May 3, 2026
Lifestyles
Blaine Farmers & Artisans Market sees steady turnout for season opening
BLAINE – The Blaine Farmers & Artisans Market opened its 2026 season Saturday, May 2 with an overwhelming turnout as residents from across Grainger County…
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
Grainger leaders represent county in East Tennessee Leadership program
RUTLEDGE – Two longtime community leaders are representing Grainger County through the East Tennessee Leadership program, bringing decades of service and experience to a regional effort focused on developing future leadership. Mardy Bowen, director of Grainger County EMS and a familiar name in local emergency services and public service, is participating in the East Tennessee…
Entertainment
Ridge Runners to host car show May 9 in Blaine
BLAINE – The Grainger County Ridge Runners Car Club will host a car show on Saturday, May 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Blaine Ball Park, 220 Indian Ridge Road. The event will be held rain or shine and will feature a live auction, 50/50 raffle and silent auction. Organizers said 12 trophies…
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…