Darris Upton is feeling his way into his job as Knox County’s first-ever diversity development manager. “This is a brand-new effort,” he says.
From Parkway to Park
A $10 million dollar entrance to the Urban Wilderness promises to transform the dead-end of James White Parkway.
School Board Ponders Social Media
Social media has become a widespread means for schools and teachers to communicate with families, but Knox County Schools hasn’t had a policy on how staff should use it. The school board will vote on proposed guidelines next week.
Precinct Profile: Knox County #49
Bearden Elementary School is the polling place for the 49th precinct. Situated near Homberg Place in the middle of what is traditionally considered Bearden, the school is where a surprisingly diverse segment of the population votes.
Hill and Horn at the Helm
It would be too dramatic to call Wednesday night’s vote for Knox County school board chair the end of era, but the election of Terry Hill marked at least an evolutionary shift.
Dispatches From the Divide
Lynne Fugate and Amber Rountree were often opposing voices on a fractious school board. We talked to both of them before they left the board at the end of August.
Chapman Highway Revisited
There have been a lot of plans to improve the notorious South Knox thoroughfare. The City and MPC want input on which ones to pursue.
Nystrom, Carringer Tapped to Lead Commission
As expected, Webb School administrator and 4th District County Commissioner Hugh Nystrom was elected the new Commission chairman by his colleagues Tuesday evening. 2nd District Commissioner Michele Carringer was named vice chair.
City Pursues St. Mary’s Site for KPD
Amid much speculation and after an aborted deal with Knoxville College, Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero’s administration has zeroed in on Tennova’s Physicians Regional Medical Center campus in North Knoxville for a new headquarters for the Knoxville Police and Fire departments.
How Local Government Works
Local government is complicated, but don’t despair! We have compiled a handy set of quick guides to the structure and history of our local institutions.