July 9, 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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Tennessee tax-free weekend set for July 31-August 2
RUTLEDGE – Tennessee shoppers will have an opportunity to save on back-to-school purchases during the state’s annual sales tax holiday, scheduled for Friday, July 31, through Sunday, August 2. During the three-day event, qualifying clothing priced at $100 or less per item, school supplies priced at $100 or less per item and personal computers priced…
Entertainment
A Taste of Grainger: Boone's Eats serves up great food, family fun and lakeside memories
Austin Dalton Grainger County Journal RUTLEDGE – There is something special about enjoying a delicious meal while overlooking the sparkling waters of Cherokee Lake, and that’s exactly what you’ll find at Boone’s Eats at Gilmore Dock. For the very first stop in the A Taste of Grainger series, we headed to this hidden lakeside gem…
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 announces PALS Night schedule
RUTLEDGE – Grainger County Schools has announced its 2026 PALS Night schedule, giving students and their families an opportunity to meet teachers, visit classrooms and…