Brad Burns
August 5, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Mr. Brad Burns, 63, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Friday, July 31, 2026 at Baptist Memorial Hospital.
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David R. Fisher
August 5, 2026
McKENZIE — David R. Fisher, 73, of McKenzie, died at his residence on Monday, August 3, 2026. Born on August 8, 1952, in Humboldt, Tennessee, he was the son of the late U.L. and Alice Jo Stavely Fisher.
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.
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August 4, 2026
Enchilada Surprise 1 lb ground beef, browned 1 package taco seasoning 1 small onion, chopped
Jackson State Community College Announces Spring Semester Honor Roll, Dean’s List
August 4, 2026
JACKSON (July 30) — The Office of Admissions and Records at Jackson State Community College released the Honor Roll and Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester.
Local Students Offered Austin Peay State University Scholarships
August 4, 2026
CLARKSVILLE (August 3) — Multiple local students were offered scholarships from Austin Peay State University for the fall semester of the 2026-27 academic year.
Vintage Baseball Teams to Play at Parkers Crossroads
August 4, 2026
PARKERS CROSSROADS — The Parkers Crossroads Battlefield Park hosts the second home game of the Resolute of Jackson Vintage Base Ball Club at noon on Saturday, August 8.
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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.
Brad Burns
August 5, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Mr. Brad Burns, 63, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Friday, July 31, 2026 at Baptist Memorial Hospital.
David R. Fisher
August 5, 2026
McKENZIE — David R. Fisher, 73, of McKenzie, died at his residence on Monday, August 3, 2026. Born on August 8, 1952, in Humboldt, Tennessee, he was the son of the late U.L. and Alice Jo Stavely Fisher.
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.
Recipes 8-4-26
August 4, 2026
Enchilada Surprise 1 lb ground beef, browned 1 package taco seasoning 1 small onion, chopped
Jackson State Community College Announces Spring Semester Honor Roll, Dean’s List
August 4, 2026
JACKSON (July 30) — The Office of Admissions and Records at Jackson State Community College released the Honor Roll and Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester.
Local Students Offered Austin Peay State University Scholarships
August 4, 2026
CLARKSVILLE (August 3) — Multiple local students were offered scholarships from Austin Peay State University for the fall semester of the 2026-27 academic year.
Vintage Baseball Teams to Play at Parkers Crossroads
August 4, 2026
PARKERS CROSSROADS — The Parkers Crossroads Battlefield Park hosts the second home game of the Resolute of Jackson Vintage Base Ball Club at noon on Saturday, August 8.
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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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Rack Room Shoes to Celebrate Grand Opening at Paris Crossing
August 5, 2026
Rack Room Shoes in Paris hosts a grand opening event Saturday, August 8, starting at 10 a.m.
Compton to Speak About History of Electricity in Carroll County
August 4, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Lynn Compton, retired general manager for the Carroll County Electric Department, will speak to the Huntingdon Historical Society about the history of electricity in Carroll County on Wednesday, August 19. Compton's presentation begins at 9 a.m. in the conference…
Vintage Baseball Teams to Play at Parkers Crossroads
August 4, 2026
PARKERS CROSSROADS — The Parkers Crossroads Battlefield Park hosts the second home game of the Resolute of Jackson Vintage Base Ball Club at noon on Saturday, August 8.
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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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Xavier Jimenez Awarded $8,500 Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship
July 29, 2026
BATON ROUGE, La. (July 28) — The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi recently awarded Xavier Jimenez of McKenzie with a fellowship worth $8,500. Jimenez is one of 40 individuals nationwide to receive a Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship.
Ryan White Selected for Local Government Leadership Program
July 21, 2026
McKENZIE (July 21) — McKenzie Police Chief Ryan White has been selected for the 2026 Local Government Leadership Program, the McKenzie Police Department announced Tuesday.
Carroll County Teens Place in Miss Tennessee Pageants
July 21, 2026
JACKSON (July 19) — Four young women represented Carroll County on the big stage last week, competing in the Miss Iris Tennessee Teen and the Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer pageants at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. Two went home this weekend as fourth runners-up to the new…
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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.
Jackson State Community College Announces Spring Semester Honor Roll, Dean’s List
August 4, 2026
JACKSON (July 30) — The Office of Admissions and Records at Jackson State Community College released the Honor Roll and Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester.
Local Students Offered Austin Peay State University Scholarships
August 4, 2026
CLARKSVILLE (August 3) — Multiple local students were offered scholarships from Austin Peay State University for the fall semester of the 2026-27 academic year.
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Mayor Edwards Swears in Huntingdon Firefighters
August 4, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 28) — The Huntingdon Fire Department reached a historic milestone Tuesday night as five of the town’s six full-time firefighters were sworn into service during the Town of Huntingdon's July meeting.
