

With slowing state revenue growth Lee’s budget proposal still maintains investments in several crucial areas for the business community. 

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In honor of American Heart Month, CPR Choice is excited to offer a chamber exclusive CPR/AED course at a special discounted rate of $35 per person (usually $50)! It takes place February 22 from 9-11 a.m. at the Blount Partnership. Limited to 50 participants.

Upon completion, you'll receive a two-year certification, ensuring that you're always prepared to act in critical situations.

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Join Knoxville Regional TPO at an upcoming community meeting so they can hear from you as they begin the update to our region's long range transportation plan!

Meeting takes place at the Blount County Library on February 13 from 4-7 p.m.

This feature is a question-and-answer session with a new Blount County Chamber member. So, here we go with our 205th installment visiting with Amanda Grosvenor, account manager for Asen Marketing which assists businesses with their marketing strategies.

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The Blount County Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Blount County Job Fair sponsored by Amazon the Great Smoky Mountains Association on February 21 at Foothills Mall in Maryville from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

For the first time, some of our local schools are sending high school students to the job fair. This is an excellent opportunity to speak to those who are looking for an internship, part time job, or the right company to launch their careers with upon graduation.

Join us March 5 from 3-4:30 p.m. at the Blount Partnership as Raeus Cannon shows you how to improve relationships to drive business to your door. Enjoy learning common sense driving tips and techniques you can use before you leave and continue to use for years to come.

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Make plans to attend our next Success in 90 "Compassionate Candor - How to Prepare for Tough Conversations" by Maelea Galyon, Turn It Up Consulting, on March 6 at 8:30 a.m. at the Blount Partnership.

Learn how to be more successful in leading meaningful conversations that get the results you want.

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Join us February 23 for the next Soft Skills class entitled "Mindfulness at Work: Reducing Stress and Regaining Balance." Employing mindfulness at work can help increase effectiveness, decrease mistakes, and even enhance creativity. Learn mindfulness tools that help you destress, tune in and get the job done.

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Early voting for the presidential preference primary, county property assessor primary, county school board primary and Rockford city commissioner election runs February 14-27. Election day is March 5.

View video Q&A's with the candidates at VoteFactsBlount.com

Early Voting Locations

Find Your Precinct

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New workshops are set for February. Take advantage of training opportunities with the SBDC at little or no cost.

View a full list of upcoming on-site workshops and trainings with the SBDC or request a free advising session.