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Leighann Horne Honored as West Division Supervisor of Year

NASHVILLE (December 6) — Leighann Horne, Supervisor of Education for McKenzie Special School District, was honored as the West Grand Division Supervisor of the Year for the year 2024-25 school year. more

12/10/24

The McKenzie High School Interact Club recently held a food drive for United Neighbors. Pictured (L to R): Gracie Aird, Sophie Cole, Brody Berryhill, Carlton Townes, Tobey Brooks, Lydia Pate, Emma Smith and Kaitlyn Prather. Not all members were present.

McKenzie Interact Aids Those in Need

McKENZIE (November 26) — As part of their annual community service projects, the McKenzie High School Interact Club, in part with the McKenzie Rotary Club, donated food to United Neighbors in McKenzie. The soup and cracker drive also included other items that include Ramen noodles, protein bars other goods that would provided much needed nourishment within the community. more

12/3/24

Lee Carter Recognized as Master School Board Member

Recently, Dr. Lee Carter, Chairman of the Huntingdon Special School District Board of Education was recognized by the Tennessee School Board Association as a Level 5 Master School Board Member. Only 5% of current school board members in Tennessee have received this recognition. more

12/3/24

Carroll County Electrical Department had a miniature display about safety around electrical utilities. Kelly Fields, office manager, demonstrates to students how electricity can arc and create a hazard if a person does not exercise proper safety.

Middle School Students Learn About Careers

McKENZIE — McKenzie Middle School conducted a career fair on Friday, November 22 to give middle school students a glimpse of career opportunities in the area. more

11/26/24

(L to R): BePro Coordinator, Jack Robinson, Jace Hammett, Tatyum Jenkins, Mackenzie Finley, Colton Mulligan, Hannah Pinson and BePro Coordinator.

West Carroll Participates in Be Pro Be Proud Tour

West Carroll Jr./Sr. High School hosted the Be Pro Be Proud Tour, a cutting-edge mobile workforce workshop to inspire students to explore high-demand, high-paying skilled trades careers. more

11/26/24

Pictured are members of the Solavare House — Aiden Blackwell (sixth grade), Shayleigh Lewis (eighth grade), Jaden Pate (fifth grade), Mahelet Riveria (seventh grade), and teacher Josephine Wright.

Middle School Students Support Those in Need

McKENZIE — Students at McKenzie Middle School stepped up to support those people in their community who might need assistance during the holidays. more

11/26/24

Paris/Henry County officials, Board of Regents, TCAT, and Senator John Stevens and Representative Tandy Darby break ground for the new TCAT in Paris. It is a sister facility to the TCAT campus in McKenzie.

TCAT-Henry/Carroll Breaks Ground for New Paris Campus

PARIS — Paris/Henry County officials expressed their excitement for a totally new campus for Tennessee College of Applied Technology -Henry/Carroll to be located at 5215 Highway 218 Bypass, Paris -across from West Wheel and Tire. The Paris campus is a sister campus to McKenzie-based TCAT, located on Highland Drive. more

By Joel Washburn
washburn@mckenziebanner.com | 11/26/24

Hollow Rock Bruceton Attends 2024 National FFA Convention

Last month, the Hollow Rock Bruceton FFA Officers attended the 2024 National FFA Convention in Louisville. more

By Ansley Hollingsworth | 11/19/24

WCHS Student Government (L to R): Bailey Rogers, Jada Bradshaw, Taytum Jenkins, Jack Robinson, Zac Fowler, Hannah Fowler, Hannah Pinson and Britni Shepherd.

West Carroll Schools Host Veterans Day Programs

TREZEVANT/ATWOOD (November 11) — West Carroll Elementary School and West Carroll Junior/Senior High School held their annual Veterans Day programs on Monday. more

Courtesy WCSSD | 11/19/24

Cooper Davidson, a freshman at MHS, drives the Arrive Alive simulator car.

The Arrive Alive Tour Visits McKenzie High School, Promoting Safe Driving

McKENZIE (November 14) — The Arrive Alive Tour®, sponsored by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office, visited area schools including McKenzie High School on November 14 to deliver an immersive experience aimed at preventing impaired and distracted driving among teens. more

11/19/24

WCES recent SOAR Award winners (L to R): Liam Hudgins, Caylee Howell and Holland Hudgins.

