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Bethel Athletics Earns Gold Status Among Champions of Character
August 10, 2026
KANSAS CITY, Missouri – For the eleventh straight year Bethel University was recognized as a Champions of Character Five-Star Institution. Bethel is one of 203 Five-Star Winners in the nation.
West Carroll School Board to Meet
August 10, 2026
ATWOOD — The West Carroll Special School District (WCSSD) Board of Education meets Thursday, August 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the West Carroll Jr/Sr High School cafeteria. The board will discuss the following agenda items:
Carroll County Goes Back to School
August 10, 2026
Thousands of students across Carroll County made their trek back to school last week, with August 4 being the official first day of the 2026-27 school year.
Senior Day on the Midway is Thursday
August 10, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Senior Day on the Midway at the Carroll County Fair is Thursday, August 13 from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. inside the Carroll County Civic Center at 201 Fairgrounds Road.
Higdon Crowned Carroll County's Fairest
August 10, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 8–9) — Stella Higdon, of Bruceton, is Carroll County's 2026 Fairest of the Fair. Higdon earned her title Saturday afternoon, receiving her crown and sash from last year's queen, Bailey Rogers.
Prescott & Pearl Coming to theDEPOT
August 10, 2026
McKENZIE — Carli Beeler has big plans for the city of McKenzie's fashion scene. Over the weekend, the recent McKenzie High School graduate announced the launch of Prescott & Pearl, a new clothing boutique and gift shop located at 91 Bruce Street. The shop will be the first…
Meet-and-Greet for McKenzie Football, Cheer, Band a Big Hit
August 10, 2026
McKENZIE (August 8) — McKenzie football players, cheerleaders and band members hosted a meet-and-greet event Saturday at Rebel Stadium. Players from the McKenzie Youth Football League all the way up to high school, middle and high school cheerleaders and the McKenzie Marching…
Rebels Look Solid in Scrimmage with Lexington
August 10, 2026
McKENZIE (August 7) — The McKenzie High School Rebels hosted the Lexington Tigers Friday at Bethel University for their final home scrimmage of the preseason. The Rebels performed well on both sides of the ball for a one-score edge in the varsity portion of the scrimmage.
Bethel Football Season Tickets on Sale Today
August 10, 2026
MCKENZIE – The countdown to Bethel University football is on.
Bethel Athletics Earns Gold Status Among Champions of Character
August 10, 2026
KANSAS CITY, Missouri – For the eleventh straight year Bethel University was recognized as a Champions of Character Five-Star Institution. Bethel is one of 203 Five-Star Winners in the nation.
West Carroll School Board to Meet
August 10, 2026
ATWOOD — The West Carroll Special School District (WCSSD) Board of Education meets Thursday, August 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the West Carroll Jr/Sr High School cafeteria. The board will discuss the following agenda items:
Carroll County Goes Back to School
August 10, 2026
Thousands of students across Carroll County made their trek back to school last week, with August 4 being the official first day of the 2026-27 school year.
Senior Day on the Midway is Thursday
August 10, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Senior Day on the Midway at the Carroll County Fair is Thursday, August 13 from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. inside the Carroll County Civic Center at 201 Fairgrounds Road.
Higdon Crowned Carroll County's Fairest
August 10, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 8–9) — Stella Higdon, of Bruceton, is Carroll County's 2026 Fairest of the Fair. Higdon earned her title Saturday afternoon, receiving her crown and sash from last year's queen, Bailey Rogers.
Prescott & Pearl Coming to theDEPOT
August 10, 2026
McKENZIE — Carli Beeler has big plans for the city of McKenzie's fashion scene. Over the weekend, the recent McKenzie High School graduate announced the launch of Prescott & Pearl, a new clothing boutique and gift shop located at 91 Bruce Street. The shop will be the first…
Meet-and-Greet for McKenzie Football, Cheer, Band a Big Hit
August 10, 2026
McKENZIE (August 8) — McKenzie football players, cheerleaders and band members hosted a meet-and-greet event Saturday at Rebel Stadium. Players from the McKenzie Youth Football League all the way up to high school, middle and high school cheerleaders and the McKenzie Marching…
Rebels Look Solid in Scrimmage with Lexington
August 10, 2026
McKENZIE (August 7) — The McKenzie High School Rebels hosted the Lexington Tigers Friday at Bethel University for their final home scrimmage of the preseason. The Rebels performed well on both sides of the ball for a one-score edge in the varsity portion of the scrimmage.
Bethel Wildcats Football Prepare for 2026 Campaign
August 10, 2026
McKENZIE (August 10) — Coming off a 4-5 campaign in Coach Chris Springer’s first season at the helm, the Bethel University Wildcats enter year two with optimism, a talented roster and expectations that are continuing to rise.
