September 11, 2026
Austin Dalton
Five simple Southern recipes featuring Grainger County tomatoes
RUTLEDGE – Few things say summer in East Tennessee quite like a fresh Grainger County tomato. Whether sliced thick on a sandwich, fried to golden… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
From the Pacific to Grainger County: Understanding El Niño and its local impact
RUTLEDGE – It begins thousands of miles away in the Pacific Ocean, yet its effects can sometimes be felt right here in Tennessee. Known as… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Washburn Schools welcome new teachers for 2026-27
WASHBURN – Washburn School and Washburn High School are preparing for the upcoming school year with the addition of several new educators. Washburn School recently… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Avondale Haunted Barn preparing for largest expansion in attraction history
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Planting the Future: AgLaunch eyes opportunities in Grainger County
RUTLEDGE – Farmers, community leaders and representatives from state and federal agencies gathered in Grainger County on Tuesday, June 16, for an AgLaunch Tennessee pilot… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Grizzlies softball camp draws young athletes for day of learning and fun
RUTLEDGE – Young softball players from across Grainger County took to the field June 16 for the Grainger Grizzlies Softball Camp, where participants spent the… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Bean Station BOE passes Sunday Beer Sales
By Wade Littleton Grainger County Journal Reporter A packed council meeting room witnessed history being made on Monday afternoon. On second and final reading, the Bean Station Board of Mayor… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
TBI investigating deadly shooting in Grainger County
RUTLEDGE – As the search continues for the suspect, the Grainger County Sheriff’s Office has released additional details regarding a fatal shooting that occurred June… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Celebrating Father’s Day in Grainger County
RUTLEDGE – Father’s Day is a time to honor the dads, grandfathers, stepfathers and father figures who help shape our lives through their guidance, hard… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Voices of Grainger: Memories of the Tomato Festival live on
RUTLEDGE – As Grainger County prepares to celebrate its 230th anniversary and welcomes another year of the beloved Grainger County Tomato Festival on July 17-18,… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close