Support local business: Free Jimmy's Market

Recent signers:
Stacey Zuckerman and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

Pigeon Forge's own Jimmy's Market, a cherished family-run establishment, is more than just a business to our community—it's a symbol of our collective spirit, a gathering point for our family and friends, and a cultural touchstone for car enthusiasts across Tennessee. This local treasure has recently faced an unjust shutdown by the Pigeon Forge Police Department due to reasons we believe are baseless and excessive.

For years, Jimmy's Market has served not only as a convenience store but as a hub for the local car community, bringing people from all walks of life together in appreciation of automotive art and camaraderie. The market stands as a testament to small-town resilience and the heart of Pigeon Forge's economy. Family-owned businesses like Jimmy's Market are the backbone of our local commerce, and their survival directly impacts our town’s unique character and vibrancy.

The police department's sudden closure lacks transparency and appears devoid of due process. This action not only disrupts the lifeblood of a hard-working family but also sends a chilling message to all local entrepreneurs that their livelihoods are precarious and can be stripped away without just cause.

By supporting this petition, we are advocating for the reopening of Jimmy's Market and urging city officials to revisit the foundation of this closure. We demand an investigation into the procedures that led to this situation, the publication of clear evidence supporting such drastic measures, and ultimately, a restoration of fair business practices within Pigeon Forge.

Reopening Jimmy's Market is not merely about supporting a business; it's about preserving our town's identity, protecting our culture of fellowship and local entrepreneurship, and ensuring that justice prevails for our community.

Please stand with us in unity and support the cause to Free Jimmy's Market. Sign this petition to help us bring back this vital part of our town, ensure fairness, and champion local businesses against unwarranted shutdowns. Your signature can make a difference.

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Recent signers:
Stacey Zuckerman and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

Pigeon Forge's own Jimmy's Market, a cherished family-run establishment, is more than just a business to our community—it's a symbol of our collective spirit, a gathering point for our family and friends, and a cultural touchstone for car enthusiasts across Tennessee. This local treasure has recently faced an unjust shutdown by the Pigeon Forge Police Department due to reasons we believe are baseless and excessive.

For years, Jimmy's Market has served not only as a convenience store but as a hub for the local car community, bringing people from all walks of life together in appreciation of automotive art and camaraderie. The market stands as a testament to small-town resilience and the heart of Pigeon Forge's economy. Family-owned businesses like Jimmy's Market are the backbone of our local commerce, and their survival directly impacts our town’s unique character and vibrancy.

The police department's sudden closure lacks transparency and appears devoid of due process. This action not only disrupts the lifeblood of a hard-working family but also sends a chilling message to all local entrepreneurs that their livelihoods are precarious and can be stripped away without just cause.

By supporting this petition, we are advocating for the reopening of Jimmy's Market and urging city officials to revisit the foundation of this closure. We demand an investigation into the procedures that led to this situation, the publication of clear evidence supporting such drastic measures, and ultimately, a restoration of fair business practices within Pigeon Forge.

Reopening Jimmy's Market is not merely about supporting a business; it's about preserving our town's identity, protecting our culture of fellowship and local entrepreneurship, and ensuring that justice prevails for our community.

Please stand with us in unity and support the cause to Free Jimmy's Market. Sign this petition to help us bring back this vital part of our town, ensure fairness, and champion local businesses against unwarranted shutdowns. Your signature can make a difference.

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Petition created on October 2, 2025