Long time Republican activist and community leader, Ruthie Kuhlman, will now chair the Knox County GOP. Kuhlman defeated both John Gabriel and Buddy Burkhart for the position. Buddy Burkhart will serve as first vice-chair.
Stories in this Week's Focus
- The Knoxville Focus for October 12, 2026
- Publisher’s Positions
- Ray Hill speaks to McMinn County gathering
- The Gentleman From New York: Jacob Javits
- Central sweeps Clinton to win district volleyball championship
- Strong finish puts CAK boys on top
- The Knoxville Focus for October 5, 2026
- Publisher’s Positions: Vote YES On State And City Amendments
- Knox County kicks off Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- The Gentleman From Maryland: Herbert R. O’Conor
