PARIS, Tenn. – Franklin Matthew made his debut at HCMC on January 1, 2023, becoming this year’s New Year Baby. He was born in the Women’s Center of Henry County Medical Center … more

Potato Flake Cookies 1/2 cup butter 2 cups sugar 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon coconut flavoring 3 cups Bisquick 3 cups potato flakes more

McKENZIE (December 16) — Bethel University recognizes undergraduates for their outstanding academic work. Dr. Walter Butler, president of Bethel University, announced the College of Arts and Sciences fall semester 2022 Honor Roll and Dean’s List student achievements.  more

Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 2.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.69/gallon,  according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,821 stations in Tennessee. Prices in Tennessee are 39.1 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 27.8 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 8.6 cents in the last week and stands at $4.68 per gallon. more

PARIS — The Henry County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Henry County Carl Perkins Center, 24th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, Henry County School System and Paris Special School District, would like to make parents aware of a new program this holiday season. more

NASHVILLE (December 23) — Congress passed legislation to end the Medicaid continuous enrollment requirement related to the COVID-19 pandemic on April 1, 2023. At that time TennCare will be required to reverify the eligibility status of everyone receiving TennCare or CoverKids benefits. One of TennCare’s top priorities during this process is to make sure all eligible members do not risk a gap in health care coverage. more

PARIS — Due to rising numbers of COVID-19 in the community and within the facility, Henry County Healthcare Center will only allowing visitors to enter the facility through the main lobby area.   more

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

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

NASHVILLE — The rate of unemployment declined in the tri-counties of Carroll, Henry and Weakley counties between October and November 22. more

WASHINGTON, DC — The United States Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) of price changes to take effect January 22, 2023. The new rates include a three-cent increase in the price of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp from 60 cents to 63 cents. more

Hot Cocoa Mix 1 (8qt) package powdered milk 1 -12oz. jar non-dairy creamer 1 -16oz. box Nestles quick 1 cup powdered sugar Mix and put in airtight container. Use 1/3 cup for 1 cup hot water. more

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

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

The McKenzie Garden Club held their December meeting at the lovely home of Mrs. Glynda Rich. more

The Inglenook Book Club met on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, for their annual Christmas Party at McKenzie Station restaurant in McKenzie. Everyone enjoyed their meals and the food was delicious. more

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

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

Members of the McKenzie High School Class of 1967 held their 55-year reunion on October 8 at McKenzie Church of Christ. more

DRESDEN (November 29)  — Area high school and college students now have a new opportunity for global travel, thanks to a new, local non-profit organization, Global Citizen Adventure Corps (GCAC).  more