Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Claiborne Economic Partnership Claiborne Economic Partnership ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [LOVE MAKES A HOME: THE LIFE OF REBECCA BOONE](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/04/love-makes-a-home-the-life-of-rebecca-boone/) - Love Makes a Home: The Life of Rebecca Boone, featured at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park at 8 pm Saturday, June 9. This play was written by Kiesa Kay. Rebecca Boone, wife of frontiersman Daniel Boone, gave birth to ten children and moved more than twenty times. In this play, she talks about her adventures. The play features - [Cumberland Gap National Historical Park’s 2018 Programs to Illuminate “A Legendary Land"](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/02/cumberland-gap-national-historical-parks-2018-programs-to-illuminate-a-legendary-land/) - Retired Tennessee State Forester Steve Roark Presents Program Series Kick Off on February 10 On Saturday, February 10, Retired Tennessee State Forester Steve Roark will present “For the Love of the Landscape,” the prelude for Cumberland Gap NationalHistorical Park’s 2018 program series “TheCumberland Gap – A Legendary Land.” With his unique storytelling ability, Roark will - [Cumberland Gap National Park](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/01/cumberland-gap-national-park/) - As 2017 ended, Cumberland Gap National Historical Park received a very special award, “Keeper of the Light Award.” The award was presented to park staff for the April 2016 “An American Memoir: From the Hearts of Our Ancestors….Into the Hands of Our Children.” Over 10,000 attended events associated with this signature National Park Service Centennial - [Claiborne County Parks and Recreations Survey](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/10/claiborne-county-parks-and-recreations-survey/) - Claiborne County is developing a long-range plan for Parks & Recreation and we need your help. Your input is critical in helping us meet the needs of our growing community. Please take a few moments of your time to provide us with your opinions on recreation programs and facilities in Claiborne County. You should be 18 years of - [New Members](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/08/new-members/) - We want to say a big WELCOME to our new members and some updated members! El Gallo Mexican Restaurant - [Yoakum Hall of Fame](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/08/yoakum-hall-of-fame/) - Claiborne County’s Eleanor Yoakum has been named to the East Tennessee Business Hall of Fame. She received the honor during the 29th Annual Award Dinner at the Downtown Marriott in Knoxville. The Junior Achievement East Tennessee Business Hall of Fame is a “who’s who” of local business leadership and honors the professional accomplishments of visionary - [Car Show](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/08/car-show/) - Springdale Volunteer Fire Department The Springdale Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual Car, Truck, Tractor and Motorcycle Show Aug. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The show will be held at Springdale Elementary School on U.S. Hwy. 25E South, just south of Tazewell. Admission to the public is free. There is a $15 - [Small Town Business Marketing Ideas](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/08/small-town-business-marketing-ideas/) - Marketing is not a one-size fits all process – small town business marketing ideas differ from marketing ideas that work in a city. In order to be successful, you must cater your marketing toward your target customer audience and reach them appropriately. Small town market demographics Who are your customers? Where do they spend their - [Leadership Claiborne](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/07/leadership-claiborne/) - Leadership Claiborne applications are available now!! The Leadership Claiborne class was started in 1998 with these goals!! Improve Leadership in the community Promote community involvement Help emerging leaders Create projects that help the community Each leadership class focuses on a specific project through out their term. These projects have included: Claiborne County Website, Youth Leadership - [2017-2018 Claiborne County School Calendar](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/07/2017-2018-claiborne-county-school-calendar/) - Aug . 