Paul Noel, Knoxville’s new police chief, is getting to know the city just like any other newcomer these days – struggling to find a house.
“There’s a house we loved that …
Police Chief Noel gets to know SoKno
Betsy Pickle: Embedded
I have very little experience in writing about politics. My journalism career has leaned toward feature stories and entertainment criticism. I’m actually passionate about our government and how I think …
Changes stirring at old Giffin School
Giffin Elementary School, a 94-year-old building in the South Haven neighborhood, is back in South Knoxville’s consciousness thanks to new efforts to repurpose the site, which is on the National …
‘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 …
Life, liberty and the pursuit of the perfect haircut
I’m seriously considering getting my hair cut and styled. This is major. I wore my hair long and straight – aside from a pixie cut in fourth grade and an …
Tommy Smith: Big on ‘quality of life’
Serving as the Knoxville City Council member for District 1 feels like a natural progression to Tommy Smith. His parents taught him by example to help people.
“It was kind of …
Kincannon pumps up new Baker Creek Bike Park
Mayor Indya Kincannon finally got to deliver some upbeat news Thursday morning as she led a celebration at the Baker Creek Bike Park at Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness.
Kincannon, city staff and …
Tommy Smith brings a heart for service to city council
Local government is “where the rubber meets the road,” says Tommy Smith, the newest member of the Knoxville City Council. Smith was chosen to complete the term of District 1 …