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Gov. Bill Lee to deliver final State of the State address February 2
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee will deliver his final State of the State address on Monday, February 2, outlining his administration’s priorities for the… Login to continue reading Login…
Bean Station Work Session hosts LGC representative
Wade Littleton Grainger County Journal Reporter Michael Smith, of Local Government Corporation, came to Tuesday’s Bean Station Board and Mayor and Alderman work session to… Login to continue reading Login…

New Market man arrested on child exploitation charges
NEW MARKET – A 23-year-old New Market man was arrested Thursday on aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor charges after investigators say they uncovered more… Login to continue reading Login…

Knoxville council OKs $9.4 million police drone program
KNOXVILLE – The Knoxville City Council approved a $9.4 million investment to expand the Knoxville Police Department’s use of drones and other technology aimed at… Login to continue reading Login…

Planning commission meeting rescheduled
GRAINGER COUNTY – The Grainger County Planning Commission has rescheduled its January meeting. The meeting, originally set for Monday, January 26, will now be held… Login to continue reading Login…

Cold temperatures linger after Winter Storm; Schools closed in Grainger County
GRAINGER COUNTY – As forecasts began circulating earlier this month warning of a potentially significant winter storm, anticipation grew across Grainger County as residents prepared… Login to continue reading Login…

Winter conditions on the way; pet owners urged to take precautions
RUTLEDGE – Winter weather is expected to move into Grainger County bringing cold temperatures and the potential for snow, ice and hazardous travel conditions according… Login to continue reading Login…

Clinch-Powell assumes ownership of Nance House Arts & Heritage Center
RUTLEDGE — Clinch-Powell Resource Conservation and Development Council has officially assumed ownership of the historic Nance House Arts & Heritage Center and Friendship Park following… Login to continue reading Login…

2026 Tax season guide: Important dates and local filing services
RUTLEDGE – As the 2026 tax season approaches, Grainger County residents are encouraged to take note of several key federal income tax dates and… Login to continue reading Login…
Verizon outage disrupts service nationwide including Grainger County
A widespread service outage involving Verizon disrupted wireless service for customers nationwide including users in Tennessee and Grainger County on Wednesday, January 14. The outage… Login to continue reading Login…

