With free rent thrown into the mix, the move from the Andrew Johnson Building to the East Tower wins the school administration’s support.
Trustees Bullish on Boyd, TVA Deal
A plan to move the UT system administration off the Knoxville campus gets the nod — and maybe a permanent president to go with it.
Show and Tell
On a tour of TVA’s East Tower, County Mayor Glenn Jacobs makes the case for leasing the vacant building — even if the school board isn’t interested.
Power Poll: TVA Deal Looks Good
Our latest survey of local community leaders shows strong support for Knox County’s proposed lease of the vacant East Tower.
‘Not Anybody’s Guy’
Political jousting over a pension lawsuit puts County Commissioner Richie Beeler in the spotlight — or the crossfire.
Room to Grow
With support from county and city leaders, a proposal to reduce restrictions on rural development clears its first hurdle.
The Politics of Moving
As estimated numbers change, some school board members raise questions about the TVA East Tower deal.
Pension Plaintiffs Are Commissioner’s Relatives
In voting last week, Knox County Commissioner Charles Busler did not disclose his daughter and son-in-law’s participation in a lawsuit against the county.
Pension Fight Reignites
A citizen lawsuit seeks to revive county Law Director Bud Armstrong’s allegations of impropriety in Knox County pension payments.