Inside McKenzie's 'Coolest' New Dessert Destination
August 3, 2026
McKENZIE — What started with buying an Italian ice machine for his tiny home has turned into what might be Shane Yarbrough's biggest business venture yet. Yarbrough, a Gleason native, held a grand opening celebration for Italian Ice & Froyo Co. on Saturday, August 1 — but to the…
Longtime CEO Retires from Baptist Memorial Hospital–Carroll County
August 3, 2026
HUNTINGDON — After a fulfilling 34 years, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Susan Breeden is saying goodbye to Baptist Memorial Hospital–Carroll County and hello to retirement. The Huntingdon hospital held a retirement reception for Breeden on Friday, July 31, honoring her decades of…
Living at Lakeside News
July 31, 2026
McKENZIE (July 31) — Nine residents celebrated birthdays in July, right alongside America celebrating her 250th birthday. Those residents were Charles Garner, Betty Grimble, Anne Isom, Lonnelle McMillen, Peggy Luther, Thomas Crawford, Elbert Hatley, Phyllis Maddox and Marjorie…
Webb School Hosts Back-to-School Events
July 28, 2026
McKENZIE (July 25) — The Webb School was the site of a community effort Saturday to help local children prepare for the upcoming school year. The event was open to students in grades K-8.
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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.
Rebel Football in Preseason Action This Weekend
July 27, 2026
McKENZIE — It's football time in McKenzie this weekend as both the high school and middle school host preseason action.
Will Dresden Repeat as Region Champion?
July 27, 2026
Last season, Dresden was the cream of the Region 7-1A crop. The Lions won the region championship with an unbeaten record in region play, and running back Luke Di Pietro was named a Class 1A Mr. Football semifinalist.
Vintage Baseball to be Played at Parkers Crossroads
July 26, 2026
DATELINE — PARKERS CROSSROADS, TennesseeThe Parkers Crossroads Battlefield Park will host the first home game of the Resolute of Jackson Vintage Base Ball Club on Saturday, August 1, at 12:00 noon. The game will be played on the southeast corner of the battlefield at the intersection of Wildersville Road and Highway 22. Admission is free, and the public is invited to attend.
McKenzie Hosts Milan for Scrimmage
July 24, 2026
McKENZIE (July 23) — McKenzie Middle School football hosted Milan Thursday evening at Rebel Stadium for a scrimmage with the regular season quickly approaching.
Blackburn to be Inducted into USA/ASA Tennessee Hall of Fame
July 24, 2026
Greg Blackburn of McKenzie will soon join a fourth Hall of Fame for his career as coach/sponsor of the Jean Shoppe men's slow pitch softball team.
Lady Wildcats Top NAIA Academic Team Honor Roll
July 21, 2026
ATLANTA (July 21) – University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Mercy University, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Bethel University (Tennessee), and Trinity Valley Community College sit atop their respective divisions in the 2025-26 WBCA Academic Top 25 Team Honor Rolls announced Tuesday by…
McKenzie High School Hosts Youth Football Camp
July 21, 2026
McKENZIE (July 20) — Coach Keith Hodge and the McKenzie High School Rebels hosted the third annual Youth Football Camp Monday evening at the indoor practice facility.
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.
Rebel Football in Preseason Action This Weekend
July 27, 2026
McKENZIE — It's football time in McKenzie this weekend as both the high school and middle school host preseason action.
Will Dresden Repeat as Region Champion?
July 27, 2026
Last season, Dresden was the cream of the Region 7-1A crop. The Lions won the region championship with an unbeaten record in region play, and running back Luke Di Pietro was named a Class 1A Mr. Football semifinalist.
Vintage Baseball to be Played at Parkers Crossroads
July 26, 2026
DATELINE — PARKERS CROSSROADS, TennesseeThe Parkers Crossroads Battlefield Park will host the first home game of the Resolute of Jackson Vintage Base Ball Club on Saturday, August 1, at 12:00 noon. The game will be played on the southeast corner of the battlefield at the intersection of Wildersville Road and Highway 22. Admission is free, and the public is invited to attend.
McKenzie Hosts Milan for Scrimmage
July 24, 2026
McKENZIE (July 23) — McKenzie Middle School football hosted Milan Thursday evening at Rebel Stadium for a scrimmage with the regular season quickly approaching.
Blackburn to be Inducted into USA/ASA Tennessee Hall of Fame
July 24, 2026
Greg Blackburn of McKenzie will soon join a fourth Hall of Fame for his career as coach/sponsor of the Jean Shoppe men's slow pitch softball team.
Lady Wildcats Top NAIA Academic Team Honor Roll
July 21, 2026
ATLANTA (July 21) – University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Mercy University, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Bethel University (Tennessee), and Trinity Valley Community College sit atop their respective divisions in the 2025-26 WBCA Academic Top 25 Team Honor Rolls announced Tuesday by…
McKenzie High School Hosts Youth Football Camp
July 21, 2026
McKENZIE (July 20) — Coach Keith Hodge and the McKenzie High School Rebels hosted the third annual Youth Football Camp Monday evening at the indoor practice facility.
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Brad Burns
August 5, 2026
HUNTINGDON — Mr. Brad Burns, 63, of Huntingdon, Tennessee died Friday, July 31, 2026 at Baptist Memorial Hospital.
David R. Fisher
August 5, 2026
McKENZIE — David R. Fisher, 73, of McKenzie, died at his residence on Monday, August 3, 2026. Born on August 8, 1952, in Humboldt, Tennessee, he was the son of the late U.L. and Alice Jo Stavely Fisher.
JoAnn Houston
August 2, 2026
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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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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.
