July 25, 2026
Austin Dalton
Standing together: Mayor Byrd thanks those who protected Grainger County
Frontline Workers….As Mayor, and on behalf of Grainger County Citizens I would like to Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your incredible… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Local state of emergency declared following devastating Grainger County floods
RUTLEDGE – State Rep. Rick Eldridge joined County Mayor Mike Byrd and the mayors of Rutledge, Blaine and Bean Station in petitioning the State of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
4-H Eastern Region Update
RUTLEDGE – 4-H members representing the Eastern Region participated in the Eastern Region Council retreat, where several student leaders earned spots at the Tennessee 4-H… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Flood damage from Wednesday storms forces bridge closures in Rutledge
RUTLEDGE – The flooding that swept through Grainger County on Wednesday, July 22 continues to leave a lasting impact on local infrastructure as two bridges… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
A message of thanks from Mayor Mike Byrd
Letter to the Editor, This month, we concluded our historic 250th-year celebrations with two truly spectacular events: our 2nd annual Independence Day Parade and our… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
First Grainger County Sheriff Killed in the Line of Duty
Andrea Lovin RUTLEDGE – In 1889, Grainger County Sheriff Samuel Preston (S. P.) Greenlee was killed in the line of duty while attempting to arrest… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Benefit concert to support Kingswood Home for Children planned August 2
BEAN STATION – A night of Christian and gospel music will benefit the children of Kingswood Home for Children during the “For the Kids” Benefit… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Benefit car show to raise funds for Blaine mother’s medical expenses
BLAINE – The Grainger County Ridge Runners Car Club will host a benefit car show on Saturday, September 5, to help raise funds for Blaine… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Flooding prompts evacuations, road closures in Grainger County
RUTLEDGE – Heavy rainfall caused flooding across Grainger County on Wednesday, prompting evacuations, road closures and warnings from local emergency officials. Grainger County Sheriff James… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Washburn student earns $2,000 KSA Events scholarship
WASHBURN – Washburn High School student-athlete Ebany Hill has been awarded a $2,000 KSA Events Scholarship after earning top honors in a scholarship essay competition.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close