http://www.wate.com/category/14652/news-localstateus-business en-us Copyright 2000 - 2013 WorldNow and WATE Business 15 news-localstateus-business http://www.wate.com/story/22408535/vw-plant-reaches-production-milestone http://www.wate.com/story/22408535/vw-plant-reaches-production-milestone?t=2013-05-23T15:19:22Z WATE Thu, 23 May 2013 15:19:00 EDT Volkswagen has reached another production milestone at its assembly plant in Chattanooga. Volkswagen News - AP-State http://www.wate.com/story/22400045/knoxville-businesses-pledge-to-support-breastfeeding-mothers http://www.wate.com/story/22400045/knoxville-businesses-pledge-to-support-breastfeeding-mothers?t=2013-05-22T18:15:19Z WATE Wed, 22 May 2013 18:15:00 EDT The city of Knoxville is partnering with area businesses to help breastfeeding mothers feel more welcome. breastfeeding city of knoxville East Tennessee Breastfeeding Coalition Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22317460/redevelopment-rivalry-between-chattanooga-and-knoxville-benefitted-both-cities http://www.wate.com/story/22317460/redevelopment-rivalry-between-chattanooga-and-knoxville-benefitted-both-cities?t=2013-05-22T00:10:35Z WATE Tue, 21 May 2013 23:00:00 EDT Chattanooga began a big redevelopment push downtown several years ago and Knoxville has followed suit. So which city has been more successful at revitalizing its downtown area? Chattanooga Knoxville revitalization Tourism Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22309880/the-cheesecake-factory-to-open-this-summer http://www.wate.com/story/22309880/the-cheesecake-factory-to-open-this-summer?t=2013-05-21T11:56:53Z WATE Tue, 21 May 2013 11:56:00 EDT The opening date has been set for a highly anticipated West Knoxville restaurant. Cheesecake Factory West Town Mall Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22301470/coal-operator-plans-to-open-7-mines-in-pike-county http://www.wate.com/story/22301470/coal-operator-plans-to-open-7-mines-in-pike-county?t=2013-05-20T16:47:19Z WATE Mon, 20 May 2013 16:47:00 EDT A longtime coal operator is planning to open seven mines in the heart of the eastern Kentucky coalfields in a venture expected to create more than 250 jobs. coal jobs News - AP-State http://www.wate.com/story/22288995/biscuit-fest-2013-takes-over-downtown-knoxville http://www.wate.com/story/22288995/biscuit-fest-2013-takes-over-downtown-knoxville?t=2013-05-18T22:58:55Z WATE Sat, 18 May 2013 18:11:00 EDT It's one of the most delicious times of year once again, as downtown Knoxville is transformed into a biscuit-lovers paradise. The International Biscuit Festival made its way back to town this week, wrapping up on Saturday. biscuit festival festival biscuit Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22274432/group-opposes-farragut-hotel-motel-tax http://www.wate.com/story/22274432/group-opposes-farragut-hotel-motel-tax?t=2013-05-16T17:05:52Z WATE Thu, 16 May 2013 17:05:00 EDT The Farragut Business Alliance has decided to oppose a 3 percent hotel-motel tax. Farragut farragut business alliance hotel motel Tax Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22259698/powell-animal-hospital-working-to-cut-costs-for-clients-on-a-budget http://www.wate.com/story/22259698/powell-animal-hospital-working-to-cut-costs-for-clients-on-a-budget?t=2013-05-15T13:43:17Z WATE Wed, 15 May 2013 13:43:00 EDT Taking care of beloved dogs and cats can get expensive. But one local vet clinic is lowering costs to help meet the needs of pet owners who are on a budget. POWELL ANIMAL HOSPITAL ANTECH BLOODWORK dog cat vet veterinarian Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22259289/monroe-county-officials-put-high-hopes-in-new-food-city http://www.wate.com/story/22259289/monroe-county-officials-put-high-hopes-in-new-food-city?t=2013-05-15T23:35:44Z WATE Wed, 15 May 2013 12:50:00 EDT The Vonore Food City officially opened its doors Wednesday morning bringing a new era of shopping convenience to the small community. Food City grocery store Vonore Monroe County Station 23 http://www.wate.com/story/22248335/tva-to-offer-early-retirement-incentives http://www.wate.com/story/22248335/tva-to-offer-early-retirement-incentives?t=2013-05-14T14:00:56Z WATE Tue, 14 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT The Tennessee Valley Authority is offering retirement incentives to employees of some of its coal-fired power plants. TVA News - AP-State http://www.wate.com/story/22247283/conversion-into-apartments-begins-on-historic-downtown-knoxville-building http://www.wate.com/story/22247283/conversion-into-apartments-begins-on-historic-downtown-knoxville-building?t=2013-05-14T18:40:31Z WATE Tue, 14 May 2013 13:03:00 EDT A massive renovation project is getting underway in Knoxville, bringing more living options for people interested in moving downtown. The Medical Arts Building, located at the corner of Main and Locust Streets, is being converted into apartments. MEDICAL ARTS Medical Arts Building renovation downtown Knoxville Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22238885/farragut-lawmakers-float-three-percent-tax-on-hotels http://www.wate.com/story/22238885/farragut-lawmakers-float-three-percent-tax-on-hotels?t=2013-05-13T19:07:53Z WATE Mon, 13 May 2013 18:41:00 EDT The Town of Farragut is proposing a new 3% tax on hotels and motels and wants to use that money to promote tourism. Farragut taxes motel tax hotel