April 8, 2026
Events
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3
There will be no school for students or staff on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in observance of Election Day. Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign…
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, December , from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341… Login to continue reading Login…
Heart 2 Hand launches Christmas food drive to support Grainger County students
RUTLEDGE — With Christmas break approaching, Heart 2 Hand has begun gathering donations to fill its annual Christmas Food Boxes, an effort that helps ensure… Login to continue reading Login…
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25
Grainger County Schools Thanksgiving Break will be Wednesday, November 25–27, 2026. Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
MONDAY, DECEMBER 21
Grainger County Schools will be closed for Christmas break from Monday, December 21, 2026, through Friday, January 1, 2027. Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign…
Holiday shopping for a cause in Mascot
Sarah Dalton Grainger County Journal Correspondent MASCOT — The Mascot Masonic Lodge was buzzing with holiday cheer on Saturday, December 6 as shoppers packed the… Login to continue reading Login…
Holiday magic rolls through Bean Station
SARAH DALTON Grainger County Journal Correspondent BEAN STATION — Christmas spirit filled Main Street on Saturday, December 6, as a large crowd gathered for the… Login to continue reading Login…
Deck the halls and tour them: Don’t miss the 2025 Grainger County Christmas tour of homes
RUTLEDGE — Grab your hot cocoa and your holiday spirit because the festive event of the season is almost here. On Saturday December 13, the… Login to continue reading Login…
Walters State to hold two commencement ceremonies Dec. 11
Walters State Community College will confer 420 certificates and degrees during two commencement ceremonies scheduled for Dec. 11. This marks the college’s 69th commencement. The… Login to continue reading Login…
Grainger county gears up for a month of Christmas celebrations
RUTLEDGE — Grainger County communities are gearing up for a month of festive events as Christmas celebrations begin across the county. Washburn will launch the… Login to continue reading Login…