A hearing in the county’s Byzantine pension lawsuit asks whether the law director can sue on his own behalf.
Commission Sides With Mayor
In a 7-1 vote, County Commission tells Law Director Bud Armstrong to drop his pension lawsuits — but the final word will be up to the judge.
Back on the Table
After months of no movement, Knox County takes another look at TVA’s East Tower as a possible home for the school system’s Central Office.
View From the Summit
The city and county mayors convene community leaders to talk about a coordinated response to opioids and other drugs.
L’Etat, C’est Bud
At a heated hearing, the Knox County Law Department says it can sue whomever it wants, whether the mayor likes it or not.
Resolution Denied
Giving a win to Law Director Bud Armstrong, County Commission refuses to consider Mayor Glenn Jacobs’ proposed pension lawsuit settlement.
Cell Blocked
Sheriff Spangler shows the jail’s cramped quarters to county commissioners and makes his case for expansion.
Who Is ‘Knox County’?
A legal maneuver sets up a courtroom confrontation between the county mayor and law director.
Mayor’s Moves
Glenn Jacobs makes another round of Knox County personnel shifts — including hiring his chief of staff’s brother.
Whither the A.J.?
Another delay for a $6 million deal to redevelop the Andrew Johnson Building, as the new county mayor decides whether to go ahead with it.










