September 11, 2026
Austin Dalton
Meet Sofia Gullion: Capturing Grainger County through a new lens
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Journal is pleased to welcome Sofia Gullion as part of our growing team. As she begins her journey covering events,… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Mardy Bowen recognized for decades of service in public safety
RUTLEDGE – Grainger County EMS Director Mardy Bowen was recently recognized by the Tennessee House of Representatives for more than four decades of dedicated service… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
TVA seeks public input on future energy plan
RUTLEDGE – The Tennessee Valley Authority is inviting the public to review and comment on its Preliminary Final 2026 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and the… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
60th Anniversary – Dr. & Mrs. E. Vernon Coffey
60th Anniversary Dr. & Mrs. E. Vernon Coffey Earl Vernon Coffey and Virginia Ruth Needham Coffey of Bean Station will celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Community invited to Pray4TN countywide solemn assembly July 2
RUTLEDGE – Grainger County residents are invited to join the 2026 Pray4TN Countywide Solemn Assembly on Thursday, July 2 at 2 p.m. on the back… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Free nutrition and cooking seminar set for July 7 in Rutledge
RUTLEDGE – Residents looking to learn more about healthy eating and heart-smart cooking will have the opportunity to attend a free nutrition presentation and cooking… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Former Grainger Grizzly Brady Smith named California League Pitcher of the Week
ONTARIO, Calif. – A former Grainger Grizzly baseball standout garnered a special honor this week. Brady Smith has been named the California League Pitcher of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Grainger County man indicted on sexual battery, assault charges
RUTLEDGE – A Grainger County man has been indicted on multiple charges following a Tennessee Bureau of Investigation inquiry into allegations of sexual misconduct involving… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Record crowd attends Coffee & Donuts for Veterans in Rutledge
RUTLEDGE – A record 32 veterans gathered Friday morning at The Exchange in downtown Rutledge for the monthly Coffee & Donuts for Veterans, making it… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
TDOT suspends lane closures for Independence Day travel
RUTLEDGE – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstate and state highways during the Independence Day holiday to… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close