We run down everything voters need to know before heading to the polls in today’s Knox County primary election.
Primary 2026: General Sessions Court Judge
Judge Andrea Kline, who was appointed to the seat four months ago, faces County Commissioner Rhonda Lee in the Republican primary.
Primary 2026: School Board District 6
With Betsy Henderson in the County mayor’s race, Lee Ann Eaves and Kevin Crateau are running in the GOP primary to represent Northwest Knox County.
Primary 2026: Commission District 3
Incumbent Gina Oster is facing a challenge from conservative culture warrior Sheri Super in the GOP primary.
Session Prep
On the eve of Gov. Bill Lee’s legislative push, Democratic legislators hold a town hall to raise concerns about vouchers and immigration enforcement.
Blackburn at the Starting Line
The Trump-backed senator is expected to formally announce a run for governor within two weeks; Jacobs would endorse her candidacy.
Republicans Reign in Knox County
Incumbents of both parties held onto their seats in an electorate that trended more red than 2020. Meanwhile, Knoxville city voters split on two referendums.
A Receding Red Tide
A dramatic falloff in Republican voting led to Democratic gains in this year’s county election.
A Blue Breakthrough
Democrats take a County Commission seat from Republicans, but overall Knox County remains red.
Primary 2024: State Senate District 6
Incumbent Becky Massey faces a rare Republican primary challenge from newcomer Monica Irvine.