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16 GiddyUp, ECOnOmyAgriculture continues to be vital

20 WOrLd, mEET diCksOn COUnTyInternational companies find county good for business

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AGRICULTURE CONTINUES TO BE A VITAL COMMODITY

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Cotton and wheat are still grown here, and so is dark fire tobacco. Beef cattle and hogs are still

raised on many farms.Agriculture remains a vital part

of the economy in Dickson County, even though the industry has changed quite a bit in recent years.

“For example, the county is still home to lots of beef cattle, but the numbers have decreased a bit ever since a drought of three years ago,” says Mike Henry, agency manager with Tennessee Farmers Mutual Insurance Company and a lifelong

farmer. “Plus farmers don’t try to raise the biggest, heaviest beef cattle anymore. The goal these days is to raise quality beef that the consumer is demanding.”

Henry says people can still make a decent living at farming but it requires some degree of specialization.

“We really don’t see one farmer anymore raising multiple items for profit, like hogs, tobacco, cattle and row crops,” he says. “Even with beef cattle and hogs, many are picking one where they have the most expertise. A lot of people are now

producing fruits such as blueberries, and we’re down to only one dairy farm in Dickson County – Daniel’s Dairy. But we do still have 17 century farms that have been in the same families for more than 100 years.”

Farm of the YearTidwell Farm in Dickson County

was established in 1944 and today is run by brothers Farris, Billy and Randy Tidwell. Two other brothers, James and Wilson, own part of the farm but are not involved in the day-to-day operations.

“My parents originally bought the property, and we have 185 acres

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Welcome to Dickson CountyAn intrOductiOn tO the AreA’s peOpLe, pLAces And events

A helping handsupport isn’t hard to find in Dickson County. Places such as the Child Advocacy Center exist

to ensure help is available to those who need it. Located in Charlotte, the Child Advocacy Center

is a place for child victims or alleged victims of abuse to receive support. The center works with police

and child-protection workers to talk to and help children in these circumstances. The goals of the center

are to increase children’s safety, help children and their families recover from trauma, prosecute perpetrators

and educate the community on ways to decrease violence against children.

Almanac

A night With the stars

Movie night is on in

Dickson County. Thanks

to the wide selection and

superior quality of the Roxy

Movie Theater, residents can

indulge in a weekend staple

and spend a night with the

hollywood stars. The theater

features a superior sound

system, plasma screens and

comfortable seating with

plenty of legroom to make

a night at the movies as

enjoyable as possible.

now that 3-D movies are

dominating the box office,

the Roxy Theater has made

the effort to stay on top

of the trend and offers

3-D screenings with

its new state-of-the-art

MAsTeRIMAGe system.


Fresh Off the FarmCrowds flock to Dickson County for local farmers’

freshest fare. The Dickson County Farmers Market

showcases the best local food Dickson has to

offer, from homegrown fruits and vegetables

to eggs and other fresh finds. so come out

and eat, drink and be merry, all while

supporting your local farmers.

The market is held on

Friday from 8 a.m.-noon,

then from 2 p.m.-6 p.m.;

and on Wednesday

and saturday from

8 a.m.-2 p.m. on

Cowan Road.

Gotta have FaithWhen summer’s in full swing, it’s time for kids to settle

into camp. Luckily, the Dickson County area offers several

church-based summer camps to keep kids happy. Camp

Garner Creek is an ideal atmosphere for a fun summer,

complete with a swimming pool, basketball and volleyball

courts, a climbing tower and a zip line. Camp hickory hills

offers campers a week of activities, fun, fellowship and

worship. Other camps in the area include hillmont

Christian Camp and Retreat and Camp Leatherwood.

saddle upA southern spectacle comes to life during

dickson county stampede days. in true rodeo tradition, the show features classic events including bareback bronc riding, steer wrestling, bull riding, team roping and barrel racing. the event is held the third weekend in June every year, and both nights feature a full rodeo performance with different contestants. Local entries are welcome. get there early for the pre-show, with roping, rodeo clowns and autographs to get the crowd ready for the real rodeo action.

Community FeelTucked in Dickson County’s corner is the small Cumberland

Furnace community. The community’s long history as an iron

producer dates back to 1793, when Gen. James Robertson

and William sheppard opened the first iron plantation village

on the site’s 640 acres. Perhaps Cumberland Furnace’s

greatest claim to fame is the cannonballs it supplied to

Gen. Andrew Jackson in the War of 1812. Throughout the

years, the community has seen many changes, with iron

production shut down and then later briefly reopened

during World War II. It was officially placed on the

national Register of historic Places in september 1988.

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oldest courthouse

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club opened in 1998

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center offers a year-

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pOpULaTiOn (2009)Dickson County: 48,230

Dickson: 14,019, White Bluff: 2,534

Charlotte: 1,166, Burns: 1,462

vanleer: 330, slayden: 213

LOCaTiOnDickson County is in Middle Tennessee,

30 miles west of nashville and

30 miles south of Clarksville.

bEGinninGsDickson County was formally

established in 1803 and named

for Dr. William Dickson, a nashville

physician who served as Tennessee

speaker of the house of Representatives

(1799-1801) and then as a u.s.

