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Trust Co. Sponsors 26th Annual Ijams Symphony in the Park

Posted by: DANIEL K. CARTER

Posted on: September 8, 2011

This Sunday September 11 Ijams Nature Center will host its annual fundraiser, Symphony in the Park.  This elegant and enchanting benefit raises money for Ijams' environmental education programs and 275 acre wildlife sanctuary.  The Trust Co. is proud to be a longtime supporter of this unique outdoor experience in the heart of Knox County. 

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Market Review and Investment Environment

Posted by: JAKE HARPER

Posted on: August 5, 2011

Financial markets are selling off this week amid growing investor concerns about the health of the U.S. economy. The market’s behavior has become more volatile of late as expectations are being recalibrated. Investors are clearly beginning to price in a greater probability for a double-dip recession, as we see another round of “risk off” trading. Higher risk asset classes such as REIT’s, cyclicals, and high yield bonds are suffering the …

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Trust Co. Sponsors 3rd Annual Junior Achievement Clay Shoot

Posted by: PAUL JAEGER

Posted on: August 1, 2011

The Trust Co. has sponsored this fun and worthwhile event since its inception.  Trust Co.'s Steve Arnett, Charles Purkey, and Jake Harper will field 2 teams this year.  The tournament will be held this Friday 8/5 at Chilhowee Sportsmen's Club.

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Chad Schollaert and his Family's Story in News-Sentinel

Posted by: JAKE HARPER

Posted on: August 1, 2011

Incredibly moving:http://www.knoxnews.com/news/2011/jul/29/family-makes-move-of-faith-to-help-child-with/(you may have to copy and paste in web browser to read)

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3rd Quarter 2011 Fund Changes

Posted by: CHAD SCHOLLAERT

Posted on: July 19, 2011

This month, The Trust Company will be making some fund changes in our managed portfolios.  As part of our proactive investment monitoring process, we have decided to terminate two managers due to manager philosophy changes and inconsistent performance.  The two funds being terminated are Selected American Large Cap Value and William Blair Small Cap Growth.  Below you will find descriptions of their replacements.Large Cap Value - Going forward, …

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