Grainger finishes strong in Kentucky tournament

Posted on January 9, 2026  by Austin Dalton

Marlin Curnutt PINEVILLE, KENTUCKY – After disappointing outings in the first two basketball games of the Redmond Auto Group Holiday Classic, the Grainger High...
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Pirates split games for the week

Posted on January 9, 2026  by Austin Dalton

Robert Turner WASHBURN – The Washburn High School Pirates basketball team...
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RMS to recognize eighth graders during home games

Posted on January 6, 2026  by Austin Dalton

RUTLEDGE — Rutledge Middle School will recognize its eighth-grade student-athletes and...
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Jenna Maxey Honored

Posted on December 12, 2025  by Austin Dalton

Marlin Curnutt Grainger County Journal Correspondent Jenna Maxey was honored for...
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Weather

Dolly Parton turns 80

Posted on January 19, 2026  by Austin Dalton

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

Posted on January 10, 2026  by Austin Dalton

MORRISTOWN — On West Main Street, where storefronts tell stories of...
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Historic Turbine Lift Marks New Chapter at Cherokee Dam

Posted on January 9, 2026  by Austin Dalton

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

Posted on January 1, 2026  by Austin Dalton

RUTLEDGE — As families across Grainger County welcome the New Year...
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Conard Hubert Longmire

Posted on January 9, 2026  by Austin Dalton

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

Posted on January 9, 2026  by Austin Dalton

JoAnn Roach – age 84, went home to be with her...
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YVETTE DALTON

Posted on January 2, 2026  by Austin Dalton

Yvette Dalton, age 61, of Rutledge, passed away peacefully on Wednesday,...
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JAMES E. TATE JR.

Posted on January 2, 2026  by Austin Dalton

JAMES E. TATE JR. James E. Tate Jr., “Jimmy,” 82, of...
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BOE will meet Tuesday, January 20

Posted on January 20, 2026  by Austin Dalton

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

Posted on January 9, 2026  by Austin Dalton

BEAN STATION — Bean Station Elementary School was recently honored to...
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Lady Grizzlies earn championship in Florida

Posted on January 9, 2026  by Austin Dalton

Marlin Curnutt PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – The Grainger High School Lady Grizzly...
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Students donate supplies to support Kingswood School

Posted on January 1, 2026  by Austin Dalton

WASHBURN — Students from Washburn FCCLA and FBLA recently turned kindness...
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Archives seeking photographs of former Grainger County officials

Posted on January 21, 2026  by Austin Dalton

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

Posted on January 21, 2026  by Austin Dalton

WASHBURN – Area residents are invited to gather for food and...
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Chili and soup cook-off to benefit operation Christmas child

Posted on January 16, 2026  by Austin Dalton

BLAINE – The warmth of good food and the spirit of...
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Grainger’s Green Jubilee set for April 18

Posted on January 10, 2026  by Austin Dalton

RUTLEDGE – Grainger’s Green Jubilee, the annual spring celebration of gardening,...
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Archives seeking photographs of former Grainger County officials

Posted on January 21, 2026  by Austin Dalton

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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Flu activity rising across Tennessee, health officials urge vaccination

Posted on January 16, 2026  by Austin Dalton

GRAINGER COUNTY – Influenza activity is on the rise across Tennessee...
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Funeral home warns community of scams targeting grieving families

Posted on January 16, 2026  by Austin Dalton

RUTLEDGE — Local families are being urged to remain vigilant after...
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One-Lane closures planned on state route 131 in Washburn

Posted on January 16, 2026  by Austin Dalton

WASHBURN – Motorists traveling along State Route 131 in Grainger County...
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