May 26, 2026
News
Convenience center and landfill hours for Grainger County residents
Below is the current schedule for all Grainger County convenience centers and the landfill. Bean Station 2344 Miller Road Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday… Login to continue reading Login…
USPS changes postmark process for mailed items
RUTLEDGE – A recent change by the United States Postal Service could affect how Grainger County residents mail time sensitive documents in 2026 and beyond,… Login to continue reading Login…
Historic Turbine Lift Marks New Chapter at Cherokee Dam
JEFFERSON CITY – A piece of East Tennessee history was carefully lifted away earlier this month as the last of Cherokee Dam’s original turbines was… Login to continue reading Login…
Grainger County Rescue Squad places new crash response truck into service
RUTLEDGE — Grainger County Rescue Squad has placed a new crash response truck into service to improve emergency response capabilities for traffic incidents and other… Login to continue reading Login…
Petitions picked up for upcoming elections
ROBERT TURNERGrainger County Journal Creative Director RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Election Commission recently announced the dates of the upcoming elections. The primary election will… Login to continue reading Login…
Two charged after stabbing, motorcycle pursuit in Tazewell
TAZEWELL – Two people have been charged following a stabbing Saturday afternoon that led to a multi-county police pursuit involving several motorcyclists, authorities said. Officers… Login to continue reading Login…
Leadership East Tennessee names new executive director
MARYVILLE – Leadership East Tennessee announced this week that Trevis Gardner has been named its new executive director effective January 1. Gardner is a Blount… Login to continue reading Login…
RMS to recognize eighth graders during home games
RUTLEDGE — Rutledge Middle School will recognize its eighth-grade student-athletes and performers during 8th Grade Night on Thursday, January 8, during home basketball action. The… Login to continue reading Login…
Grainger County Commission to Meet January 12
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Commission will meet on Monday, January 12, at 7 p.m. for its regular monthly meeting. The meeting will be open… Login to continue reading Login…
Tennessee Quit Week encourages tobacco free start to 2026
RUTLEDGE – Tennessee Quit Week runs January 5–9, 2026, and the Grainger County Health Department is encouraging residents who smoke to take steps toward a… Login to continue reading Login…