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On Saturday, January 21, 2023, the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Inspire program met for its first session. Students were assigned to design and build a working Ferris wheel from wooden popsicle sticks. more

1/24/23

Welcome to McKenzie, Bethel Sign to Be Moved

McKenzie — The physical roadside sign that welcomed passersby to McKenzie and Bethel University must be totally removed because it encroaches on the state right of way on State Route 22N. more

1/17/23

City Attorney Charles Trotter administers the oath of office to Don Barger, Pam Joyner and Dan Dieringer.

Trezevant Officials Administered The Oath of Office

TREZEVANT (January 10) — Three Trezevant Councilman were administered the oath of office after winning their respective races in the November 2022 election. more

1/17/23

McLemoresville Mayor and Council (L to R): Mayor Phil Williams, Councilman Don Reed, City Clerk Barbara Younger, Councilwoman Angie Martin, Councilwoman Sharron Holland, Councilman Mike Presson and Councilwoman Lana Suite.

McLemoresville Officials Administered Oath of Office

McLEMORESVILLE (January 10) — Mayor Phil Williams was recently re-elected to a four-year term in McLemoresville. His tenure as mayor began in 1977 following a four-year term as councilman, which began in 1973. He has served the citizens of McLemoresville for fifty years. more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 1/17/23

Veronica Davis speaks to the council about her neighbor’s dogs and her fears for safety.

McKenzie To Purchase Snow Plow

McKENZIE (January 12) — After December’s wintery mix, the City of McKenzie has agreed to purchase a snow plow implement to help with the flow of traffic through downtown. more

1/17/23

Wilson Foundation Donates to Habitat for Humanity

Lisa Stewart from McKenzie Banking Company presents Becky Burkhalter, office manager of the Carroll County Habitat for Humanity, a check for $2500 from the Charles P. Wilson Foundation. more

1/3/23

Stephen and Jack Brown participated in the annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church-McKenzie. Church attendees, holding lighted candles, lined around the interior wall of the sanctuary to celebrate the birth of Christ.

Candlelight Service Commemorates Christmas

Stephen and Jack Brown participated in the annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church-McKenzie. more

12/27/22

Retired General Sessions Judge looks on as State Senator John Stevens reads a proclamation honoring Logan’s service to the judiciary.

Judge Logan Honored by Peers

HUNTINGDON (December 22) — Larry Logan was honored for his service to the judiciary by the Carroll County Bar Association on Thursday, December 22 at 4 p.m. Logan served as the Carroll County General Sessions Judge and Juvenile Judge for 41 years. more

12/27/22

McKenzie Industrial Board is purchasing the former Dana, Cachengo industrial building at the Carroll County Airport. It is the only available building in the McKenzie South Industrial Park.

McKenzie Industrial Board Receives Grant, Purchases Building

McKENZIE — The year 2022 was a successful year for the McKenzie Industrial Board, landing new jobs for the county of Carroll. and city of McKenzie. As a year-end announcement, Tennessee Economic and Community Development announced the receipt of a $417,525 grant for the McKenzie Industrial Park-South at Carroll County Airport. more

12/27/22

Frozen water pipes were a real problem for homeowners and businesses. McKenzie First Cumberland Presbyterian Church held its Christmas Eve candlelight service. The Sunday morning services were canceled when a pipe burst, flooding the church.

Sub-Zero Temps, Snow Wreak Havoc at Christmas

A sudden drop in temperatures, mixed with rains that turned to snow, coupled with sub-zero temperatures wreaked havoc person in the Eastern United States. more

12/27/22

UT-Martin Chancellor Keith Carver gives Will McBride as fist bump as McBride receives his diploma.

Will McBride Graduates from UT-Martin

Will McBride, of McKenzie, received a bachelor’s degree in agricultural engineering Dec. 10 during the University of Tennessee at Martin fall commencement held in the Kathleen and Tom Elam … more

12/21/22

John Rufli, executive director of Friends of LBL and Kathy Ham, president of McKenzie Rotary Club.

Rotary Members Learn About LBL

McKENZIE — John Rufli, executive director of Friends of Land Between the Lakes, was the featured speaker at the Rotary Club of McKenzie on Tuesday, December 6. more

12/20/22

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The Old Christmasville Road

One of the oldest and most important roads in West Tennessee was the Christmasville Road built by western Carroll County settlers in the 1820s. more

By Dale Cooper | 12/20/22

Rotary Tours Pottery Direct — Kathy Ham, Nick Davis (Pottery Direct), Hugo van Woerden (Pottery Direct), Dennis Mack, Anderson, Jill Holland, James Terrell, Ed Perkins, Henk van Woerden (Pottery Direct), Josh Crocker (Pottery Direct), John Adams and Jan Latimer.

Rotary Club Tours Pottery Direct

McKENZIE (November 22) — Members of the Rotary Club of McKenzie toured Pottery Direct, one of McKenzie’s newest manufacturers on Tuesday, November 22. The company is located in the North McKenzie Industrial Park (Airport Park). more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 12/20/22

(L to R): Jackson Cassidy, Zack Aird, Marquez Taylor (holding the gold champion ball trophy), Coach Wade Comer and Rotary Vice-President Spiros Roditis.

Rotary Donates to Football Program

McKENZIE (December 13) — Rotary Club of McKenzie donated $1,000 to the McKenzie Rebels football program in an effort to purchase championship rings for the 2022 Class 1A State Championships. more

12/20/22

Carroll County Library Receives Technology Grants

NASHVILLE — Senator John Stevens, Representative Tandy Darby, Representative Brock Martin and Secretary of State Tre Hargett supported the Carroll County Library with a $4,872 Training Opportunities for the Public (TOP) grant. The grant provides computer literacy instructors and wi-fi hotspots for their patrons and a $1,178 Technology grant for new software and equipment. more

12/13/22

Huntingdon High School Band students march and play a holiday selection.

Town of Huntingdon Holds Christmas Parade

HUNTINGDON (December 11) — The Town of Huntingdon held its annual Christmas parade Sunday afternoon. more

12/13/22

Gibson County Mayor Nelson Cunningham, Brig. Gen. Warner Ross, Tennessee’s Assistant Adjutant General-Army, Milan Mayor B.W. Beasley, State Representative Brock Martin and Carroll County Mayor Joseph Butler cut a ceremonial ribbon at the Milan Volunteer Training Site during a ceremony in Milan on December 6.

Tennessee National Guard Hosts Site Opening Ceremony

MILAN (December 6) — The Tennessee Military Department hosted a ceremonial ribbon cutting at the Tennessee National Guard’s Milan Volunteer Training Site celebrating the beginning of expanded operations on Tuesday, December 6. more

12/13/22

Jeff and April Wilson announce their new business, Pet Wants Jackson, a company providing fresh pet foods.

McKenzie Couple Launches Pet Wants in Northwest Tennessee

McKENZIE — Jeff and April Wilson are excited to be serving their hometown of McKenzie and surrounding area through the launch of their premium, fresh pet food and supplies company, Pet Wants Jackson. more

12/6/22

Bobby and Cindy Gaylord volunteering at a Bethel University freshman event.

Bobby Gee’s Diner Celebrates 10th Anniversary

McKENZIE — Bobby Gee’s Diner is celebrating its tenth anniversary on December 12 and is hosting a celebration. more

12/6/22