July 28, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 27, 2026) — The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce announces that applications are now open for the 2026 Adult Leadership Carroll County (LCC) class. This premier program offers participants an in-depth look at the life, work, and future of Carroll County.
July 28, 2026
TENNESSEE (July 27, 2026) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee increased 9.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.69/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 34.8 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and…
July 27, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 22) — The Huntingdon Special School District (HSSD) Board of Education approved a $15.7 million budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year following a work session on Wednesday.
July 27, 2026
As summer break comes to a close, students in the Carroll and Henry County school systems are gearing up to head back to the classroom next week. Most students across the region are set to report for their first half-day on August 3 or 4, marking the official start of the…
July 27, 2026
McKENZIE — It's football time in McKenzie this weekend as both the high school and middle school host preseason action.
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.
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.
July 26, 2026
PARIS, Tenn. — A routine traffic stop on North Market Street resulted in a major drug seizure and arrest on July 24, 2026. Deputy Coltin Wyrick of the Henry County Sheriff’s Office stopped Jason Mobley for driving without a valid license, subsequently discovering approximately…
July 26, 2026
Springville, Tenn. - The Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge will celebrate its Annual Hummingbird Banding Event on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, from 8 am to 12 pm. The day consists of a free hummingbird banding demonstration, educational documentaries about hummingbirds…
July 28, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 27, 2026) — The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce announces that applications are now open for the 2026 Adult Leadership Carroll County (LCC) class. This premier program offers participants an in-depth look at the life, work, and future of Carroll County.
July 28, 2026
TENNESSEE (July 27, 2026) — Average gasoline prices in Tennessee increased 9.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.69/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 34.8 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and…
July 27, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 22) — The Huntingdon Special School District (HSSD) Board of Education approved a $15.7 million budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year following a work session on Wednesday.
July 27, 2026
As summer break comes to a close, students in the Carroll and Henry County school systems are gearing up to head back to the classroom next week. Most students across the region are set to report for their first half-day on August 3 or 4, marking the official start of the…
July 27, 2026
McKENZIE — It's football time in McKenzie this weekend as both the high school and middle school host preseason action.
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.
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.
July 26, 2026
PARIS, Tenn. — A routine traffic stop on North Market Street resulted in a major drug seizure and arrest on July 24, 2026. Deputy Coltin Wyrick of the Henry County Sheriff’s Office stopped Jason Mobley for driving without a valid license, subsequently discovering approximately…
July 26, 2026
Springville, Tenn. - The Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge will celebrate its Annual Hummingbird Banding Event on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, from 8 am to 12 pm. The day consists of a free hummingbird banding demonstration, educational documentaries about hummingbirds…
July 24, 2026
A. Roll call, declaration of quorum, and call to order. B. Approval of council minutes of the June 23, 2026 regular meeting.
July 26, 2026
Springville, Tenn. - The Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge will celebrate its Annual Hummingbird Banding Event on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, from 8 am to 12 pm. The day consists of a free hummingbird banding demonstration, educational documentaries about hummingbirds…
July 24, 2026
McKENZIE (July 23) — The McKenzie High School Marching Rebels completed their annual two-week camp Thursday in preparation for the upcoming football and competitive marching seasons. The band previewed their 2026 field show, "Awakening," with an evening performance in the…
July 21, 2026
NASHVILLE (July 21) — State Sen. John Stevens, State Rep. Brock Martin, and Secretary of State Tre Hargett announced a $4,862 Training Opportunities for the Public (TOP) Grant award for Carroll County Library. The funding will help cover the cost of digital literacy training and…
July 21, 2026
If you are looking for a witty, intriguing, plot-thickening story of the Old South, with a jaw-dropping ending…stop right here! And do yourself a favor. Move on to the column below. I don’t have a story in mind today.
July 21, 2026
With the world at our fingertips via the click of a mouse or the touch of a mobile phone screen, are libraries and newspapers necessary anymore, especially in small towns?
