Closure to Continue Indefinitely

Gay Street Bridge photo

A closer inspection found more problems with the historic Gay Street Bridge, increasing the likelihood of a long-term repair project.

Parking Options

Market Square Garage Photo

A consultant poses sweeping changes to parking in downtown Knoxville that could affect anyone who drives into the center city.

Riverfront High-Rise Stalls

Proposed downtown apartment development rendering.

The city’s Design Review Board postponed action on a proposal for a 17-story apartment building downtown overlooking the Tennessee River.

A Musical Melting Pot

Allison Russell at Big Ears 2023 photo

Big Ears founder Ashley Capps talks about this year’s festival, which brings music and art to Knoxville and showcases the city to the world.

Urban Handyman Hangs It Up

Rick Emmett Photo

Rick Emmett is retiring as the city’s downtown coordinator, leaving behind a legacy of pragmatic solutions to urban problems large and small.

Making Noise

Noise detection camera

The city has installed cutting-edge technology to identify traffic noise violations downtown, but there’s no means of enforcement.

Culture and Commerce Reunited

As Big Ears returns after a two-year hiatus, downtown Knoxville businesses welcome the festival back with open arms.

Expanding Downtown

After taking a breather, developers David Dewhirst and Mark Heinz are lining up projects north and east of the city’s core.

A Pair of PILOTs

Payment-in-lieu-of-tax agreements approved by Council will allow residential projects to move forward.

Developers Undaunted

State Supreme Court site development

Despite the economic woes unleashed by the global pandemic, real estate development continues unabated.