Congressman (1801-1807).

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history hotelThe hotel halbrook isn’t acting its

age. It was built in 1913, yet is as vibrant

today as it was during its heyday.

The long-standing downtown Dickson

landmark was transformed into the

Clement Railroad hotel Museum, which

now occupies the entire two-story

building. The state of Tennessee owns

the stately old brick hotel, whose lone

tenant is the the nonprofit museum.

When visitors first enter the building,

they immediately walk into a hotel

lobby that looks as it would have

in the 1920s and 1930s. Besides

the eye-catching lobby, the museum

has several elaborate exhibits on the

second floor. It is kid-friendly, with an

extensive model railroad setup on-site.

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if you’re looking for a home offering the best of the city and the country, you’ve come to the right place. Dickson County attracts people longing for the warmth of a rural community with the

conveniences and excitement of big-city life just a 30-minute jaunt down Interstate 40 to Nashville.

The county’s abundance of affordable living options is also a draw, ranging from rural farms and historic neighborhoods to subdivisions and downtown condos. Outdoor enthusiasts love Montgomery Bell State Park and the county’s three 18-hole golf courses, while retirees appreciate the excellent health care provided by Horizon Medical Center and Tri-Star Health System’s Sarah Cannon Cancer Treatment Center.

Young families enjoy Dickson County’s unbeatable quality of life, with a community calendar full of events, fantastic schools, inviting neighborhoods and fun tourism destinations.

dicksonDickson is Dickson County’s largest community,

with a population of slightly more than 19,000. Single-family homes are popular in Dickson, and booming neighborhoods include Cherry Springs Estates, Woodside Estates, StoneBrook and Rock Church Estates.

Dickson is known for its historic Main Street, where you’ll find coffee shops, gift stores, antiques, furniture, books and one-of-a-kind restaurants. You can even find apartments and condominiums within walking distance of downtown.

One of Dickson’s most impressive attractions is The Renaissance Center, a cutting-edge educational facility that opened in 1999 and offers laser light shows in its CyberSphere Theater, art workshops, dinner theater and music classes.

Since 1959, Dickson has hosted Dickson County Old Timers Day, a festival in May that features free musical entertainment, a parade, living history demonstrations, the annual Ms. Old Timers Pageant, crafts and food vendors, and antique car and tractor displays. Dickson also hosts the Middle Tennessee Fiber Festival at the Dickson County Fairgrounds over Memorial Day weekend.

White bluffThe town of White Bluff has a small population

of about 2,900, but don’t let its size fool you. The community has a lot going for it, including an eatery called Carl’s Perfect Pig Bar-B-Que that was voted among the top 10 barbecue restaurants

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in the country by The Wall Street Journal.“White Bluff offers a variety of living options, from

single-family homes on large wooded lots to several nicely designed subdivisions to historic neighborhoods within walking distance of downtown,” says Jeff Martin, projects administrator for the Town of White Bluff. “My family has lived in Dickson County since the early 1800s and in White Bluff since the 1860s. Although vibrant and growing, White Bluff still retains its small-town atmosphere and sense of community, but offers proximity to Dickson and Nashville.”

White Bluff ’s community calendar includes an Apple Butter Festival, Main Street Festival and Grillin-N-Greens Festival, all in October. There is also a Bluff Stock Music Festival in June, and residents can hear live music nightly at Church Street Commons Coffeehouse and weekly at the White Bluff Community Center.

Kids love White Bluff ’s Field of Dreams playground located just behind the community center on U.S. Highway 70.

CharlotteThe county seat of Dickson County, Charlotte has a

population of about 1,600. Charlotte citizens are proud to have the oldest functioning courthouse in Tennessee.

“The courthouse was built circa 1812, and a tornado came through in 1830 and damaged the roof and upper floor,” says Sherry Kilgore, a Charlotte resident who is retired from the Tennessee Historical Commission. “Charlotte residents had it repaired and back up and running in only four months.”

Kilgore and her husband Ron moved to Charlotte in 1977 after Ron graduated from Vanderbilt University Law School in Nashville. He still practices law on the Charlotte square.

“We wanted a farm, and we loved the historic aspects of Dickson County,” Kilgore says. “The log section of our house is 212 years old – the deed was recorded in 1799 – and our water comes from a cave spring. We also chose this area for the quality of life. When the courthouse closes, there’s no traffic.

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You can walk on the streets. It’s quiet – I love it.”The last Saturday in August, the community

holds its annual Charlotte Festival, a fun-filled day with country and gospel music, a parade, vendors, homemade ice cream and kiddie train rides. During the Christmas season, Charlotte’s city hall holds an open house for the public and a holiday mixer for businesses on the square.

