Mc Kenzie, TNMostly Cloudy, 81°
Wind: 11.5 mph, S
Welcome to our new web site!
To give our readers a chance to experience all that our new website has to offer, we have made all content freely avaiable, through October 1, 2018.
During this time, print and digital subscribers will not need to log in to view our stories or e-editions.
Mc Kenzie, TNHaving trouble viewing this document? Click here to download the PDF.
Having trouble viewing this document? Click here to download the PDF.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
On September 2, the members of the McKenzie High School Class of 1960 met for their sixty-third reunion.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
The McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) has spotlighted alumni at recent local events. One of the goals of the organization is to salute MHS graduates in various ways, with more activities being planned.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
HUNTINGDON (September 30) — Twenty marching bands competed at Paul Ward Stadium in the Huntingdon Marching Invitational.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
McKENZIE — McKenzie High School is celebrating Homecoming 2023 this week. Friday includes a parade, a community pep rally, introduction of the Homecoming Court and the coronation of the queen, plus the Homecoming game featuring the McKenzie Rebels and the Houston County Fighting Irish.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
HUNTINGDON (September 26) — Recreational vehicles can no longer be used as the principal use of any property inside the municipal limits of Huntingdon. The Huntingdon Mayor and Town Council approved the amendment during its September 26 meeting.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
The Carroll County Commission meets Monday, October 9. The following items are on the agenda: an amendment to the General Fund Budget for Civil Defense Insurance Recovery Funds in the amount of $16,570.90; an amendment to the General Fund Budget for Grants for the Carroll County Election Commission in the amount of $16,402.59; an amendment to the General Fund Budget for Change to Grant for Sheriffs Office in the amount of $5,000; and a resolution to reappoint Stacey McCaleb to the Carroll County Health and Educational Facilities Board.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
HUNTINGDON — The Board of Directors of Carroll County Electric held a short meeting on Thursday,
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
McKENZIE, Tenn. — Joel Washburn isn’t usually in the photo or the news story. His typical place is behind the camera or behind the keyboard. As publisher of the McKenzie Banner, he has made a career, continuing his 75-year family legacy of chronicling community life. However, in recent years, Washburn’s “community” has gone global.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
HUNTINGDON (September 28) — On Thursday morning, the Carroll County Rural Fire Committee met to discuss various items with Carroll County Fire Chief Amanda Snead and Carroll County EMA Director Janice Newman. Much of the discussion focused on insurance or the lack thereof on property/equipment.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
NASHVILLE — The employment rate improved in the tri-counties of Carroll, Henry, and Weakley counties during the August reporting period.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
HUNTINGDON (September 19) — The Carroll County Emergency Communications District Board of Directors voted to begin the process of hiring an architect for a new 9-1-1 business office.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
McKENZIE (SEPTEMBER 29, 2023) — On Friday, Tri-County Publishing, Inc. (TCP) dba The McKenzie Banner started a new chapter in its history of operation, ownership of the newspaper and printing company transferred from Joel and Teresa Washburn to their daughter, Brittany M. Martin, and son-in-law, Jason R. Martin at the law offices of Washburn and Hutcherson in Dresden, Tenn.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
McKENZIE — The new 33,710 square-foot facility, multi-purpose sports practice facility is nearing completion.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
GOOD NEWS UPDATE 10-4-23 Nevaeh was found safe in Michigan. McKENZIE — Law enforcement authorities have issued a Missing Child alert for McKenzie High School senior Nevaeh Williamson, who went missing Wednesday, September 27 in the early morning hours from her McKenzie home.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
McKENZIE — Students of McKenzie Middle School hosted the See You At The Pole, a religious gathering filled with religious devotions, prayers, and sacred music.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Friday, October 6 McKenzie hosts Houston County (Homecoming) Huntingdon at Jackson Central-Merry (JCM)
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
LINDEN (September 29) — The McKenzie Rebels wrapped up a five-week road revue picking up their sixth win on the season as they dominated the Perry County Vikings 57-7. The Rebels traveled to Linden for the week seven Region 6-1A win moving to 6-1 on the season and 3-0 in the region.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Huntingdon welcomed the Riverside Panthers to Paul Ward Stadium Friday night in a region match-up pitting the Mustangs against the team ranked number one in the state for the Class 2-A poll.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
GLEASON (September 29) — Gleason High School held its 2023 Homecoming on Friday, September 29.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
McKenzie Middle School hosted eighth-grade night on Thursday, September 28.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
HUNTINGDON (September 28) — Huntingdon’s Middle School Mustangs welcomed Jackson Northeast at Paul Ward Stadium Thursday night for the their last season match-up. With a 22-8 victory over the Jaguars, Huntingdon finished their season undefeated at 7-0, with a total 232 points scored and only 26 allowed.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Football season is in full swing. Life is filled with “fourth and one” situations, tailgate parties, blitzes, Dr. Pepper commercials, Lee Corso’s headgear predictions, and last second heroics. We hear terms like “closing speed,” “on-side kick,” “run-pass option,” “trips right,” “flanker reverse,” and “targeting” which apply to no other sport.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Chicken and Noodles 1 (3 oz.) package chicken flavored, instant ramen noodles 1 (16 oz.) package frozen broccoli, cauliflower and carrots 2/3 cup sweet and sour sauce 3 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cooked
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
The lifestyle of a Southern gentleman did not suit Andrew Jackson. His journey from a military hero during the War of 1812 to the highest office in the land is a testament to his resilience, charisma, and outright stubbornness.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Low-Income Energy Assistance Available The Northwest Tenn. Economic Development Agency is accepting applications for the Low- Income Home Energy Assistance Program. This program assists low-income households through direct energy payments to their energy provider. Proof of gross household income is required to determine eligibility.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Clay Douglas Farrell, 35, of Milan, to Beth Anne Young, 34, of Trezevant.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
HUNTINGDON (September 27) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on September 27.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Driving Under the Influence — Mitchell Clark, 34, Connie Allen Road, McKenzie, was charged with Driving Under the Influence - Third Offense on September 25.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
ATWOOD (September 29) — West Carroll War Eagles claimed a region win over the visiting McEwen Warriors.