July 21, 2026
If you were granted the opportunity to witness a state-sponsored execution, would you take it? It is a question that challenges the boundaries of professional duty and personal beliefs.
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.
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…
July 20, 2026
A Yuma couple originally from Chicago has brought a taste of Windy City culture to West Tennessee with their food truck, Bubba's Hot Dogs.
July 27, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 22) — The Huntingdon Special School District (HSSD) Board of Education approved a $15.7 million budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year following a work session on Wednesday.
July 27, 2026
As summer break comes to a close, students in the Carroll and Henry County school systems are gearing up to head back to the classroom next week. Most students across the region are set to report for their first half-day on August 3 or 4, marking the official start of the…
July 21, 2026
The Tennessee Department of Education released the 2025-26 TCAP assessment dashboard last week, revealing state- and district-level results. The released data reveals that McKenzie and Huntingdon had the highest percentages of students meeting or exceeding state expectations…
July 27, 2026
MARTIN — The Northwest Tennessee Local Food Network (NWTN LFN) recently announced the winners of its 2026 #GrowFoodChallenge, a regional initiative encouraging youth and families to grow food and reduce food waste. McKenzie Early Head Start earned the challenge's $250 grand…
July 22, 2026
McKENZIE (July 22) — Hometown Health Clinic hosted a Hawaiian-themed Back to School Blitz event Wednesday at its McKenzie pediatrics location.
July 21, 2026
McKENZIE (July 14) — The Rotary Club of McKenzie received a sobering yet hopeful update on the state of food insecurity in the region during their meeting on July 14, as Donna Vick, donor relations manager for the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, issued a direct call for community involvement.
July 21, 2026
McKENZIE (July 19) — The atmosphere was one of palpable joy on Walnut Street as the Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County held a dedication ceremony for its newest home, officially welcoming JayAnn Johnson as its owner.
July 21, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 17) — The Carroll County Library wrapped up its two-month-long summer program with a jubilant finale on Friday. The finale included face-painting, scavenger hunts and even a visit from the library's resident dinosaur friends. Most important of all, the finale…
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July 27, 2026
McKENZIE — It's football time in McKenzie this weekend as both the high school and middle school host preseason action.
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.
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…
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.
July 21, 2026
The McKenzie Rebels football team lost the opening game of the 2025 season, but the Rebels did not lose again until the Class 1A state championship game. The team won 13 straight games last season and took the Region 6-1A championship.
July 20, 2026
McKENZIE/HUNTINGDON (July 11-13) — Bethel University hosted the annual Coach JJ's Girls Residential Soccer Camp Saturday through Monday. Malang Jarju, head coach of the Bethel men's soccer team, runs the camp with his fellow Wildcat coaches and players.
July 20, 2026
McKENZIE (July 13-15) — The McKenzie High School Rebel and Lady Rebel soccer teams and Head Coach Karlene Ellis hosted the Lil Rebs Soccer Camp from Monday through Wednesday, drawing 25 kids ages 4-10.
July 16, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 15) — Featured speakers at this month's meeting of the Huntingdon Historical Society on Wednesday morning were former Huntingdon High School football assistant coach Jimmy Pritchard and current Head Coach Eric Swenson.
July 14, 2026
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Tenn. (June 19–22) — Building on their 2025 national appearance, Chris and Charleace Edlin continued their athletic success at the 2026 Tennessee Senior Olympics this June, collectively earning seven gold medals.
July 27, 2026
McKENZIE — It's football time in McKenzie this weekend as both the high school and middle school host preseason action.
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.
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…
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.
July 21, 2026
The McKenzie Rebels football team lost the opening game of the 2025 season, but the Rebels did not lose again until the Class 1A state championship game. The team won 13 straight games last season and took the Region 6-1A championship.
July 20, 2026
McKENZIE/HUNTINGDON (July 11-13) — Bethel University hosted the annual Coach JJ's Girls Residential Soccer Camp Saturday through Monday. Malang Jarju, head coach of the Bethel men's soccer team, runs the camp with his fellow Wildcat coaches and players.
