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Archives seeking photographs of former Grainger County officials
Grainger County Archives is seeking photographs of former Grainger County Mayors and Judges from the 1800’s to date. If you have photos to share please email them to oldrecords@graingerarchives.org, mail copies, or bring them by the archives at 7850 Rutledge Pike, Rutledge TN 37861. The archives are open on Tuesday and Thursday (except for county holidays) from 9:30 a.m. to...
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Flu activity rising across Tennessee, health officials urge vaccination
GRAINGER COUNTY – Influenza activity is on the rise across Tennessee and... Read more of this story
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Funeral home warns community of scams targeting grieving families
RUTLEDGE — Local families are being urged to remain vigilant after reports... Read more of this story
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One-Lane closures planned on state route 131 in Washburn
WASHBURN – Motorists traveling along State Route 131 in Grainger County should prepare for traffic delays beginning Monday, January 12, 2026, as construction activities...
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Grainger County Commission, Planning Commission set 2026 meeting schedules
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Commission has announced its regular meeting...
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Convenience center and landfill hours for Grainger County residents
Below is the current schedule for all Grainger County convenience centers...
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Bean Station firefighters receive comfort companions for children in crisis
BEAN STATION – When emergency crews arrive at scenes involving children,...
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Entertainment
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Dolly Parton turns 80
As Dolly Parton celebrates her 80th birthday on January 19, communities across East Tennessee are reflecting on a legacy rooted in generosity and service....
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Let’s Mahj: New social club blends tradition, friendship and fun in the heart of downtown Morristown
MORRISTOWN — On West Main Street, where storefronts tell stories of...
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Historic Turbine Lift Marks New Chapter at Cherokee Dam
JEFFERSON CITY – A piece of East Tennessee history was carefully...
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New Year’s food traditions carry hopes for luck and prosperity
RUTLEDGE — As families across Grainger County welcome the New Year...
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Sports
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Drag racer sets record at elite Virginia event
RUTLEDGE – A local racer is turning heads on the national drag racing scene and bringing recognition back home to Grainger County. Richard Reagan...
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Lady Pirates earn victories in Maryville
Robert Turner MARYVILLE – The Washburn High School Lady Pirates played...
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Lady Grizzlies earn championship in Florida
Marlin Curnutt PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – The Grainger High School Lady Grizzly...
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Grainger finishes strong in Kentucky tournament
Marlin Curnutt PINEVILLE, KENTUCKY – After disappointing outings in the first...
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Education
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BOE will meet Tuesday, January 20
The Grainger County Board of Education will meet Tuesday, January 20, at 6:30 p.m. in the central office conference room to take up a...
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Bean Station Elementary receives Angel Tree grant
BEAN STATION — Bean Station Elementary School was recently honored to...
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Lady Grizzlies earn championship in Florida
Marlin Curnutt PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – The Grainger High School Lady Grizzly...
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Students donate supplies to support Kingswood School
WASHBURN — Students from Washburn FCCLA and FBLA recently turned kindness...
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Lifestyles
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Archives seeking photographs of former Grainger County officials
Grainger County Archives is seeking photographs of former Grainger County Mayors and Judges from the 1800’s to date. If you have photos to share...
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Community Potluck Set for January 24 at Narrow Ridge in Washburn
WASHBURN – Area residents are invited to gather for food and...
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Chili and soup cook-off to benefit operation Christmas child
BLAINE – The warmth of good food and the spirit of...
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Grainger’s Green Jubilee set for April 18
RUTLEDGE – Grainger’s Green Jubilee, the annual spring celebration of gardening,...
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Obituaries
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Conard Hubert Longmire
Romans 8:18 (KJV) For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall...
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JoAnn Roach
JoAnn Roach – age 84, went home to be with her...
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YVETTE DALTON
Yvette Dalton, age 61, of Rutledge, passed away peacefully on Wednesday,...
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JAMES E. TATE JR.
JAMES E. TATE JR. James E. Tate Jr., “Jimmy,” 82, of...
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