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Can you spot the difference in these two photos? The photo on the left was taken on April 26, 2024, the photo on the right was taken today, May 15, 2024. Hint: It's red and white. more

5/15/24

Ann Anderson of McKenzie captured this photo of the rare occasion at her home on U.S. 79 in McKenzie.

Tennessee Experiences Northern Lights

Many people in the south experienced a rare incident — an Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights on Friday, May 10. more

5/14/24

SCOPE ATTENDEES — Tate Surber, Carter Kee, Emma Smith and Rachel Essary.

McKenzie Schools Hear About Possibility of Free Meals for Students

McKENZIE (May 7) — Could free school lunches for students be in the offing at McKenzie? That’s what is being explored in an effort to boost the number of students eating the school-provided lunches. more

5/14/24

Drew Beeler (right) takes the oath of office delivered by City Attorney Beau Pemberton (left).

New Fiscal Year Budget Presented

McKENZIE (May 9) — On Thursday, as part of the regular City Council meeting, the City of McKenzie presented the 2024-25 budget. Along with the first reading of the budget, the Council approved the resignation of Councilman Charles Pruneau and immediately accepted the nomination to appoint Drew Beeler to fill the vacancy. more

By Jason Martin
jmartin@mckenziebanner.com | 5/14/24

McKenzie 2024 graduates toss their mortarboards in the air in celebration.

Hats Off to Class of 2024

CARROLL COUNTY — The weekend was filled with high school graduations in Carroll County from the five county high schools. The events began Friday, May 10 with graduations at Clarksburg and West Carroll, Saturday at Huntingdon, and Sunday at McKenzie and Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central. more

5/14/24

Inclusion: Coming Together to Play

HUNTINGDON (May 4) — The pieces are being assembled for all children to play inclusively. Carroll County Inclusion Park is coming together as workers busily assemble all the special playground equipment in preparation for children’s play. more

5/7/24

The Hudson Family: The long tradition of Bethel students continues since 2006. (L to R): Ellen Hudson Clark — BS in Biology ‘12; Michael Hudson — BS in Biology ‘18; Trent Hudson (dad)- BS in Psychology ‘13; Alyssa Hudson — BS in Biology ‘24; Sherrye Hudson — MSCJ ‘13; Kelsey Hudson (daughter-in-law) — BS in Psychology ‘20; Matthew Hudson — BS in Biology ‘19; Trent’s sister — Jill Hudson Scott — BS in Biology ‘96 and MAT ‘03, and her son, Hansford, a current Bethel student. Not pictured: Jacob Hudson — BS in Computer Information Systems ‘11. Several years, there were at least three Hudsons enrolled at the same time.

Bethel University Confers 347 Degrees During Spring Commencement Ceremony

McKENZIE (May 4) — Bethel University conferred 347 degrees in associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s levels. more

5/7/24

McKenzie City Council to Appoint New Member

The McKenzie City Council meets Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall for the scheduled May meeting. Prior to the meeting, there is a scheduled workshop at 5 p.m. about the proposed 2024-25 budget. more

5/7/24

Public Works Director Announces Resignation

HUNTINGDON (May 2) — Huntingdon Public Works Director Randy Crossett announced his resignation during the May 2 meeting of the Public Works Committee. Mayor Nina Smothers said Crossett did not provide a definite date of resignation and talks between she and Crossett continue as she attempts to persuade him not to quit. more

5/7/24

(L to R) Front Row: Kyle Atkins, representing his late father, Dr. Jerry Atkins; Sevelte Gilbert; Pam Joyner; Debbie Cathy; and Linda Wicker. Back Row: Ellen Argo; Chuck Wallace; Jenny Miller; and Mark Dillahunty.

Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame Inducts 2024 Class

HUNTINGDON (May 4) — The Carroll County Sports Hall of Fame Board of Directors inducted its twenty-second class of members during a celebration on Saturday, May 4 at the Carroll County Civic Center. Nine members were inducted and 10 high school seniors were recognized for their athletic and academic accomplishments. more

5/7/24

First Responders Receive The Star of Life Award

A group of first responders in Carroll County were honored for their fast and efficient response and care for victims of an automobile accident. The group was honored by the Children’s Emergency Care Alliance of Tennessee more

5/7/24

On Tuesday, April 23, new signage was installed on Broadway Street indicating the change in direction of travel.

McKenzie Mayor Converts Broadway to One-Way Street

According to the bid notice dated March 9, 2018, The Waldren Street STP Lighting project plan involves street light installation, curb ramp installation, and sidewalk replacement to comply with ADA regulations. The project is located in the City of McKenzie, Tenn., on Waldren Street, South Main Street and Broadway Street. more

4/30/24

LCC Graduation Class and Congressman Kustoff, who presented each with a plaque for their graduation. Pictured: Nichole Baker—Zline; Preston Carter—Carroll Bank and Trust; Scott Carter—Huntingdon Special School District; Dreama Dolan—Life Care; Adriana Ezell—Office of the County Mayor; Myles Hebrard—Hollow Rock-Bruceton Special School District; Carrie Hollowell—WRAP; Ashley Horn—L.I. Smith; Derrick Hubble—Bethel University; Rakaya Humphreys—Northwest Tenn. Head Start; Audra Leggett—Huntingdon Health and Rehabilitation; Heather Megaw—Bethel University; Jeffery Roney—Tennessee Valley Realty; Emily Sublett—Centennial Bank; Brittany Twilbeck—TCAT Henry/Carroll; and Brittany Webb—Harmony Hill. Not Pictured: Skylar Hurley, TEC and Allison Keen, Carroll Bank and Trust.

Congressman Kustoff Visits Carroll County

HUNTINGDON (April 25) — Congressman David Kustoff (R-Germantown) spoke at a forum hosted by the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce on April 25 at the Carroll County Civic Center. more

4/30/24

McKenzie Fire, Rescue Assists at Single-Car Wreck

McKenzie (April 29) — A single-car accident on Monday, April 29 around lunch caused a safety concern for the driver’s safety and locomotive traffic on the nearby train track. more

4/30/24

TBI Agents Arrest Henry Man on Online Exploitation

PARIS — Special agents assigned to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force have arrested and charged a man in connection to an ongoing investigation into online child sexual exploitation. more

4/30/24

The first of three Ford F-150 pickup trucks that will be dedicated for use by the School Resource Officers (SROs) at the three McKenzie school sites.

McKenzie SROs Get New Trucks

McKENZIE (April 29) — McKenzie Police Department took delivery of the first of three Ford F-150 pickup trucks on Monday that will be dedicated for use by the Student Resource Officers (SROs) at the three McKenzie school sites. more

4/30/24

Marty Towater complained about the cost of a sewer grinder pump when he received an invoice for $3,400. The original pump was free, he said.

Huntingdon Hears More Complaints About Water

HUNTINGDON (April 23) — Three citizens were in attendance at the Huntingdon Town Mayor and Council meeting on Tuesday, April 23 to verbalize their complaints with the Huntingdon Water and Sewer Department. more

4/30/24

APRIL 23, 2024 - Treva Maitland, executive director of CASA-Midwest, cuts the ribbon for the new offices of CASA-Court Appointed Special Advocates in Carroll County.

CASA Opens New Offices in Carroll County

HUNTINGDON (April 23) — Carroll County has a new service to benefit children who need an adult to advocate for their needs and rights. Many of these children are abused or neglected and placed … more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 4/24/24

Broadway Changed to One-Way Street

McKENZIE (April 23, 2024) — Motorists in McKenzie might notice a change in how they navigate the downtown area. On Tuesday, Broadway Street was converted from a two-way to a one-way street after roughly 100 years as a two-way street... more

4/23/24

Postage Rates to Increase in July

WASHINGTON — On April 9, 2024, the United States Postal Service® filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) of Mailing Services price changes to take effect July 14, 2024. more

4/23/24