The Wit and Wisdom of David Johnson: Over The River and Through the Woods
August 4, 2026
“Over the river and through the woods” — it’s a phrase that makes me sing the song, a song that reminds me of the coming holidays.
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Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports
August 4, 2026
Evading Arrest, Resisting Arrest, Driving Without a License — On July 26, Deputy Dustin McClure responded to a report of a possible intoxicated driver traveling on Highway 70 toward Huntingdon. Deputy McClure observed a black 2016 Chevrolet Malibu traveling approximately 25 mph…
Recipes 8-4-26
August 4, 2026
Enchilada Surprise 1 lb ground beef, browned 1 package taco seasoning 1 small onion, chopped
McKenzie Police Reports
August 4, 2026
Joyriding — Lindsey Damesworth, Reynolds Street, McKenzie, was charged with Joyriding on August 1.
Hunker Down With Kes: Raised On Milk Duds and Goo Goo’s
August 4, 2026
People ask me how did we have the energy to do all the things I write about in those black and white bygone years of the 1950’s. The answer here is simple.
Single Vehicle Accident Barely Misses Commercial Buildings
August 4, 2026
HUNTINGDON (August 2) — A single-vehicle accident involving a pickup truck exited Main Street in Huntingdon, destroyed part of the decorative fencing at Thomas Park and proceeded past Joe’s Barbecue sign, scattering rocks along the business’ parking lot and neighboring parking lots before going down a ravine, stopping short of a stream.
Open House Set for Solar Farm in Trezevant
August 4, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 30) — After one year of operation, the public will get an in-person look at Silicon Ranch’s large solar farm in Trezevant.
Election Day is Thursday
August 4, 2026
CARROLL COUNTY (August 3) — Thursday, August 6 is the local general elections and the political party primaries in the state and federal elections. Thursday, the local precincts open at 8 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.
Lynn Watkins Named Head Men's Golf Coach at Bethel University
August 4, 2026
McKENZIE (August 4) — Bethel University Vice President of Athletics Derek Horne announced Thursday the hiring of Lynn Watkins as the new head coach of the Wildcats' men's golf program.
Jackson State Community College Announces Spring Semester Honor Roll, Dean’s List
August 4, 2026
JACKSON (July 30) — The Office of Admissions and Records at Jackson State Community College released the Honor Roll and Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester.
Calendar 8-3-26
August 4, 2026
McKenzie Rebels Meet and Greet August 8, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. is the Meet and Greet for the McKenzie Rebels including the MHS and MMS Football teams, MHS and MMS Bands, MHS and MMS Cheerleaders, and the youth football league.
Carroll Commission to Honor Retirees
August 4, 2026
The Carroll County Commission meets on Monday, August 10, at 7 p.m. at the Carroll County Civic Center. Items on the agenda include recognizing retiring county officials Rita Jones, Ricky Scott, Andy Dickson, along with multiple county commissioners.
Vintage Baseball Teams to Play at Parkers Crossroads
August 4, 2026
PARKERS CROSSROADS — The Parkers Crossroads Battlefield Park hosts the second home game of the Resolute of Jackson Vintage Base Ball Club at noon on Saturday, August 8.
Local Students Offered Austin Peay State University Scholarships
August 4, 2026
CLARKSVILLE (August 3) — Multiple local students were offered scholarships from Austin Peay State University for the fall semester of the 2026-27 academic year.
Mayor Edwards Swears in Huntingdon Firefighters
August 4, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 28) — The Huntingdon Fire Department reached a historic milestone Tuesday night as five of the town’s six full-time firefighters were sworn into service during the Town of Huntingdon's July meeting.
Carroll County General Sessions
August 4, 2026
HUNTINGDON (July 29) — The following cases were heard in Carroll County General Sessions Court on July 29.
Keelan Sneed Receives Tennessee Grocers Scholarship
August 4, 2026
McKENZIE — The Tennessee Grocers Education Foundation recently awarded Keelan Sneed of McKenzie with a Smith & Woods Management Scholarship in the amount of $1,300.
Editor's View: Scrap
August 4, 2026
Editor’s Note: The following is a detailed account of a traffic accident that occurred on Monday, July 27, 2026. If you think reading specific details about the accident will trigger you, please use caution before reading.
Longtime CEO Retires from Baptist Memorial Hospital–Carroll County
August 3, 2026
HUNTINGDON — After a fulfilling 34 years, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Susan Breeden is saying goodbye to Baptist Memorial Hospital–Carroll County and hello to retirement. The Huntingdon hospital held a retirement reception for Breeden on Friday, July 31, honoring her decades of…
McKenzie Dominates Obion County in Scrimmage
August 3, 2026
McKENZIE (July 31) — McKenzie High School hosted Obion County Central Friday evening for an all-Rebel scrimmage at the MHS practice field. The host Rebels looked strong on both sides of the ball, especially during the varsity portion of the contest.
