With deputies cheering them on, Knox County commissioners take money from fund balance for Sheriff’s Office bonuses.
Go Go Status Quo
After considering various ways to change the makeup of County Commission, the Charter Review Committee decides to leave well enough alone.
Planning Division
Does Knox County need a standalone planning commission? Some county commissioners think it would allow more orderly growth. Others aren’t so sure.
Commission OKs A.J. Sale
Nashville-based developers will pay $6 million for the Gay Street landmark, with plans to turn it back into a hotel.
East Towne Turbulence
With the TVA tower deal sidelined for a month, County Commission votes two different ways in one meeting on what to do about an empty mall.
Twists and Turns
As the TVA tower deal advances, Knox County’s law director and mayor each double down on their positions.
Waiting on State Street
County Commission considers a three-year extension on a developer’s option to build out the rest of Marble Alley.
Anders Picked to Lead 911
A committee including the city and county mayors selects an experienced KPD officer and county commissioner to run the emergency center.
The Northwest Passage
Long planned and delayed, in the next few years the extension of Schaad Road will create a major new corridor in Knox County’s fastest-growing corner.
Vision Quest
Crowded schools and jails, inadequate roads and sidewalks. Lamenting a lack of planning and priorities, Knox County Commissioners plan to set some.