Yes, Dean Rice is still a Republican and a Christian. But Tim Burchett’s former chief of staff has expansive definitions of both.
Fire and Frustration
Smoke from a blaze at a North Knoxville recycling facility with a history of recent safety violations forced the evacuation of nearly 100 homes.
Taking Care of Basics
Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs’ first budget sticks with a proven template, but adds (and subtracts) a few flourishes.
Finding the Right Blend
KCDC is finalizing its master plan for the Austin Homes makeover, which will feature up to 440 mixed-income apartments.
Chapman’s Challenges
An open house in South Knoxville drew a crowd to scrutinize possible safety improvements to Chapman Highway.
Headed Toward the Finish Line
Tennessee’s Lamar Alexander has set some ambitious policy goals to reach before he retires from the Senate in 2020.
County Sees $6 Million Gap in Lee’s School Funding
Gov. Bill Lee has been touting his proposed spending on education, but Knox County officials say his budget would give less than they were expecting.
A New Alternative to the Streets
Volunteer Ministry Center, with the help of city taxpayers, wants to establish Knoxville’s first ‘low-barrier’ homeless shelter.
BMXed Out
After estimated costs triple, Knox County kills a South Knoxville bike track championed by former Mayor Tim Burchett.
Appalachian Chorus
In response to J.D. Vance’s ‘Hillbilly Elegy,’ regional writers stake a claim to political and cultural diversity in the Southern mountains.