Two commissioners want more detailed financial reporting from entities receiving county funding, but others are skeptical that it’s needed.
A Regulatory Realignment
The county’s consultant is winding up its audit of land-use regulations in preparation for drafting the Unified Development Ordinance.
UDO Week
A consultant will present a preliminary look at Knox County’s zoning overhaul during four days of public meetings beginning next Monday.
Jay Proposes Wheel Tax Repeal
If Knox County Commission approves the measure, the local levy on vehicle registrations would be phased out over three years.
Misalignments in the Market
According to East Tennessee Realtors, supply-and-demand isn’t the only housing-related metric out of whack in the Knoxville area.
Weekly Watch: July 28-Aug. 4, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Weekly Watch: July 21-27, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Power Poll: Local Miscellany
Members weigh in on the proposed city sales tax increase, the school board’s new cell phone policy, Juvenile Service Center management and more.
Weekly Watch: July 14-20, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Juvenile Detention Plan Passes
After a six-month preparation period, Sheriff Tom Spangler will assume management of the Richard L. Bean Juvenile Service Center on Jan. 1, 2026.











