August 24, 2026
News
Tennessee tax-free weekend set for July 31-August 2
RUTLEDGE – Tennessee shoppers will have an opportunity to save on back-to-school purchases during the state’s annual sales tax holiday, scheduled for Friday, July 31,… Login to continue reading Login…
Early voting begins July 17 for August 6 election
RUTLEDGE – Grainger County voters will have the opportunity to cast their ballots early beginning Friday, July 17, ahead of the Thursday, August 6 election.… Login to continue reading Login…
Operation Southern Slow Down campaign returns to Tennessee roads
RUTLEDGE – Drivers across Tennessee can expect increased speed enforcement as the annual Operation Southern Slow Down campaign takes place July 13-19. The regional traffic… Login to continue reading Login…
Rep. Rick Eldridge announces more than $525,000 in grants for local fire departments, rescue squads
RUTLEDGE – Volunteer fire departments and rescue squads serving Grainger and Hamblen counties will receive more than $525,000 in state grant funding following an announcement… Login to continue reading Login…
Road resurfacing projects totaling $9.2 million announced for Senate District 8
RUTLEDGE – More than $9.2 million in state-funded road resurfacing projects are headed to Senate District 8, with several major improvements planned for highways in… Login to continue reading Login…
Restoration work continues on historic old jail
RUTLEDGE – Construction continues on the historic old jail in downtown Rutledge as restoration crews make steady progress on preserving the landmark. Current work includes… Login to continue reading Login…
Mardy Bowen recognized for decades of service in public safety
RUTLEDGE – Grainger County EMS Director Mardy Bowen was recently recognized by the Tennessee House of Representatives for more than four decades of dedicated service… Login to continue reading Login…
TVA seeks public input on future energy plan
RUTLEDGE – The Tennessee Valley Authority is inviting the public to review and comment on its Preliminary Final 2026 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and the… Login to continue reading Login…
Community invited to Pray4TN countywide solemn assembly July 2
RUTLEDGE – Grainger County residents are invited to join the 2026 Pray4TN Countywide Solemn Assembly on Thursday, July 2 at 2 p.m. on the back… Login to continue reading Login…
Grainger County man indicted on sexual battery, assault charges
RUTLEDGE – A Grainger County man has been indicted on multiple charges following a Tennessee Bureau of Investigation inquiry into allegations of sexual misconduct involving… Login to continue reading Login…