July 26, 2026
Austin Dalton
Grainger County students honored in Walters State PTK induction
RUTLEDGE – Several Grainger County students were recently recognized for academic achievement through induction into Phi Theta Kappa at Walters State Community College. A total… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Grainger County 911 Telecommunicators Recognized During National Appreciation Week
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Emergency Communications District joined communities nationwide in recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week from April 12 through April 18, honoring… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Grainger County Libraries tell a story of community, connection and lifelong impact
RUTLEDGE – During National Library Week, observed April 19 through April 25, and following National Librarian Day on April 16, the story of Grainger County’s… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Rutledge board approves grants, addresses infrastructure and equipment needs
RUTLEDGE – The Town of Rutledge Mayor and Board of Aldermen met April 9, 2026 at City Hall and approved multiple grants, contracts and purchases… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Bunch’s Diesel earns Top 10 statewide honor
BEAN STATION – A Grainger County business is receiving statewide recognition as Bunch’s Diesel Performance has been named a 2026 Top 10 Award Winner by… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Coffee and donuts for Veterans set for April 25
RUTLEDGE – Veterans across Grainger County are invited to attend the upcoming Coffee and Donuts for Veterans event on Saturday, April 25 at 9 a.m.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
National Crime Victims’ Rights Ceremony set for April 24
RUTLEDGE – The public is invited to attend the National Crime Victims’ Rights Ceremony on Friday, April 24, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Cocke… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Grainger County Honorees Recognized at Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards
FRANKLIN – Grainger County was proudly represented on the state stage Sunday, March 8 as two local volunteers were recognized during the 2025 Governor’s Volunteer… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
So the Stories Would Never Be Lost: The Life’s Work of Grainger County Historian Ken Coffey
As Grainger County celebrates 230 years of heritage, historian Ken Coffey reflects on a lifetime spent preserving the stories that built it. Austin Dalton Grainger… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Early voting begins today in Grainger County
RUTLEDGE – Early voting for the upcoming election begins Wednesday, April 15 and will continue through Thursday, April 30, giving Grainger County residents multiple opportunities… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close