In June, Charlotte’s Promise Land Community also sponsors an annual festival.

burnsBurns is slightly larger than Charlotte,

with a population of around 1,400. Burns has a skateboard park downtown,

and plans are in the works for a new city park as well as a Bark Park for dogs and their owners. Burns citizens also enjoy its community center, where they gather for special events such as breakfast with Santa during the holiday season.

vanleer and slaydenVanleer and Slayden are Dickson County’s smallest

communities. Vanleer’s population is around 450, and Slayden’s slightly more than 200. Both are rural com munities made up of residents who work largely in Dickson, Clarksville and Nashville. Tobacco and cattle are raised on area farms, and Slayden’s community center and voting station are housed in a former schoolhouse that served first through eighth grades until 1962.

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dickson County has some serious native talent when it comes to traditional crafts like cooking,

quilting and glassmaking. And all those talented artisans will tell you that the rural atmosphere here, along with plenty to see and do when the mood strikes, keeps them both grounded and inspired.

Quilting her Way to fameTake Bernice Stokes, a third-

generation (at least) native of White Bluff, who’s created more quilts than she can count. Known as the “Dickson County Quilt Lady” in some sewing circles, she’s been featured on Tennessee Crossroads and has work hanging in the

White Bluff City Hall, Dickson County Public Library and other landmarks in the area. She wouldn’t live anywhere else.

“We have a lot to be proud of,” she says. “We’ve got Montgomery Bell State Park, and of course all the antique shops and the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum. I know when I travel I go to see the quilt and antique shops first, and I usually think that ours are better.”

Cooking to save the dayAnd then there’s Patsy Caldwell,

who spent about 25 years cooking for a well-known Nashville family. The Charlotte native, a culinary legend, has put those skills on display in a cookbook, Bless Your

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Heart: Saving the World One Covered Dish at a Time, and is now hard at work on You Be Sweet, a tribute to desserts. She, too, says her home fuels her creativity as well as providing a place to recharge her batteries.

“We like to entertain, so when we have people over I can try things out on them,” she says. “But around here I can always find something to cook. I have a lot to work with, and it’s right here at home.”

When she and her husband entertain, they like to show off the county to visitors.

“It gives me a chance to show off Charlotte’s beautiful square,” Caldwell says. “Our mayor and others have worked to make our

county seat so attractive. We’re small and contained, but we have all the good stuff.”

Through the (stained) Looking Glass

Churches, municipal buildings and private homes are just some of the local – and national – beneficiaries of David and Susan Allsbrooks’ talent. The two Dickson County natives, who have spent their 35 years of marriage on a Burns farm, bought a well-known historic home back in the 1970s to run as an antique shop. A few classes later, they ventured into the stained-glass business, an operation they now run entirely from the farm.

“We just liked it, but didn’t really have any intentions of going into a business with it,” Susan Allsbrooks says. “But people would come in to see the house, and then see what we were doing and want something, and so it was a natural progression.”

The Allsbrookses work on commission pieces that range from private-home windows that are shipped all over the country to larger pieces in churches and restaurants throughout Middle Tennessee and elsewhere. They also teach several classes a year at The Renaissance Center, so they are able to inspire, as well as draw inspiration from, their community.

Left: stained-glass door by david and susan Allsbrooks above: patsy caldwell with her cookbook, Bless Your Heart: Saving the World One Covered Dish at a Time


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cotton and wheat are still grown here, and so is dark fire tobacco. Beef cattle and hogs are still

raised on many farms.Agriculture remains a vital part

of the economy in Dickson County, even though the industry has changed quite a bit in recent years.

“For example, the county is still home to lots of beef cattle, but the numbers have decreased a bit ever since a drought of three years ago,” says Mike Henry, agency manager with Tennessee Farmers Mutual Insurance Company and a lifelong

farmer. “Plus farmers don’t try to raise the biggest, heaviest beef cattle anymore. The goal these days is to raise quality beef that the consumer is demanding.”

Henry says people can still make a decent living at farming but it requires some degree of specialization.

“We really don’t see one farmer anymore raising multiple items for profit, like hogs, tobacco, cattle and row crops,” he says. “Even with beef cattle and hogs, many are picking one where they have the most expertise. A lot of people are now

producing fruits such as blueberries, and we’re down to only one dairy farm in Dickson County – Daniel’s Dairy. But we do still have 17 century farms that have been in the same families for more than 100 years.”

farm of the yearTidwell Farm in Dickson County

was established in 1944 and today is run by brothers Farris, Billy and Randy Tidwell. Two other brothers, James and Wilson, own part of the farm but are not involved in the day-to-day operations.

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for raising 25 head of cattle along with some chickens, corn and other vegetables,” says Randy Tidwell. “We try to make a little money from the sale of cattle but aren’t in it for our livelihoods. I’m retired from the Dickson County Board of Education, and my other two brothers working the farm are retired from the railroad industry and trucking industry. We still enjoy farm life, so we keep it going.”

Tidwell Farm was named 2010 Dickson County Heritage Farm of the Year by the Dickson County Chamber of Commerce.

“My parents left us boys with a nice place where we’ve raised our families and lived our lives,” Tidwell says. “We’re proud of it and happy to still run it.”

