Third time’s the charm at County Commission for a developer planning a subdivision on a steep and difficult site in North Knoxville.
Sheriff Proposes Video Courtroom
Spangler says conducting more remote hearings at the jail would save the county money and reduce safety risks. The Public Defender’s Office has concerns.
COVID Responses
County commissioners may vote next week on dissolving the Board of Health. In the meantime, they support more funding for pandemic homeless services.
Chillin’ in Choto
With County Commission’s OK, a beer garden is coming to a mostly residential corner of the county.
Commission Takes Step Toward Scrapping Health Board
The countywide mask mandate and other actions of the medical professionals have raised public ire.
Subdivision Revisited
Just months after denying a planned subdivision in Karns, County Commission reverses course — with the promise of a common area to restrict traffic.
Knox County Told to Prepare for COVID-19 Vaccine
Initial distribution could come by the end of the month, but it won’t be immediately available to the public.
Commission Chides Health Board
In a nonbinding resolution, county legislators air their displeasures with the mask mandate and other pandemic restrictions.
Health Fight
With a crowd of anti-mask protesters cheering them on, County Commission weighs changes to the Board of Health.
Restrictions Under Fire
The Knox County Board of Health is increasingly a target of conservative anger. County Commission is considering proposals that would change its power and make-up.