1 In-service Aug. 2 Teacher Work Day Aug. 3 Abbreviated Day 11:15 dismissal Registration for students; In-service ½ day Aug. 4 Student’s First Full Day Sept. 4 Labor Day Holiday / No School Oct. 13 In-service/ Tech Day / No Students Oct 16-20 Fall Break Holiday Nov. 22-24 Thanksgiving Holiday Dec. 19 Abbreviated - [The growing shopping trend](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/07/the-growing-shopping-trend/) - Online shopping, better known as e-Commerce, is rapidly growing everyday. Therefore, making this a very important part of the small business world. Here are 5 reasons why it is important to have an online shopping option for your customers!! Growth - Projections from eMarketer are showing rapid worldwide ecommerce growth through 2018. This year - [Shopping Local](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/shopping-local/) - 6 Reasons why we need to shop local Local businesses give back more to your community - By supporting a local business, you are also supporting your neighborhood, city, and town. These businesses have to pay sales taxes and these will go to the city and county the business is located in. Economic Impact is - [White Lightning Trail Festival Success](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/white-lightning-trail-festival-success/) - The 2017 White Lightning Trail Festival committee and the Claiborne County Tourism Commission would like to thank all those who attended the festival this year, those who participated in the Beauty Pageant, 5K Race, as a vendor, entertainer, a sponsor and of course all the hard working volunteers! We could not have done it - [Claiborne County Schools](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/claibornecountyschools/) - During the June 2017 Claiborne County School Board Meeting several schools and students were recognized for their achievements. Claiborne High School Career and Technical Education students have recently won state titles and will advance on to the National Competition. These students will not only represent Claiborne High School, but the state of Tennessee, as well. - [Claiborne County Maps](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/claiborne-county-maps/) - BRAND NEW Claiborne County Maps are now in the office!! We are so happy to announce that our new Claiborne County Maps are now available at the Claiborne Economic Partnership office!! These maps will be a great help to our community members. Many thanks to our Tourism Commission for helping in this process. Big - [TNECD Announces Asset Enhancement Grant Recipients](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/tnecd-announces-asset-enhancement-grant-recipients/) - NASHVILLE – Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development announced today that 20 communities will receive Asset Enhancement Grants. The grants assist distressed counties take steps to improve unemployment rates, per capita income, poverty rates and other economic measures. “I am excited to announce the 20 communities that have been awarded the Asset Enhancement Grants,” - [3rd Annual Gala](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/05/3rd-annual-gala/) - Table Decoration by First Century Bank - Voted 'People's Choice Best Table Decoration' Magician Joshua Lozoff with audience members, Tim Imber, left, and State Representative Jerry Sexton, right. The 3rd Annual Meeting and Gala was held on May 26, 2017, hosted by the Claiborne Economic Partnership. The event was held at - [How to start a business: Step by step guide](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/05/how-to-start-a-business-step-by-step-guide/) - Have you been debating starting your own business? Check out this link below for a step by step guide on how to get started and to make your dream a reality! http://www.businessnewsdaily.com/4686-how-to-start-a-business.html - [Successful 2017 Powell River Regatta](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/05/1073/) - 2017 Regatta The 2017 Powell River Regatta was once again a HUGE success. There was 73 boats swiftly floating our beautiful Powell River and all finished with huge smiling faces! There was an amazing turn out of 62 volunteers who were all eager and willing to help. Thank you to our local emergency personnel and - [6 Social Media Tips for Small Business Owners](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/03/6-social-media-tips-for-small-business-owners/) - Don't try to master every social media platform at once. There are way too many social media channels to be an expert at all of them. Find 1-2 that you enjoy and become great at them! I would recommend starting with Facebook and Instagram. Live by this rule: 50/30/20 50% of your posts should be fun - [Claiborne County Animal Shelter Rededicated](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/02/claiborne-county-animal-shelter-rededicated/) - The Claiborne County Animal Shelter will now be known as the Glenn W. and Ann Shumate Bowling Animal Shelter. The shelter was previously dedicated to Ann's late husband and Satuarday that changed when the dedication was made to honor both of them. Ann has spent many years devoting herself to the shelter and its past - [DTR Name Change](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/02/dtr-name-change/) - Effective as of March 1, 2017, DTR will change their name to SumiRiko Tennessee, INC. They will also be referred to as SRK for the abbreviation. There is not a change in the Company's ownership , management or any of their daily operations. - [Claiborne County Tourism