The first time I saw Dale Kelley was at a basketball game in Bethel College’s old gym. He was playing. I was a kid tagging along just to aggravate and embarrass my elder brother in front of his friends, Jackie Burns and Paul David Campbell. more

HUNTINGDON — A number of bands competed in the annual Huntingdon Invitational on Saturday, October 1. Local bands involved included McKenzie, West Carroll and Bruceton-Hollow Rock. more

McKENZIE (October 13, 2022) — Six alumni of McKenzie High School met Thursday to start discussions to organize an alumni association for McKenzie High School. The group set a second meeting for … more

Driving on Revoked, Speeding — Jame M. Isaac, 28, Elkwood Drive, Memphis, was charged with Driving on a Revoked License, Speeding and Violation of Financial Responsibility after a traffic stop on December 16. more

McKENZIE (February 3) — Rashad McCreary and Jose Luna signed their letters of intent to Bethel University and extended their football careers to the collegiate level. more

Criminal Trespass, Possession of Methamphetamine — On February 26, McKenzie dispatch received a call referencing a possible prowler in the backyard of his residence on Bertha Street. The caller advised that there was a loud truck, possibly a Dodge, parked at the Relax Inn. The complainant then saw a male subject prowling on their property. Sgt. Cody Coleman responded to the call along with officers Davis, Batchelder and Williams. The truck and prowler were not located. more

STANTON, Tenn. (March 24) ­— Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Ford Motor Company marked significant progress on construction at the historic BlueOval City complex in West Tennessee. more

McKENZIE (April 25) — In a special called meeting, the City of McKenzie Board of Mayor and Council unanimously decided to notify the State of Tennessee that the municipality plans to leave the state insurance plan. Not present for the meeting were Vice-Mayor Jesse Townes and Councilperson Josefina Batton. more

The Macedonia Family and Community Education (FCE) organization met on Monday, June 5. Sandi Deming hosted at her home. more

The following cases were heard on August 16 in Carroll County General Sessions Court. more

MARTIN, Tenn. - Graveside funeral services for Kathy Ann Savers are September 11, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Public Wells Cemetery, Martin. The family will receive friends on September 11, 2023 at … more

September 29 McKenzie at Perry Co. Huntingdon vs Riverside West Carroll vs McEwen Gleason vs Lake Co. Central at Houston Co. more

  WASHINGTON -- FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) this Wednesday.     Test Messages Will be Sent to All TVs, Radios and Cell Phones WASHINGTON … more

Driving on Suspended License — Jarquez Wilson, 23, of McKenzie, was arrested on September 28 for driving on a suspended license. Deputy Scott pulled over Wilson for speeding when he then learned his license was suspended. more

McKENZIE (December 7) — A two-car collision at the intersection of State Route 22 and Connie Allen Road sent one of the drivers to the hospital via air ambulance. more

NASHVILLE — As 2023 turns into 2024, some new laws will take effect in Tennessee at the start of the new year. New laws such as the gun safety course law, Abrial’s Law and more will take effect on Jan. 1. Some of the new laws include: more

GLEASON (February 6) — Gleason Basketball Senior Night recognized nine outstanding seniors who have given their time and talents for the Bulldog program and who participated in their last regular season home basketball game at Gleason School. Each player was joined by their parents, family and special loved ones on the court. Seniors were presented with a commemorative plaque by their head coach and Gleason School. more

McKENZIE — Coach John Wilkins is hosting summer basketball camps for boys and girls during the summer. more

McKENZIE (JUNE 21) — More than 100 persons attended the first-ever McKenzie Chamber of Commerce banquet on Tuesday, June 21 at The Venue at Waddell Place in McKenzie. The Chamber has more than 100 members in its inaugural year. Monica Heath serves as the executive director of the newly former McKenzie Chamber of Commerce and Industry. more

HUNTINGDON (July 22) — The contents of the time capsule, buried in July 1972, was placed on display last Thursday and Friday for a limited-time showing. more