July 20, 2026
McKENZIE (July 13-15) — The McKenzie High School Rebel and Lady Rebel soccer teams and Head Coach Karlene Ellis hosted the Lil Rebs Soccer Camp from Monday through Wednesday, drawing 25 kids ages 4-10.
July 16, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 15) — Featured speakers at this month's meeting of the Huntingdon Historical Society on Wednesday morning were former Huntingdon High School football assistant coach Jimmy Pritchard and current Head Coach Eric Swenson.
July 14, 2026
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Tenn. (June 19–22) — Building on their 2025 national appearance, Chris and Charleace Edlin continued their athletic success at the 2026 Tennessee Senior Olympics this June, collectively earning seven gold medals.
July 26, 2026
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. — Mr. Charles Kenneth “Kenny” Rush, 84, of Huntingdon, Tennessee, died Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Life Care Center.
July 23, 2026
PARIS, Tenn. — Thomas J. Hamilton, 93, of Paris, Tenn., died on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare- Volunteer Hospital in Martin, Tenn.
July 23, 2026
Mr. Billy Clayton Williams, 72, of McKenzie, died Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Cherrywood Post Acute in McKenzie.
Back to School Event is on July 25 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for K-8 grades at Webb School, 938 Walnut Ave W., McKenzie, TN 38201. There will be free clothes, shoes, underclothes, free haircuts, and hairstyles. For more information, call 731-697-5468. More information will follow.
We're excited to announce that a brand-new McKenzieBanner.com is on the way! Very soon, The McKenzie Banner will unveil a completely redesigned website built to make it easier than ever to stay up-to-date on news and developments in the tri-county area. Whether you're reading on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you'll enjoy a faster, cleaner, and more user-friendly experience.
Head Coach Keith Hodge and the McKenzie High School Rebels host the 2026 Youth Football Camp on Monday, July 20 at the MHS Indoor Practice Facility from 6-8 p.m.
July 24, 2026
A. Roll call, declaration of quorum, and call to order. B. Approval of council minutes of the June 23, 2026 regular meeting.
July 21, 2026
Aden Ray Koelling, 22, of McKenzie, to Hailey Danielle Hixson, 24, of McKenzie.
July 21, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 15) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on July 15.
July 21, 2026
David Joseph Gedemer to The Ashley Harwell Smith GST-Exempt Trust in District 6.
July 21, 2026
Seized License Plate — The registration plate on a vehicle was seized by McKenzie Police on July 17.
July 21, 2026
Possession of Schedule II Methamphetamine, Driving on Suspended License — On July 10, Deputy Dustin McClure conducted criminal interdiction on Highway 77 when he observed a white Chevrolet Silverado whose driver appeared to shield his face in an apparent attempt to avoid being identified. After pulling behind the vehicle, Deputy McClure observed it fail to maintain its lane and initiated a traffic stop.
July 24, 2026
A. Roll call, declaration of quorum, and call to order. B. Approval of council minutes of the June 23, 2026 regular meeting.
July 21, 2026
Aden Ray Koelling, 22, of McKenzie, to Hailey Danielle Hixson, 24, of McKenzie.
July 21, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 15) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on July 15.
July 21, 2026
David Joseph Gedemer to The Ashley Harwell Smith GST-Exempt Trust in District 6.
July 21, 2026
Seized License Plate — The registration plate on a vehicle was seized by McKenzie Police on July 17.
July 21, 2026
Possession of Schedule II Methamphetamine, Driving on Suspended License — On July 10, Deputy Dustin McClure conducted criminal interdiction on Highway 77 when he observed a white Chevrolet Silverado whose driver appeared to shield his face in an apparent attempt to avoid being identified. After pulling behind the vehicle, Deputy McClure observed it fail to maintain its lane and initiated a traffic stop.
July 14, 2026
Vandalism — A North Stonewall resident reported vandalism to her kitchen sink and cabinets on June 29.
July 14, 2026
Recent Carroll County marriage licenses.
July 14, 2026
Recent Carroll County property transfers.
July 14, 2026
Recent incident reports from the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office.
