‘Leap of Faith’

Two maps side by side of the proposed Belltown development

Despite some uncertainties, County Commission signs off on the Belltown development, which will bring nearly 1,100 homes to North Knox County.

Poetry, Prose and Poultry

Firefly Farms photo

Sundress Academy for the Arts runs a working farm in Karns that provides a retreat — and free eggs — for visiting writers.

Power Poll: Legislative Culture Wars

Tennessee State Capitol Building

A large majority of survey respondents favor revisiting the state’s abortion ban but most are not optimistic that lawmakers will amend the law.

KPD Seeks Accountability Director

KPD Chief Paul Noel

Chief Paul Noel is asking City Council to create an executive-level position to oversee cultural change within the police department.

Sending Messages

Kristi Kristy and Betsy Henderson at the Jan. 12 school board meeting.

The school board approves a custodial contract and a set of legislative priorities, both with some sharp divides.