tax Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22220876/cuonzo-martins-wife-roberta-opens-childrens-boutique-in-west-knoxville http://www.wate.com/story/22220876/cuonzo-martins-wife-roberta-opens-childrens-boutique-in-west-knoxville?t=2013-05-10T22:06:50Z WATE Fri, 10 May 2013 18:02:00 EDT A new children's store is open for business in West Knoxville, but you may be shocked when you walk in and see who's behind the counter. Cuonzo Martin Twig Children's Boutique Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22196990/tva-says-no-problems-found-in-nuclear-plant-review http://www.wate.com/story/22196990/tva-says-no-problems-found-in-nuclear-plant-review?t=2013-05-08T16:25:12Z WATE Wed, 8 May 2013 16:25:00 EDT Tennessee Valley Authority officials say tests of safety systems at its newest nuclear reactor have not detected any problems despite issues with the documentation of certain parts. TVA Watts Bar Unit 2 reactor nuclear reactor safety News - AP-State http://www.wate.com/story/22185629/group-files-petition-over-tn-nuclear-plant-license http://www.wate.com/story/22185629/group-files-petition-over-tn-nuclear-plant-license?t=2013-05-07T15:35:39Z WATE Tue, 7 May 2013 15:35:00 EDT An environmental group has filed a petition to intervene in the Tennessee Valley Authority's request to renew the licenses for the Sequoyah Nuclear Plant in Soddy-Daisy. Sequoyah Nuclear Plant TVA environment Soddy-Daisy The Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League News - AP-State http://www.wate.com/story/22173559/heavy-rainfall-hurts-strawberry-farms http://www.wate.com/story/22173559/heavy-rainfall-hurts-strawberry-farms?t=2013-05-20T18:18:15Z WATE Mon, 6 May 2013 15:24:00 EDT East Tennessee is dealing with record rainfall and local farmers told 6 News it's taking a toll on the crops. Mountain Meadows Farm strawberries crops rain Station 7 http://www.wate.com/story/22156261/tvas-sequoyah-watts-bar-among-tops-in-complaints http://www.wate.com/story/22156261/tvas-sequoyah-watts-bar-among-tops-in-complaints?t=2013-05-03T15:23:49Z WATE Fri, 3 May 2013 15:23:00 EDT The Nuclear Regulatory Commission tracking of whistleblower complaints at nuclear plants lists both of TVA's plants in Tennessee among the top five. TVA Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant nuclear plant News - AP-State http://www.wate.com/story/22156241/call-center-adding-500-jobs-in-chattanooga http://www.wate.com/story/22156241/call-center-adding-500-jobs-in-chattanooga?t=2013-05-03T15:21:10Z WATE Fri, 3 May 2013 15:21:00 EDT Nearly 500 new customer service jobs are being created in Chattanooga as Convergys Corp. expands employment at a call center. jobs Chattanooga News - AP-State http://www.wate.com/story/22151485/tva-posts-improved-financials-in-q2-2013 http://www.wate.com/story/22151485/tva-posts-improved-financials-in-q2-2013?t=2013-05-03T08:33:13Z WATE Fri, 3 May 2013 08:33:00 EDT The Tennessee Valley Authority ended the second quarter of 2013 up five percent in revenue compared to the same period last year, the federally-owned independent corporation reported Friday. Tennessee Valley Authority TVA Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22141731/urban-outfitters-opens-on-market-square http://www.wate.com/story/22141731/urban-outfitters-opens-on-market-square?t=2013-05-02T13:48:36Z WATE Thu, 2 May 2013 13:48:00 EDT After much anticipation, Urban Outfitters opened Thursday morning in downtown Knoxville. Urban Outfitters Market Square Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22134663/popcorn-suttons-dream-coming-true-in-cocke-county http://www.wate.com/story/22134663/popcorn-suttons-dream-coming-true-in-cocke-county?t=2013-05-15T19:30:27Z WATE Wed, 1 May 2013 18:22:00 EDT Popcorn Sutton's dream was to own a huge distillery in Cocke County. Those who knew him best are now making his dream a reality. moonshine Popcorn Sutton whiskey distillery Station 16 http://www.wate.com/story/22131760/pilot-hires-independent-investigator http://www.wate.com/story/22131760/pilot-hires-independent-investigator?t=2013-05-01T15:05:36Z WATE Wed, 1 May 2013 15:05:00 EDT The board of directors for Pilot Flying J has selected an attorney to serve as independent counsel while the company is under investigation by the FBI. Reid Weingarten Pilot Flying J Pilot rebate scandal FBI Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22119498/heat-air-conditioning-maker-expanding-dayton http://www.wate.com/story/22119498/heat-air-conditioning-maker-expanding-dayton?t=2013-04-30T17:55:56Z WATE Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:55:00 EDT Goodman Manufacturing will expand its plant in Dayton, creating 200 new jobs. Dayton jobs News - AP-State http://www.wate.com/story/22121889/knoxville-law-enforcement-agencies-take-new-approach-to-mental-illness http://www.wate.com/story/22121889/knoxville-law-enforcement-agencies-take-new-approach-to-mental-illness?t=2013-05-14T17:51:09Z WATE Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:32:00 EDT Law enforcement agencies have been solidifying their relationships with the mental health community in recent months. mental health depression addiction Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22118655/businesses-feel-impact-of-lyons-view-pike-closure http://www.wate.com/story/22118655/businesses-feel-impact-of-lyons-view-pike-closure?t=2013-05-14T17:58:12Z