July 11, 2026
Lifestyles
Smith-Reagan Funeral Home to host National Hot Dog Day community event
RUTLEDGE – Smith-Reagan Funeral Home will celebrate National Hot Dog Day by welcoming the community for a free hot dog lunch on Wednesday, July 15.…
Health
National UV Safety Month encourages sun protection throughout July
RUTLEDGE – As summer reaches its peak, July serves as National UV Safety Month, an annual observance that encourages people to protect themselves from the…
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News
Early voting begins July 17 for August 6 election in Grainger County
RUTLEDGE – Grainger County voters will have the opportunity to cast their ballots early beginning Friday, July 17 for Tennessee’s August 6 state and local election. Early voting will take place at the Grainger County Election Commission Office, 7701 Rutledge Pike in Rutledge, and will continue through Saturday, August 1. Voting hours are 8:30 a.m.…
Entertainment
Street dance and cruise-in to kick off Tomato Festival while raising funds for local student
RUTLEDGE – The 2026 Grainger County Tomato Festival will kick off Thursday, July 16, with the annual Street Dance and Cruise-In from 6 to 9 p.m. at SunFresh Produce. The free community event will feature music, cars and trucks of all kinds and food. Blue Springs Baptist Church will be serving its famous fried green…
Sports
Youth football camp draws strong turnout
RUTLEDGE — Grainger Football recently welcomed a strong turnout of young athletes for its annual youth football camp, held over two evenings at Grainger High…
Education
Grainger County Schools Calendar
RUTLEDGE – View the Grainger County Schools calendar to stay up to date on important dates, including holidays, breaks, teacher in-service days, and the first…