With the launch of its first eight 865 Academies, Knox County aims to bridge the school-to-work gap.
Looking Ahead: Knox County 2023
On the new year’s agenda: the Advance Knox planning project, major road construction and a new ambulance contract.
2022 Revue: Knox County
Elections kept incumbents in place while giving County Commission its first female majority. And the Advance Knox process began to set a vision for the county’s future.
Power Poll: Rewinding 2022
Respondents weigh in on what they see as the most significant stories in government and education from the past year.
Preparing for the Imagination Age
In a new report, the Knoxville Chamber envisions a more vigorous private sector that can thrive during an anticipated economic transition.
County Settles With Former Parks Director
Despite a $150,000 payout, the county still says it had cause to fire Paul White.
Power Poll: Big Picture Views
Respondents express some optimism and some pessimism, and offer their opinions on what state and local governments should prioritize.
Choppy Waters
The venerable Concord Yacht Club faces questions about its low-cost lease of county lakefront property.
Mayors to Procure Planning Staffs
Land use recommendations would come from the city and county administrations, not the quasi-independent regional planning agency.
Axle Logistics to Expand
The rapidly growing North Knoxville firm looks to add workers and build a second facility on Central Street with the help of a county tax incentive.