An analysis of Knoxville municipal-election returns gives an idea of the sales-tax referendum’s effect on driving people to the polls.
City Voters Reject Sales-Tax Hike
The referendum spurred turnout in a Knoxville municipal election that produced blowout victories in most City Council races.
Election 2025: City Council District 1
Becky Jones and Karyn Adams are running to represent South Knoxville and Fort Sanders on Knoxville City Council.
Election 2025: Primary Takeaways
An analysis of Tuesday’s Knoxville City Council primary results shows where the candidates stand heading into the general election.
Primary 2025: The Field in Focus
In a low-turnout City Council primary, Knoxville voters select the candidates for the first general election under the city’s new district voting process.
Primary 2025: City Council District 1
Four candidates are running to represent South Knoxville and Fort Sanders.