Yesterday January 30, 2024 the League of Women Voters of Knoxville and Knox County hosted a candidate forum for member and candidates of Knox County School Board. It was held at East Knoxville’s Lennon-Seney United Methodist Church

Second District – Incumbent Jennifer Owen (Independent) Democrat Anne Templeton attended, Independent Pat Polis did not.

Third District – Republican Robert Daspit and Democrat Patricia Fontenot-Ridley participated and Republican Angie Goethert had a previous commitment.

Fifth District – Republican Lauren Morgan had a previous commitment. Democrat Terrye Whitaker attended.

Eighth District – Republican Travis Wright haf committed to attend, but was unable to make it at the last minute. Tommy Lakins had a previous commitment.

Jesse Mayshark of Compass Knoxville served as Moderator. Watch the forum here on the Leagues Facebook page. (Due to unforeseen technical difficulties the live stream begins after the opening remarks)