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W Lube Pro in Huntingdon Hosts Ribbon Cutting
August 11, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 6) W Lube Pro held its ribbon-cutting and grand opening on Thursday, August 6 at its brand new location at 21110 E. Main Street in Huntingdon.
5 Broadway Debuts in Downtown McKenzie
August 7, 2026
McKENZIE (August 6) — 5 Broadway received a warm welcome from the McKenzie community on Thursday morning, as the McKenzie Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the downtown event space.
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Editor's View: Scrap
August 4, 2026
Editor’s Note: The following is a detailed account of a traffic accident that occurred on Monday, July 27, 2026. If you think reading specific details about the accident will trigger you, please use caution before reading.
Hunker Down With Kes: Raised On Milk Duds and Goo Goo’s
August 4, 2026
People ask me how did we have the energy to do all the things I write about in those black and white bygone years of the 1950’s. The answer here is simple.
The Wit and Wisdom of David Johnson: Over The River and Through the Woods
August 4, 2026
“Over the river and through the woods” — it’s a phrase that makes me sing the song, a song that reminds me of the coming holidays.
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Dr. Jay Phipps Named Tennessee Pharmacist of the Year
August 10, 2026
NASHVILLE (July 10) — Dr. Jay Phipps is the 2026 Tom C. Sharp Pharmacist of the Year, the Tennessee Pharmacists Association (TPA) recently announced. The Tom C. Sharp Pharmacist of the Year Award is one of TPA’s highest honors recognizing a pharmacist who has distinguished the…
Chris Bradshaw Named Operations Supervisor of Baptist Ambulance Carroll County
August 5, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY (August 5) — Chris Bradshaw is Baptist Ambulance's new Carroll County operations supervisor, the ambulance provider announced on Wednesday.
Keelan Sneed Receives Tennessee Grocers Scholarship
August 4, 2026
McKENZIE — The Tennessee Grocers Education Foundation recently awarded Keelan Sneed of McKenzie with a Smith & Woods Management Scholarship in the amount of $1,300.
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West Carroll School Board to Meet
August 10, 2026
ATWOOD — The West Carroll Special School District (WCSSD) Board of Education meets Thursday, August 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the West Carroll Jr/Sr High School cafeteria. The board will discuss the following agenda items:
Carroll County Goes Back to School
August 10, 2026
Thousands of students across Carroll County made their trek back to school last week, with August 4 being the official first day of the 2026-27 school year.
Bethel University Renaissance Announces Launch of Country Band
August 7, 2026
McKENZIE (August 7) — Bethel University's Renaissance program has announced its newest addition to a growing family of performance groups, launching the Renaissance Country Band this fall.
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Senior Day on the Midway is Thursday
August 10, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Senior Day on the Midway at the Carroll County Fair is Thursday, August 13 from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. inside the Carroll County Civic Center at 201 Fairgrounds Road.
Higdon Crowned Carroll County's Fairest
August 10, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 8–9) — Stella Higdon, of Bruceton, is Carroll County's 2026 Fairest of the Fair. Higdon earned her title Saturday afternoon, receiving her crown and sash from last year's queen, Bailey Rogers.
Prescott & Pearl Coming to theDEPOT
August 10, 2026
McKENZIE — Carli Beeler has big plans for the city of McKenzie's fashion scene. Over the weekend, the recent McKenzie High School graduate announced the launch of Prescott & Pearl, a new clothing boutique and gift shop located at 91 Bruce Street. The shop will be the first…
Nights on Broadway Goes Acoustic
August 7, 2026
McKenzie's summer concert series Nights on Broadway continued Thursday night with an acoustic set by musicians Tylan Johnson, Claudia Cooper and Luke Cooper. Attendees gathered around the stage on Banner Row to meet with friends and enjoy the music.
McKenzie Unveils Safe Haven Baby Box
August 7, 2026
McKENZIE (August 6) — McKenzie’s first-ever Safe Haven Baby Box opened to the public on Thursday, following a blessing ceremony and unveiling at McKenzie City Hall. The baby box gives mothers in crisis access to a safe, anonymous surrender option for a baby up to 45 days of age.
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Bethel Football Season Tickets on Sale Today
August 10, 2026
MCKENZIE – The countdown to Bethel University football is on.
Bethel Athletics Earns Gold Status Among Champions of Character
August 10, 2026
KANSAS CITY, Missouri – For the eleventh straight year Bethel University was recognized as a Champions of Character Five-Star Institution. Bethel is one of 203 Five-Star Winners in the nation.
