Health Department data shows the pattern of the coronavirus outbreak in Knox County and could indicate where testing is lacking.
Order Extended
Gov. Lee maintains his Stay at Home directive but plans to begin a phased revival of the state’s economy beginning May 1.
Stand Down or Stay Apart?
With COVID-19 cases and unemployment claims both rising, Gov. Bill Lee is mulling whether to ease restrictions.
The ‘Year of the Trails’
Dogwood Arts has had to cancel events and reconfigure its calendar, becoming a virtual festival with a stay-at-home Chalk Walk. But at least there are flowers on the trees.
Sturm und Drang
The Knox County County Health Department’s top epidemiologist works within the eye of the coronavirus pandemic storm.
School Daze
With attendance and testing requirements for the year suspended, state officials grapple with grades, scholarships and what comes next.
Guessing Game
The pandemic response shut down the economy just as local governments were making budget plans for next year. That has left them scrambling.
Gig Order
Under the federal CARES Act, Gov. Bill Lee promises Tennessee will make unemployment benefits available to contract workers and the self-employed.
Battlefield Promotion
The Election Commission names Chris Davis to succeed Clifford Rodgers as election administrator during a turbulent time.
Future Funding
Local governments stand to receive nearly $9 million in state grants during the pandemic, though the money won’t be available until the summer.