Oster and Jennings refuse to recuse By Mike Steely Senior Writer steelym@knoxfocus.com “I will not recuse myself” was heard often at the Knox County Merit System Council meeting last week. The Knox County Law Department had requested the meeting which ended up being several minutes of denials and protests from Merit Chair Gina Oster and […]
From Batboy to Congressman to Published Book Author Congratulations, Jimmy Duncan! By Steve Hunley, Publisher publisher@knoxfocus.com The Knoxville Focus is extraordinarily proud to have former congressman Jimmy Duncan as a regular columnist and would like to congratulate him on his book, “From Batboy to Congressman – Thirty Years in the US House.” For thirty years, […]
Frankenberg kicks off campaign for General Sessions Judge in Division II By Bill Howard Sharon Frankenberg is one of Knox County’s five judicial magistrates. Magistrates, appointed by the county commission, do the criminal law work for General Sessions judges. Common duties include reviewing an arrest warrant to determine if there is probable cause to keep […]
Kim Frazier kicks off campaign for County Commission By Bill Howard Kim Frazier has been active in Knox County community affairs for a number of years. According to her website – electkimfrazier.com – she has been a hands-on information source and advocate for a wide range of issues and initiatives, from schools, infrastructure and law […]
Multi-use stadium before commission By Mike Steely Senior Writer steelym@knoxfocus.com Another step in the approval of a multi-use stadium in Knoxville’s Old City is before the Knox County Commission today. The commissioners are being asked by Mayor Glenn Jacobs and the finance department to approve an “Interlocal Project Agreement.” The agreement must also be approved […]
Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs kicks off re-election campaign By Bill Howard Some 125 enthusiastic supporters of Knox Co. Mayor Glenn Jacobs were on hand last Thursday night when Jacobs officially kicked off his reelection campaign. The event – staged by Chris Ooten, Mike Ragsdale, Scott Dunn, Steve Maddux, and Lou Browning – was held […]
Nick McBride kicks off re-election campaign By Ken Lay Nick McBride will seek a second term as Knox County’s Register of Deeds in 2022. He officially kicked off his re-election campaign Tuesday night at an event in West Knoxville. McBride greeted and addressed supporters and well-wishers at a gathering at the Rothchild Catering and Conference […]
Dr. Martha Buchanan to be honored By Mike Steely Senior Writer steelym@knoxfocus.com Although she has resigned as director of the Knox County Health Department, Dr. Martha Buchanan will continue to serve as the county’s health officer until the end of the year. During the COVID-19 pandemic she and the Board of Health promoted vaccination and […]
Fulton High School alumni honor veteran classmates By Mike Steely Senior Writer steelym@knoxfocus.com On a recent bright Saturday morning, more than 100 people attended a ceremony to honor and remember seven Fulton High School alumni who died during the Vietnam War. Two monuments now stand at the main entrance to Fulton High School thanks to […]
Armstrong kicks off campaign for Chancery Court, Part II By Ken Lay Throughout his tenure as Knox County Law Director, Richard “Bud” Armstrong prided himself on serving the people. He was the “people’s lawyer.” Now, Armstrong, who is seeking a seat on Knox County Chancery Court, vows to be the “People’s Chancellor.” “I want the […]