August 24, 2026
News
State senator Jessie Seal urges governor to declare emergency for Grainger County after flooding
RUTLEDGE – State Sen. Jessie Seal is urging Gov. Bill Lee to declare a state of emergency for Grainger County following the devastating flash flooding… Login to continue reading Login…
Local state of emergency declared following devastating Grainger County floods
RUTLEDGE – State Rep. Rick Eldridge joined County Mayor Mike Byrd and the mayors of Rutledge, Blaine and Bean Station in petitioning the State of… Login to continue reading Login…
Flood damage from Wednesday storms forces bridge closures in Rutledge
RUTLEDGE – The flooding that swept through Grainger County on Wednesday, July 22 continues to leave a lasting impact on local infrastructure as two bridges… Login to continue reading Login…
A message of thanks from Mayor Mike Byrd
Letter to the Editor, This month, we concluded our historic 250th-year celebrations with two truly spectacular events: our 2nd annual Independence Day Parade and our… Login to continue reading Login…
Flooding prompts evacuations, road closures in Grainger County
RUTLEDGE – Heavy rainfall caused flooding across Grainger County on Wednesday, prompting evacuations, road closures and warnings from local emergency officials. Grainger County Sheriff James… Login to continue reading Login…
Paul Douglas McBee Obituary
In Loving Memory of Doug McBee With grateful hearts and deep sorrow, we celebrate the life of Paul Douglas McBee, who entered the presence of… Login to continue reading Login…
Angelic Nails and Spa celebrates seventh consecutive perfect inspection
RUTLEDGE – Angelic Nails and Spa has once again earned a perfect score during its annual inspection by the Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology and… Login to continue reading Login…
Grainger County Chamber plans meet and greet in Rutledge
RUTLEDGE – Community members, local business owners and anyone interested in supporting economic growth in Grainger County are invited to attend an upcoming Grainger County… Login to continue reading Login…
Early voting opens in Grainger County; more than 55 ballots cast in first hour
RUTLEDGE – Early voting for the August 6 election officially began Friday morning in Grainger County as voters arrived at the Grainger County Election Commission… Login to continue reading Login…
Clinch-Powell recognized as THDA top producer in homebuyer education
RUTLEDGE – Clinch-Powell RC&D has been recognized by the Tennessee Housing Development Agency as a 2026 Top Producer in Homebuyer Education. The award was presented… Login to continue reading Login…