Weekly Watch: July 27-Aug. 2, 2026

Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.

Knox Found #405: Hoop! (There It Is)

A weekly mystery photo to test your knowledge of the local landscape.

Democrat Brandy Jenkins and Republican Bill Sofield are running to replace two-term School Board member Kristi Kristy.

Judge Andrea Kline, a Republican who was appointed to the seat seven months ago, faces Democrat Ben Houston II.

Serenity can be found even among snakes and bears on an overnight camping trip in the mountains of Unicoi County.

Republican Garrett Holt, Democrat Vivian Underwood Shipe and independent David Velarde are on the ballot.

Republican Justin Cofer, Democrat Rev. Katina Sharp and independent Ronin Cunningham are running to succeed Larsen Jay on County Commission.

Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.

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A weekly mystery photo to test your knowledge of the local landscape.