As County Commission approves a contentious rezoning, a developer’s representative says South Knox County ‘is on the map now.’
Rosy Picture, For Now
County commissioners seem satisfied with the proposed budget, but they worry about what comes next.
Primary 2022: County Commission District 10
Republican Incumbent Larsen Jay has a big campaign chest and a primary challenge from the right from attorney Steve Weiner.
Growing Challenges
At a forum, County Commission candidates called for more infrastructure and better development. How to pay for it was less clear.
Housing Shortage Drives Price Spike
Data shows ‘unprecedented’ 22 percent increase in local housing costs last year, as demand outstrips supply.
Going Outside
County Commission votes to let the school board hire an attorney to help with the federal mask lawsuit.
Legal Maneuvers
Three school board members ask County Commission for authority to hire their own attorney in the school mask lawsuit.
Pay as You Grow?
Two Hardin Valley subdivisions highlight the county’s challenge in funding infrastructure — and the sway it gives developers.
Weekly Watch: Jan. 24-30, 2022
The first month of 2022 closes out with a busy week of meetings — County Commission and City Council are both in action, along with two different equity task forces and some major decisions on the planned downtown stadium.
Money Hunt
Most of Knox County’s requests to the Legislature this year revolve around increased state funding.