The Sequatchie Cave State Natural Area is growing by 1,000% after the state announced Monday it has acquired 125 acres of land in Marion County.
On the Pressing Issue of Infrastructure
In light of the recent partial collapse of the railing of the I-75 S overpass onto the merging lanes of I-75 N to I-24 W, Thrive Regional Partnership has released the following statement on the importance of infrastructure innovation in the greater Chattanooga region. Photo © Erin O. Smith, Chattanooga Times Free Press
Athens Thrives with Public Spaces and Façade Improvements
Athens, the county seat of McMinn County, is located along I-75 between Knoxville and Chattanooga. The city is blessed with rich architecture and assets in its historic downtown including the McMinn County Courthouse, Market Park, National Quilt Trail locations, Mayfield Dairies Corporate Headquarters and Visitors Center, and the McMinn County Living Heritage Museum. These assets and several unique destination businesses bring locals and visitors to the downtown for community arts and events, shopping and dining and use of government services. Described as “The Friendly City”, downtown Athens serves as a vibrant cultural center and market place for the community.
Main Street Athens Earns National Accreditation
Main Street Athens has been designated as an accredited Main Street America program for meeting the performance standards set by the National Main Street Center.