Amid faculty concerns, Gov. Lee’s proposed Institute for American Civics at UT moves closer to reality with bipartisan legislative support.
A New Formula
Gov. Bill Lee’s school funding plan would put a dollar amount on each student. What would it mean for Knox County?
Power Poll: COVID Special Session Gets Low Marks
Survey respondents also believe progressive Democrats are primarily responsible for recent party losses.
Buchanan Resigns
After leading the local COVID-19 response, the director of the Knox County Health Department is stepping down.
Weekly Watch: May 31-June 6, 2021
Every Monday, we give you a rundown of the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Mandate Post-Mortem
Knox County’s indoor mask requirement died quickly amid the interplay of the governor’s manifold executive orders on the COVID-19 response.
Jacobs Ends Mask Mandate
Officials have given no explanation for the change in authority that bypassed Dr. Martha Buchanan, the county’s public health officer.
Lee Adds $13.5 Million for Knoxville Stadium
Governor’s budget amendment provides state support without creating a special tax district.
Student Killed in Gunfight at A-E
One Knoxville police officer was wounded in the confrontation at a school that has experienced a spike in deaths from gunfire this year.