TENNESSEE

Tennessee Business News

For readers in Tennessee, this page covers corporate mergers, store openings, industry trends, company leadership changes and startup funding developments. Reporting examines the activity of both small firms and large enterprises throughout the state.

Blackburn Weighs Senate Pick After Governor Win

Blackburn Weighs Senate Pick After Governor Win

Marsha Blackburn won Tennessee's governor race and is expected to leave the U.S. Senate in January, leaving the governor to appoint a replacement.

Live Poll

Do you trust Tennessee's governor to fill Senate vacancies well?


People

People

Tennessee Names Doug Schoenrock Wildlife Agency Chief

The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission unanimously appointed the Arkansas Game and Fish director to lead the TWRA beginning January 2027.


Public Companies

Live Poll

Should governors accept the state-mandated salary for their public service?

Public Companies

Tennessee Gubernatorial Candidates Debate Governor Salary

Candidates reveal plans regarding the $239,760 annual salary for Tennessee's next governor.

Tennessee Gubernatorial Candidates Debate Governor Salary

Philanthropy

Live Poll

Should Tennessee build a statue of Dolly Parton on Capitol grounds?

Philanthropy

Lawmakers Propose Dolly Parton Statue at Capitol

A new Tennessee bill would place a privately funded statue of the late singer facing the Ryman Auditorium.

Lawmakers Propose Dolly Parton Statue at Capitol

Industry

Transportation

Loudon County Trucking Acquires Roane Transportation

PS Logistics subsidiary adds Rockwood-based flatbed and Conestoga carrier to its East Tennessee network.

Loudon County Trucking Acquires Roane Transportation

Jobs

Live Poll

Should local government agencies prioritize hiring more staff to improve public service efficiency?

Job Search

Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Opens CJIS Manager Role

The state agency is accepting applications for a new manager position within its Biometrics Services unit.

Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Opens CJIS Manager Role

More in Business

Regular subjects here include market shifts, commercial development, economic reports and organizational restructuring. Coverage takes in every region from the capital to the rural counties. State tax policy and labor force availability remain the primary factors that influence how companies decide where to expand or relocate. The pace of industrial growth in fast-expanding sectors remains a recurring theme as new projects are announced across the state.