Knox County Government 101: The Powerful (and Often Overlooked) Elected Offices You Need to Know

by Knox County Conservative Republicans | Apr 7, 2026 | Featured, Knox County Government 101

In previous posts in our Knox County Government 101 series, we’ve discussed the elected offices of county mayor, county commissioners, and county sheriff. You might be surprised to find there are a number of other officials that are elected by the citizens of Knox...

What Exactly Does the Knox County Sheriff Actually Do? (And Yes, Authority Extends into Knoxville Too)

by Sherri Garrett | Mar 31, 2026 | Featured, Knox County Government 101

Hey Knox County neighbors—ever wondered who’s really in charge when things go sideways on county roads or even inside Knoxville city limits? You see Knox County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) cruisers, hear about the jail, or spot election signs every four years. But what...

Why the Tennessee Republican Party Needs Real Accountability to Its Guiding Principles

by Martin Ammons | Mar 24, 2026 | Featured, Knox County

GUEST POST There has been a lot of debate for years about what it means to be a Republican.  Some say it’s all about being willing to call yourself one.  Others say it consists of voting in three of the last four state Republican primary elections.  However, there are...

What Does the Knox County Mayor Actually Do? A Guide to the Role and Responsibilities

by Knox County Conservative Republicans | Mar 17, 2026 | Featured, Knox County Government 101

Every four years Knox County voters elect a mayor. But how many people know exactly what that mayor does? Here’s the million-dollar question, if you don’t know the responsibilities of the office, how can you ensure you’re voting for the right person for the job.  ...

Restoring Election Integrity: Authenticating Voters

by Patty Jean King | Mar 10, 2026 | Featured, Knox County

Why Election Integrity Matters In 2024, election integrity was named a major concern of Americans—and for good reason. In a republic, it is the very foundation on which our government stands. When our elections are secure, our voices are heard, our leaders are truly...

Knox County Commission: More Powerful Than You Think

by Knox County Conservative Republicans | Feb 24, 2026 | Featured, Knox County Government 101

This is the first installment in a series of posts diving into how Knox County government actually operates. Our goal with this series is straightforward: to help inform and educate readers about the real workings of county government—so you can make more informed...