May 2, 2026
Lifestyles
Grainger County invites residents to ‘Paint Grainger Red, White & Blue’ ahead of America’s 250th celebration
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Chamber of Commerce is calling on residents, businesses and organizations to take part in a countywide decorating contest as part…
Health
Clinical interns complete CCMA exam, prepare for careers in health care
RUTLEDGE – Students in Grainger County Schools Career and Technical Education program reached a major milestone this week as clinical interns in Mrs. Longmire’s health…
Obituaries
News
Early voting tops 1,300 ahead of Tuesday election
RUTLEDGE – Early voting in Grainger County has wrapped up with a total of 1,303 ballots cast ahead of Election Day. The county election will be held Tuesday, May 5. Polls will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and voters must vote at their assigned precinct. For more information on where to vote…
Entertainment
Grainger County Historical Bus Tour invites community to explore ‘A Trail Through Time’
BLAINE – Residents and visitors will have an opportunity to experience the history of Grainger County firsthand during the upcoming Grainger County Historical Bus Tour set for Saturday, May 23, 2026. Hosted by the Grainger County Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Historical Society, the guided motor-coach tour offers a daylong journey across the county highlighting…
Sports
Lady Pioneers set for regional finals showdown
RUTLEDGE — The Rutledge Lady Pioneers will take the field Saturday May 2 in the regional finals continuing a postseason run that has captured the…
Education
WOW Fair Held at Grainger High School
RUTLEDGE – Grainger High School hosted its annual WOW Fair on Tuesday, April 28 giving students in grades 7 through 12 a chance to explore…