Video](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/02/claiborne-county-tourism-video/) - With the history and heritage we have here in Claiborne County, it is simply too beautiful to not share! We shot a video back in the fall to raise awareness of our little community and hopeful bring in more tourist and visitors!! We are so proud of our county and hope with our video others will - [Brooke O’Dell of CEP Completes First Year at Institute for Organization Management](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/07/brooke-odell-of-cep-completes-first-year-at-institute-for-organization-management/) - A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation WASHINGTON, D.C. — Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is pleased to announce that Brooke O’Dell, CEO, of the Claiborne Economic Partnership, has recently completed her first year at Institute for Organization Management, a - [Claiborne County General Election](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/07/claiborne-county-general-election/) - Claiborne County will hold a county general election and a state primary election on August 4, 2016. Early voting begins on July 15th, 2016. Offices to be elected in the Claiborne County General Election are: ASSESSOR OF PROPERTY SUPERINTENDENT OF ROADS SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER 1ST DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER 4TH DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER 7TH - [First Century Bank Grand Re-Opening](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/07/first-century-bank-grand-re-opening/) - First Century Bank will be hosting a Grand Re-Opening of their New Tazewell office in celebration of their renovations being completed. The festivities will span from July 11th to July 15th including daily door prizes and a grand prize drawing. You do not have to be a First Century Bank customer to enter the drawings, - [Portion of 25-E to be named ‘Eleanor Yoakum Highway’](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/portion-of-25-e-to-be-named-eleanor-yoakum-highway/) - Several officials gathered together Saturday June 11th naming a portion of U.S. Hwy. 25E in honor of Claiborne County's Eleanor Yoakum. Attendees included Sexton, Niceley, former Commissioner of Transportation Bruce Saltsman, Gov. Don Sundquist, comptroller of the treasury Justin Wilson, Speaker of the House of Representatives Beth Harwell, Congressman Jimmy Duncan and chairman of the - [2016-2017 Claiborne County School Calendar](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/2016-2017-claiborne-county-school-calendar/) - Aug . 1 In-service Aug. 2 Teacher Work Day Aug. 3 Abbreviated Day 11:15 dismissal Registration for students; In-service ½ day Aug. 4 State Election Day / No School Aug. 5 Students’ First Full Day Sept. 5 Labor Day Holiday / No School Oct. 14 In-service / No Students Oct. 17-21 Fall Break Holiday Nov. - [Cumberland Gap High Football Schedule](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/cumberland-gap-high-football-schedule/) - Date Time Opponent Fri Aug. 26 7:30 PM Hancock-County Fri Sep. 2 7:30 PM Gatlinburg-Pittman Fri Sep. 9. 7:30 PM Claiborne Fri Sep. 16 7:30 PM North Greene Fri Sep. 23 7:30 PM Pineville (KY) Fri Sep. 30 7:30 PM Sullivan North Fri Oct. 7 7:30 PM South Greene Fri Oct. 14 7:30 PM Cosby - [Claiborne High School Football Schedule](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/claiborne-high-school-football-schedule/) - Date Time Opponent Fri Aug. 26 7:30 PM Union County Fri Sep. 2 7:30 PM Chuckey-Doak Fri Sep. 9. 7:30 PM Cumblerand Gap Fri Sep. 16 7:30 PM Northview Academy Fri Sep. 23 7:30 PM Grainger Fri Sep. 30 7:30 PM Johnson County Fri Oct. 7 7:30 PM Elizabethton Fri Oct. 14 7:30 PM Unicoi - [Leadership Claiborne Holds Graduation at Woodlake Country Club](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/leadership-claiborne-holds-graduation-at-woodlake-country-club/) - The 2016 graduating class of Leadership Claiborne celebrated its completion on May 24th at Woodlake Lodge, Golf and Country Club. The Leadership Claiborne program began in 1998 to satisfy Three Star requirements for the county and is a program that falls under the Claiborne Economic Partnership. Over the past year, the class has learned about - [White Lightning Trail Festival Pageant](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/06/white-lightning-trail-festival-pageant/) - The White Lightning Trail Festival Pageant was held on June 3, 2016. The pageant was held at the LMU Convention Center in Cumberland Gap, TN. Eleven girls competed in various age categories for the bragging rights of being named 2016 Miss WLTF! The girls were dressed in formal wear and were judged on beauty, poise, ## Pages - [Home](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/) - Welcome to the Claiborne Economic Partnership Claiborne County is located in north east Tennessee along the border of Kentucky and Virginia and is comprised of four breathtaking cities: New Tazewell, Tazewell, Harrogate and Cumberland