Good Economic News: Big Money, Big Moves, Big Momentum in Tennessee

With $317 million in tourism, a Cookeville land boom, a proposed marina, and grassroots fundraising in McMinnville, the Volunteer State is proving small towns have big power.

Justin Reed

Aug 28, 2025 - 3 min read

From festivals to fundraisers, Tennessee communities are drawing visitors in record numbers — a sign of thriving local economies. Photo courtesy of Sean Foster on Unsplash.

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