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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
The following McKenzie High School football players were honored as Region 6-A All Region.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
McKENZIE (December 9) — On Saturday, Hometown Health Clinic hosted the free community event “A Very Merry Hometown Christmas” and held a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the opening of its newly renovated pediatric center. The event provided children with a chance to get their last-minute gift requests into Santa Claus along with a petting zoo, gift shoppe, a food truck and giveaways to Santa’s lucky little ones.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
The City of McKenzie Board of Mayor and Council meets Thursday, December 14, to approve four appointments to the McKenzie Industrial Board. Those include the reappointment of Ricky Price (2 year term) and the appointment of six year terms to Mark Anderson II, Chuck Sisson and John Wright. Also up for discussion and approval is the recommendation of Earnest Umstead to the position of Water/Sewer Department Supervisor. If approved, Umstead’s promotion will take effect January 1, 2024 with the retirement of Billy Wood.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
HUNTINGDON — Huntingdon annual Christmas Parade is rescheduled to Saturday, December 16 at 6 p.m. in the downtown area. It was originally scheduled for December 9, however, severe weather was predicted and the city leaders correctly chose to delay the event.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
McKENZIE (December 9) — Eddie L. Shaw, 40, Cedar Street, McKenzie and Jaclyn N. Dodd, 32, McDonald Avenue, McKenzie, were charged with several drug charges after a traffic stop due to a display of registration violation.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
ATWOOD (December 7) — Students, faculty, and staff of West Carroll now have a medical clinic on campus, thanks to an agreement with Evans Clinic of Huntingdon. The contractual arrangement provides for a medical practitioner to visit the three campuses each Tuesday to serve the people at West Carroll schools.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
McKENZIE (December 5) — Nine teachers in the McKenzie Special School District were granted tenure during the December 5 meeting of the school board.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
DRESDEN (December 9, 2023) — On Saturday, one day shy of the two-year anniversary of the long track EF-3 tornado that churned through the heart of downtown Dresden, residents found themselves …
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
McKENZIE (December 5) — Carroll, Henry, and Benton counties are home to subterranean titanium, according to officials with IperionX. The publicly listed company is betting on the future of titanium mining in the northwest Tennessee communities to provide a lightweight, but strong metal for uses as aircraft, military vehicles, and even metal shields for EV batteries on automobiles.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
NASHVILLE — It was a celebration of service of Frank Gibson, a Gleason native, who graduated from his hometown high school in 1965, went to Nashville, and a highly successful career at The Tennessean newspaper and as an advocate for open records.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
GLEASON — The 25th anniversary of the 1999 Class 1A Ladies State Basketball Champions will be honored during a special event at Gleason School on Friday, December 15.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
PARKERS CROSSROADS — Veterans, active service members and families, plus the public are invited to attend the National Wreaths Across America Day at the Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery at Parkers Crossroads.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
A sincere “Thank You” to ALL the friends and family who attended my 100th birthday party and for the cards, gifts, phone calls and FaceTime visits I received.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
HUNTINGDON (December 7) — Thursday night, Huntingdon High School held its celebratory football banquet at the Huntingdon Church of Christ. The Quarterback Club named seniors Ashton Hutcherson and C.J. Pelonero as co-MVPs for the 11-2 football season. Hutcherson scored 108 points for the season with 1,401 yards rushing and 17 touchdowns while Pelonero posted 122 tackles with nine sacks and two interceptions.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
HUNTINGDON (December 6) — Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County has received a 2023 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in outcomes and quality.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
McKENZIE (December 3) — On Sunday, the McKenzie High School Cross Country Team held a banquet to celebrate their season at Hometown Hangout.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
GLEASON (December 1) — Gleason Third Grade Teacher, Mrs. Sherri Brawner, received recognition December 1 as the Weakley County Teacher of the Year for grades Pre-K-4.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
The very best thing about December is it comes around every year. Like clockwork! And you don’t have to “Deck the halls with boughs of holly” to enjoy it. You don’t have to find a pony under the tree every year; or, as you get older, wake up to a brand new red Mercedes Benz sitting in your driveway.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Mountain Dew, the citrus-flavored soda that has become a staple in the world of soft drinks, has a rich and intriguing history. From its humble beginnings in the 1940s to its global popularity today, Mountain Dew has undergone numerous transformations, both in terms of its flavor profile and marketing strategies.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Salmon Croquettes 1 potato peeled and diced 1 can salmon, drained with bones and skin removed Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon flour 1 egg
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
HUNTINGDON (December 6) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on December 6.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Tashara Deshea Mebane, 30, of Huntingdon, to Rodney Eugene Wright Jr., 30, of Huntingdon.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Johnathan and Jeana Curtis to Ben Thomas Jr. and Meredith K. Surber in District 22.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Domestic Assault, Drunkenness — Ethan Daniel Joyner, 33, of Yuma, was arrested on December 2 for Domestic Assault and Public Intoxication. Joyner was throwing and breaking items inside of his and the victim’s home putting her in fear for her safety. He then went through the victim’s vehicle throwing items out of the vehicle into the yard. Joyner was found outside lying in a neighbor’s yard.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Evading Arrest, Simple Possession — Randy Lynn Anderson, 52, Morris Street, McKenzie was charged with Evading Arrest and Simple Possession on December 9.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
McKENZIE (December 5) — McKenzie Lady Rebels and Rebels took victories over the Greenfield Lady Yellowjackets and Yellowjackets on December 5.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
The Huntingdon Fillies basketball team moved to 7-2 on the season with wins over South Gibson and Obion County. The Tuesday night 54-47 win against South Gibson was their second of the season over the Lady Hornets. Leading scorer for the match-up was Lilly Kee with 19 points, followed by Delaney Byars with 16, Josey Stokes and Annabelle Singleton with 7, Quinn Kelley 3, and Kelby Crossno 2. Hallie Allen and Karson Dunn led South Gibson with 13 and 12 respectively.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
McKENZIE (December 8) — Just one week earlier, McKenzie Rebels and Decatur County Riverside football teams were playing in championship games. On Friday, December 8, many of those football players were representing their respective teams on the hardwood in McKenzie High School Gymnasium. McKenzie defeated Decatur County 56-39 in the nightcap contest. Decatur County was down in manpower with several key players absent. The Rebels are now 2-3 on the season, with the early losses, in part, because many of the team members were still playing football.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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.
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
McKENZIE — After beating the Bellevue Bruins Friday night in a hard fought 56-47 battle on the opening night of the Holiday Classic, the (RV) Bethel Lady Wildcats had a much easier win Saturday beating the Harris-Stowe Hornets 77-37.
