A majority of community leaders agree with the Board of Health’s recent restrictions on alcohol sales and gathering sizes.
Health Board Hits Back
Board of Health members excoriated Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs for narrating a video implying they were among ‘sinister forces’ out to destroy freedom.
Health Fight
With a crowd of anti-mask protesters cheering them on, County Commission weighs changes to the Board of Health.
Restrictions Under Fire
The Knox County Board of Health is increasingly a target of conservative anger. County Commission is considering proposals that would change its power and make-up.
Weekly Watch: Sept. 21-27, 2020
Every Monday, we give you a rundown of the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Enforcement Uncertainty
As a new restriction on alcohol sales in Knox County takes effect, questions remain about how authorities will address businesses that don’t comply.
Closing Times Mandated
Taking more action to combat the pandemic, the Board of Health votes to restrict alcohol sales and reduce the permitted size of gatherings.
Citizen Representative Proposed for Board of Health
County Commission this month will consider adding restaurateur Randy Burleson to the body charged with guiding the pandemic response.
Advice Only
With COVID-19 cases mounting, the Knox County Board of Health took only symbolic action on Wednesday.
Weekly Watch: Sept. 7-13, 2020
Every Monday, we give you a rundown of the week’s public meetings and civic events.