Blackburn Inducted into USA/ASA Tennessee Hall of Fame
August 7, 2026
LEBANON (August 1) — Greg Blackburn of McKenzie was inducted Saturday into the USA Softball/Amateur Softball Association (ASA) Tennessee Hall of Fame for his 35-year career as coach/sponsor of the Jean Shoppe men's slow pitch softball team, which yielded ten world tournament wins…
Rebels Struggle Against Union City in Opener
August 7, 2026
McKENZIE (August 6) — McKenzie Middle School hosted Union City Thursday to open the football season. The Rebels struggled on both sides of the ball in the first half as the Golden Tornadoes opened up a big lead. McKenzie made some adjustments and looked better down the stretch…
Lynn Watkins Named Head Men's Golf Coach at Bethel University
August 4, 2026
McKENZIE (August 4) — Bethel University Vice President of Athletics Derek Horne announced Thursday the hiring of Lynn Watkins as the new head coach of the Wildcats' men's golf program.
Region 7-2A Football: Will Huntingdon Make a Run at a Second Straight State Championship?
August 3, 2026
After Milan’s Class 2A runner-up finish in 2024, the Bulldogs' biggest rival, Huntingdon, made the run and won the Class 2A state championship last season.
McKenzie Middle School Hosts Annual Jamboree
August 3, 2026
McKENZIE (August 1) — McKenzie Middle School hosted its annual football jamboree Saturday evening with 12 teams participating in eight scrimmages, played two at a time on a split field.
McKenzie Dominates Obion County in Scrimmage
August 3, 2026
McKENZIE (July 31) — McKenzie High School hosted Obion County Central Friday evening for an all-Rebel scrimmage at the MHS practice field. The host Rebels looked strong on both sides of the ball, especially during the varsity portion of the contest.
Patrick Willis Named NFL Alumni Northern California Man of the Year
July 29, 2026
Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Tiger turned San Francisco 49er Patrick Willis was recently the proud recipient of the NFL Alumni Northern California Chapter Man of the Year Award. The NFL alum shared news of his award online on Tuesday, July 28.
Bethel Football Season Tickets on Sale Today
August 10, 2026
MCKENZIE – The countdown to Bethel University football is on.
Bethel Athletics Earns Gold Status Among Champions of Character
August 10, 2026
KANSAS CITY, Missouri – For the eleventh straight year Bethel University was recognized as a Champions of Character Five-Star Institution. Bethel is one of 203 Five-Star Winners in the nation.
Blackburn Inducted into USA/ASA Tennessee Hall of Fame
August 7, 2026
LEBANON (August 1) — Greg Blackburn of McKenzie was inducted Saturday into the USA Softball/Amateur Softball Association (ASA) Tennessee Hall of Fame for his 35-year career as coach/sponsor of the Jean Shoppe men's slow pitch softball team, which yielded ten world tournament wins…
Rebels Struggle Against Union City in Opener
August 7, 2026
McKENZIE (August 6) — McKenzie Middle School hosted Union City Thursday to open the football season. The Rebels struggled on both sides of the ball in the first half as the Golden Tornadoes opened up a big lead. McKenzie made some adjustments and looked better down the stretch…
Lynn Watkins Named Head Men's Golf Coach at Bethel University
August 4, 2026
McKENZIE (August 4) — Bethel University Vice President of Athletics Derek Horne announced Thursday the hiring of Lynn Watkins as the new head coach of the Wildcats' men's golf program.
Region 7-2A Football: Will Huntingdon Make a Run at a Second Straight State Championship?
August 3, 2026
After Milan’s Class 2A runner-up finish in 2024, the Bulldogs' biggest rival, Huntingdon, made the run and won the Class 2A state championship last season.
McKenzie Middle School Hosts Annual Jamboree
August 3, 2026
McKENZIE (August 1) — McKenzie Middle School hosted its annual football jamboree Saturday evening with 12 teams participating in eight scrimmages, played two at a time on a split field.
McKenzie Dominates Obion County in Scrimmage
August 3, 2026
McKENZIE (July 31) — McKenzie High School hosted Obion County Central Friday evening for an all-Rebel scrimmage at the MHS practice field. The host Rebels looked strong on both sides of the ball, especially during the varsity portion of the contest.
Patrick Willis Named NFL Alumni Northern California Man of the Year
July 29, 2026
Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central Tiger turned San Francisco 49er Patrick Willis was recently the proud recipient of the NFL Alumni Northern California Chapter Man of the Year Award. The NFL alum shared news of his award online on Tuesday, July 28.