Generation nextTo further help keep the

farming spirit alive in Dickson County, both Dickson County High School and Creek Wood High School have strong Future Farmers of America programs in place. The mission of the programs is to help interested students develop their potential for leadership, personal growth and career success through agriculture education.

“Getting students active early in agriculture means they might continue staying active in it for a longer period,” Henry says. “Agriculture is still a great career choice, especially these days with so many advancements and so many diverse and interesting careers to go into.”

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American companies have been attracted to Dickson County’s central location and

quality of life for decades, but in recent years several international companies have discovered the region’s many incentives as well.

sumiden Wire products Corp.

Sumiden Wire Products Corp. opened its Dickson County location in 1990. It is a subsidiary of Sumitomo

Electric Industries Ltd. in Japan.“There were two main reasons

Sumiden Wire chose Dickson,” says Brian Burr, general manager at Sumiden Wire Products Corp. “First, the area is centrally located to minimize distribution time to the majority of our customers. Second, the city and county officials made a big impact with their very hospitable welcome during the initial site visit.”

Sumiden Wire produces PC strand used for strengthening concrete structures in construction

applications and stainless steel wire used in products ranging from surgical staples and catheter wire to springs for military and aerospace applications.

“Dickson is a great place to do business for a number of reasons. It is close enough to a large metropolitan city for quick, efficient travel,” Burr says. “The people are accepting of other cultures. The area is safe for overseas employees and their families to reside. And Dickson County has a reasonable cost of living relative to other areas.”

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An employee inspects wire to be shipped from sumiden Wire products corp. in dickson.

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We’d be stretching the truth if we tried to tell you we weren’t pleased to have been named the best bank in Dickson. It’s always nice to be appreciated – especially by people you genuinely care about.

And since opening back in 1954, caring about our neighbors in Dickson has been the whole idea. It’s why we work so hard to make sure you can enjoy the same up-to-date banking options available in the world’s major financial centers. It’s also why we take the extra time to greet customers by name.

If by chance you don’t yet bank with us, please stop by and let us show you why Bank of Dickson is still the bank in Dickson.

615.446.3732 • www.bankofdickson.com • Member FDIC

Bridgestone APM is another Dickson company with roots in Japan. Bridgestone APM’s Dickson facility opened in 2003 and produces shock-absorbent pads and interior cushions for automakers.

bavarian polymers Usa inc.Like Sumiden Wire, Bavarian

Polymers USA Inc. chose Dickson County for its central location. The company’s German owners opened the Dickson-based company in 2006, along with a second location in Mexico for warehousing.

Bavarian Polymers manufactures vinyl window and door profiles for window and door fabricators in the United States, Mexico, Bermuda and Jamaica.

“Logistically, Dickson’s central location within the South is a one-day transit time for shipping to the majority of our customers,” says Amanda Berry, executive assistant at Bavarian Polymers USA Inc. “The vacant building [we occupy] was already structured for plastics manufacturing and included rail access, both of which were major deciding factors.”

Being close to the Nashville International Airport is another plus, and quick transit times to shipping ports help keep costs down.

“Dickson is a great small community,” Berry says. “We have found great local, long-term employees and vendors, who ultimately are responsible for our continued success.”

metriCan stamping and nemak

Canada-based MetriCan Stamping LLC built a 75,000- square-foot facility in Dickson

in 2005, divided into four manufacturing areas for metal stamping, value-added assembly, tool repair, and warehouse and shipping. Dickson is MetriCan Stamping’s only U.S. location – the company’s other sites are all in Canada and Mexico.

Mexico-based Nemak opened a Dickson facility in 1987, and

employs more than 420 people. Nemak manufactures aluminum components such as engine blocks and transmission parts for the automotive industry. The Dickson plant focuses on producing cylinder heads, and has the capacity to manufacture more than 2.6 million units per year.

metrican stamping (top) and Bridgestone Apm are two foreign-based companies that have built facilities in dickson. bottom left: A technician adjusts a machine at sumiden Wire.


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TrisTar bankBiz: Banking organizationBuzz: A $160 million banking organization, TriStar Bank was the first bank to open in the new millennium, opening one second after midnight on Jan. 1, 2000. It has grown to offer four convenient locations in Dickson County with a variety of services, including personal, business and online banking, loans and mortgages.www.tristarbank.com

habiTaT rEsTOrEBiz: Home and building materialsBuzz: With all proceeds used to build Habitat for Humanity homes in Dickson, Habitat ReStore offers new and gently used items for the home, as well as building materials. All items, which are sold at a discounted price, are donated by local individuals, businesses and organizations. The store is open from 9 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday.www.habitatnashville.org/dickson

