October 27, 2026
Austin Dalton
Authorities identify victim in tragic Round Barn Road water rescue
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Sheriff’s Department has released additional details regarding the fatal water rescue that occurred Sunday, June 28, on Round Barn Road… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Deputy injured in Bean Station assault; suspect faces attempted murder charge
RUTLEDGE – On June 25 at approximately 3:40 p.m., deputies with the Grainger County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to 846 Lakeshore Road in Bean Station… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Veteran of the Month: James Smith
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Veteran of the Month program is proud to recognize James Smith for his honorable service in the United States Marine… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
John Rose discusses Tennessee’s future during Grainger County visit
RUTLEDGE – Republican gubernatorial candidate and U.S. Rep. John Rose brought his Tennessee True Tour to Grainger County on Monday evening, meeting with residents at… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Grainger 12u All stars Secure Win Against New Tazewell All Stars 12U
By GameChanger Media Grainger 12u All stars outsted New Tazewell All Stars 12U 7-4 on Saturday at Rutledge. Grainger 12u All stars got on the… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Bats in Tennessee
Andrea Lovin BLAINE — On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, the Grainger County Historical Society held a meeting featuring a presentation on the importance of bats… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Nanye’hi “Nancy” Ward
Andrea Lovin WASHBURN – In 1738, Nanye’hi was born in Chota, Cherokee Nation East. Today, Chota is located in present-day Monroe County, Tennessee. At this… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Annual Tomato dinner to benefit Grainger County Tomato Festival
BLAINE – Tomato lovers will have a unique opportunity to enjoy one of Grainger County’s most celebrated crops during the Annual Tomato Dinner at Spout… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
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