WATE Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:47:00 EDT It's been more than two weeks since Lyons View Pike closed down to traffic for a seven-month long KUB project and some area businesses are already feeling the effects of the closure. lyons view pike Knoxville Knoxville Construction Knoxville business Knoxville traffic construction traffic Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22111872/bearden-business-owners-meet-over-opposition-to-road-closure http://www.wate.com/story/22111872/bearden-business-owners-meet-over-opposition-to-road-closure?t=2013-04-29T19:40:14Z WATE Mon, 29 Apr 2013 19:40:00 EDT Bearden business owners held a meeting Monday to discuss their opposition to closing Ben Atchley Street for a commercial development. Ben Atchley Street Bearden MPC Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22106974/urban-outfitters-to-open-thursday-in-market-square http://www.wate.com/story/22106974/urban-outfitters-to-open-thursday-in-market-square?t=2013-04-29T11:50:37Z WATE Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:50:00 EDT The opening of a much-anticipated clothing retailer in downtown Knoxville is just days away. Urban Outfitters Market Square Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22106800/sevierville-manufacturer-to-add-25-jobs http://www.wate.com/story/22106800/sevierville-manufacturer-to-add-25-jobs?t=2013-04-29T11:41:39Z WATE Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:41:00 EDT New jobs and a big capital investment are in the works at the Sevierville facility of Quality Solutions Group (QSG). manufacturing Quality Solutions Group jobs Station 9 http://www.wate.com/story/22081450/the-island-in-pigeon-forge-nears-completion http://www.wate.com/story/22081450/the-island-in-pigeon-forge-nears-completion?t=2013-05-09T18:43:15Z WATE Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:09:00 EDT A new entertainment development in Pigeon Forge is nearing completion, as the finishing touches are put on the main attraction. The Island at Pigeon Forge Belle Island Great Smoky Mountain Wheel Station 9 http://www.wate.com/story/22065610/attorney-to-file-legal-request-stopping-jimmy-haslam-from-contacting-pilot-clients http://www.wate.com/story/22065610/attorney-to-file-legal-request-stopping-jimmy-haslam-from-contacting-pilot-clients?t=2013-05-08T19:09:06Z WATE Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:35:00 EDT An attorney plans to file a request in Knox County Circuit Court for an immediate, emergency hearing to stop Pilot CEO Jimmy Haslam from further contacting anymore clients about repayment. Pilot Flying J Jimmy Haslam Attorney Mark Tate Morehouse Truck Line Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/19661270/knoxville-business-sparks-your-creativity-for-homemade-crafts http://www.wate.com/story/19661270/knoxville-business-sparks-your-creativity-for-homemade-crafts?t=2012-09-28T18:15:22Z WATE Fri, 28 Sep 2012 17:10:00 EDT One of your projects could be a Made in Tennessee highlight, and we met the women in Knoxville who could help you make that happen. Scrappin' in the City General002 http://www.wate.com/story/19540471/knoxville-screen-printing-companys-designs-fire-up-a-following http://www.wate.com/story/19540471/knoxville-screen-printing-companys-designs-fire-up-a-following?t=2012-09-14T18:07:56Z WATE Fri, 14 Sep 2012 17:00:00 EDT A relatively new Knoxville business is making quite a riot in the T-shirt world. The three owners make custom Ts, and one also has a personal line called Made in Tennessee. Riot Printing Company Knoxville General002 http://www.wate.com/story/19478653/mans-custom-leather-work-takes-off-in-east-tennessee http://www.wate.com/story/19478653/mans-custom-leather-work-takes-off-in-east-tennessee?t=2012-09-07T18:13:57Z WATE Fri, 7 Sep 2012 17:00:00 EDT A personal project has turned into a full time second job for an Anderson County man. In fact, Dennis Badurina's custom leather work is so good it's being used in hit TV shows. Dennis Badurina Dragon Leatherworks General002 http://www.wate.com/story/19444075/local-retailers-offer-labor-day-deals http://www.wate.com/story/19444075/local-retailers-offer-labor-day-deals?t=2012-09-03T13:45:35Z WATE Mon, 3 Sep 2012 13:45:00 EDT Labor Day Weekend is a big weekend for sales and a number of retailers and restaurants. Labor Day Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/19423366/designer-turns-denim-into-high-fashion-in-knoxville http://www.wate.com/story/19423366/designer-turns-denim-into-high-fashion-in-knoxville?t=2012-08-31T20:46:59Z WATE Fri, 31 Aug 2012 20:46:00 EDT High fashion is being designed in Knoxville at Marc Nelson Denim. We're talking blue jeans, T-shirts and belts that are mostly geared toward men. However, a women's line is on the way as well. Marc Nelson Denim Marcus Hall General002 http://www.wate.com/story/19356815/clinton-store-turns-personalized-candles-into-fundraisers http://www.wate.com/story/19356815/clinton-store-turns-personalized-candles-into-fundraisers?t=2012-08-24T18:42:28Z WATE Fri, 24 Aug 2012 17:00:00 EDT There are lots of candles on the market, but how many can be personalized all the way down to the scent? Wax Shack Soy 2 Joy candles General002 http://www.wate.com/story/19300126/east-tennessee-company-turns-up-the-hot-sauce-heat http://www.wate.com/story/19300126/east-tennessee-company-turns-up-the-hot-sauce-heat?t=2012-08-17T18:27:39Z WATE Fri, 17 Aug 