Successful communities constantly work to improve their social capacity; a process often referred to as capacity building. Capacity building leads to success in the outcomes of community development such as better infrastructure, improved social conditions and success in economic development. If a location is not successful in community development, working together planning, prioritizing, etc, then it will be much more difficult to achieve success in economic development. Community development creates better communities that will attract and grow businesses. Without a good "product" to sell it is hard to be successful in economic development.

How are we doing with our community and economic development efforts?  

Thomas Media to Hold Beauty Pageant

Thomas Media will be presenting it's first beauty pageant for girls ages zero to 21 and boys up to age four on July 29th at the Ned McWherter Cultural Arts Center, 314 East Main Street.

The event will start at 10:00 am. Entry fees range from $25.00 to $50.00. For more information you can call (731) 989.8315

Lafayette Thrift Market Moves to New Site

Lafayette Thrift Market is moving from their Main Street location to a much larger very appropriate Lafayette Street address. On Friday, July 14th plan on stopping by 226 West Lafayette and congratulate the Harris's, see the new store with a much larger inventory located in the former Bob's Upholstery building across from the Farmers Market. Refreshments will be served. It's such fun to be able to write about a success story. For more information you can call 424.9438.

Marguerite's to Present Unique Opportunity

Marguerite's is offering a unique experience at their gallery located at 124 East Baltimore Street. On Friday, July 14th, at noon you can come enjoy the gallery, eat lunch and take part in an art lesson and "Paint a Piece" opportunity.

What fun. The cost is $20.00 and includes lunch and supplies. For more information you can call 427.3006.

Gun and Knife Show to Take Place At the Fairgrounds

R. K. Shows, Inc will be bringing their Gun and Knife Show to Fairgrounds Park this Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. This will be an opportunity to see an array of items for sale with over 350 display tables. R. K. Shows, Inc is a member of the National Association of Arms Shows. For more information you can all (563) 927.8176

Rock-A-Billy to Host Saturday Event

The International Rock-A-Billy Hall of Fame, 105 North Church Street will be hosting a special "Artist of the Month" on Saturday evening, July 15th, from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. World famous Carl Mann will be performing.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear great rockabilly music and "cut a rug" too.

For more information you can call 427.6262.

Governor's Mansion to be Featured on WKNO-TV

Our own downtown firm of Hart Freeland Roberts, Inc. Architects and Engineers invites you to watch "The Tennessee Residence, Memories of the past, Visions of the Future" on Thursday, July 13, 9:00 p. m., on WKNO-TV, Memphis.

The Tennessee Governor's Residence is a home with historical importance to all Tennesseans, including the staff of Hart Freeland Roberts. Seventy-five years ago their founder, architect Russell Hart, designed the house.

It will be a unique experience to watch this highly entertaining and important documentary. Former governors, their families and staff will share their stories about life in the Executive Residence.