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Chattanooga: BB&T state chief envisions further growth in area

Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008

While many other banks are contracting, North Carolina-based BB&T bank is growing and could add another branch here late next year, according to Martha S. “Missy” Wallen, the bank’s state president.

Chattanooga: Trek bike dealer arrives in city

Thursday, Nov. 20, 2008

Tyler Klein got his first job at a bicycle shop when he was 15, and now at 31 years old, he’s got his own store. The Iowa native moved to Chattanooga in September to open the city’s first Trek Bicycle Store.

Chattanooga: Gift cards popular even as economy meanders

Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008

Signal Mountain resident Kelley Hayton plans to buy gift cards for relatives this holiday season, and the main reason is convenience.

Chattanooga: Pros give smart phones good traction

Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008

For an increasing number of people, smart phones act as a lifeline with the rest of the world, whether it’s their clients, co-workers or even their families.

Chattanooga: Dad, son share truck job Cantrells go to school to launch 18-wheel adventure

Friday, Nov. 14, 2008

The first time 51-year-old Mike Cantrell drove an 18-wheeler from Cleveland, Tenn., to Hixson, he said it was a little nerve-wracking.

Tennessee: Bank’s economist predicts stimulus package

Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008

First Tennessee Bank’s chief economist predicts the election of Sen. Barack Obama as president could bring a stimulus package even before the end of the year.

Chattanooga: Work force prep necessary for VW

Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008

About 100 work force development professionals met in Chattanooga on Wednesday in what was called a milestone meeting to help the area get ready for Volkswagen.

Chattanooga: Why aren’t grocery costs falling?

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008

Chattanooga resident Sue Powers shops several times each week to feed her family — which includes a 17-year-old son who drinks a lot of milk.

Readying a work force Chattanooga prepares for Volkswagen plant

Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008

As the region readies for Chattanooga’s new Volkswagen plant, work force development professionals are beginning to make sure the area is prepared.

Hamilton County: Businesses get head start

Friday, Nov. 7, 2008

By having his restoration business located in Hamilton County’s Business Development Center, Neil Ingram estimates he has saved more than $12,000 in rent and other expenses.