DRESDEN (May 1) — The year 2023 marks the 59th year since the Community Action Network was established to help American families and communities overcome obstacles to poverty. Over 1000 agencies across the country are working every day to create opportunities and transform the lives of their neighbors, making communities stronger and helping families across the US thrive. This year, Northwest Tenn. Economic Development Council (NWTEDC), a proud member of the Community Action Network, will also commemorate 51 years in service helping families throughout Carroll County, Tennessee. more

NASHVILLE — On Friday, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee marked the close of the 2023 legislative session, which includes the successful passage of his $56.2 billion budget and full legislative agenda as outlined during his State of the State address in February. more

HUNTINGDON (April 27) — Carroll County Electric Department Board of Directors had a short agenda for their monthly meeting on April 27. However, Ryan Drewry, general manager, said the department has some long-term needs to consider. more

The Carroll County Commission meets Monday, May 8 with an agenda containing four resolutions, two of which deal with amendments to the 2022-23 Highway Budget. Resolution 5-02-2023 amends the Highway Fund Budget $80,000 transferring from the Workers Compensation Insurance line item into the expenditure accounts to adjust line items due to cost increases in maintenance ($10,000), travel ($10,000), and equipment ($60,000). Resolution 5-03-2023 amends the Highway Fund Budget to balance the salary by $2,000 due to vacation pay for employees who have retired. more

HENRY COUNTY — A 1984 Chevrolet Camaro was recovered Tuesday near the Springville pump house after being submerged for years in Kentucky Lake has been identified as a car stolen from a local dealership. more

TENNESSEE — The labor force estimates for Tennessee indicate a strong labor force with 3.4 percent unemployment statewide compared to a national average of 3.5 percentage points. more

HUNTINGDON (April 25) — The Town of Huntingdon Mayor and Council voted to purchase a 2022 Ford Police Interceptor SUV from Ford of Murfreesboro during its April 25 meeting. 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

McKENZIE —Bethel University’s spring commencement ceremony is Saturday, May 6, 10 a.m. in Crisp Arena located inside the Vera Low Center for Student Enrichment on the McKenzie campus. more

McKENZIE (April 28) — The driver of a small pickup truck was transported by Baptist EMS following a single vehicle accident at 8:52 a.m. Friday. more

McKenzie Special School District introduces Dr. Justin Barden, director-elect of the McKenzie Special School District. MSSD officials are announcing a meet and greet for Dr. Barden and his family.The … more

The McKenzie Lady Rebels fell to the South Gibson Lady Hornets 9-2 Thursday night, April 27, between raindrops. The Lady Hornets had 11 hits for nine runs. more

The Houston County Fighting Irish defeated the McKenzie Lady Rebels 7-5 after stealing the lead in the seventh inning. more

Theft — Nine vehicles were vandalized on April 24 when the catalytic converters were all removed from underneath the vehicles. more

George and Bonnie Bucy to Helen Ruth and William Horace Davis in District 21. more

Kevin Austin Lambuth, 26, of Huntingdon was cited and charged with Driving on a Suspended License: first offense on 04/22/23. more

Aggravated Assault — Bethany Renae Brown, 31, of Huntingdon was placed under arrest for Domestic Assault. more

HUNTINGDON (April 26) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on April 26. more

Carroll County Chamber Hosts National Day of Prayer The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the 72nd Annual National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 8 a.m. at the Carroll County Airport. The theme for 2023, is Pray fervently in righteousness and avail much emphasizing the need for individuals, corporately and individually, to return to the God of our Fathers in reverence for his Holy name. The national theme comes from James 5:16, where it says, “Pray fervently in righteousness and avail much.” The public is invited to attend as we pray for our nation, our state, our county, and our neighbors. This event is sponsored locally by the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce. For more information, please contact the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce at 731-986-4664. more

Working in newspaper business and political area, you come across a huge assortment of folks. The longer you’re in the business you see multiple generations of folks have a tendency to follow in their forefather’s footsteps. In the April 25, 2023 edition of The Banner, local students bore witness to The Tennessee Civil Court of Appeals. One of the justices on the panel was Frank Clement, Jr. son of former Tennessee Governor Frank G. Clement. A few years back while I was a member of the McKenzie City Council, I had the privilege to welcome the former governor’s other son, Bob Clement, to town. more