April 8, 2026
News
County bus routes in critical need of drivers
RUTLEDGE — Grainger County’s school bus system is facing one of its most serious driver shortages in years prompting school officials to issue a communitywide… 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…
Jenna Maxey Honored
Marlin Curnutt Grainger County Journal Correspondent Jenna Maxey was honored for a volleyball milestone Friday, December 5 by Grainger High School. The Lady Grizzly volleyball… Login to continue reading Login…
Grainger Commission handles elections, resolutions and community news plan
RUTLEDGE — Grainger County commissioners handled elections, budget amendments and several resolutions Monday, December 8, while also hearing a proposal to expand local news coverage… Login to continue reading Login…
Powell man charged with attempted murder after violent June attack on deputy
KNOXVILLE — A Powell man is now facing attempted murder charges after a June disturbance escalated into a violent confrontation that left a Knox County… 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…
Ebany Hill Honored
Robert Turner Creative Director – Grainger County Journal Washburn High School Lady Pirate Ebany Hill was honored Monday, December 8 for achieving her 1,000-career point.… 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…
Rep. Rick Eldridge announces $773K for Grainger County infrastructure, safety improvements
NASHVILLE – State Rep. Rick Eldridge, R-Morristown, announced $772,850 in grant funding has been awarded to the towns of Bean Station and Blaine for local… Login to continue reading Login…
Bean Station agrees to adopt Standard Building Codes
WADE LITTLETONGrainger County Journal Reporter BEAN STATION – In its Monday, November 24th meeting, the Bean Station Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted to adopt… Login to continue reading Login…