2012 17:07:00 EDT The self-proclaimed king of fire is in East Tennessee. The Pepper Palace makes hundreds of hot sauces, salsas and rubs. Pepper Palace Nasal Napalm salsa marinade General002 http://www.wate.com/story/19249060/olympic-athletes-use-tennessee-companys-compression-socks http://www.wate.com/story/19249060/olympic-athletes-use-tennessee-companys-compression-socks?t=2012-08-10T18:20:26Z WATE Fri, 10 Aug 2012 17:20:00 EDT The U.S. cycling team and a Canadian runner are among the Olympic athletes using Swiftwick socks, a product made in Chattanooga. Swiftwick compression socks Chattanooga General002 http://www.wate.com/story/19184457/blaine-company-racks-up-custom-pool-table-business http://www.wate.com/story/19184457/blaine-company-racks-up-custom-pool-table-business?t=2012-08-03T17:57:07Z WATE Fri, 3 Aug 2012 17:01:00 EDT After years of servicing and repairing pool tables, mostly in cabins near the Great Smokies, Shane Estes is now taking aim at building his own custom tables as Blaine's Billiards. Blaine's Billiards Shane Estes General002 http://www.wate.com/story/19070055/knoxville-companys-spiral-staircases-popular-around-the-world http://www.wate.com/story/19070055/knoxville-companys-spiral-staircases-popular-around-the-world?t=2012-07-20T18:24:36Z WATE Fri, 20 Jul 2012 17:01:00 EDT Spiral staircases are an architectural focal point in many homes, and a South Knoxville company has made thousands of them over the years. Precision Pine Knoxville General002 http://www.wate.com/story/18958990/gourmet-food-truck-rolls-with-the-crowd-in-knoxville http://www.wate.com/story/18958990/gourmet-food-truck-rolls-with-the-crowd-in-knoxville?t=2012-07-06T18:27:11Z WATE Fri, 6 Jul 2012 17:01:00 EDT There are only a handful of food trucks in our area, but a new one in Knoxville is generating a lot of buzz. Savory and Sweet Knoxville food truck General002 http://www.wate.com/story/18917365/downtown-knoxville-boutique-and-print-studio-draws-a-crowd http://www.wate.com/story/18917365/downtown-knoxville-boutique-and-print-studio-draws-a-crowd?t=2012-06-29T18:01:07Z WATE Fri, 29 Jun 2012 17:01:00 EDT A Farragut High graduate who returned home to follow her dream has claimed a prime spot for her store in downtown Knoxville's Market Square. Rococo boutique print studio Courtney Coffey Knoxville General002 http://www.wate.com/story/18852382/maryville-woman-turns-love-of-homemade-soap-into-thriving-business http://www.wate.com/story/18852382/maryville-woman-turns-love-of-homemade-soap-into-thriving-business?t=2012-06-22T18:15:00Z WATE Fri, 22 Jun 2012 17:01:00 EDT Have you ever tried handmade or homemade soap? Colette Sevier Souder did nearly two decades ago and it changed her life. Rainwater Farm Maryville General002 http://www.wate.com/story/18620639/knoxville-companys-products-help-protect-plants-from-pests http://www.wate.com/story/18620639/knoxville-companys-products-help-protect-plants-from-pests?t=2012-05-25T18:13:32Z WATE Fri, 25 May 2012 17:00:00 EDT Have you ever seen plastic owls in gardens, on boat docks or even around balconies? If you wonder what they're for or who had the idea to make them, it's a company in Knoxville. Dalen Products Neal Caldwell great horned owl General002 http://www.wate.com/story/18518981/east-tennessee-companys-secret-recipe-becomes-southern-staple http://www.wate.com/story/18518981/east-tennessee-companys-secret-recipe-becomes-southern-staple?t=2012-05-18T18:31:14Z WATE Fri, 18 May 2012 17:01:00 EDT Bush Beans are a staple on many dinner tables and a favorite at cookouts, but did you know Bush Brothers and Company started and continues to operate in East Tennessee? Bush Beans Bush Brothers & Company Duke Jay Bush General002 http://www.wate.com/story/18294563/knoxville-woman-turns-quest-for-satisfying-salad-dressing-into-business http://www.wate.com/story/18294563/knoxville-woman-turns-quest-for-satisfying-salad-dressing-into-business?t=2012-05-11T18:27:00Z WATE Fri, 11 May 2012 17:01:00 EDT If you pick fresh veggies from your backyard garden or scoop up local produce at farmers markets, have you given much thought to the salad dressing you use? Hazel Tippo Haze and Company salad dressings cooking sauce General002 http://www.wate.com/story/18067314/knoxville-music-store-also-makes-custom-intrustments-amps http://www.wate.com/story/18067314/knoxville-music-store-also-makes-custom-intrustments-amps?t=2012-05-04T18:49:50Z WATE Fri, 4 May 2012 17:01:00 EDT For many people, music is very personal. So when you buy your music equipment shouldn't it be as well? That's how two local men feel who make their own guitars and amps. General002 http://www.wate.com/story/18146983/street-rod-car-show-should-bring-millions-of-dollars-to-knoxville-economy http://www.wate.com/story/18146983/street-rod-car-show-should-bring-millions-of-dollars-to-knoxville-economy?t=2012-05-18T18:16:50Z WATE Fri, 4 May 2012 11:47:00 EDT Around 11,000 people are expected in Knoxville this weekend for the 38th annual National Street Rod Association car show. The event draws people from around the country, meaning a big boost to the local economy. National Street Rod Association Car show chilhowee park economy Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/17797829/anderson-county-farm-teaches-customers-the-benefits-of-herbs http://www.wate.com/story/17797829/anderson-county-farm-teaches-customers-the-benefits-of-herbs?t=2012-04-27T19:21:10Z