As the state Legislature barrelled toward a budget vote and recess last week, local lawmakers saw things to applaud and lament.
Feeling the Squeeze
Despite a budget cut, Cherokee Health Systems isn’t turning anyone away from Knox County’s indigent care program. But its costs are mounting.
Not Bound by Bonds
Knoxville officials say they’re comfortable with the city’s debt level as they plan to go to the bond market to finance projects.
Budget Conditions and Financial Forecasts
The City of Knoxville’s budget outlook for next year is sunny, but clouds are gathering on the fiscal horizon.
Knox GOP Legislators: No Minimum Wage Hike
As the Legislature prepares to return to session, local representatives also weigh in on vouchers, healthcare and abortion.
Trickling Down (and Out)
City and county revenue from the Hall income tax shrank last year, as the state moves toward eliminating it completely.
Finding Focus
In a rare gathering, Knox County commissioners identify priorities for the future: road networks, targeted development and updated planning.
A Textbook Case
With $4.2 million in surplus revenues, the Knox County school board checks one last item off its budget wish list.
Under Transition
Merging campuses and creating a new Oak Ridge Institute, the UT Board of Trustees ratifies big moves by Interim President Randy Boyd.
Making the Cut
In approving County Mayor Glenn Jacobs’ $853.1 million budget, commissioners supported a 30 percent reduction in the county’s indigent care program.