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Celebrate your graduate in print: grainger county journal offers special congratulatory tributes
GRAINGER COUNTY – Graduation season is a time of pride, reflection and celebration across Grainger County, and the Grainger County Journal is offering families a… Login to continue reading Login…

Grainger County Journal, Veterans Service Office seek nominations for Veteran of the Month
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Journal, in partnership with the Grainger County Veterans Service Office and Ridgeview Terrace, is inviting the public to help recognize… Login to continue reading Login…

Grainger County Valentine’s Guide: Shop local, share the love
GRAINGER COUNTY – Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and love is in the air across Grainger County. From thoughtful gifts and cozy coffee… Login to continue reading Login…

Voluntary Pre-K Enrollment Opens March 17, 2026
We are pleased to announce that enrollment for Grainger County’s Voluntary Pre-K program will open on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. All Grainger County families with… Login to continue reading Login…

Exclusive First Look: The Grizz Market & Deli coming soon to Rutledge
Update: The Grizz Market & Deli has announced it will officially open February 17 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Beginning February 18, regular business… 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…

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…

HonorAir Knoxville to conclude mission after nearly two decades of honoring East Tennessee veterans
KNOXVILLE – For nearly 20 years, HonorAir Knoxville has quietly and faithfully carried East Tennessee veterans to Washington, D.C., giving them the chance to stand… Login to continue reading Login…

