It is a photo that will live in infamy, an original of which once hung in the offices of The Knoxville Journal. It even made its way to Life magazine. …
‘Liberal Tommy’ comes clean
Six months ago, the Knox County GOP sent an urgent message to voters in the city’s District 1: Beware of “Liberal Tommy” Smith, the district’s city council representative.
According to the …
Democrats sweep city council elections
It was a bad night for Democrats nationally, but November 2 brought joy to the supporters of five Knoxville City Council members – all of whom are Democrats – who …
Make sure you consent to be governed
I really, really, really want to write about today being Election Day in Knoxville, but if you are the type of person who reads newspapers – digital or print – …
A new wind blowing in local politics
I’ve had to start this column over about four times because stuff just keeps happening with no regard for my deadline. Luckily for me, however, nothing I’ve seen has changed …
City council candidates: KPD funding
Early voting starts next week (Aug. 11-26) for five seats (a majority) on Knoxville City Council. Election day is Tuesday, Aug. 31. The top two vote-getters from each district will …
Council candidate forum is Saturday
Candidates for Knoxville City Council from Districts 4 and 6 will meet voters in a candidate forum Saturday, Aug. 7, from 10 a.m. until noon. Sponsored by Town Hall East …
Roberto asks for second term
Andrew Roberto has kicked off his campaign for re-election to Knoxville City Council from West Knoxville’s District 2. The event was May 27 at Lakeshore Park’s Marble Hall. The primary …