WATE Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:26:00 EDT An Anderson County family farm is going the extra mile to provide all the tools for starting your own organic garden and teach the benefits of fresh, locally grown herbs. Erin's Meadow Herb Farm General002 http://www.wate.com/story/17354819/lenoir-city-business-crafts-durable-art-pottery-pieces http://www.wate.com/story/17354819/lenoir-city-business-crafts-durable-art-pottery-pieces?t=2012-04-13T18:17:57Z WATE Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:04:00 EDT If you're looking for some stoneware, a luminary, or maybe a one-of-a-kind handmade gift, a Lenoir City business may have just what you need. Stony Clay Station Lenoir City Benjamin Qualls Melissa Ball General002 http://www.wate.com/story/17342247/kingston-store-offers-personalized-items-with-a-unique-flair http://www.wate.com/story/17342247/kingston-store-offers-personalized-items-with-a-unique-flair?t=2012-04-06T19:38:29Z WATE Fri, 6 Apr 2012 12:10:00 EDT As you walk into Ella Minnow Pea, you see the letters L, M, N, O, P displayed on the back wall. It's a reminder of the play on words shop owner Carrie Curry used when naming her store. Ella Minnow Pea General002 http://www.wate.com/story/17291295/memphis-woman-turns-love-of-art-into-fast-growing-handbag-line http://www.wate.com/story/17291295/memphis-woman-turns-love-of-art-into-fast-growing-handbag-line?t=2012-03-30T19:47:50Z WATE Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:03:00 EDT Katie Kalsi didn't even buy her first handbag until 2001. Now she's designing one of the fastest growing new handbag lines in production. Katie Kalsi General002 http://www.wate.com/story/17177155/knoxville-glass-makers-turn-hobby-into-successful-studio http://www.wate.com/story/17177155/knoxville-glass-makers-turn-hobby-into-successful-studio?t=2012-03-16T18:35:01Z WATE Fri, 16 Mar 2012 18:17:00 EDT A lot of people dream of abandoning the corporate world and going out on their own, often turning a hobby into a full time job. For a South Knoxville glass maker who started his own studio in 2008, it looks like that leap of faith is paying off. Marble City Glassworks Knoxville General002 http://www.wate.com/story/16956028/self-taught-artist-crafts-custom-made-treasures-at-south-knoxville-business http://www.wate.com/story/16956028/self-taught-artist-crafts-custom-made-treasures-at-south-knoxville-business?t=2012-02-17T18:46:12Z WATE Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:46:00 EST Support for South Knoxville businesses has stepped up since the Henley Bridge closed for construction. So Made in Tennessee headed across the Tennessee River to meet Tea and Treasure's artisan of the month, Bobbye Edwards. Tea and Treasure Knoxville General002 http://www.wate.com/story/16909968/maryville-bakery-is-exclusive-maker-of-moon-pie-cupcakes http://www.wate.com/story/16909968/maryville-bakery-is-exclusive-maker-of-moon-pie-cupcakes?t=2012-02-10T18:27:17Z WATE Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:52:00 EST There's a new Moon Pie creation and a Maryville bakery called KupKatie's KupKakes is the only one licensed to make it. General002 http://www.wate.com/story/16672786/automatic-shoe-covers-turn-into-a-hit-for-knoxville-company http://www.wate.com/story/16672786/automatic-shoe-covers-turn-into-a-hit-for-knoxville-company?t=2012-02-06T10:46:32Z WATE Fri, 3 Feb 2012 17:08:00 EST One Knoxville product was a huge hit at the Extreme Makeover build site, The Bootie Butler. Bootie Butler Knoxville Rob Heller General002 http://www.wate.com/story/16222939/knoxville-recycling-company-denied-zoning-change-after-stop-work-orders http://www.wate.com/story/16222939/knoxville-recycling-company-denied-zoning-change-after-stop-work-orders?t=2011-12-22T19:04:55Z WATE Thu, 8 Dec 2011 18:51:00 EST Greenphalt, a company that claims it's recycling used roofing shingles for road asphalt, tried to get zoning approval for a dump site at Wednesday's Metropolitan Planning Commission meeting. roofing shingles asphalt Greenphalt zoning permits Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/16076716/lenoir-city-sausage-makers-grow-business-beyond-expectations http://www.wate.com/story/16076716/lenoir-city-sausage-makers-grow-business-beyond-expectations?t=2011-11-18T18:32:26Z WATE Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:00:00 EST Workers at Wampler's Farm Sausage can crank out more than half a million sausage patties a day and thousands of packages of bulk sausage every hour. Wampler's Farm Sausage Lenoir City General002 http://www.wate.com/story/15641122/west-knox-county-business-makes-gift-giving-a-blast http://www.wate.com/story/15641122/west-knox-county-business-makes-gift-giving-a-blast?t=2011-10-07T20:23:54Z WATE Fri, 7 Oct 2011 18:55:00 EDT Have you ever searched for something different than flowers or balloons to send a friend or loved one? General002 http://www.wate.com/story/15589262/knox-county-company-goes-from-family-farm-to-household-name http://www.wate.com/story/15589262/knox-county-company-goes-from-family-farm-to-household-name?t=2011-09-30T18:41:01Z WATE Fri, 30 Sep 2011 18:40:00 EDT If you're not from Knoxville, you may not know Weigel's convenient stores is truly a local family-owned business that continues to focus on East Tennessee. General002 http://www.wate.com/story/15481570/loudon-ice-cream-parlor-makes-its-own-draws-a-crowd