Grundy County

Grundy County looking to build on 2025 success
Grundy County is coming off one of its most successful seasons in program history.

Data Centers added to Monteagle Zoning Ordinance
In Monteagle’s most recent town meeting, Ordinance 11-26’s first reading was accepted to add data centers to Section 501 of Monteagle’s zoning ordinance. Section 501… Login to continue reading Login…

Black bear population on the move
You think you may have seen a bear? You may just be right as the TWRA is reporting that black bears are expanding their reach… 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…

Home dream becomes reality for local veteran
A 35-year-old Army veteran and single father of two is settling into his new role of homeowner – a dream he wasn’t sure would happen… Login to continue reading Login…

Bryant and Schramkowski wed
Pelham native Celeste Ashlan Bryant (29) married William Alexander (“Alex”) Schramkowski (28) on May 30, 2026, in downtown Nashville. The couple celebrated the occasion with… Login to continue reading Login…

When doves fly – TWRA offers money for fields
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is seeking fields to lease for the upcoming 2026 dove hunting season. The first segment of dove season opens at noon on Tuesday, Sept. 1.

Local students offered Austin Peay scholarships
Isabella Sitz, of Monteagle was offered a Presidential Scholarship at Austin Peay State University for Fall of the 2026-2027 academic year.

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.
