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Deadline for Pandemic Food Assistance is 4:30 p.m. Friday, August 14

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) is reminding parents that there’s time to apply for a program to help provide food for their children during the COVID-19 … more

8/13/20

McKenzie Schools Going Virtual Until August 31

McKENZIE (August 13) - The McKenzie Special School District will transition to distance learning Friday, August 14, according to a Thursday announcement by Director of Schools Lynn Watkins. In-person … more

8/13/20

Reported data from the Tennessee Department of Health.

COVID-19 Affects Schools, Nursing Facilities

NASHVILLE (August 10) — A lot can happen in a week. Today, Weakley County Mayor Jake Bynum joined Henry County in mandating face mask use in public spaces, after Weakley County reported its … more

By Brittany Martin brittany@mckenziebanner.com | 8/11/20

Classes Start at Bethel University

McKENZIE (August 10) — Campus life for Bethel University will undoubtedly look a little different this year. Preventative measures such as mandatory masks, increased cleaning protocols, … more

8/11/20

Chancellor-Elect for District 24, Vicki Hodge Hoover

Bellwether County Calls Primary Election for Hagerty, Stevens, Hoover

HUNTINGDON (August 6) — Carroll Countians cast 4,758 votes for state, federal and local candidates in Thursday’s state primary and county general election. The bellwether county called … more

By Brittany Martin brittany@mckenziebanner.com | 8/11/20

Face Masks Required in Weakley County

DRESDEN (August 10) — Effective 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, all Weakley County citizens, residents, and visitors are required to wear a mask or face covering in public places. The … more

By Erica Moore Communications Director, Weakley County Government | 8/11/20

Huntingdon’s Heritage Day Festival Is Canceled

The Huntingdon Heritage Day Festival is canceled for the year 2020.A news release stated, “Due to the current circumstances and in following the guidelines set forth, the Town of Huntingdon is … more

8/11/20

Carroll County Fair is September 22-26, Indoor Events Canceled

HUNTINGDON (August 10) — The Carroll County Fair Association announced Monday the annual fair is September 22-26, but with “substantial modifications” due to the COVID-19 … more

8/11/20

Ryan Davis gives McKenzie Elementary Assistant-Principal Josh Kee an elbow bump to start the school year.

Open Carroll County Schools Report Enrollment

CARROLL COUNTY (August 10) — Three of the county’s five special school districts opened for in-person learning last week, while the other two delayed opening day until August 17. … more

8/11/20

Departing board member Lance Rider (left) was recognized for his service at Tuesday’s board meeting. Director of Schools Lynn Watkins (right) presented Rider with a gift from the district.

McKenzie School District Board Approves Budget Amendments, Food Service Bids

McKENZIE (August 4) — The McKenzie Special School District Board of Education held its regular board meeting at McKenzie Middle School Tuesday following students’ return to school for … more

West Carroll School Board Meets Thursday

The West Carroll Special School District Board of Education meets Thursday, August 13 at 6 p.m. at the junior-senior high school in Atwood. School reopening plans will be discussed.Other items on the … more

8/11/20

McKenzie Council to Decide on Kencindot Repairs

The City of McKenzie Board of Mayor and Council will meet August 13 at 6 p.m. via the Internet application ZOOM Meeting. On the agenda is the discussion and possible approval of the following … more

8/11/20

McKenzie Alcohol Board to Meet

The McKenzie Alcohol Board will meet Thursday, August 13 at 5:30 p.m. via the Internet application ZOOM Meeting. The purpose of the meeting is for the approval of a new certificate for a Type B … more

8/11/20

Bob McDonald has played a key role in McKenzie for many years, including vice-mayor, insurance agent and real estate broker.

Weekly 150: J.R. ‘Bob’ McDonald

Some of my fondest memories growing up come from my recollections of me as a little boy spending time with my granddad, Verdell Story. He was born and raised here, and when he returned home in the … more

8/11/20

If We All Had The Constitution Of Mr. Newbill...

This Covid-19 thing has spawned more ideas than you can shake a stick at. Some of them can leave you shaking your head…Take the new “contactless” food service being offered by … more

8/11/20

Weakley County Early Vote Totals 8-6-20

Weakley County Early Voting Results: Senate and House races: State Senate District 24: John Stevens (incumbent) - 1,787; Casey Hood - 726 House of Representatives District 76: Tandy Darby - 1,146; … more

8/6/20

Carroll County Election August 6

EARLY VOTE TOTALS Carroll County General Election OFFICIAL BALLOT FOR CARROLL COUNTY STATE PRIMARY AND COUNTY GENERAL ELECTION HELD ON Thursday, August 06, 2020Unofficial ResultsState … more

8/6/20

Henry County Mayoral candidate John Penn Ridgeway and wife Melissa.

Ridgeway Announces Candidacy for Henry County Mayor

PARIS (August 5) — John Penn Ridgeway announced Wednesday his candidacy for Henry County Mayor. He joins Tim Wirgau and Carlton Gerrell as announced candidates to fill the unexpired term of … more

8/6/20

Poll workers at McKenzie Church of Christ assist voters while ensuring social distancing and other safety precautions.

Today is Election Day; Polls Open until 7 p.m.

NASHVILLE – As Tennesseans cast their ballots today, Secretary Hargett encourages voters to call the Division of Elections toll-free Election Day hotline at 1-877-850-4959 to report possible … more

8/6/20

State: COVID-19 Cases Spike Over 50 Percent in One Week

NASHVILLE (August 3) — The number of COVID-19 active cases continue to climb in Carroll, Henry and Weakley counties and across the state. In the last week, Carroll and Weakley counties have … more

By Brittany Washburn Martin
brittany@mckenziebanner.com | 8/5/20