http://www.wate.com/story/15481570/loudon-ice-cream-parlor-makes-its-own-draws-a-crowd?t=2011-09-17T21:33:14Z WATE Sat, 17 Sep 2011 21:33:00 EDT Tic-Toc Ice Cream Parlor in Loudon makes all its own ice cream on site, and if regulars from out of town are any indication it has the recipe for success. General002 http://www.wate.com/story/15427901/locally-made-craft-beers-on-tap-in-knoxville http://www.wate.com/story/15427901/locally-made-craft-beers-on-tap-in-knoxville?t=2011-09-09T18:28:59Z WATE Fri, 9 Sep 2011 17:54:00 EDT There are hundreds of beers on the market catering to a wide variety of tastes, but what if you want a truly local brew? General002 http://www.wate.com/story/15383958/south-knoxville-business-takes-screen-printing-a-step-further http://www.wate.com/story/15383958/south-knoxville-business-takes-screen-printing-a-step-further?t=2011-09-02T18:24:16Z WATE Fri, 2 Sep 2011 18:05:00 EDT If you need custom-made T-shirts, hats or a billboard to promote your business or club, a unique place in Knoxville makes them all while helping others. General002 http://www.wate.com/story/15359528/bruce-pearl-named-marketing-vice-president-for-knoxville-distributor http://www.wate.com/story/15359528/bruce-pearl-named-marketing-vice-president-for-knoxville-distributor?t=2011-09-13T17:37:53Z WATE Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:44:00 EDT Former Tennessee men's head basketball coach Bruce Pearl has taken a job as vice president of marketing at Knoxville-based wholesale distributor H.T. Hackney Co. Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/15298429/knoxville-candle-making-business-turns-into-gift-shop-for-artists http://www.wate.com/story/15298429/knoxville-candle-making-business-turns-into-gift-shop-for-artists?t=2011-08-19T18:32:00Z WATE Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:59:00 EDT For more than two years, 6 News has followed Debbie Shepherd, a victim of the recession who's made quite a successful turnaround. General002 http://www.wate.com/story/15257701/maryville-company-supplies-saddlery-and-tack-around-the-world http://www.wate.com/story/15257701/maryville-company-supplies-saddlery-and-tack-around-the-world?t=2011-08-12T18:02:05Z WATE Fri, 12 Aug 2011 17:46:00 EDT Chances are if you've ridden a horse near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the saddle or riding accessories were made at a Maryville family business called FABTRON. General002 http://www.wate.com/story/13869613/business-owners-say-so-far-so-good-after-henley-bridge-closure http://www.wate.com/story/13869613/business-owners-say-so-far-so-good-after-henley-bridge-closure?t=2011-02-02T20:41:45Z WATE Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:26:00 EST It's been more than two weeks since the closure of the Henley Bridge in downtown Knoxville, and according to nearby business owners, so far so good. Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/13777525/bar-hopes-south-knox-bridge-detour-boosts-business http://www.wate.com/story/13777525/bar-hopes-south-knox-bridge-detour-boosts-business?t=2011-01-18T07:17:27Z WATE Tue, 4 Jan 2011 21:17:00 EST A lot of businesses worry about losing customers due to the Henley Bridge closure, but a couple on the detour hope to benefit. Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/13351755/south-knoxville-businesses-planning-ahead-for-major-change-in-traffic-flow http://www.wate.com/story/13351755/south-knoxville-businesses-planning-ahead-for-major-change-in-traffic-flow?t=2011-01-03T11:41:42Z WATE Mon, 3 Jan 2011 11:41:00 EST Businesses in South Knoxville are trying to plan ahead for a major change in traffic flow. Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/13411566/tv-production-east-tennessee http://www.wate.com/story/13411566/tv-production-east-tennessee?t=2010-11-03T11:33:05Z WATE Wed, 3 Nov 2010 11:33:00 EDT Several television programs have been shot and produced in East Tennessee. Just in the last four months, four major production companies have packed their camera bags and headed for Sever County. Station 9 http://www.wate.com/story/22414026/procter-gamble-brings-back-ag-lafley-as-ceo http://www.wate.com/story/22414026/procter-gamble-brings-back-ag-lafley-as-ceo?t=2013-05-24T08:08:40Z AP Fri, 24 May 2013 08:08:00 EDT Household products giant Procter & Gamble Co. is hoping its former CEO can work his magic once again. News - AP-National http://www.wate.com/story/22414257/top-swiss-negotiator-in-tax-disputes-steps-down http://www.wate.com/story/22414257/top-swiss-negotiator-in-tax-disputes-steps-down?t=2013-05-24T07:48:22Z AP Fri, 24 May 2013 07:48:00 EDT Switzerland's top negotiator in talks to resolve disputes over tax evasion with Europe and the U.S. is stepping down. News - AP-National http://www.wate.com/story/22412936/asia-stocks-extend-losses-after-big-sell-off http://www.wate.com/story/22412936/asia-stocks-extend-losses-after-big-sell-off?t=2013-05-24T07:08:24Z AP Fri, 24 May 2013 07:08:00 EDT World stocks stabilized on Friday, a day after global markets dropped sharply on concerns global growth is slowing and the Federal Reserve could start scaling back its monetary stimulus. News - AP-National http://www.wate.com/story/22412948/oil-falls-below-94-on-weak-outlook-for-demand http://www.wate.com/story/22412948/oil-falls-below-94-on-weak-outlook-for-demand?t=2013-05-24T06:09:36Z AP Fri, 24 May 2013 06:09:00 EDT