Old City Archives

Stadium Costs Come into Focus

The proposed publicly financed sports and entertainment venue would have a higher sticker price but cost less to finance than previously estimated.

At a block party thrown by stakeholders in the proposed stadium near the Old City, area residents give the project largely positive reviews.

The public process for consideration of a multi-purpose stadium will include public meetings and multiple votes throughout the rest of the year.

A poll commissioned by the Knoxville Area Association of Realtors shows a majority of county voters back a new multi-purpose stadium.

The creation of a special sales-tax district would be a key piece of funding for the proposed ballpark for the Tennessee Smokies.

City Council and County Commission get a first look at possible funding sources for a minor-league baseball stadium.

City Council and County Commission will consider forming a sports authority this month to build a baseball stadium for the Tennessee Smokies.

Knoxville and Knox County likely will consider forming a sports authority if officials decide to build a baseball stadium for the Tennessee Smokies.

Smokies owner Randy Boyd says a publicly built ballpark is essential for baseball’s return to Knoxville and the accompanying private investment.

The rebuilding of the Gay Street-Jackson Avenue intersection has run into delays, adding to the struggles of area businesses.