McKENZIE — After months of weather-caused delays, the steel is being erected on the new multi-purpose indoor sports practice facility at McKenzie High School. Construction began in December, 2023, however, a very wet winter delayed the pouring of concrete, a necessary step prior to erecting the steel. more

McKenzie (August 26) — A Saturday afternoon thunderstorm with heavy rain and high winds shortened the annual Sweet Tea Festival in downtown McKenzie. The rains sent arts and crafts and food vendors scurrying for shelter and caused the cancellation of the music acts for Saturday evening. more

Sadarius Hutcherson, a Huntingdon graduate and native, continues to keep his football career alive. From the University of South Carolina to blocking for Tom Brady in the NFL, Hutcherson has landed in Washington, D.C. with the Defenders in the UFL. more

The two FCE clubs of Carroll County, Bethel/Eastside of Huntingdon and Macedonia of McKenzie, came together in a joint effort to host the cluster meeting for Western Region FCE clubs. The Western Region consists of 31 counties bordered by the Mississippi River, There were about 70 ladies present including the extension agents for several of those counties. Lacy Yelley, our agent opened the meeting with a welcome greeting. more

Peanut Butter/Chocolate Chip Pie 1 stick butter 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup chocolate chips 1/4 cup peanut butter chips 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 -9inch pie shell more

Aug. 15 @ Union City more

McKENZIE (October 27) — Hospital Drive in McKenzie no longer includes a hospital, but there are still medical facilities, a new high-tech company, and a newly renovated headquarters for Carroll County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).  more

McKENZIE — For Joe McGuigan, graduating with his Bachelor of Arts in History on December 10 from Bethel University was just the next chapter in an already full and wildly diverse life. more

HUNTINGDON (March 29) — Huntingdon Middle School (HMS) proudly announces the students who made Honor Roll during the third quarter of the school year. Principal’s Honor Roll includes students who made all A’s and Honor Roll includes students who made all A’s and B’s. more

Bethel University students, faculty, and staff officially kicked off the new school year on Tuesday, August 22 with the annual Convocation service held in Crisp Arena. more

McKENZIE (January 23) — McKenzie High School senior Mikaela Reynolds chose to continue her education at Bethel University and is the newest signee for the Lady Wildcats Basketball Team. During a signing event at MHS on Tuesday, a school snow day, family, friends and Lady Rebels teammates join in the celebration. more

The annual Bow Wow at the Barn is Saturday, March 9, 6-10 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. more

McKENZIE (October 29) — McKenzie Elementary School hosted its annual Fall Fest on Saturday, October 29 and generated approximately $24,000 for the school. MES Parent-Teacher Organization, faculty and other staff organized the event, which included silent auctions of merchandise donated by area merchants, teachers, and other community members, games for the kids, and costume contests. more

State Representative Tandy Darby (R-Greenfield) spoke to Youth Leadership Carroll County on December 7. more

McKenzie Elementary School (MES) released the Honor and Merit Roll earners for the third nine weeks of the 2022-2023 school year. more

Join UT Extension Services for a two-day holiday workshop! Have Yourself a Thrifty Little Christmas will be presented by Lacy Yeley and Michele Atkins in Henry and Carroll counties. more

The West Carroll Special School District’s monthly meeting is Thursday, February 1 at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at West Carroll Jr/Sr High School. more

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) announced mobile office hours for the month of March. Mobile office hours will be held on Tuesday, March 5, and Thursday, March 7. more

Aug. 4 @ Huntingdon more

McKENZIE — A new welcome sign was erected last week in a partnership with the City of McKenzie and Bethel University. more