July 21, 2026
Grainger County
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Jul 21, 2026
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Lifestyles
UT Extension hosts pepper jelly canning class
RUTLEDGE – UT Extension-Grainger County recently welcomed nine participants to a hands-on pepper jelly canning class as part of its Family and Consumer Sciences summer…
Health
Tennessee confirms first measles cases of 2026
RUTLEDGE – The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed the state’s first two measles cases of 2026 involving two individuals in middle Tennessee who are…
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News
Grainger County Chamber plans meet and greet in Rutledge
RUTLEDGE – Community members, local business owners and anyone interested in supporting economic growth in Grainger County are invited to attend an upcoming Grainger County Chamber of Commerce meeting and meet and greet on Thursday, August 6. The Chamber meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. at The Exchange, 8030 Rutledge Pike in downtown Rutledge. A…
Entertainment
National Hot Dog Day
Andrea Lovin RUTLEDGE — On July 15, 2026, Smith-Reagan Funeral Home celebrated National Hot Dog Day by serving free hot dogs, chips, and bottled water to members of the community. The event was held as a way to thank the community and give back to those the funeral home serves. A steady crowd stopped by…
Sports
Washburn cheerleaders build teamwork through stunt challenge
WASHBURN – The Washburn High School cheerleading squad recently traded traditional practice for a fun team-building challenge as athletes put their skills and creativity to…
Education
Grill Master Camp teaches cooking and safety skills to local 4-H youth
RUTLEDGE – Young participants sharpened their outdoor cooking skills during the recent Grill Master Camp hosted by UT Extension-Grainger County. Throughout the camp, 4-H members…