Gap. We are privileged to have part of the Cumberland Gap National Historical Park located in our county, along with a - [Campgrounds & Marinas](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/visitclaibornecountytn/campgrounds-marinas/) - CAMPGROUNDS & MARINAS Bunch Hollow Campground & Resort 1651 Bunch Hollow Road New Tazewell, TN 37825 Phone 1: (865) 556-2442 Phone 2: (865) 919-2427 http://www.bunchhollow.com Cedar Grove Marina & Campground 255 Dock Lane New Tazewell, TN 37825 Phone: (865) 278-3131 http://www.cedargrovemarina.com Mountain Pass Campground Rick Burnette 575 Benfield Lane Harrogate, TN 37752 Phone: (865) - [Chamber of Commerce Dinner & Gala](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/annual-meeting-gala-awards/) - Date TBD Photo Gallery - [White Lightning Trail Festival](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/wltf/) - White Lightning Trail Festival - September 19, 2026 Cumberland Gap, Tenn. ∙ Free Admission One of the area's largest summer events, the White Lightning Trail Festival, features a variety of family-friendly activities that celebrate the history of East Tennessee and Appalachian culture. The festival will feature dozens of art, craft, food, and specialty vendor booths - [The Regatta](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/the-regatta/) - Powell River Kayak & Canoe Regatta April 26,2025 Annual Powell River Kayak & Canoe Regatta, a 12 mile race will begin at the Well Being Center and ending at Riverside (Kayak) Rentals in Claiborne County, Tennessee. Register Now View Regatta Race Map - [A Claiborne County Christmas](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/claiborne-county-christmas/) - Vendor Application Lighted Tractor Parade Entry Form - [Christmas Vendors](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/christmas-fest-vendor-agreement/) - VENDOR AGREEMENT for “A Claiborne County Christmas” Operation Terms: 1. Vendor must be set up by 2:00 PM on Saturday November 15, 2025. 2. Clean your own area as per inspection by management. Throw all garbage and debris into designated container. 3. Restrict all activities and advertising matter to the 10×10 space assigned to you. - [Annual Events](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/annual-events/) - April Powell River Kayak and Canoe Regatta - A 12 mile canoe/kayak/paddle board race on the scenic, Class 1 Powell River in Claiborne County, TN. Mountain Fiesta - This event is a celebration of the richness and uniqueness of Latin America, set in the heart of Cumberland Gap. This is an opportunity to experience and - [Available Commercial Property](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/ecd/available-sites/) - Available Commercial Property Address: 301 South Broad St New Tazewell, TN 37825 For Lease Description: HWY Frontage Contact Information: Macey Barnes 423-259-1133 Address: North Broad St New Tazewell, TN 37825 For Lease Description: HWY Frontage Approx. (0.57 acres) Contact Information: Macey Barnes 423-259-1133 Address: Main Street For Lease Description: 2 Separate Lots (0.74 & - [Board of Directors](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/about/board-of-directors/) - Board of Directors – Chamber of Commerce Officers Karyn Clark (CEO) Claiborne Economic Partnership (chamberceo@claibornepartnership.com) Daniel England (Past President) Daniel England Motors (Daniel.england780@gmail.com) Monica Mountain (President) Republican Chairwoman (monicamountain74@gmail.com) Directors Jennifer Pace Brad Coppock General Manager, P.V.E.C bcoppock@pve.coop Danny Satterfield Director of CTE for Claiborne County Schools daniel.satterfield@claibornecsd.org Anora Collingsworth Lead Cost Analyst/Gile Enterprises anora.collingsworth@gilesindustries.com - [Staff](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/about/staff/) - Staff Karyn Clark CEO Phone Number: 423-626-4149 Email Address: chamberceo@claibornepartnership.com I joined the Partnership in 2018. I am the president of Leadership Claiborne Board of Directors, and I serve on the Board of Directors for the Boys & Girls Club, Leadership East Tennessee and I'm a member of the LMU Advisory Board. How long have - [Relocating to Claiborne County](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/ecd/relocating-to-claiborne-county/) - Relocating to Claiborne County What sets the Claiborne County region apart as a great place to live and raise a family? Is it our outstanding quality of life, our famous Southern hospitality, our abundant leisure activities, our temperate climate, or our affordable cost of living? Whatever your reasons for considering a move to East Tennessee, - [Change Claiborne](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/change-claiborne/) - Claiborne County is Working to Become a Healthier Tennessee Community\ NASHVILLE – The Governor’s Foundation for Health and Wellness today announced Claiborne County has been named a candidate for official designation as a Healthier Tennessee Community. Healthier Tennessee