Lifestyles

Smith-Reagan Funeral Home to host National Hot Dog Day community event
RUTLEDGE – Smith-Reagan Funeral Home will celebrate National Hot Dog Day by welcoming the community for a free hot dog lunch on Wednesday, July 15.… Login to continue reading Login…

Blaine Farmers and Artisans Market celebrates Independence Day with local flavor and family fun
BLAINE – The Blaine Farmers and Artisans Market welcomed a strong turnout of shoppers and families during its annual Independence Day celebration, offering a festive… Login to continue reading Login…

Community gathers for Pray4TN Countywide Solemn Assembly
RUTLEDGE – Community members gathered at the Grainger County Courthouse on Thursday, July 2, for the Pray4TN Countywide Solemn Assembly, joining together in prayer during… Login to continue reading Login…

New ‘A Taste of Grainger’ feature showcases local dining experiences
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Journal is excited to introduce A Taste of Grainger, a new regular feature highlighting the restaurants, cafés, food trucks and… Login to continue reading Login…

Meet Sofia Gullion: Capturing Grainger County through a new lens
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Journal is pleased to welcome Sofia Gullion as part of our growing team. As she begins her journey covering events,… Login to continue reading Login…

60th Anniversary – Dr. & Mrs. E. Vernon Coffey
60th Anniversary Dr. & Mrs. E. Vernon Coffey Earl Vernon Coffey and Virginia Ruth Needham Coffey of Bean Station will celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary… Login to continue reading Login…

Record crowd attends Coffee & Donuts for Veterans in Rutledge
RUTLEDGE – A record 32 veterans gathered Friday morning at The Exchange in downtown Rutledge for the monthly Coffee & Donuts for Veterans, making it… Login to continue reading Login…

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…

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…

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…
