September 11, 2026
Austin Dalton
Turning pages, carrying dreams: Grainger County Libraries help keep Dolly’s legacy alive
RUTLEDGE – A shared love of books brought Grainger County’s librarians together Thursday for a heartfelt gift aimed at putting even more books into the… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Cumberland Forest grants bring $85,000 to regional projects
RUTLEDGE – Five organizations received a combined $85,000 in Cumberland Forest Community Fund grants during an awards reception hosted by Clinch-Powell RC&D in partnership with… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Breast cancer awareness fundraiser supports Grainger County Cancer Connect
RUTLEDGE – A regional Breast Cancer Awareness fundraiser is turning public health pride into direct support for people facing cancer right here at home. The… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
In Dolly’s Footsteps: New Sevierville walking tour invites fans to walk where Dolly walked
RUTLEDGE – Before the rhinestones, hit records, Dollywood and worldwide fame, Dolly Parton was a little girl from the Smoky Mountains with big dreams. This… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Clinical interns begin hands-on health care experience
RUTLEDGE – Eight local students are getting an opportunity to take their education beyond the classroom and into the medical field during the 2026-27 school… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Rutledge invites community to help shape safer transportation future
RUTLEDGE – Whether traveling through town on four wheels, two wheels or two feet, Rutledge residents are being invited to have a voice in how… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
FIRST SERGEANT BRIAN OWENS – Grainger County Veteran of the Month
Austin Dalton, Grainger County Journal RUTLEDGE – First Sgt. Brian Owens dedicated 26 years of honorable service to the United States Army, including a deployment… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Tour de Mater brings riders together for a bigger reason
Amy Stauffer – Grainger County Journal Correspondent RUTLEDGE – Before the first bicycle rolled out of the Grainger County Justice Center Saturday morning, the Tour… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
GRAINGER REWIND: Indian Cave’s history runs thousands of years deep
BLAINE – Hidden at the base of Joppa Mountain near the Holston River, Indian Cave is more than an abandoned tourist attraction. The Grainger County… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Grainger County Sheriff’s Department to host Drug Take Back event
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Sheriff’s Department will give residents an opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted prescription medications during a Drug Take Back event… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close