Knox County Offers Christmas Tree Recycling

From Jan. 2 to Jan. 31, Knox County residents can bring their unwanted, live Christmas trees to participating Knox County Convenience Centers for free disposal at no cost.   Knox County operates the following convenience centers: Carter (8815 Asheville Highway)...

New Years Eve at the Sunsphere

Date and Time: December 31, 2021, 9:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. Location: World’s Fair Park, Festival Lawn Bring in 2022 with your friends and family at World’s Fair Park with food trucks, free activities, DJ Music at 9 and live music by Mike Snodgrass Band at...

Mayor Jacobs shares New Year’s Message

County Offices Closed Friday   Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs shares a New Year’s message, watch it here. All Knox County Government offices—including the Knox County Health Department and public libraries—will be closed Friday, Dec. 31 in observance of New Year’s...

The gift of sobriety in the holiday season

The holiday season can be very stressful; whether it is trying to find the perfect gifts, family drama, or financial stress, there is a good chance everyone will at least have one moment of stress during the holidays. Unfortunately, this stress also affects those...