The price of oil was knocked lower Friday by a combination of ample supplies and lukewarm demand. News - AP-National http://www.wate.com/story/22413673/report-france-backs-off-caps-on-ceo-pay http://www.wate.com/story/22413673/report-france-backs-off-caps-on-ceo-pay?t=2013-05-24T05:48:16Z AP Fri, 24 May 2013 05:48:00 EDT France's finance minister says the government is no longer planning to cap executives' salaries in the private sector, amid concerns it is antagonizing the big businesses needed to reinvigorate the economy. News - AP-National http://www.wate.com/story/22412998/survey-german-consumer-confidence-rises-strongly http://www.wate.com/story/22412998/survey-german-consumer-confidence-rises-strongly?t=2013-05-24T05:38:14Z AP Fri, 24 May 2013 05:38:00 EDT German business confidence rebounded this month in an unexpectedly strong showing that sends a hopeful signal for more robust growth in Europe's biggest economy, a closely watched survey found Friday. News - AP-National http://www.wate.com/story/22413125/turkey-passes-bill-restricting-alcohol-sales-ads http://www.wate.com/story/22413125/turkey-passes-bill-restricting-alcohol-sales-ads?t=2013-05-24T03:28:44Z AP Fri, 24 May 2013 03:28:00 EDT Turkey's parliament has passed legislation to ban all advertising of alcohol and tighten restrictions on sales in the mainly Muslim but secular country. News - AP-National http://www.wate.com/story/22412778/japans-pm-abe-defends-policies-as-markets-settle http://www.wate.com/story/22412778/japans-pm-abe-defends-policies-as-markets-settle?t=2013-05-24T02:58:01Z AP Fri, 24 May 2013 02:58:00 EDT Japan's top leaders are defending the economic strategies championed by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, though the central bank chief acknowledged a need for better communication with financial markets, a day after Tokyo... News - AP-National http://www.wate.com/story/22411324/study-no-higher-cancer-rate-at-conn-pratt-plant http://www.wate.com/story/22411324/study-no-higher-cancer-rate-at-conn-pratt-plant?t=2013-05-23T23:18:07Z AP Thu, 23 May 2013 23:18:00 EDT An 11-year study of the incidence of brain cancer at jet engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney in the state ended Thursday with university researchers saying they found no statistically significant elevations in the rate... News - AP-National http://www.wate.com/story/22412374/nj-franchisee-well-fix-any-fake-liquor-problems http://www.wate.com/story/22412374/nj-franchisee-well-fix-any-fake-liquor-problems?t=2013-05-23T23:07:56Z AP Thu, 23 May 2013 23:07:00 EDT At one bar, a mixture that included rubbing alcohol and caramel coloring was sold as scotch. In another, premium liquor bottles were refilled with water - and apparently not even clean water at that. News - AP-National http://www.wate.com/story/22413959/thp-stepping-up-dui-enforcement-over-holiday http://www.wate.com/story/22413959/thp-stepping-up-dui-enforcement-over-holiday?t=2013-05-24T06:56:31Z WATE Fri, 24 May 2013 06:56:00 EDT The Tennessee Highway Patrol is stepping up seat belt and DUI enforcement over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Tennessee Highway Patrol holiday Memorial Day patrols News - AP-State http://www.wate.com/story/22413953/deadline-here-for-hunter-comments-on-regulations http://www.wate.com/story/22413953/deadline-here-for-hunter-comments-on-regulations?t=2013-05-24T06:53:04Z WATE Fri, 24 May 2013 06:53:00 EDT Hunters have through Monday to comment to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency on hunting regulations for the next seasons. deer hunting regulations News - AP-State http://www.wate.com/story/22413949/man-dies-in-south-knoxville-car-crash http://www.wate.com/story/22413949/man-dies-in-south-knoxville-car-crash?t=2013-05-24T06:49:49Z WATE Fri, 24 May 2013 06:49:00 EDT Roger Welchel, 54, died Thursday night after crashing his vehicle in South Knoxville. Corvette car crash South Knoxville alcohol Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22411339/emails-show-hostile-work-situation-leading-up-to-wright-firing http://www.wate.com/story/22411339/emails-show-hostile-work-situation-leading-up-to-wright-firing?t=2013-05-24T06:37:08Z WATE Fri, 24 May 2013 06:37:00 EDT A University of Tennessee administrator told her boss she was experiencing a hostile work environment in the days before she was fired. Jenny Wright University of Tennessee tim rogers News http://www.wate.com/story/22411935/sevierville-police-cracking-down-on-shoplifters http://www.wate.com/story/22411935/sevierville-police-cracking-down-on-shoplifters?t=2013-05-24T06:34:12Z WATE Fri, 24 May 2013 06:34:00 EDT Police in Sevierville are partnering with retailers to crack down on shoplifters. In January, the Sevierville Police Department formed a team called ALERT. Sevierville tanger police shoplifters alert Station 19 http://www.wate.com/story/22409477/knox-county-deputies-apprehend-violent-sex-offender http://www.wate.com/story/22409477/knox-county-deputies-apprehend-violent-sex-offender?t=2013-05-24T06:13:26Z WATE Fri, 24 May 2013 06:13:00 EDT The search for a violent sex offender with an outstanding warrant for his arrest is over. Jerry Steven Helton sex offender Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22412775/east-tenn-troop-reacts-to-boy-scout-decision http://www.wate.com/story/22412775/east-tenn-troop-reacts-to-boy-scout-decision?t=2013-05-24T06:10:56Z