West Carroll Honors Outstanding Students with Weekly SOAR Awards

West Carroll Elementary School continues to uphold its tradition of recognizing exceptional students each week through the SOAR Awards program. This initiative celebrates students who embody the school’s core values: Safety, Ownership, Achievement and Respect. more

Courtesy WCSSD | 11/19/24

New Highway, New School Sign

ATWOOD — With the opening of the new Atwood bypass highway, the purpose of a new digital informational sign at West Carroll School District’s Central Office came to fruition. more

11/19/24

Pictured (L to R): MMS Principal Dorethea Dudley Royle (MHS Class of 1977), MHSAA Treasurer Lauren Hickman (2007) and MMS Assistant Principal Josh Kee (1995).

MHS Alumni Association Donates to Local Schools

McKENZIE (November 6) — The McKenzie High School Alumni Association (MHSAA) made $300 donations to each of the three schools Wednesday. more

11/12/24

Pictured are (L to R): sixth grade representative Khloe Foster, daughter of Karl and Candace Foster; Bryant; eight grade representative Kinsley Poff, daughter of Keshia Ulrich and Troy Poff; and seventh grade representative April Shumate, daughter of Summer Simmons.

Callie Bryant Crowned WCJH Basketball Homecoming Queen

ATWOOD (November 7) — Callie Bryant, eighth grade daughter of Nick and Mandy Bryant, was crowned West Carroll Junior High Basketball Homecoming Queen during Thursday’s games against Bradford. more

11/12/24

(L to R): WCJH students Austyn Inman, Ian Pardue, Aiden Borden, Mason Walker and Anastin McAlpin enjoy a private luncheon.

West Carroll Junior High Celebrates Academic Success

West Carroll Junior High announced a group of outstanding students recognized for their academic achievement on the CASE benchmark assessments. more

11/12/24

Heather Adams (left) presents Commissioner Lana Suite with a copy of the items listed in JC Educational’s trauma backpack kit.

County to Purchase Trauma Kits For Schools

HUNTINGDON (November 7) — Recently, Carroll County was awarded a $50,000 Three-Star Grant from the State of Tennessee. more

By Jason Martin
jmartin@mckenziebanner.com | 11/12/24

Veterans in attendance at the annual Veterans Day Program at McKenzie High School.

McKenzie High School Hosts Annual Veterans Day Program

McKENZIE (November 11) — McKenzie High School’s Student Council sponsored the annual Veteran’s Day program in the gymnasium. Area veterans were invited to be honored as part of the annual ceremony. more

11/12/24

The McKenzie Marching Rebels earned fourth in finals competition at Division I.

Area Bands Excel at Championship Competitions

The four Carroll County high school marching bands concluded their competitive seasons Saturday at two championship competitions. more

11/5/24

TVA INVESTMENT — The UT Martin students who participated October 2-4 at the Student Managed Investment Fund Consortium Conference in Chicago are (L to R): Archie Scott, Kayla Potete, Mackenzie Smith, Madison Everett, Toby Bolkcom, Zach Crawford and Nathan Jones.

McKenzian Takes Part in Investment Fund Consortium with UT Martin

MARTIN — The UT Martin TVA Investment Challenge students attended and participated at the 2024 Student Managed Investment Fund Consortium (SMIFC) Conference on October 2-4 in Chicago. more

11/5/24

The 2024-25 officers of the McKenzie High School Alumni Association are (L to R): Lauren Hickman (Class of 2007), Treasurer; Karen Cobb Moore (Class of 1984), Secretary; Betsy Hall Campbell (Class of 1973), Vice President; and Drew Beeler (Class of 2020), President.

MHSAA Elects Officers, Honors Winston

McKENZIE (October 28) — The McKenzie High School Alumni Association met Monday in the high school theatre to elect new officers and reflect on the achievements of the past year. more

By Brad Sam
brad@mckenziebanner.com | 11/5/24