Communities are those that encourage and enable more physical activity, healthy eating and tobacco abstinence at - [Claiborne County Tourism Commission](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/visitclaibornecountytn/2016-claiborne-county-tourism-commission/) - Claiborne County Tourism Commission Ron Lambert, President, (Land Protection Manager for The Nature Conservancy)Karyn Clark, Treasurer & Secretary, CEO Claiborne Economic Partnership Angie Estes, Assistant Tourism Director Commission Board Members Don Oakley Ronald Lambert Kim Bolton Josh Bunden Jaimee Sweet Blake Hopper John Ravnum/Teresa Fuson Ex-Officio Monica Mountain, Chamber Board President Mayor Joe Brooks, - [Membership Investment Tiers](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/membership/membership-investment-tiers/) - Take a look at our membership levels and choosewhich benefits are the best fit for you and your business! [table id=3 /] Details of Membership Benefits Receive Monthly NewsletterEach member will receive a Chamber Chatter Newsletter each month by email. All upcoming events and community news will be posted in the newsletter.Website Business ListingMembers will - [Lodging](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/visitclaibornecountytn/lodging/) - WHEN VISITING CLAIBORNE COUNTY, OUR CHAMBER MEMBER HOTELS ARE HAPPY TO SERVE YOU Woodlake Lodge, Golf & Country Club 330 Woodlake BlvdTazewell, TN 37879 (423) 626-6000(877) 423-4653http://www.woodlakegolf.com The Olde Mill Inn Bed & Breakfast 603 Pennlyn Avenue Cumberland Gap, TN 37724Oldemillinnbnb.com 423-869-0868 Well Being Foundation 376 Well Being CircleTazewell, TN 37879(423) 626-9000(503) - [WLTF Vendors](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/wltf-vendors/) - Claiborne County Tourism is in full swing for the fast approaching Annual White Lightning Trail festival scheduled for Saturday, September 16, 2023 starting at 10 am in historic Cumberland Gap, Tennessee. This year’s festivities are bigger than ever! Attendees will enjoy shopping, dining, live music, quilt show, and car show. Still accepting vendors!! Register Today! - [Leadership Claiborne](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/about/leadership-claiborne/) - Leadership Claiborne THE MISSION To improve the community’s leadership stock, to promote community involvement, to bring emerging leaders to the forefront and to educate area constituency on issues of importance. We also strive to develop an ongoing network of community leaders and facilitate projects that will have a positive impact on the community. THE - [Membership](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/membership/) - Our organization of nearly 200 businesses represents over 5,000 employees and provides a diverse range of services for its members. - [MicroNet Template](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/micronet-template/) - #MICRONET_CONTENT# - [Annual Meeting & Gala 2016](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/annual-meeting-gala-2016/) - Annual Meeting and Gala 2016 Awards: Best Table Award ] First Century Bank Excellence in Tourism Development (Individual) Daniel England and Don Oakley Excellence in Tourism Development (Business/Organization) - White Lightning Trail Festival Daniel England and Ember Sutton Large Business of the Year -DTR Daniel England and Sheri Frost Beautification Award - First Century Bank - [WLTF Sponsor Form](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/wltf-sponsor-form/) - [Glow Run Volunteers](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/glow-run-volunteers/) - We need YOU! Need Volunteer Hours? Just Want to Get Involved? Complete the form below to get started! - [House Pricing Examples](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/house-pricing-examples/) - Harrogate HouseHarrogate house: $259,000Lot: 0.7 acresBuilt in 2005Price/sqft: $1043 beds 3 baths2,500 sqftEstimated Yearly Taxes $1,606.00 Powell Valley HousePowell Valley House $450,000 Lot: 16 acresBuilt in 1800Price/sqft: $1283 beds 4 baths3,512 sqftEstimated Yearly Taxes $2,790.00 House in Woodlake Golf Community House in Woodlake Golf Community $285,000Lot: 1.3 acre lotBuilt in 2000Price/sqft: $814 beds, 3 baths3,498 sq ft,Estimated Yearly Taxes - [FAQs](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/about/faqs/) - FAQs What is the Chamber of Commerce?The Chamber is a nonprofit organization committed to facilitating community leadership to create economic prosperity. At the Claiborne County Chamber of Commerce, our main goal is helping to build our community through business and new development to better the lives and economy our community.What can the Chamber of Commerce do - [Tourism](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/visitclaibornecountytn/) - We offer easy access to Norris Lake and Powell River, making our county a prime spot for hunting, fishing, kayaking, canoeing and other water activities. - [Sponsorship](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/sponsorship/) - Sponsor