@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialIn a surprising turn of events, the Knox County commission voted 10-3 to deny a controversial Level-2 disturbance request after residents voiced concerns over past flooding and environmental risks.
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialIn a heated meeting, Knox County commissioners opted for a more cautious approach to development, prioritizing community safety and environmental concerns over aggressive zoning changes.
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@lronlacy.bsky.social#OTD in 1933: #TVA - 1
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‘Rear view of the McHaffie homestead at Powell Station, Route #1, #KnoxCounty #Tennessee’
Sociologist and photographer Lewis Hine (1874-1940) for the #TennesseeValleyAuthority as it begins its 1st major construction project, the #NorrisDam.
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@robertcfried.bsky.social@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialKnoxville City Council is taking a monumental step to protect the rich history of the Lyons View neighborhood by exploring a conservation overlay after passionate pleas from residents.
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialKnoxville City Council is set to apply for a $300,000 federal grant to enhance police forensic capabilities, but community voices are raising concerns about prioritizing alternative crisis responses instead.
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialA proposed 121-lot development in Knox County is facing a critical road safety debate that could reshape its future!
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialThe Knoxville City Council has sparked controversy by approving a $300,000 grant to boost police forensics, despite calls for funds to be redirected towards community crisis response.
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialKnoxville City Council has unanimously denied a religious-exemption appeal that could have displaced two disabled tenants, raising essential questions about safety and community needs.
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialKnoxville City Council unanimously denied a religious-land-use exemption request that could have reshaped a neighborhood, citing critical fire-safety concerns and legal standards.
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@citizenptnewsme.bsky.socialKnox County is taking a major step towards regional corrections governance by hiring a consultant to expedite crucial facility planning and legislative changes—could this reshape the future of local corrections?
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialA Knoxville property has been condemned after shocking evidence revealed it was operating as an unpermitted nightclub, drawing crowds of over 100 people and posing serious safety risks.
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialKnoxville is gearing up to revolutionize its transit system with a microtransit pilot in East Knoxville, set to launch by May 2027!
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialKnoxville is preparing for a surge of 28,000 to 38,000 new residents by 2050, but experts warn no single solution will meet the growing housing demand.
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@citizenptnewsmo.bsky.socialKnox County just greenlit a groundbreaking solar project that promises millions in economic benefits and strict environmental safeguards!
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialThe Knox County Historic Zoning Commission has taken a significant step in preserving history by approving the relocation of the Moses Armstrong House, tying its future to a robust funding plan and ensuring it remains connected to its historic roots.
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialConcerns mount over AverHealth's inconsistent drug testing practices, raising questions about accountability and accuracy in Knox County's mental health program.
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialCommunity advocates are pressing the Knoxville City Council to shift budget priorities towards vital services like alternative-response crisis teams and safer sidewalks, arguing for a focus on what truly benefits everyone.
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@citizenptnewstn.bsky.socialKnoxville City Council just approved significant funding for public safety and infrastructure projects, including a major streetscape enhancement and a crucial training grant to combat online crime.
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