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Which TN County Has Seen The Most Growth? (See where Maury ranks in the top 10)

Issue #075

02 May

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🗓 Monster List of Upcoming Events!

☀️ Columbia Weather - Sunny with a high of 86

📈 Which TN County Has Seen The Most Growth? (See where Maury ranks in the top 10)

🌳 Ultium Cells Plants 300 Trees at Spring Hill Facility

🚴‍♀️ Free Event Tonight: Discover Mountain Biking at Woodland Park

🏈 Football & Cheer Sign Ups Tonight!

📌 Columbia’s Best Kept Secrets: Is Your Business One of Them?

🗓 Know of Some Local Events Not Listed? Send us the Details! 

Upcoming Local Events

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Thursday, May 2nd

Friday, May 3rd

Saturday, May 4th

Sunday, May 5th

Monday, May 6th

Tuesday, May 7th

Friday, May 10th

Saturday, May 11th

Which Tennessee County Has Seen The Most Growth? (See Where Maury Ranks in the Top 10)

Tennessee has experienced a notable surge in its population recently, but what county has experienced the most significant growth? Surprisingly, it's not Davidson County, although Nashville remains a magnet for new residents.

For the eighth consecutive year, Rutherford County has claimed the title of the state's fastest-growing county, as revealed by a recent study from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Situated southeast of Nashville, Rutherford County witnessed a 1.8 percent population increase last year, adding 6,419 individuals to reach a total population exceeding 360,000. However, this growth rate was slower than the previous year's 2.7 percent, marking the first time since 2010 that the growth rate dipped below 2 percent.

While Rutherford led in numeric growth, Loudon County experienced the highest percentage increase at 4 percent, followed by Wilson County at 3.2 percent. Maury County secured the ninth position overall, adding 2,764 people between 2022 and 2023.

Remarkably, 90 out of Tennessee's 95 counties observed population growth last year, a significant rise from 72 counties in 2021. This widespread growth hasn't been seen since the mid-1990s, mirroring the period when 91 counties recorded increases, marking the peak growth in state history, according to the university's Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research.

Tennessee ranked fourth among states with the highest number of counties experiencing population increases, with Delaware leading the list, trailed by Florida and Idaho.

Furthermore, rural counties in the state witnessed a notable upswing, with a collective 1.4 percent increase, welcoming 37,416 new residents last year. Among the 78 rural counties, 74 experienced growth, with Wilson and Maury leading the trend.

However, four rural counties experienced declines, with Wayne County's drop attributed to shifting prison populations at the Turney Center Industrial Complex, while the remaining three, located in West Tennessee, have consistently seen declines.

In contrast, Shelby County, the state's largest county, continued its downward trend, losing 6,315 residents last year, a pattern that has persisted since 2012.

Ultium Cells Plants 300 Trees at Spring Hill Facility

Ultium Cells partnered with several organizations to plant 300 trees during Earth Week, creating a green border around its facility, which has been under construction for over two years.

On April 10, volunteer crews began planting 8-foot and 18-foot native shade trees on the berms surrounding the 2.8-million-square-foot building to form a natural buffer between the factory and Highway 31. Native species such as sugar maple, persimmon, blackgum, white oak, poplar, and birch were chosen to promote biodiversity in the area, contributing to a more robust ecosystem by supporting birds, insects, and other organisms. This initiative also aims to enhance the local environment and restore the surrounding landscape.

The tree planting effort extended through Earth Day, when Ultium Cells partnered with the Boys and Girls Club of South Central Tennessee to offer hands-on Earth Day educational activities. Students were taught about the significance of native trees and helped plant approximately 100 smaller trees, providing shade and greenery for future generations.

Chris Desautels, the Plant Director at Ultium Cells' Spring Hill facility, acknowledged the support from the Spring Hill, Columbia, and Maury County communities during the construction process. The tree planting event symbolizes the company's commitment to beautifying its grounds and enhancing local greenery.

Youngduk Kim, Ultium Cells Regional Director, emphasized the company's commitment to sustainability, stating that their battery cells and manufacturing process aim to reduce environmental impact while reinforcing the importance of local initiatives like the tree planting project.

Ultium Cells will continue hiring throughout 2024. Interested candidates can explore open positions and apply online at ultiumcell.com.

Free Event Tonight: Discover Mountain Biking at Woodland Park

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Interested in mountain biking? Ever wanted to take a few laps, learn the ins and outs, and have fun with some other riders?

Tonight from 5:00pm - 6:30pm (weather pending) our fleet of mountain bikes take to the trails at Woodland Park.

We will have several Trek Marlin 6 mountain bikes free to demo and ride around Greenbriar Wooded Mountain Bike Trail. Starting from the gravel parking lot, across from the large playground in Woodland, riders will be lead by one of our recreation staff members and given basic instruction, knowledge of biking, and biking etiquette.

No registration is required and this is a free event!

Helmets are required and provided at no charge.

For more information please contact Christina Walls at (931) 698-0088 or [email protected].

Designed for mountain biking but just as enjoyable for hikers, Greenbriar is a one mile long downcountry revel featuring immersive wooded singletrack. Cross country riders will appreciate the mellow gradients and aerobic effort at pace but those looking for features will find some entertainment as well.

Football & Cheer Sign Ups Tonight!

The Columbia Youth Athletic Association is holding signups for Football and Cheer EVERY Thursday in the press box at 120 Cord Dr. from 6:00-7:30PM. There is a $100 uniform fee due when signing up.

The last day to sign up is June 29th. 

Thursdays from 6-7:30 PM
Saturdays during the month of June. Also on Saturday May 11th.

Columbia’s Best Kept Secret: Is Your Business One of Them? 

We ❤️ love local businesses!

We know our community is brimming with businesses that have fascinating stories and big hearts. If you're a local business owner making waves, crafting unique experiences, or simply putting a smile on our faces, we want to chat with you! "What’s Up Columbia!" is eager to shine a light on the unsung heroes of our town. Let's collaborate and let the community know what makes your business special. Send us a message, and let's celebrate the spirit of Columbia together!

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