TUESDAY, JANUARY 20
The Grainger County Historical Society meets on the third Tuesday of each month. For more information, contact Roy S. Lovin Jr. at 865-742-1032.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29
The Grainger County Election Commission will meet Thursday, January 29, at 4 p.m. at its office, 7701 Rutledge Pike in Rutledge. This meeting is open to the public.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4
The first day the Grainger County Election Commission may accept requests for absentee ballots for the May 5 primary election.
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, February 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341 Junior Dalton Lane in Washburn. The clinic is offered the first Wednesday of every month; schedule an appointment today at 865-212-5570.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7
The Grainger County Democratic Party will have a meet and greet with Michaela Barnett February 7, 9:30 am at the Down Home Restaurant in Rutledge.Michaela is running for Congress in District 2. Come join us to meet Michaela and support our local restaurant.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
Blaine Volunteer Fire Department will host a community breakfast Saturday, February 14, from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at 4676 Indian Ridge Road in Blaine. Cost is $10 for adults and $4 for children, with proceeds supporting the department.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16
The Grainger County Election Commission office will be closed Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents Day.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19
Qualifying deadline for the May 5, 2026, County Primary Election. Petitions must be submitted by noon. No exceptions will be made.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26
The withdrawal deadline for the May 5, 2026, County Primary Election is noon.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, March 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341 Junior Dalton Lane in Washburn. The clinic is offered the first Wednesday of every month; schedule an appointment today at 865-212-5570.
TUESDAY, MARCH 10
Qualifying deadline for the August 6, 2026, State Primary Election. Petitions must be submitted by noon. No exceptions will be made.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
Blaine Volunteer Fire Department will host a community breakfast Saturday, March 14, from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at 4676 Indian Ridge Road in Blaine. Cost is $10 for adults and $4 for children, with proceeds supporting the department.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17
The withdrawal deadline for the August 6, 2026, State Primary Election is noon.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, April 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341 Junior Dalton Lane in Washburn. The clinic is offered the first Wednesday of every month; schedule an appointment today at 865-212-5570.
MONDAY, APRIL 6
The voter registration deadline for the May 5 primary election.
APRIL 15 – APRIL 30
Early voting period for the May 5 County Primary Election.
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
Grainger’s Green Jubilee will be held Saturday, April 18, at Rutledge Elementary School, 7480 Rutledge Pike in Rutledge. The event will feature The Craft Patch, a newly rebranded artisan showcase celebrating creativity, culture and community. Organized by the Grainger County Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Development and Hometown Grainger.
TUESDAY, MAY 5
Election Day for the County Primary Election.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, May 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341 Junior Dalton Lane in Washburn. The clinic is offered the first Wednesday of every month; schedule an appointment today at 865-212-5570.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, June 3, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341 Junior Dalton Lane in Washburn. The clinic is offered the first Wednesday of every month; schedule an appointment today at 865-212-5570.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 1
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, July 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341 Junior Dalton Lane in Washburn. The clinic is offered the first Wednesday of every month; schedule an appointment today at 865-212-5570.
FRIDAY, JULY 3
Save the date and join us in downtown Rutledge for the 2026 Independence Day Celebration and Parade on Friday, July 3. The event will feature food trucks, live music, and festive fun for the whole community. More details to come!
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, August 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341 Junior Dalton Lane in Washburn. The clinic is offered the first Wednesday of every month; schedule an appointment today at 865-212-5570.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7
The first student day for the 2026 school year will be Friday, August 7, 2026. This will be an early dismissal day, with all schools dismissing at 11:30 a.m.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, September 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341 Junior Dalton Lane in Washburn. The clinic is offered the first Wednesday of every month; schedule an appointment today at 865-212-5570.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
There will be no school for students or staff on Monday, September 7, through Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, October 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341 Junior Dalton Lane in Washburn. The clinic is offered the first Wednesday of every month; schedule an appointment today at 865-212-5570.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12
Grainger County Schools will be closed for Fall Break from Monday, October 12–16, 2026.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3
There will be no school for students or staff on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in observance of Election Day.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
A free mobile healthcare clinic for uninsured individuals will be held Wednesday, December , from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Northside Community Center, 341 Junior Dalton Lane in Washburn. The clinic is offered the first Wednesday of every month; schedule an appointment today at 865-212-5570.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25
Grainger County Schools Thanksgiving Break will be Wednesday, November 25–27, 2026.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 21
Grainger County Schools will be closed for Christmas break from Monday, December 21, 2026, through Friday, January 1, 2027.
ONGOING EVENTS
Grainger County remote tag sales are held the first Tuesday of the month at the Washburn Community Building; the second Tuesday at Blaine City Hall; the third Tuesday at Thorn Hill
Community Center; and the fourth Tuesday at Bean Station Town Hall. Tag sales take place between 1 and 5 p.m.
Grainger County remote property tax collections are held the first Tuesday of the month at the Washburn Community Building; the second Tuesday at Blaine City Hall; the third Tuesday at Thorn Hill Community Center; and the fourth Tuesday at Bean Station Town Hall. Tax collection takes place between 1 and 5 p.m.