Blount County will mark America’s 250th anniversary with a parade, historical displays, live music and other activities Saturday, Sept. 12, in downtown Maryville.
The Blount 250 Committee, Maryville-Alcoa Jaycees, Maryville Farmers Market and city of Maryville are organizing the celebration, which will run from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The event will serve as the culmination of yearlong America 250 activities in Blount County and will include the Maryville Farmers Market, America 250 Patriot Parade and a history event and concert at Jack Greene Park and the Charles West Sr. Amphitheater…