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McKenzie Motor Inn was built in the 1960s at the intersection of U.S. 79 and Cherrywood.
Pictorial History of McKenzie: McKenzie Motor Inn
McKenzie Motor Inn was built in the 1960s at the intersection of U.S. 79 and Cherrywood. File photo originally published in “A Pictorial History of McKenzie, Tennessee,” by The McKenzie … more
Be Still, And Know...
I’ve never seen so much hand sanitizer in all my life!Of course, the same can’t be said for toilet paper. Talk about a sign of the times!Americans can be the silliest people, even in the … more
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Teach A Young Boy To Fish...
Miss Barbara Clark taught our freshman high school English class. Holy Cow, Goodness gracious, merciful Heavens, sakes alive, Mother Maybelle! It was without a doubt the most difficult—dare I … more
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Western Auto, owned and operated by Jack Hall, Cedar Street, McKenzie, early 1960s.
Pictorial History of McKenzie: Western Auto
Western Auto, owned and operated by Jack Hall, Cedar Street, McKenzie, early 1960s. File photo originally published in “A Pictorial History of McKenzie, Tennessee,” by The McKenzie Banner … more
Ed and Lucille Brashear about 1953 in front of Riley’s Furniture Truck. Riley’s is where Ed first worked in furniture sales in downtown McKenzie.
Pictorial History of McKenzie: Ed and Lucille Brashear
Ed and Lucille Brashear about 1953 in front of Riley’s Furniture Truck. Riley’s is where Ed first worked in furniture sales in downtown McKenzie. File photo originally published in … more
All that Glitters is Not Gold
It’s hard to ignore the folks clamoring to be the next President of the United States. Believe me, I have tried. It’s not that I don’t care. It’s more like we’re being … more
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Vince Edwards, McKenzie High School and Bethel College alumnus, choral director of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Chesshire, CT., 1993.
Pictorial History of McKenzie, Tennessee: Vince Edwards
Vince Edwards, McKenzie High School and Bethel College alumnus, choral director of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Chesshire, CT., 1993. File photo originally published in “A Pictorial … more
Loving Them Was Easy Lord
I don’t know if I am celebrating or commiserating this morning. Thirty-six years is a long time. And I don’t care if you are talking job, marriage, living quarters, prison confinement or … more
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Centennial, 1969. Standing (L to R): Kevin White, Carla White Crocker, Cindi Wade and Dwayne “Bubba” Melton, Jr. Seated (L to R): Barbara Bannister and Cluster Ellis. Standing: Roy Ellis.
Pictorial History of McKenzie: Centennial
Centennial, 1969. Standing (L to R): Kevin White, Carla White Crocker, Cindi Wade and Dwayne “Bubba” Melton, Jr. Seated (L to R): Barbara Bannister and Cluster Ellis. Standing: Roy Ellis. … more
Ode To The IRS
My first paying job was picking up black walnuts. Mrs. Boaz hired me, Leon and David Mark to get rid of the offending hard shelled culprits that had fallen from the humongous tree in her backyard. … more
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Jeff and Jennifer Washburn and children (L to R): Front Row — Amanda Guthrie, James Washburn and Britne Mansfield; Back Row — Chris Butts, Jennifer Washburn, Jeff Washburn and Jeremy Washburn.
The Washburns (Part V)
McKenzie Banner’s 150-year history includes 72 years of involvement by the Washburn family. James Washburn started in 1948 as a printer’s devil. His sons, Jeffery and Joel have worked in … more
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Every Second Counts
I would get soooo excited over going to the picture show. We’d see Roy Rogers, Randolph Scott or Audie Murphy. What a “big event” for a young lad. But as the years roll irrevocably … more
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Harry Toombs with team at his homeplace on Rochelle Store Road in Macedonia Community, 1942.
Pictorial History of McKenzie: Harry Toombs
Harry Toombs with team at his homeplace on Rochelle Store Road in Macedonia Community, 1942. File photo originally published in “A Pictorial History of McKenzie, Tennessee,” by The … more
Ice Storm, 1994.
Pictorial History of McKenzie: Ice Storm 1994
Ice Storm, 1994. File photo originally published in “A Pictorial History of McKenzie, Tennessee,” by The McKenzie Banner in October 2004. more
Talk About A REAL Cupid!
To understand the importance of this Valentine miracle, we’ve got to start in Eau Claire, Michigan. In the summer of 1960. I was thirteen. It was only the second time I had ever been out of the … more
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In This Corner, Wearing the Blue Trunks
I’ve heard enough gloom and doom talk over this impeachment thing to last a lifetime. And it comes from all sides. Both parties. Male and female. Young and old…They’ve about fixed … more
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Bob Hope came to Bethel in May of 1975 to help raise money and support for the College. Pictured (L to R): Dr. Raymon Burroughs, Bob Hope, Rev. Jack Barker and Dr. Fred Bryson.
Pictorial History of McKenzie, Tennessee: Bob Hope
Bob Hope came to Bethel in May of 1975 to help raise money and support for the College. Pictured (L to R): Dr. Raymon Burroughs, Bob Hope, Rev. Jack Barker and Dr. Fred Bryson. File photo originally … more
Hillbilly Heaven on Steroids
It’s the dangdest thing I’ve ever seen. And it’s not that big. I have no clue how it works. But I’m telling you, it is the best birthday gift I have received in … more
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Comb’s Jewelers Owner, Milton Combs, presents the keys to new owner, Lynda Miller, 1980. Miller and her husband, Kenneth, owned and operated Miller’s Jewelers on Cedar Street.
A Pictorial History of McKenzie, Tennessee: Comb's Jewelers
Comb’s Jewelers Owner, Milton Combs, presents the keys to new owner, Lynda Miller, 1980. Miller and her husband, Kenneth, owned and operated Miller’s Jewelers on Cedar Street. File photo … more
Leave Nothing to Chance
My eyes must have been big as saucers. The air somehow wasn’t reaching all the way down to my lungs. Sweat was coming in such waves the wooden stick was sliding to and fro in my hands. And my … more
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