Paddling Through History

Watauga paddling photo.

A memorable spill at an elusive ledge colors a recent run through storied Sycamore Shoals on the Watauga River.

Power Poll: Local Miscellany

City projects photo collage.

Members weigh in on the proposed city sales tax increase, the school board’s new cell phone policy, Juvenile Service Center management and more.

A Little Help from His Friends

Richard Bean photo.

A board consisting of allies has provided little oversight of Richard Bean’s management of Knox County’s juvenile detention facility.

Mayor Floats City Sales Tax Hike

Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon photo.

If Council concurs, voters will decide whether to raise the rate by .5 percent, which would generate $47 million annually for housing and infrastructure.

Art Views: March 2025

Live and Survive photo.

A curated roundup of exhibits enlivening Knoxville’s museums and galleries this month.

Advancing Composites

IACMI photo.

A facility dedicated to developing and manufacturing composite materials opens at UT Research Park at Cherokee Farm.

A Plan for a Span

Indya Kincannon photo

The city will repair the iconic Gay Street Bridge for pedestrian and bicyclist use in the short term, but plans to replace it within a decade.

Session Prep

Town Hall photo

On the eve of Gov. Bill Lee’s legislative push, Democratic legislators hold a town hall to raise concerns about vouchers and immigration enforcement.

School Board Nixes Voucher Support

Lauren Morgan photo

The GOP majority split over whether to add Gov. Bill Lee’s proposal for private-school scholarships to the board’s list of legislative priorities.