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GOaL pOsT spOrTinG GOOdsBiz: Sporting goods storeBuzz: Locally owned and operated, Goal Post Sporting Goods offers an array of affordable items, including custom screen printing and embroidery, trophies, plaques, ribbons, uniforms and more. The store is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.(615) 446-9709

haLf mOOn bayBiz: Gift shopBuzz: Located in downtown Dickson, Half Moon Bay offers an assortment of gifts, such as soaps, lotions, jewelry and more. The shop also features kitchen items, bedding and child care essentials. The store is open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday.www.halfmoonbaydickson.com

a.L.p. LiGhTinG COmpOnEnTs inC.Biz: Manufacturing facilityBuzz: A.L.P. Lighting Components’ Dickson operation manufactures LexaLite brand products, such as LexaLite prismatic Reflexor, outdoor and indoor lenses. The facility includes injection molding machines, mold maintenance operations and more.www.alplighting.com

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chamberreportchAmBer LAunches revAmped WeBsite

The last time the Dickson

County Chamber of

Commerce launched a website

was 2003, but technology

changes so quickly the site

eventually became out of date.

now, there is a freshness to

its website.

“We decided to go with an

all-new look for 2011 with quick

links, streaming photography and

other options that are easier on

users,” says David hamilton,

chamber president. “Our revamped


site still lists information on the

chamber, tourism, economic

development, community

demographics, a calendar of

events and available commercial

land and buildings, but it’s all

done with a lot more flair.”

making Changeshamilton says one interesting

aspect of the site is that if a

chamber member has available

land or a building that might be

attractive to a company looking

to locate in Dickson County, that

information can be listed on the

website for free.

“Also, if we at the chamber

want to make any change to our

site, we can easily do that from

our office,” he says. “It used to be

we’d have to call our webmaster

to change a name or add a picture,

and we’d be charged around

$80 for each service. now,

we can do everything ourselves.”

Telling the storyThe upgraded website was

designed by David Martin, a chamber board member and owner of David Martin Creative services. Martin lives in White Bluff and has been involved with graphic design and website building for 15 years.

“After meeting with David hamilton and other chamber people, they wanted to tell the story of Dickson County as a friendly, comfortable, down-home community,” Martin says. “It also helps that I live in Dickson County and know about attractions such as Montgomery Bell state Park, downtown Dickson, scenic farmland and modern buildings. I tried to showcase Dickson County in many ways.”

2,000 hits QuicklyMartin says the new site,

launched May 2, 2011, had more

than 2,000 visitors during the

first month.

“Today, a majority of people who

decide to search-engine Dickson

County will end up on this chamber

website, which is great,” he says.

– Kevin Litwin

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bUsinEss CLimaTEThe services and manufacturing sectors are some of the largest

private-sector employers in Dickson County. The region’s labor

force is characterized by an eagerness to learn, a willingness

to work and a high level of productivity. An excellent rural road

system and a moderate climate allow employers to draw labor

from a wider geographic area.

ECOnOmiC prOfiLE

majOr EmpLOyErs

tennsco corp.

510 employees

horizon medical center

400 employees

tennessee Quality Foods

320 employees

Quebecor gravure

300 employees

interstate packaging

220 employees

TaxEs

2.75%city sales and use tax

2.75%county sales tax

7%state sales tax

9.75%total sales tax

inCOmE

$21,550per capita income

$46,226Average Annual household expenditure

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dickson municipal Airport2370 sylvia Rd.

Dickson, Tn 37055

(615) 446-5962

nashville international Airport(615) 275-1675

www.nashintl.com

About 50 miles from Dickson

WOrkfOrCE

74%White-collar Jobs

26%Blue-collar Jobs

EdUCaTiOn

21%Associate degree

7%Bachelor’s degree

5%graduate degree

ECOnOmiC rEsOUrCEs

dickson county

chamber of commerce

119 hwy. 70 e.

Dickson, Tn 37055

(615) 446-2349

www.dicksoncounty

chamber.com

tennessee department of

economic & community

development

312 Rosa Parks Ave., 11th Floor

nashville, Tn 37243

(615) 741-1888

www.tennessee.gov/ecd

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Farmland in Dickson

Photo by Antony Boshier


Holland Park in downtown Dickson

Photos by Antony Boshier

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Horses in a field near Dickson


Good restaurants serve you right

in Dickson County, with several

located in the city of Dickson as well as

another healthy handful in surrounding

communities. here are some of the

excellent dining options:

eatlikealocalLugo’s, a trendy, upscale restaurant,

serves American cuisine for lunch and

dinner. Menu items include appetizers like

plantain chips, pulled pork wontons and

stuffed quail, and entrees such as 12-ounce

pork chops, 16-ounce rib eyes, Louisiana

sausage and Carolina mountain trout.

Front Porch on Center Avenue displays

local charm at its best. Located in a

renovated, 100-year-old home, the

restaurant features three dining rooms

and fine country cooking. On the menu

are soups, salads, sandwiches, hot chicken

casserole and a blue plate special.

For a quick meal that doesn’t skimp

on flavor, head over to Cindy’s Cafe, open

for breakfast and lunch. seafood lovers

will find their dish of choice at Catfish

kitchen, where their signature menu item,

catfish, is front and center. Or if you’re

craving an All-American meal, try

Buddy’s Restaurant, serving up

some of the best burgers in town.

comehereForcomFortDutch Country kitchen in vanleer

will satisfy a comfort-food craving,

serving up country classics such as

fried chicken, mashed potatoes and

biscuits. yet another favorite is

Country view Market in Charlotte.

