Reporter Phil Williams has spent the past three years tracking the influence of white Christian nationalism in Tennessee — including Knoxville.
BZA Selection Nullified
During an acrimonious meeting, Knox County commissioners rescind Alex Moody’s appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Russell: Alex Moody Should Resign
GOP commissioner calls for right-wing group co-founder cited for assault to step down from the BZA during discussions about a possible removal hearing.
Huckaby Seeks Start of Removal Process
Commissioner asks for a hearing to consider ousting new Board of Zoning Appeals member Alex Moody over alleged assault at right-wing event.
County BZA Member Charged With Assault at Far-Right Event
Heritage Hubs brought anti-immigrant speakers and protesters to the Old City.
What I Saw at the Heritage Hubs Rally
Before the program started, an attendee of the anti-immigrant forum punched a protester in the face.
Divided Reactions
Democrats object to a far-right group setting up shop in Knoxville. Republicans, with an exception, don’t have much to say.
Far-Right Group Seeks Knoxville Base
Heritage Hubs is part of a wave of young conservatives taking increasingly extreme stances on race, religion and immigration.









