The Bugle-Herald was a successor to the Carter County Bugle, which was established in 1891 and the Grayson Herald, which was established in 1900. The two were consolidated January 1, 1904. The staff included the following: John Marshall, Editor; Ida Rutledge, Local Editor; Mrs. M. J. Rutledge, Manager and B. H. Rutledge, Solicitor and Advertising Agent.