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Renovation Loans

Clinch-Powell RC&D has teamed up with the Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide low-interest repair loans to modest-income families in the Enterprise Community Area. These loans are set at 3% interest and can be used to renovate unsafe and unsanitary housing conditions. Contact Chris at 865-828-5927 for more information.


posted by Chris Osborn on 7/17/2008 08:41:00 AM
 

Clinch-Powell Receives HOME grant


Clinch-Powell RC&D was awarded a $488,000 HOME grant through THDA to build five homes in Claiborne and Grainger County. These grant funds will be used with Clinch-Powell's Self-help Opportunities Program (SHOP) grant and private funds to provide low-income families with affordable homes. Interested families should contact Chris Osborn at 865-828-5927.




Clinch-Powell RC&D would like to give a big thanks to the Housing Assistance Council and the Tennessee Housing Development Agency for their support of affordable housing in our area.



Clinch-Powell RC&D is an EEO/FA organization


posted by Chris Osborn on 7/17/2008 08:30:00 AM
 

July luncheon at the Bryan house

Join us at the Bryan House on July 22 at 11:30 for a summer lunch. We will be serving grilled crusted pork steak and roasted potato spears with salad, dessert and hospitality. RSVP by July 18, seating is limited. We ask for a minimum donation of $15 per person.


Menu




  • Tomato Basil Salad
  • Grilled Crusted Pork Steak
  • Roasted Potato Spears
  • Sugar Snap Peas
  • Yeast Rolls
  • Grilled Peaches With Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
  • Iced Tea Coffee or Hot Tea



posted by Chris Osborn on 7/16/2008 03:01:00 PM
 

Earth Day at Kyles Ford

The RC&D invites you to attend their Earthday event, marking the opening of the Clinch River Conservation Center and Retreat on April 22nd in Kyle's Ford, Tennessee. For details on the event, download our earthday pdf.

posted by Chris Osborn on 4/01/2008 03:39:00 PM
 

Article on Kyle's Ford in Knoxville News Sentinel

On Sunday, March 16th, the Knoxville News Sentinel ran an article on the front page of the life section about our Kyle's Ford restoration projects.

You can read the article here

posted by Chris Osborn on 3/19/2008 12:21:00 PM
 

Board Training - Rogersville

Here is the powerpoint to Lindy's Board training in Rogersville.
Board Training.ppt

posted by Chris Osborn on 1/29/2008 12:29:00 PM
 

Homebuyer Education News

Homebuyer Education Training Schedule January 2008



January 8, 2008 5:30 - 9:30 Rutledge, TN First Half of 8 Hour Training



January 10, 2008 5:30 - 9:30 Rutledge, TN Second Half of 8 Hour Training



January 26, 2008 9:00 - 5:00 Rutledge, TN Full Day 8 Hour Training


Pre-Registration is required
Call Stephanie Wesson or Chris Osborn @ (865) 828-5927 or (800) 814-6355

posted by Stephanie Wesson on 12/27/2007 01:13:00 PM
 

Tazewell Self-Help House Program

The RC&D is proud to announce the beginning of our Tazewell Self-Help housing program. The program will allow five families to save tens of thousands of dollars on a new home by helping to build it themselves. The program is open to any family meeting the income requirements- no construction experience is required or needed!

There will be a informational meeting on January 8th at 6:00 at the Claiborne Chamber of Commerce.

Or gain more information about the program at www.clinchpowell.net/hometeam/selfhelp.htm

posted by Chris Osborn on 12/05/2007 04:41:00 PM
 

December Homebuyer Education Classes

Clinch Powell RC& D will be offering Homebuyer Education Classes at the following locations & dates:

Hancock County
Clinch River Community Project Office
Dec 11, 2007 5:30 - 9:30
Dec 13, 2007 5:30 - 9:30

Hawkins County
US Bank - Main Street Location
Dec 15, 2007 9:00 - 5:00

Pre-Registration is required.
Call Stephanie or Chris @ 865-828-5927 or 800-814-6355

posted by Stephanie Wesson on 12/04/2007 04:35:00 PM
 

Cabin Rentals available at River Place on the Clinch

River Place on the Clinch is proud to announce that our rental cabins are now available. Come find serenity in the quiet, natural surroundings of Kyles Ford, TN!

For directions, rates or other information visit our website or call 423-733-4400.


posted by Chris Osborn on 11/08/2007 12:42:00 PM
 

Nebraska Training Presentation

Attached is the powerpoint that Lindy used for the Nebraska Association of RC&D Councils training.


Nebraska Presentation

posted by Chris Osborn on 10/03/2007 09:43:00 AM
 

Congressional Visits

The RC&D was fortunate to have recently receive two congressional visitors. Dave Davis, the U.S. Congressman from the Upper East Tennessee area visited our Kyle's Ford Properties on the 29th of August. The Congressman had the opportunity to learn about the RC&D and its many programs.

On September 13th, the RC&D hosted an events for Tennessee Senator Bob Corker. The event, held at the Bryan House in Rutledge, provided an opportunity for the Senator to talk to the public on an array of local and national issues.

Thank you to the Senator and Congressman for visiting and learning about the RC&D!

posted by Chris Osborn on 10/01/2007 11:21:00 AM
 

River Place on the Clinch opens for Business

Clinch-Powell RC&D is proud to announce the opening of River Place on the Clinch, our newest foray into sustainable, heritage-based tourism! River Place on the Clinch is a market and cafe in Kyles Ford, TN. The store is currently open from 8am to 8pm Mon-Sat.

Beginning in October, we will have rental cabins available in Kyles Ford as well. Come find serenity in the quiet, natural surroundings of Kyles Ford, TN!

For directions or information call 423-733-4400.


posted by Chris Osborn on 9/19/2007 11:13:00 AM
 

Foreclosure Prevention Workshop

Clinch-Powell RC&D will be hosting a free workshop on avoiding foreclosure on Thursday, September 20th, 2007. The workshop will be via videoconference, held at USBank in Rogersville, Hancock County Library and the Bryan House in Rutledge. The workshop will begin at 5:30pm.

Anyone concerned about losing a home or interested in understanding the foreclosure process is encouraged to attend. Reservations are requested, but not required. Call 800-814-6355 for more information or to reserve a seat.

posted by Chris Osborn on 8/29/2007 11:51:00 AM
 

Clinch-Powell RC&D is calling all artists!

Heart of the Mountains Appalachian Heritage Craft Enterprise, the Clinch-Powell Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Appalachian Quilt Trail, the Official Quilt Trail of Tennessee, are seeking submissions from craft artists in East Tennessee who want to submit craft prototypes with a quilt theme that can be purchased by the Heart of the Mountains Appalachian Heritage Craft Enterprise for production.

The prototypes can be any medium but should be of a high quality and made by the artist –no kits or pieces made from purchased components. The prototypes should have a quilt theme such a quilt pattern design on the craft or be an actual quilt block design made in the various materials. The prototype should be a product that is reproducible and is made of materials that are readily accessible. The products submitted will go through a jury process for selection and purchase.

We are also interested in reviewing quilt themed crafts that you can produce in quantity and sell wholesale to Heart of the Mountains. These will also go through the jury process.

If you are interested, please download the Jury Information for Prototypes form, or call Candy Barbee at 865-828-5927 or email her at candy@clinchpowell.org. We will then send you information on how to submit your product. The deadline for submission is September 14, 2007.

posted by Chris Osborn on 8/28/2007 09:09:00 AM

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