Clinch-Powell Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc. “Building strong communities, caring for people & protecting natural resources”

Written By: Elizabeth Grisham

Appalachia is rich in beauty and culture. There is no place quite like it, and for centuries lives here have woven together, like squares on a quilt, to create a patchwork image of the triumph and hardship; the victory and adversity that make up the human story. As our Nation celebrates Black History Month, we would like to take a moment to reflect on a remarkable piece of East Tennessee History that played out here in Grainger County, only a few feet away from our beloved Bryan House: The History of Henderson Chapel AME Zion Church.

Immediate opening at Clinch-Powell RC&D Council, a not-for-profit organization, for a
Community Outreach Liaison. We are seeking a motivated individual who is passionate about
our mission to build strong communities, care for people and protect natural resources.
Position will lead our public outreach and communication efforts to promote the mission of the
agency and connect our services to the community. Must have a working knowledge of public
relations and marketing principles and should be very familiar with all avenues of electronic and

We are excited to roll out our email based newsletter, The Bryan House Buzz. To be issued twice per month, it will arrive directly to your email inbox from news@clinchpowell.net. Check out the Buzz over a cup of coffee for news and notes you need to know!

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