Domestic Assault — Dillon Edward Gregory, 28, Walnut Circle, McKenzie, was charged with Domestic Assault after an incident on January 17. more

In last week’s story about Sam Houston, I briefly touched on Houston’s involvement with the Cherokee Nation. He somewhat assimilated with the Cherokee and became a trusted ally. What I failed to mention is why the Cherokee Nation was sent to Oklahoma and needed a liaison. more

Beginner Computer Classes Carroll County Library is hosting free Beginning Computer Classes. Classes are one-hour increments, 3-7 p.m. on the following dates. December 11 — Google Email, Google Docs, and Google Drive. December 18 — Google Sheets and Google Slides. Registrants must register for a time for each day that they choose to participate. Contact Carroll County Library to register for these classes at 731-986-1919 or email carrollcountybooks@gmail.com. more

Traffic Charges — Sgt. Kyle Beauchamp made a traffic stop shortly after noon on Thursday, April 21, after observing a tail light out on a vehicle initiating the stop on Hwy 79. The driver was identified as Carrie Amber Shoebroek, 36, of Pineville, Louisiana. A license check revealed it was currently suspended in Louisiana and, she was unable to provide proof of insurance. more

MILAN — Dynamix Physical Therapy was named the National Practice of the Year at the 2022 Ascend Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina. The conference was hosted by WebPT, a software company created for outpatient rehab companies.  more

MCKENZIE, Tenn. (July  2022) – Coach Jeff Britt announced the signing of another New Yorker Friday. Keyshawn Kennedy, a 6’4 Bronx, New York product is the latest in the New York … more

Phil Cook was never not in my life... more

Martin is the home to a new Fast Charge TN station. The charger, located in downtown Martin, was unveiled during the meeting of the TVA at UT-Martin last week. Fast ChargingThe Martin … more

There was some controversy over where President Joe Biden and the First Lady were seated at the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. I believe they were 14 rows from the front. And many politicians, pundits, court watchers and regular folks took this as some type of slight to a sitting American president. more

 Congressman David Kustoff announced mobile office hours for the month of October. Mobile office hours are on Tuesday, October 4, and Thursday, October 6.  more

HUNTINGDON (October 13) — DaVita Dialysis opened its entirely new facility at 50 Taylor Avenue, Huntingdon following a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, October 13. more

McKENZIE, Tenn. (October 2022) — Centennial Bank, headquartered in Trezevant with a branch in McKenzie, donated approximately 80 winter jackets to the children at Head Start in McKenzie. Karen … more

McKENZIE (November 1) — A small group of alumni from McKenzie High School are developing an alumni association for those who attended McKenzie High School. The third such meeting was held November 1 at the McKenzie High School Library. more

Donald Lee Todd June 18, 1948 - November 6, 2022   Mr. Donald Lee Todd, 74, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Sunday, November 6, 2022, at his home. Funeral services were Wednesday, … more

DONALD RAY WHITE 1943 - 2022 GEORGIA - Mr. Donald Ray White, 79, of Hiram, Georgia formerly of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Monday, November 14, 2022 at Manor Lake Assisted Living in … more

Members of the McKenzie High School Class of 1967 held their 55-year reunion on October 8 at McKenzie Church of Christ. more

MARTIN (January 20) — The Fillies’ and Lady Chargers’ lived up to its billing - a must-watch game. And the final result was not certain until the final minute when the Lady Chargers eked out a 59-54 victory in a district contest featuring the two Class 2A teams. more

PARIS — The Henry County Sheriff’s Office will be holding the annual deer meat giveaway on February 25 starting at 8 a.m. until all deer meat is handed out. This year’s giveaway is at the pavilion located at the Henry County Fairgrounds. more

People hear a couple of my stories and immediately say, “You must have had the most wonderful childhood.” And they are absolutely correct. I grew up at a wonderful time, in a wonderful place, with a wonderful family...surrounded by astonishingly wonderful friends. more

Driving on Revoked — Samuel Dakota James Arrand, 28, Randle Street, McKenzie was charged with Driving on a Revoked License and Violation of Financial Responsibility after a traffic stop on March 18. more