Farmers Family Restaurant embraces

the traditions of the local farmer, serving

farm-fresh vegetables at every meal. The

southerneatingdicksOn cOunty restAurAnts prOvide greAt-tAsting chOices

Local Flavor

bart’s bbQ

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For even more about Dickson County’s

scrumptious food scene, visit imagesdickson.com.


buffet restaurant is open for lunch

and dinner, with menu favorites

like fried chicken, meatloaf,

catfish and country fried steak.

For finger-licking good food,

try Bart’s BBQ. The restaurant

makes open-pit barbecue pork,

beef, turkey, chicken and ribs, all

cooked on-site with the freshest

ingredients. Breakfast is also

served at this barbecue joint,

and orders can be placed ahead

and conveniently picked up at

the drive-through window.

chainreactionThere are plenty familiar

favorites in Dickson as well. everything from your usual fast-food staples to finer dining chains dot the county. Places such as Logan’s Roadhouse, Ruby Tuesday and shoney’s add some variety, giving locals plenty of places to choose from, whether it be local cuisine or a well-known chain.

– Kevin Litwin and Karen Schwartzman

hungry for more?sisTErs rEsTaUranT This Dickson eatery excels

at southern cuisine, where

customers can order plates

of turkey and dressing every

Thursday evening and catfish

dinner specials on Friday.

sisters has a meat-and-three

menu with traditional southern

side items such as turnip

greens, macaroni and cheese,

white beans and corn bread.

aCE dinErDickson’s newest eatery,

which opened in May 2010,

is on Main street in a restored

historic building. The diner

is open Monday through

saturday for breakfast and

lunch, and the menu is classic

American. Breakfast includes

eggs, bacon, pancakes,

sausages and hash browns, and

lunch choices are sandwiches,

soups, salads and desserts.

CaTfish kiTChEnThe Catfish kitchen on u.s.

highway 70 east in Burns

has been a Dickson County

tradition since the early 1970s.

Just look for the giant catfish‚

complete with whiskers‚ on

the sign out front. Folks drive

many miles for the farm-raised

fresh catfish‚ but there are

many menu items, including

the unexpected like frog legs,

and on Tuesdays and

Wednesdays, quail.

Las fajiTas mExiCan rEsTaUranTFor favorite Mexican dishes

like chimichangas, burritos,

tacos and taquitos, hungry

residents need not head south

of the border, just south on

highway 46 to Las Fajitas

Mexican Restaurant in

Dickson. Open every day,

Las Fajitas has lunch specials

from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.


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T he prognosis is positive regarding health

care needs for residents of Dickson County.

Physicians and medical personnel provide

top-notch care at horizon Medical Center,

The sarah Cannon Cancer Center, Dickson

Medical Associates and hMC healthCare Dickson.

horizonmedicalcenterhorizon Medical Center continues to be a leader in

medical innovation and treatment, serving residents in

Dickson, hickman, houston, humphreys and Williamson

counties. The 157-bed hospital treats more than 30,000

annual emergency room visits and delivers 500

newborns, plus performs many special procedures.

For example, one of the surgeons at hMC is

trained to perform an innovative balloon sinuplasty

procedure, whereby the surgeon relieves a patient’s

sinus passages by running angioplasty tubes

through the gums instead of the nose. Another

surgeon does a procedure on the lower back called

an axial lift, which separates compressed vertebrae.

natchezmedicalparkhorizon Medical Center recently expanded its

technology and medicine by opening a campus known as natchez Medical Park, located on 66 acres along highway 46 near Interstate 40.

The eventual goal is to continue expanding the medical park, with the final phase of construction to include an inpatient tower. With its completion, horizon Medical Center plans to move all of its equipment and services to this new location.

Currently, the campus includes natchez Imaging

Center facility and The sarah Cannon Cancer Center.

thesarahcannoncancercenterThe sarah Cannon Cancer Center, named for

country music star Minnie Pearl whose real name

was sarah Cannon, opened in 2007 and is accredited

by the American College of surgeons. It is the

nation’s largest community-based cancer treatment

and research program, with therapies that include

radiation oncology, medical oncology, imaging and

surgery. The center also provides patients with

access to clinical trials and research through

The sarah Cannon Research Institute.”

dicksonmedicalassociatesDickson County has other top-notch medical

facilities available to the public, including Dickson

Medical Associates, which opened an 83,000-

square-foot facility along highway 46 in 2009.

