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MOTIONS DENIED: Ballard Headed Toward February 2027 Trial
Two motions. Two denials. And now there is a trial date. Knox County Property Assessor Phil Ballard was back in court today, as his defense sought to knock down…
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Transparency Series: September 2026 – A Look Inside the Knox County Property Assessor’s Office
Remembering Phil Hamby and the Power of Public-Record Journalism My friend Phil Hamby — Philip W. Hamby (1944–2013) — was a Knoxville businessman, builder, publisher, editor, and, above all, someone…
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The Brian Hornback Experience – Episode 222: She Did It Again — Knox News’ Obsession Comes With Some Major Errors
This morning, I recorded episode 222 of the Brian Hornback Experience about today’s daily paper and it’s latest installment of Biggs and Hornback obsession. the Brian Hornback Experience…
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Mayor Henderson Vetoes County Commission Action Last Week
Statement from Knox County Mayor Betsy Henderson regarding her decision to veto Resolution R-26-8-905. “I made a promise to the voters of Knox County that I would prioritize…
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The Mega Bullhorn of Truth Called It: Beau Hawk Eyes Knoxville Mayor’s Race
Back on July 24, 2026, theMegaBullhornofTruth posed an interesting question: Was the Knox County Democratic Party using countywide races to develop future candidates for Knoxville city offices, including…
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The Foundation of Political Leadership: It May Start Where Few Are Looking
The transition of power last week was personally interesting to me. As I watched the changes taking place and reflected on the people moving into new positions of…
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