The three-phase program is designed for those facing economic or other hardships to start and grow businesses of their own.

Nine participants represent a diverse set of interests and opportunities.

When starting a business, it's important to prioritize the right things.

More than 300,000 have been sold in the last eight years.

An Americans for the Arts economic impact study shows that the non-profit arts and culture sector generates $146 million in total economic activity for the greater Knoxville region.

Chitosan is a sugar that comes from the outer skeleton of shellfish, including crab, lobster, and shrimp. It's currently used as medicine and in drug manufacturing, but Middaugh's research shows it has other benefits.

The National Nuclear Security Administration exercises two remaining one-year options on contract to manage the Y-12 National Security Complex.