The multispecialty practice provides the latest

in medical technology, with an emphasis on

patient convenience and satisfaction.

nhchealthcaredicksonnhC Dickson is a senior citizens health center

that allows residents to maintain their independence while aging with grace and dignity. The staff includes professional nurses, in-house therapists, a registered dietitian, social workers and recreation specialists. services include respiratory care, wound care, pain management and psychological care, and nhC Dickson also has rehabilitation and assisted living services. – Kevin Litwin

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Arts & Culture

dickson County is home to a variety of interesting and

entertaining cultural offerings. here are four of the standout attractions:

therenaissancecenter

This state-of-the-art

performing arts and learning

facility in Dickson has entertained

and educated Middle Tennessee

residents since 1999. The

multimillion-dollar center was

funded by The Jackson Foundation

and is staffed by adjunct

instructors and volunteers.

The center offers courses

in visual arts, music, dance,

theater and computer classes.

culturalpearlsdicksOn cOunty is hOme tO A vAriety OF Arts And entertAinment

dancers at the Wild country Jamboree, a live music and dance venue located in dickson

The Renaissance Center also

produces film documentaries, live

concerts, instructional videos as

well as the Tennessee’s Wild Side

weekly television program that

airs throughout the state on PBs.

livemusicThe hatchery building in

downtown Dickson was used for

many years to hatch baby chicks,

which were then shipped all over

the world. Today, it hosts country

music performances every

saturday night under the

title of Vance Smith’s Grand Old Hatchery Music Show.

Long-time resident and musician

vance smith starts every saturday-

night show at 7 p.m., and the

music continues until 9:30 or

a little later. smith purchased

the building in 1997, and weekly

attendance for his entertaining

show is 75-100 people.

The Grand Old hatchery has

a house band comprised of fiddle‚

banjo‚ bass and electric guitar

players along with a drummer.

Besides country music,

performances can often

include bluegrass‚ gospel

and southern rock.

Can’t get enough of country?

The Wild Country Jamboree puts

on live country music shows every

Friday and saturday. All ages are

invited to the smoke-free, alcohol-

less venue, where they can enjoy

the music, dancing, free Wi-Fi and

door prizes. Dance lessons are

offered on Thursday nights.


Tennsco steel products,

manufactured here in Dickson,

Tennessee, are distributed

throughout the United States

and are known for their quality

and durability.

Tennsco’s product line includes

shelving, storage cabinets,

media storage, lockers,

workbenches and card files.

With over 600 employees in

six plant locations, Tennsco is

proud of the role we play in

our community.

(615) 446-8000 www.tennsco.com

Hubert M. Mayes, CPA • J. Kevin Rye, CPA Wm. Michael Walters, CPA

Blankenship CPA Group, PLLC Certified Public Accountants

308 E. College St. • Dickson, TN 37055 • (615) 446-5106

Formerly Mayes & Walters, CPAs – Dickson’s Most Established CPA Firm

PROUDLY PROVIDING A FULL RANGE OF ACCOUNTING AND TAX

SERVICES TO BUSINESSES AND INDIVIDUALS FOR MORE THAN 35 YEARS

tennesseeartisanmarket

Dickson’s Renaissance Center

is home to the Tennessee Artisan

Market, a retail gallery featuring

work by more than a hundred

artisans. The gallery features art,

fine crafts and handcrafted items

by Tennessee artisans exclusively.

Artists from all over the state

display their work, giving them

a way to show and sell their work

and providing buyers with the

opportunity to support the local

artist community. The center is

open Monday through saturday,

and free artisan demonstrations

are held every first and third

Thursday of the month.

oldspencermillvisitors can step back in time

when touring Old spencer Mill,

the only structure of its type in

the state. nestled in the hills of

Burns, the mill has two sets of

French burr stones and original

equipment that’s powered by

a 20-foot-tall Fitz waterwheel.

The 1800s double stone gristmill

offers tours, camping, interpreters

and demonstrations.

The historical site on Parkers

Creek also has a 4,000-square-

foot banquet facility and catering

service perfect for church

functions, family reunions,

weddings and receptions.

– Kevin Litwin

What’sonlineDiscover more about the creative climate of Dickson County, including arts, events and cultural attractions, at imagesdickson.com.

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sports & Recreation

dickson County offers a peaceful lifestyle, with several

sites serving as ideal venues for entertainment and relaxation getaways. some of the restful and enjoyable options are as follows:

montgomeryBellstatepark

The 3,782-acre refuge is home to 12 miles of hiking trails, 20 miles of mountain biking trails and three lakes. Montgomery Bell is safe and friendly, and home to a variety of wildlife that includes deer, turkeys, eagles and squirrels. More than 1 million people flock to the park each year to camp, hike, mountain bike, fish, swim, golf, boat, picnic and simply relax. There is also a 120-room inn and conference center on-site, along with eight new environmentally friendly villas offering meeting/ convention opportunities.

acornlakeThis scenic waterway at

Montgomery Bell state Park

has swimming and a sandy beach,

and visitors can rent paddleboats,

canoes and flat-bottom boats

from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

The lake is also a hot spot for

fishing, with good catches of

bass, bluegill, crappie and catfish.

A full-service restaurant near

the park’s inn offers nice views of

Acorn Lake. The restaurant serves

buffets every day for breakfast,

lunch and dinner.

lutherlakeThe spacious 14-acre, man-

made lake along highway 70 east

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is a popular haven for fishing,

and even features a fishing pier.

