Officials say redevelopment areas are key to driving investment to run-down stretches of Knoxville’s major roadways.
Snuffing Out Indoor Smoking
A divided City Council moves forward with a ban on smoking and vaping in age-restricted establishments. The ordinance takes effect on Jan. 1, 2027.
Clearing the Air
Taking advantage of a change in state law, City Council gives initial approval to a smoking ban in bars that allow entry only to adults 21 and older.
Weekly Watch: March 30-April 5, 2026
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
CareCuts Cleared to Move
City Council denied an appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision to allow the homeless-services provider to open a center on Clinton Highway.
Council Calls for Warming-Center Review
The resolution asks the City, the County and the Office of Housing Stability to look at expanding the times that warming centers are open to unhoused individuals.
Grants Delayed
In an unusual turn of events led by newly elected members, City Council paused disbursements for mental-health services.
Choosing a Path Forward
City Council narrowly approved a zoning change that would allow a townhouse development at the edge of the West Hills neighborhood.
Rotating Off
For five City Council members who are leaving office, Tuesday was the last meeting for them to conduct Knoxville’s business.
Dividing Duplexes Divides Council
A zoning-code change would allow subdivided duplexes in Knoxville, but a lack of design guidelines is a sticking point for some Council members.