An analysis of Knoxville municipal-election returns gives an idea of the sales-tax referendum’s effect on driving people to the polls.
City Voters Reject Sales-Tax Hike
The referendum spurred turnout in a Knoxville municipal election that produced blowout victories in most City Council races.
A Downtown Discussion
At a forum at The Emporium, District 6 City Council candidates address issues unique to the neighborhood at the heart of Knoxville.
Funding the Finish
We take a look at donations, contributors and endorsements in this year’s Knoxville City Council election contests.
Funding Referendum Campaigns
Groups advocating for or against the city’s sales-tax increase are raising big chunks of money to sway voters, but complete transparency is lacking.
Funding on Standby
City Council gave initial approval to an ordinance that would triple the dollars for affordable housing — but only if voters approve a sales-tax hike.
Election 2025: The Compass Guide
All of our city election coverage, now out from behind the paywall.
Election 2025: Sales-tax Referendum
A guide to the ballot question, the spending plan if the measure passes and the campaigns for and against a city sales-tax increase.
Election 2025: City Council District 3
A pair of business owners — Doug Lloyd and Frank Ramey — emerged from a four-person primary in the race to represent Northwest Knoxville.
Election 2025: City Council District 2
The West Knoxville City Council district will see a rematch of the primary, with Nathan Honeycutt running against Melody Watts.