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By Ben Lawsonben@seymourherald.comBack in October of 2001, a little restaurant named Mr. Bob-E-Que opened its doors in Seymour, offering barbeque based off award winning recipes and a long tradition. This month, the long-time Seymour eatery...
More than 40 years ago, Boudleaux and Felice Bryant composed "Rocky Top," which quickly became the theme song at University of Tennessee sporting events.The couple's heirs, Dane and Del Bryant, have entered into a contractual partnership...
By Ben Lawsonben@seymourherald.comAlong with establishments like Kay’s Ice Cream, the United Grocery Outlet on Chapman Highway is a staple of South Knoxville. And it will continue to be, albeit with a new, fresher look.For the past...
By Ben Lawsonben@seymourherald.comIn all her business pursuits, Missy Brown aims to provide quality service in a friendly and clean environment. She brings that philosophy with her to Velocity Tan & Salon.Open since 2004, Velocity...
By Ben Lawsonben@seymourherald.comWith years of auto mechanic work under his belt, Kevin Smith saw an opportunity to start a business the right way. His focus starts with batteries, but it doesn’t end there.Smith grew up around engines. ...
By Ben Lawsonben@seymourherald.comWhen he moved back to Seymour, Darrell Carter set out to open his own auto body shop. After 16 years, Seymour Tire & Auto is going stronger than ever, which he attributes to two changes: his wife...
By Carol WurschmidtMichael Tullock, President of the United Grocery Outlet, Inc. was named Tennessee Retailer of the Year by the Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association. He visited the Chapman Highway store last week to share...
By: Jamie Bernal IIIJamie@seymourherald.comThe Open Hands Thrift Shop, a new addition to Chapman Highway, is now open and on a mission to give customers good deals on merchandise and help community members.Nancy Nuccio opened Open Hands two...
By Ben Lawsonben@seymourherald.comWhen they made the decision to relocate their restaurant from Maryville to Seymour, John and Kristie Parton’s main goal was to be closer to home. If their opening weekend was any indication, it was...
By Ben Lawsonben@seymourherald.comGatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are known for showcasing a wide range of local artists and craftsmen. But now, the Seymour Warehouse Mall is poised to bring their talents closer to home.The idea originated...
Carol Wurschmidt Seymour’s Farmers’ Market is getting bigger and better. Vendors are primarily local, but come from outlying areas as well. Booths offer a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, eggs, and herbs...
By Ben Lawsonben@seymourherald.comJust in time for boiling temperatures, the Coffee Shop once located on Boyd’s Creek has opened at their new location on Chapman Highway – and added ice cream to their menu.The Coffee and Ice Cream...
The Seymour Business Association will hold its second annual Seymour/Chapman Hwy. Sidewalk Sale this weekend. The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 11 at participating businesses along Chapman Hwy. from the Knox County/Sevier County...
By Ben Lawsonben@seymourherald.comWith winter long gone and the summer season here, businesses in the area are looking forward to a better year than last. And there are signs they may be right.David Weir with the Sevier County Economic...
The Seymour Farmer’s Market has officially begun its 2011 season. The market will be held from 7 to 11 a.m. every Saturday through mid-October at the First Baptist Church on Chapman Hwy. This year the market has made some additions, such...
The second annual Seymour Business Association Seymour/Chapman Hwy. Sidewalk Sale is planned for next month.The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 11 on Chapman Hwy. from the Knox County/Sevier County line (Russell Drive) to N. Roger...
It’s a new year and its time to see what the real estate market in Sevier County is up to.The most popular searches this week were in the Gatlinburg area with cabins being on the top of the list. Searches for land are up which is good...
Knoxville apparently is one of the few bright spots in the lagging U.S. real estate market. According to a Wall Street Journal report which was also reported in the Greater Knoxville Business Journal. They say Knoxville has the fourth best...
The Seymour Business Association is currently accepting charter membership applications until July 9. The active organization meets twice a month, the second and fourth Monday, at Connie’s...
Former University of Tennessee running back Jabari Davis will lead The Episcopal School of Knoxville Saints football team into its second season of play this fall. Davis, a celebrated UT tailback...
