‘It’s a domino effect’ | Leaders say East Tennessee is in a childcare crisis

WVLT, 6/5/24

McFadden said he has seen a growing number of parents opting to stay home for their kids rather than working. It has a major impact on families, but also for the whole economy. A study by Tennesseans for Quality Early Education (TQEE) estimated that Knoxville loses $122 million annually in earnings and revenue.