Compass Points

Author: Scott Barker

Compass Points Podcast provides news, insights and analysis of Knoxville and Knox County government, politics and business. Content is updated every Sunday.
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Ep. 208 04/12/2026
Episode 208
Sunday, 12 April, 2026

This week, Scott and Jesse dig into the Republican primaries in races for Knox County mayor and County Commission's 7th District; real estate news involving downtown's Riverview Tower and the former St. Mary's Hospital property in North Knoxville; a leadership change at the public radio station WUOT; and a proposal to change Knoxville city election cycles. They also look ahead to meetings this week of Justtice Knox and Knoxville City Council, as well as a Knox Count Schools community budget meeting, a county mayor candidate forum, and the start of early voting. Remember to share this free service of CompassKnox.com by texting an episode to your friends.