Vestal is at the center of one of the city’s most politically mixed precincts.
Rebuilding Burlington
Where Cal Johnson’s racetrack once thrived, a community plan offers a vision for revitalizing a historic corner of East Knoxville.
Gateway Park Fleshed Out
A dispute between the city and the Legacy Parks Foundation does not dampen enthusiasm for a $10 million entrance to the Urban Wilderness.
Mayor’s Moves
Glenn Jacobs makes another round of Knox County personnel shifts — including hiring his chief of staff’s brother.
Decoding Recode
Questions and objections mount as MPC nears completion of a complete overhaul of the city’s zoning code.
Whither the A.J.?
Another delay for a $6 million deal to redevelop the Andrew Johnson Building, as the new county mayor decides whether to go ahead with it.
Going Up Around the Bend
The Metropolitan Planning Commission voted unanimously over neighbors’ objections Thursday to approve a development on a peninsula off Tooles Bend Road.
Politicoachella
A first-of-its-kind potluck brings together county, school, city
and state officials to chew the fat.
Growing Tension
Knoxville and Knox County have different challenges in finding room for new residential development. How they address them will shape our future.