Outdoor enthusiasts can also

enjoy wildlife viewing as well as

walking and running on scenic

paved trails. The City of Dickson

Parks and Recreation Department

also oversees wakeboarding and

waterskiing classes on City Lake

during the warm-weather months.

lesterspeyercommunityreccomplex

This park off highway 47 east

hosts a wide range of activities.

It is home to four adult softball

fields, lighted basketball courts

and a playground with the latest

equipment. The Lester speyer

Complex also houses the Tennsco

Community Center, a facility that

can accommodate 300 people for

dinner-style events, or 700

for theater-style functions.

golFcoursesGolfers can get into the swing

of things at three nice venues in

Dickson County. Montgomery Bell

Golf Course has been recognized

by Golf Digest as one of the Top

100 Public Courses in America

to Play, and today, the 18-hole

destination has been certified as an

Audubon Cooperative sanctuary

and also features a new golf

clubhouse. Meanwhile, Dickson

Country Club is a private 18-hole,

6,600-yard venue that has been

around since 1940, while Greystone

Golf Club is an 18-hole public

facility that features zoysia grass

and was designed by PGA

professional Mark McCumber.

– Kevin Litwin


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home to a thriving school district and various

higher education opportunities, Dickson County’s

students are well-served. Learn more about why

this education community earns high marks:

dicksoncountyschooldistrictMore than 8,500 students are enrolled in this

district that is regarded as one of the highest-

achieving in Tennessee. The district employs 1,000

people, 550 of which are teachers, and there are

14 schools: eight elementary, three middle, two high

schools and one alternative. The two high schools

are Creek Wood high and Dickson County high.

The district also offers a virtual high school, which

primarily targets students who have fallen behind

on coursework, or are on the verge of dropping out.

students can take a few courses online while attending

the remainder of their classes the traditional way.

dicksoncountyhighereducationcenter

The Dickson County higher education Center was

first established in October 2006 in a small building on

McLemore street in Dickson, with a goal of allowing

residents the chance to enroll in college-credit courses.

The center quickly became so popular that it has

relocated to a larger facility inside The Renaissance

Center. More than 300 students are now taking classes,

with the higher education Center currently operating

under an umbrella agreement between The Jackson

Foundation, Austin Peay state university and

nashville state Community College.

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education

students at tennessee technology center learn how to service hvAc equipment (above) and cosmetology skills (right).

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students taking college classes at the higher

education Center can easily transfer completed

credits toward degrees from Austin Peay and

nashville state.

tennesseetechnologycenteratdickson

The Tennessee Technology Center at Dickson

campus was established to allow students an

opportunity to receive top education in a variety

of technical fields. Programs offered at TTC include

automotive technology, business systems, computer

information technology, cosmetology, dental assistant,

heavy equipment mechanics, machine tool technology,

practical nursing and technology foundations. several

courses are offered online, and TTC also provides high-

quality training and retraining of employed workers.

neWdirectionsacademyThis alternative school serves students in grades 3-12

who are having difficulties with coursework, attendance

or behavior. The new Directions Academy mission is

to help students not only graduate from high school,

but then become fully functioning and thriving

members of society. Among the offerings at new

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COsT Of LivinG

$47,231median household income

$80,701median home price

$758median rent for a two-Bedroom Apartment

hOUsEhOLd infOrmaTiOn

age:

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27%19 and under

48%20-54

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marital status:

59%married

41%single

ethnicity:

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5%Black

2%hispanic

2%Other

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26minutesmedian travel time to Work

snapshOTDickson County is located in the north central portion of

Tennessee, and it’s a part of the eight-county nashville

Metropolitan statistical Area. Charlotte is the centrally located

county seat, although the city of Dickson is the county’s largest.

CLimaTE

88°

July high temperature

25°

January Low temperature

54”

Annual rain Fall (vs. national

Average Annual rain Fall of 37”)

TimE zOnE

Central

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101 Cowan Rd. • Dickson, TN 37055(615) 441-4188 • (615) 441-9987 fax

www.wadc.us

… About Your Water.

IT’S SAFE.

IT’S TESTED.

IT’S OUR COMMITMENT: The employees of

the Water Authority of Dickson County

are committed to clean, safe water for your family

and their own.

http://www.epa.gov/radon/

http://www.wadc.us/

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Ad Index 23 BankofDickson

37 Blankenshipcpa

c2 cityofDickson

25 Dicksoncounty Municipal airportauthority

3 DicksonelectricsysteM

45 firstBank

26 GreaterDickson Gasauthority

27 holiDayinnexpress

6 horizonMeDicalcenter

27 MiDDle tennesseeMortGaGe

43 neMak

39 tennesseestateparks

41 tennessee technoloGycenter

37 tennsco

c4 tristarBank

45 Waterauthority ofDicksoncounty

www.tristarbank.com (615) 446-7100

Member FDIC

We are OPEN for YOUR Business!

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Images Dickson County 2011-12

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