Obituaries
Sandra Kay Gallimore
August 9, 2026
Dresden, Tenn. - Sandra Kay Gallimore, 75, of Dresden, died Friday, August 7, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at her home. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Kay's life will be celebrated with visitation at Bowlin Funeral Home on Sunday, August 9, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m…
Matthew Wayne Norden
August 7, 2026
A celebration of life was held Saturday, August 8, 2026 in the Galilee General Baptist Church of Bruceton, Tenn. (250 Rogers Ln, Bruceton, TN 38317). With Bro. Paul Hollingsworth officiating.
Charles E. (Chuck) Gillenwater
August 5, 2026
Charles E. (Chuck) Gillenwater, 79, died on July 6, 2026, in San Francisco, California. A graveside service for him will be on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Carroll Memorial Gardens.
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McKenzie Rebels Meet and Greet August 8, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. is the Meet and Greet for the McKenzie Rebels including the MHS and MMS Football teams, MHS and MMS Bands, MHS and MMS Cheerleaders, and the youth football league.
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Gleason Aug. 21 Fulton Co. (Ky.) Aug. 28 @ Hollow Rock-Bruceton Sept. 4 Obion Co. Sept. 11 @ Dresden
Jul 28
Calendar 7-28-26
Area Back-to-School Dates The five Carroll County school districts (McKenzie, Huntingdon, West Carroll, Hollow Rock-Bruceton and South Carroll) begin staff in-service on Monday, July 27. Students report for a half-day on Tuesday, August 4.
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Carroll County General Sessions
August 4, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 29) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on July 29.
Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
August 4, 2026
Evading Arrest, Resisting Arrest, Driving Without a License — On July 26, Deputy Dustin McClure responded to a report of a possible intoxicated driver traveling on Highway 70 toward Huntingdon. Deputy McClure observed a black 2016 Chevrolet Malibu traveling approximately 25 mph…
McKenzie Police Reports
August 4, 2026
Joyriding — Lindsey Damesworth, Reynolds Street, McKenzie, was charged with Joyriding on August 1.
Henry County Issues Notice of Sex Offender Registrant
July 30, 2026
The Henry County Sheriff's Office released a community awareness notice Thursday, July 30, regarding a new registered sex offender being added to the Henry County area's registry.
McKenzie Police Report
July 28, 2026
Shoplifting — Alyssa Parkins, Forest Drive, Martin, was charged with Theft of Merchandise on July 24.
Property Transfers
July 27, 2026
● McKenzie Public Library Enrichment Foundation to Tyler James Meek. No District listed.
Marriage Licenses
July 27, 2026
Brandy Katesha Webb , 28, of McKenzie, to Benny Beya Benny , 21, of McKenzie.
Huntingdon Police Report
July 27, 2026
Shoplifting - According to a report made on July 11, Officer Brad Allen responded to Walmart after receiving a report of a shoplifter.
Carroll County Sheriff's Reports
July 27, 2026
Driving on revoked license - On July 15, Deputy Dustin McClure conducted a traffic stop after observing a gold Buick sedan traveling without visible registration and with a broken passenger-side taillight on East Main Street in Atwood.
Carroll County General Sessions
August 4, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 29) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on July 29.
Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
August 4, 2026
Evading Arrest, Resisting Arrest, Driving Without a License — On July 26, Deputy Dustin McClure responded to a report of a possible intoxicated driver traveling on Highway 70 toward Huntingdon. Deputy McClure observed a black 2016 Chevrolet Malibu traveling approximately 25 mph…
McKenzie Police Reports
August 4, 2026
Joyriding — Lindsey Damesworth, Reynolds Street, McKenzie, was charged with Joyriding on August 1.
Henry County Issues Notice of Sex Offender Registrant
July 30, 2026
The Henry County Sheriff's Office released a community awareness notice Thursday, July 30, regarding a new registered sex offender being added to the Henry County area's registry.
McKenzie Police Report
July 28, 2026
Shoplifting — Alyssa Parkins, Forest Drive, Martin, was charged with Theft of Merchandise on July 24.
Property Transfers
July 27, 2026
● McKenzie Public Library Enrichment Foundation to Tyler James Meek. No District listed.
Marriage Licenses
July 27, 2026
Brandy Katesha Webb , 28, of McKenzie, to Benny Beya Benny , 21, of McKenzie.
Huntingdon Police Report
July 27, 2026
Shoplifting - According to a report made on July 11, Officer Brad Allen responded to Walmart after receiving a report of a shoplifter.
Carroll County Sheriff's Reports
July 27, 2026
Driving on revoked license - On July 15, Deputy Dustin McClure conducted a traffic stop after observing a gold Buick sedan traveling without visible registration and with a broken passenger-side taillight on East Main Street in Atwood.
Carroll County General Sessions Report
July 27, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 22) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on July 22.
