The article of the school board meeting on June 15 caught my attention about nothing but money increases all across the system. Not a word was printed about what the new director wanted to do for teaching the children, just new money for so many things. more

June 20, 2023 — The mass shooting at the Covenant School in Nashville has led to an extraordinary legal battle over the public records law and transparency of our criminal justice system. more

Chicken Gumbo 1 chicken, cut up 1 green pepper, chopped fine 1 large can mushrooms 2 bottles stuffed olives, sliced 1 can tomatoes 1medium sized onion Salt, black pepper, and red pepper to taste 1 pod garlic 2 tablespoon sugar Pinch of sage and parsley Cooked rice Add enough water to cover chicken until tender. Serve over rice. Serves 8-10 more

Come on down to Liquorland, McKenzie’s newest liquor store. The store is owned by Peter Patel, who also owns Paris Westwood Wines & Liquor, and is next to McKenzie’s BP gas station, at 15984 Highland Dr., McKenzie. more

To celebrate gifting over 200 million books to children worldwide, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library decided to take a page out of Willy Wonka’s book and randomly hide special bookmarks in seven of September’s gifted books. more

The bleach-blond McKenzie Rebels gathered in the McKenzie High School cafeteria to celebrate the end of another thrilling baseball season. more

MARTIN — Effective leaders look beyond their immediate surroundings to identify growth opportunities and ways to improve life for others. McKenzie resident Christy Williams, branch manager and vice president of Regions Bank, valued the class sessions, and the people she met established connections that will help turn ideas into action. more

Johnson Ice Bucket Challenge July 6 Join Dusty Johnson as she dunks her dad, Trent Johnson, at McKenzie VFW, 9750 Cherrywood Rd., at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 6. Dusty donated an initial $500 to St. Jude, and the VFW will have a station set up from 5-5:30 p.m. for additional donations from friends and community members. more

Lake Access Fees, New Rules in Effect for Lake Halford NASHVILLE --- Effective July 1, all Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Lake permits will be available for purchase online. Permits had … more

In the annals of country music history, one name stands out with a unique blend of talent, humor, and tragedy: David “Stringbean” Akeman. Born on June 17, 1915, in Annville, Kentucky, Akeman’s musical journey would take him to great heights, including performances on the Grand Ole Opry and the iconic television show Hee Haw. However, it is his untimely death and the subsequent events that would forever etch his name in the hearts of fans and musicians alike. more

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service is increasing the price of a first-class stamp on July 9. The new rate for a one-ounce letter is 66 cents, an increase of 4.8 percent from the current rate … more

Welding is often considered a man’s trade, but Lillian Ninness is here to change that. The 2023 Huntingdon High School graduate is one of two women in her welding class at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie (TCAT), but she won’t let that stop her from chasing her passion. more

HUNTINGDON (June 27) — The Town of Huntingdon Mayor and Council approved the second and final readings on the 2023-24 fiscal year budget. more

TREZEVANT (June 28) — New playground equipment is almost full assembled and ready for the children of the Trezevant area to enjoy. It is located adjacent to Trezevant Elementary School and adjacent to the city’s ballfields. more

McKENZIE (June 29) — McKenzie Police Department (MPD) is the new provider of student resource officers (SROs) for McKenzie Special School District (MSSD). more

STEWART COUNTY, Tenn. (JULY 1) - The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency responded to a call about a boating accident on Saturday, July 1, 2023, around 3:45 p.m. The accident occurred on Kentucky … more

COURTESY OF MCKENZIE FIRE DEPARTMENT -  Call log: 7/2/2023 - 23:03 hrs - Structure fire - 571 Hico Road - Responding units: Car 103, Engine 918, Tanker 924, Rescue 925. Also on scene: … more

  HUNTINGDON  Mr. James Michael “Mike” Thomas, 70 of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at his home. Funeral services are Saturday, July 8, … more

HUNTINGDON (June 29) — Effective October 1, ratepayers of Carroll County Electric Department (CCED) will experience a slight increase in electric rates. This is the first rate increase since 2018, according to Ryan Drewry, general manager of CCED. more

  JAMES CROCKER WATSON, JR. (Jimmy) 1943 — 2023   HUNTINGDON, Tenn. — James (Jimmy)  Crocker Watson, Jr.., 79, died Saturday, June 24, 2023 after a … more