July 25, 2026
Austin Dalton
Longtime Grainger County Highway Department Bookkeeper Karen McNish retires after more than four decades of service
RUTLEDGE – After more than 40 years of dedicated service to Grainger County, Karen McNish has officially retired from the Grainger County Highway Department, closing… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Hometown Grainger seeks vendors for annual Christmas Market
RUTLEDGE – Hometown Grainger is now inviting vendors to participate in its sixth annual Christmas Market, scheduled for Saturday, November 7, from 9 a.m. to… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Troy “Wayne” Roberts Obituary
November 7, 1943 ~ July 11, 2026 (age 82) Papa Wayne, born Troy Wayne Roberts on November 7, 1943, was the only son of Troy and Mary Roberts. Raised on his family’s farm in Rutledge, Tennessee, alongside his beloved grandmother, Hattie Mae, Wayne…
National Mac and Cheese Day celebrates a timeless comfort food
RUTLEDGE – National Mac and Cheese Day is celebrated each year on July 14, giving families and food lovers a reason to enjoy one of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Tennessee confirms first measles cases of 2026
RUTLEDGE – The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed the state’s first two measles cases of 2026 involving two individuals in middle Tennessee who are… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Early voting begins July 17 for August 6 election in Grainger County
RUTLEDGE – Grainger County voters will have the opportunity to cast their ballots early beginning Friday, July 17 for Tennessee’s August 6 state and local… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Rutledge Post Office to host hiring event July 14
RUTLEDGE – The United States Postal Service will host a hiring event at the Rutledge Post Office on Tuesday, July 14, from 10 a.m. to… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Street dance and cruise-in to kick off Tomato Festival while raising funds for local student
RUTLEDGE – The 2026 Grainger County Tomato Festival will kick off Thursday, July 16, with the annual Street Dance and Cruise-In from 6 to 9… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Grainger County Schools Calendar
RUTLEDGE – View the Grainger County Schools calendar to stay up to date on important dates, including holidays, breaks, teacher in-service days, and the first… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Halloween Bash promises spooky family fun in Blaine this October
BLAINE – Families are invited to celebrate the Halloween season at the Halloween Bash: Dance & Treats on Friday, October 16, with an evening of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close