October 11, 2026
Entertainment
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU: Remembering Dolly Parton, the Smoky Mountain dreamer whose music, heart and generosity changed the world
Austin Dalton and Amy Stauffer, Grainger County Journal Heartstrings and Humble Beginnings The Girl Who Listened Before the rhinestones, before Nashville knew her name, before… Login to continue reading Login…
Step into history: ‘A Walk in Their Boots’ returns to Camp Davy Crockett
RUTLEDGE – History will not simply be displayed at Camp Davy Crockett this September. It will rumble, march and come roaring back to life. “A… Login to continue reading Login…
Fall colors meet the canvas at Blaine painting class
BLAINE – A colorful autumn afternoon of creativity, relaxation and scenic views is coming to Blaine as Spout Spring Estates Winery and Vineyard hosts a… Login to continue reading Login…
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…
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…
September at Narrow Ridge: Where community meets the mountain
WASHBURN – Narrow Ridge Earth Literacy Center has a full calendar of events planned for September, offering opportunities to celebrate local history, participate in community… Login to continue reading Login…
Halloween Bash promises a frightfully fun night in Blaine
BLAINE – Ghosts, goblins and plenty of family-friendly fun are preparing to descend on Blaine this October as the Halloween Bash takes over Rocky Meadows… Login to continue reading Login…
GRAINGER REWIND: Tate Springs, everything burned except the water
Amy Stauffer, Grainger County Journal Correspondent BEAN STATION – There is a spring in Bean Station that has been running since before anyone thought to… Login to continue reading Login…
FoodeesFest bringing food, crafts and family fun to Morristown
MORRISTOWN – Food lovers will have plenty to choose from when FoodeesFest rolls into Morristown for a three-day celebration of food, local businesses and family… Login to continue reading Login…
Grainger County residents eligible for 50% off during Ripley’s county days
11 counties. 50% off admission. $2 per adult ticket to Sevier County Food Ministries. RUTLEDGE – Grainger County residents and employees will have an opportunity… Login to continue reading Login…