Levels Main Event Sponsor Company name and Logo will appear on Main Stage Banner and recognition from the Main Stage. Company Name and logo on event t-shirts and program books. Presenting Sponsor Company Name and Logo will appear on the Step And Repeat and event t-shirts and the program - [Annual Dinner & Gala](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/events/2nd-annual-meeting-gala/) - Annual Dinner & Gala June 21, 2019 At the Annual Meeting & Gala, many awards are given out to celebrate and recognize businesses and business people in Claiborne County. The sponsoring members of the Chamber of Commerce are also recognized with prestigious awards. Join us for a FUN night of mingling, awesome giveaways and great food! - [Gala Table Decoration](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/gala-table-decoration/) - Annual Meeting & Gala Table Registration - [Gala Table Guidelines](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/gala-table-guidelines/) - Table Guidelines -->Centerpiece no taller than 2 feet for visibility-->Centerpiece no wider than 2 feet for usability of the table-->Table Decor only (do not decorate chairs)-->No lit candles (electronic candles allowed)-->Centerpieces will be given away-->Must provide 8 “table favors” - one for each place setting-->Set up time will be from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM - [Attractions](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/visitclaibornecountytn/attractions/) - ATTRACTIONS Arts and Entertainment Cumberland Mountain Music Show The Cumberland Mountain Music Show is a live family-friendly show held monthly in the Cumberland Gap Convention Center located near the spot where Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia come together. The show features gospel, bluegrass, and country music, along with down-home comedy. https://www.townofcumberlandgap.com/?ai1ec_event=cumberland-mountain-music-show&instance_id=1586 Museums Arts in the Gap - [County Overview](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/visitclaibornecountytn/county-overview/) - Claiborne County Tourism Commission "Our purpose is to develop and promote tourism in Claiborne County as an industry.” Claiborne County Tourism Commission continually works toward developing and implementing ideas to help the county to grow economically while maintaining the quality of life that is the primary draw for residents, businesses and visitors alike. Recent Awards - [Community Data](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/ecd/community-data/) - Community Data POPULATION County 2015 Census – 31,709 2010 Census – 32,213 2015 Census Nonwhite Population – 3.3% TAX STRUCTURE Property Tax Rate Per $100 Value - $2.48 Ratio of Assessment Residential - 25% Industrial - 40% Personal (Equipment) 30% Notes: (Inventory Tax) Raw Materials Only Sales Tax 9.25% Hotel-Motel Tax 3.00% State Sales Tax - [Board of Directors](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/ecd/board-of-directors/) - Economic & Community Development BoardBoard of Directors Rob Barger, ChairmanPresident, First Century Bankrobbarger@fcbtn.com Roger Ball (Vice-Chair)Owner, Ball Realtyrball@ballrcalty.com Elizabeth Giles, Secretary Owner, R. Giles Enterprises, Inc.utcng@yahoo.com Eugene Bundrenpaladin105@hotmail.com Hollis Bush hollis@bushline.com Danny England421N. Broad StreetOwner, Danny England Motorsdannyenglandmotors88@hotmail.com John SchneiderVaughn & Meltonjkschneider@vaughnmclton.com Eddie OverholtClaiborne-Overholt Funeral Homeeddie.overholt@yahoo.com Ken JonesPresident & Chief Operating Officer, First State Bank of the - [Member Benefits](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/membership/member-benefits/) - Member Benefits Your investment in Claiborne Economic Partnership is an investment in your business and in our community. Membership benefits include: Visibility & Recognition Member Spotlight Information & Resources Tax Credibility Professional Development, Networking and Sponsorship Visibility & Recognition Distribute your business information or a brochure in the Chamber of Commerce Office. Share your company - [Pageant Vendor Form](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/pageant-vendor-form/) - White Lightning Trail Festival Pageant Vendor Setup Fill out form and pay online below Setup time: 9:00am-10:00am Cost: $20 - [WLTF Vendor Requirements](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/wltf-vendor-requirements/) - Welcome Vendors! Saturday, June 30, 10:00am-7:00pm Cumberland Gap, TN Vendor Requirements Submission Deadline No later than June 11, 2018. Vendor selection ends when all spaces are filled. Vendors may not set up until all fees have been paid. Vendors will be selected based on “first come first serve”, quality of products, and conformity to the - [About](https://www.claibornepartnership.com/about/) - The Claiborne Partnership is the leading voice for business in Claiborne County. 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