August 13, 2026
Local News
Two arrested followed armed incident
Grundy County Investigators partnered with the Department of Children’s Services on a child neglect investigation at a residence on Canyon Drive in Altamont last Friday.… Login to continue reading Login…
McNeece eyes increased patrols, fiscal stability
After winning the sheriff’s office in a close election this past week, Sheriff-Elect Virgil McNeece is ready to just in with both feet once he… Login to continue reading Login…
McNeece elected sheriff, Brady retained as mayor
Virgil McNeece has been elected Grundy County Sheriff, unseating incumbent Heath Gunter while squeezing past fellow contender David Strieby in a five-candidate race. The law… Login to continue reading Login…
Monteagle eyes expanding business diversity
In 2019, Grundy County passed Resolution 19-5-20c, banning rock crushers, new gravel pits, and new quarries within 5,000 feet of schools, homes, churches, and stores. This was passed to provide a quick way for the local government to protect rural areas from the adverse side effects of large-scale industry.
Residents raise stink over sewer
This past May, a house bill, “Southern Cumberland Plateau Regional Water and Wastewater Authority,” was introduced to upgrade water and wastewater systems in Grundy County and surrounding areas. Grundy County officials have begun expanding this water system to The Caverns and into the Pelham area near the interstate exit.
The Sewanee Inn writes new chapter with Book Swap
The Sewanee Inn will write the beginning chapter of a new tradition with its First Annual Book Swap from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, National Book Lovers Day.
Judge Cameron passes at 61
Twelfth District Circuit Court Judge John Harvey “Cam” Cameron Jr., has passed away after a brief battle with cancer. He died at his home in… Login to continue reading Login…
BIG DAY ON THE MOUNTAIN
Market draws crowds, Swiss celebrate heritage For 67 years, the Monteagle Mountain Market has brought together local artists, businesses, musicians and families, continuing a tradition… Login to continue reading Login…
Student performance opens alumni project
An original performance created by current Grundy County High School students opens a Locker Project Exhibit honoring notable GCHS alumni at Littell- Partin Center, the old high school.
Layman gets five years for bicycle fatality
From accused to convicted, Haley Dianne Layman has been sentenced to a minimum of five years for a hit-andrun fatality that took the life of a Pelham man.