WATE Fri, 24 May 2013 06:10:00 EDT Members of The Boy Scouts of America are now speaking out about Thursday's historic vote to end the ban on openly gay members. boy scouts gay equality scout Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22407178/2-killed-2-seriously-injured-in-bean-station-pharmacy-shooting http://www.wate.com/story/22407178/2-killed-2-seriously-injured-in-bean-station-pharmacy-shooting?t=2013-05-24T00:41:12Z WATE Thu, 23 May 2013 22:43:00 EDT Two people were killed and another two hospitalized after a shooter opened fire in a Grainger County business. shooting Bean Station Radio 01 http://www.wate.com/story/22411778/knoxville-radio-station-switches-frequency-format-on-thursday http://www.wate.com/story/22411778/knoxville-radio-station-switches-frequency-format-on-thursday?t=2013-05-23T20:42:17Z WATE Thu, 23 May 2013 20:42:00 EDT Knoxville residents might have to change the dial if they want to hear their favorite stations. WNOX Knoxville journal broadcasting Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22411137/home-owners-oppose-ut-plan-to-build-new-laboratory-on-historic-properties http://www.wate.com/story/22411137/home-owners-oppose-ut-plan-to-build-new-laboratory-on-historic-properties?t=2013-05-23T20:11:44Z WATE Thu, 23 May 2013 19:18:00 EDT The University of Tennessee was granted the right to purchase three homes in Fort Sanders to build a new academic building, but the move has preservationists concerned. White Avenue historic homes Knox Heritage UT University of Tennessee Station 6 http://www.wate.com/story/22300852/3-super-cheap-marketing-tactics http://www.wate.com/story/22300852/3-super-cheap-marketing-tactics?t=2013-05-21T09:00:46Z INC Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT The following strategies and tools can be a great starting point for cash-strapped CEOs looking to kickstart their marketing programs on the cheap. Business http://www.wate.com/story/22186275/senate-passes-online-sales-tax-bill http://www.wate.com/story/22186275/senate-passes-online-sales-tax-bill?t=2013-05-08T09:23:47Z INC Wed, 8 May 2013 09:23:00 EDT We're one step closer to mandatory online sales tax collection. Next, the bill moves to the House. Sales - Small Business http://www.wate.com/story/22174481/lessons-learned-from-the-banking-crisis http://www.wate.com/story/22174481/lessons-learned-from-the-banking-crisis?t=2013-05-07T09:25:29Z INVESTOPEDIA Tue, 7 May 2013 09:25:00 EDT Now that nearly a decade has passed since the housing market peaked, what lessons can investors and banks learn from the banking crisis brought on by the Great Recession? Sales - Money http://www.wate.com/story/22155910/8-things-really-successful-people-do http://www.wate.com/story/22155910/8-things-really-successful-people-do?t=2013-05-06T09:00:29Z INC Mon, 6 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT Real success takes discipline and methodology. Here are eight things the most successful people are meticulous about getting right. Sales - Small Business http://www.wate.com/story/22144850/should-you-head-back-to-business-school http://www.wate.com/story/22144850/should-you-head-back-to-business-school?t=2013-05-03T09:00:25Z INVESTOPEDIA Fri, 3 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT While pursuing an MBA comes with its own set of challenges, an MBA can be a valuable asset on the path to a better career for young professionals with clear career goals and realistic expectations. Sales - Money http://www.wate.com/story/22121794/building-toward-recovery http://www.wate.com/story/22121794/building-toward-recovery?t=2013-05-01T09:00:26Z INC Wed, 1 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT Construction leads the way, but the recovery is affecting a broader base of businesses, according to a new study. Business http://www.wate.com/story/21308819/4-unlikely-billionaires-oprah-winfrey-steven-spielberg-more http://www.wate.com/story/21308819/4-unlikely-billionaires-oprah-winfrey-steven-spielberg-more?t=2013-03-02T10:00:14Z INVESTOPEDIA Sat, 2 Mar 2013 10:00:00 EST In an age when billion has become the new million, which unexpected folks have joined the ranks of the billionaire club? Business http://www.wate.com/story/20484206/house-joins-senate-to-ok-bill-that-avoids-fiscal-cliff http://www.wate.com/story/20484206/house-joins-senate-to-ok-bill-that-avoids-fiscal-cliff?t=2013-01-02T14:23:31Z HEALTHDAY Wed, 2 Jan 2013 14:23:00 EST The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1. Health http://www.wate.com/story/20484970/avis-buys-zipcar-for-500-million-will-make-more-cars-available-to-zipsters http://www.wate.com/story/20484970/avis-buys-zipcar-for-500-million-will-make-more-cars-available-to-zipsters?t=2013-01-02T14:10:16Z DIGITALTRENDS Wed, 2 Jan 2013 14:10:00 EST Avis has announced that it will purchase high-tech car-sharing company Zipcar for around $500 million. The deal is expected to greatly increase the availability of Zipcar vehicles for customers. Auto http://www.wate.com/story/20106817/why-did-steven-sinofsky-the-man-behind-windows-leave-microsoft http://www.wate.com/story/20106817/why-did-steven-sinofsky-the-man-behind-windows-leave-microsoft?t=2012-11-15T10:59:19Z DIGITALTRENDS Thu, 15 Nov 2012 10:59:00 EST What does Steven Sinofsky's abrupt departure from Microsoft mean for Windows … and the way the company will compete with Apple and Google? Business