Paris-Henry County Economic Development

19/08/2026

We are proud to be a part of this initiative! Congratulations to Ivyanna and thank you to Charlton & Keri Story for the nomination! Always appreciate Foundation Bank’s sponsorship of this program.

A huge congratulations to Ivyanna Walls, our outstanding Student Workforce Initiative winner! Nominated by Keri and Charlton Story, owners of Scooter’s Coffee, Ivyanna exemplifies the strong work ethic, dependability, and positive attitude that make our local youth such a vital part of the community. Her dedication highlights the incredible value young talent brings to the table every day. We encourage all local business owners to follow Scooter’s lead and invest in student workers—providing them with real-world experience builds a stronger, more vibrant workforce and strengthens the future of our entire local economy.
Thank you to Foundation Bank for partnering on this initiative!

04/08/2026

We are proud to partner with the Paris, TN-Henry County Chamber of Commerce to recognize students are tackling school and outside employment. If you know of a student who is deserving, please nominate by clicking the link in the post!

🌟 Attention Employers, Teachers, and Community Members! 🌟
The Paris-Henry County Industrial Committee and the Paris Henry County Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to celebrate hardworking high school students who are making an impact both in the classroom and on the job!

Our new Student Workforce Initiative will recognize outstanding students who are excelling in school while also contributing to our local workforce.

A winner will be chosen to receive $250 cash prize, made possible through a generous sponsorship from Foundation Bank!

👉 Nominate a deserving student today by clicking on the link below! Deadline to enter is Friday, November 14, 2026.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1snSHdr3b6zTzizo-HYggy9RCoxhumvSCDOUzLdPMCeg/edit

24/07/2026

We were proud to be a sponsor for this year’s College for Kids presented by Dyersburg State Community College! What a great experience for kids to jump in and have fun while learning!

23/06/2026

Today marked the official groundbreaking of the HWY 641 widening project! State and local officials were on hand to celebrate the impact of this project. Thank you to everyone involved in seeing this project move forward!

22/06/2026

Have you signed your kids up for this year's Dyersburg State Community College's College for Kids? There's still time! Deadline is June 30. This is a fantastic opportunity for kids to enjoy learning in the summer while also having lots of fun! This year's classes include: Confection Decorating, Arts and Crafts, Minecraft/Gaming, Medical School, STEM, and Intro to AI.

Don't miss out!! Sign up today or reach out to Dyersburg State Community College for more information!

DSCC's Department of Workforce Development will offer its annual College for Kids program at the Henry County Center from July 21-23, 2026.

10/06/2026

Work continues on the development of the Paris-Henry County Industrial Park! Special thanks to Kenny Denton with Denton Logging and Glenn Brown with Phoenix Paper for their contributions in seeing this site come to life!

23/04/2026

Commercial space available in Henry, TN. If interested, please reach out to Premier Rentals!

20/02/2026

Great night at Inman Middle School’s STEAM Night. Students were engaged at every station — learning, creating, and having fun.

Inman does an excellent job incorporating Employability Counts skills into their program, helping students build teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills that will serve them well beyond the classroom!

13/12/2025

With all the new development happening in our community, it seemed a great time to present a round of Myth Busters!

MYTH: “The City decides what businesses come here.”
FACT: Businesses choose us.

Every new shop, restaurant, or service comes from private investors and entrepreneurs who decide where to spend their own money. The City of Paris (or whichever specific community is the location for development) can support development with good infrastructure and helpful information, but the final decision always rests with the business owner.

And here’s why your support matters:
When businesses succeed in Paris-Henry County, it sends a strong message to other investors that our community is a great place to grow. Supporting ALL local businesses helps encourage even more development in the future.

Have more questions about retail development? Reach out! We would love to answer any questions or point you to the appropriate source for accurate information!

09/12/2025

We are proud to partner with Inman Middle School to recognize Students of the Month who are chosen for displaying key attributes of the Employability Counts program. Rob Goad, Executive Director, along with Dr. Jason Scarbrough, Principal, presented Inman sweatshirts and certificates to the following students:
Dominic Palmer- 8th Grade

Ella Steele- 7th Grade

Jayda McGuire- 6th Grade

Congratulations to these students and thank you to Inman for their commitment to shaping the next generation of workforce!