Find out what swayed a major manufacturer to choose this hidden gem nestled near the Smoky Mountains.

Employees at Smith & Wesson’s new campus in Maryville will have unobstructed views of the Smoky Mountains, but there’s a long list of additional advantages that come with the job.

They include all the benefits of Blount County’s standout quality of life, great schools, unlimited outdoor recreation and a low cost of living in a family-friendly community.

“Blount County has the nation’s most visited national park, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in its backyard. More than 14.1 million visitors trekked into the park in 2021. It has become a year-round destination for visitors from all over the world,” says Bryan Daniels, president and CEO of the Blount Partnership.

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